Your weekend is here, Kentucky, and it's time to take a look back at some of the stories that were in our headlines this week.

Your Weekend Weather

A Flood Watch continues for a good portion of the weekend, with more heavy rain and storms on the way. 

A stationary boundary will remain in place over the upcoming weekend, bringing more rain and thunderstorms. It won't be raining the entire weekend, but we will have periods of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms at times.

With the heavy rainfall sticking around, we will be monitoring the potential for major flash flooding and river flooding.

Temperatures all weekend will be in the 60s and 70s.

Sunshine and cooler temperatures are expected to return next week. 

Take a look at your local weekend forecast: Louisville | Lexington | Bowling Green | Northern Kentucky

Introducing Spectrum News+
Watch the latest news and more local stories from across the country.

The Week in Review

1. Strong winds, possible tornado destroy east Louisville buildings

Powerful storms caused significant structural damage near Blankenbaker Parkway in Jeffersontown. No injuries or deaths were reported. 

An aerial view of property damage in Jeffersontown, Kentucky, after overnight severe storms April 2-3, 2025. (Spectrum News 1/Drew Bennett)

2. Church destroyed because of severe storms

Christ Community Church’s worship center was destroyed during severe weather. The damage could cost thousands. 

The Christ Community Church's worship center after it got destroyed by severe storms in Paducah, Kentucky. (Tim Turner)

3. Lexington mother seeks justice 5 years after son’s unsolved case

Five years after Zion Clark was killed in a shooting on Second Street, his case remains unsolved while his mother and sister continue to search for answers.

March 29, 2025, marked the five-year anniversary of the death of Zion Clark, who was shot and killed on Second Street in Lexington. The case remains unsolved, and his mother, Tiffany Clark, said she's still searching for answers. (Spectrum News 1/Ryan Hayes-Owens)

4. KYL: First Black member of KY Fish and Wildlife Commission to be removed with passage of new law

Our partner, the Kentucky Lantern, reports Senate President Robert Stivers said Senate Bill 245 was spurred in reaction to political Facebook posts from Jerry Ferrell. 

5.  Louisville Slugger-designed 'torpedo' bat is a hit

The New York Yankees are making headlines after a season opening series blowout against the Milwaukee Brewers. The team found success with a new “torpedo” bat design, created by the team and Louisville Slugger.

The torpedo bat was designed by Louisville Slugger. The New York Yankees used the bats on March 29, 2025 when the team hit a team-record nine homers. (Spectrum News 1/Mason Brighton)

Around the Nation

1. Trump unveils broad new tariffs, setting 10% baseline and higher rates on dozen of countries

Weekend Pass

Whether it's "Disney On Ice," FC Cincinnati soccer or a Shrek rave, there's something for everyone in Kentucky this weekend. Check out our Weekend Pass.

(Spectrum News 1)