SUMMARY: Thursday in Central and Eastern Kentucky was a pleasant summer day with sunshine, upper 80s temperatures, and low humidity. The 4th of July promises ideal weather with high pressure ensuring mostly sunny skies, highs in the low 90s, and dry conditions perfect for fireworks and outdoor celebrations. The holiday weekend will remain warm in the low 90s, though humidity will increase slightly, and isolated late weekend storms are possible. A cold front arrives Monday, bringing scattered showers and storms through midweek, along with cooler, more comfortable air. Thursday night will be clear and pleasant with lows in the mid to upper 60s.

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SUMMARY: Many Kentuckians are preparing to travel for the 4th of July weekend, with experts predicting heavy traffic on streets and interstates. Over 100,000 Kentuckians are expected to travel 50 miles or more, mostly by car (90.5%), with smaller percentages flying or using trains. Nationwide, AAA projects more than 72 million travelers, a 2.4% increase from last year. The busiest travel days are today and July 5th, with mornings recommended to avoid congestion. Travelers are advised to check vehicle maintenance like tires, tech, and batteries. Gas prices in Kentucky are about 25 cents cheaper than last year, potentially encouraging more travel.

This year, AAA said more than 800,000 Kentuckians are expected to travel 50 miles or more.

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SUMMARY: A Mexican immigrant, Moses May, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for human trafficking, kidnapping, and organized crime in Louisville. In 2023, he kidnapped a woman, held her captive in his Parkhill house, chained her to the floor, and forced her to have sex with multiple men for money under threat of death. The victim escaped by breaking a window and calling for help. The judge imposed consecutive sentences for human trafficking and kidnapping charges. This was Jefferson County’s first human trafficking case to go before a jury. The victim did not attend court due to fear but is reportedly doing okay. Prosecutors praised the sentence as justice served.

Man sentenced to 30 years in prison for human trafficking in Louisville

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