SUMMARY: Heavy rain and storms are expected through the weekend, with flooding risks and severe weather in parts of Kentucky. This morning, heavy rainfall continues near the metro area, with thunderstorms affecting the southern regions. While temperatures are warm in the 60s and 70s, the rain and storms will persist, possibly becoming stronger in southern communities later today. Flooding is a major concern, with predictions of 6-10 inches of rain through Sunday morning. A break in the storms is expected Friday afternoon, but more severe storms will develop by Friday night into Saturday. Temperatures will drop significantly by Sunday.

WLKY Meteorologist Matt Milosevich has the latest on several rounds of heavy rain and storms in the forecast through the weekend.

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SUMMARY: A fiery crash on New Circle Road in Lexington killed three people on Monday afternoon, involving a U-Haul truck and a construction van. The crash, near Liberty Road and Trade Center Drive, caused the van to catch fire, and witnesses described the sound as an explosion. Investigators are reviewing video footage to determine the cause, considering factors like speed and distractions. The victims were identified as William Kelly, Emma Hayden, and Oex Andar Tishko. Lexington sees over 15,000 crashes annually, and officials stress the importance of avoiding distractions and driving safely, especially with weather conditions affecting road safety.

A portion of New Circle Road in Lexington was temporarily shut down in both directions Monday afternoon due to a deadly crash.

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SUMMARY: President Trump has announced a significant tariff plan aimed at boosting U.S. manufacturing and addressing the trade deficit, labeling the day “Liberation Day.” Starting Saturday, a baseline tariff of 10% will be implemented, followed by a 25% tariff on foreign-made automobiles. While Trump argues this will bring manufacturing back to the U.S., many economists warn it will raise costs for American companies and consumers. Notably, Kentucky Senators Mitch McConnell and Rand Paul oppose the tariffs, aligning with Democrats. Trump criticized them on social media, asserting the bill will fail in the House and he will veto it.

Senate Republicans are facing pressure Wednesday from President Donald Trump to oppose a Democratic resolution that would nullify the presidential emergency on fentanyl he is using to implement tariffs on Canada.

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