Good morning, Kentucky. Here's what you need to know today.

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Today will start out chilly, but with a blend of sun and clouds, highs will top out in the 60s. Temperatures will reach the lower 70s in southern Kentucky. It will still be below average for late April, but it will be milder than the last few days.

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Around Kentucky

1. Kentucky Department of Education releases guidance for districts on Senate Bill 150

On April 17, the Kentucky Department of Education released guidance for districts on how to deal with several new education laws. The largest section of the nine-page document centers on Senate Bill 150, a law focused on transgender youth in schools, among other things.

2. H-L: ‘Don’t silence my union.’ Teachers group says Fayette schools has stopped recognizing it

Fayette County members of employee union KY 120 United-AFT protested at school board meeting after district said it would no longer recognize the organization. Our partner, the Herald Leader, finds out why. 

3. Grieving mothers, Lexington leaders plead for end of gun violence

This week is National Youth Violence Prevention Week and Lexington city leaders are calling for safe graduation celebrations and a safe summer.

Around the Nation & the World

1. Report predicts McCarthy debt plan would slow growth as Biden threatens veto

2. 'Joint' venture: Ben from Ben & Jerry's starts pot nonprofit

3. Bernie Sanders endorses Biden, rules out 2024 bid of his own

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Bluegrass Buzz

Kentucky Derby season kicks into high gear and The Hat Girls would love to help you dress to impress for the festivities. The two Louisville-based milliners started their business 11 years ago after receiving lots of compliments on their own homemade headwear. Check out what kinds of hats they've got in stock this year.

Kate Smith and Rachel Bell, also known as the 'Hat Girls,' are prepping for Derby Day. (Spectrum News 1/Jordan Grantz)