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It will be another scorcher with temperatures topping out into the middle to upper 90s. Southwest Kentucky will make a run for 100.
Excessive Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories are in effect. With the humidity, it will feel like the triple digits so make sure you take frequent breaks if you work outside and stay hydrated. Also, don't forget about your pets.
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Around Kentucky
1. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners added to four Central Kentucky hospitals
These nurses are specifically trained to complete forensic sexual assault exams. Having SANE nurses at these smaller hospitals allows exams to be performed faster.
2. H-L: ‘Money talks.’ Why Lexington investigators are offering more cash for tips on homicide cases
Bluegrass Crime Stoppers and the Lexington Police Department released details about an initiative which they hope will help solve open homicide cases
3. Waterfront Park visitors saddened and surprised by Big Four Bridge shooting
Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) says three teenagers were shot near the Big Four Bridge in the park. Visitors say they feel safe but believe more community involvement is needed.
Around the Nation
1. Schumer pledges to put bipartisan gun safety bill on the Senate floor ‘quickly’
2. Markets tumble worldwide, bear market growls on Wall Street
3. Biden signs bill to create commission studying AAPI museum
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A local bridal store is taking part in a nationwide effort to say thank you to those in the military, frontline health care professionals and first responders who are also brides-to-be.