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LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- As you might have seen in today's SOKY Sunrise, our own Tej Joshi and Lexi Schweinert headed north to capture the fun of the Kentucky State Fair. There was…
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WNKY SPECIAL REPORT: Kamala Harris inspires
In January, Kamala Harris become the nation's first female vice president, South-Asian vice president, and Black vice president. The effects of that have been felt by women and racial minorities in this…
Frankfort is seeing push for more animal welfare laws in Kentucky
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Multiple bills concerning animal welfare have been introduced in the Kentucky general assembly during the 2020 session in Frankfort. Senate Bill…
Special Report: Affordable housing crisis
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Affordable housing has become an issue plaguing America. Harvard University's 2019 State of the Nation's Housing Report shows that housing production continues to fall short of what's…
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Four Things You Need to Know: Tuesday, June 25th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says it's going to be a hot one today as the heat and humidity increase today as highs…
Four Things you Need to Know: Wednesday, June 12th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says it's another beautiful day outside with temperatures in the eighties. Today, from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.…
Four Things You Need to Know: Friday, June 21st
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Today's heat index is expected to reach the 100's so if you have to be outside for more than 15 minutes,…
Monday Motivator - Free photography sessions for tornado victims
Local photographer, Cindy Watson, thought of all the memories victims lost in the tornado. So she decided to do something to change it by offering free photography sessions to those affected. Hear more…
Let's Make A Meal - Calvert Spring Water Company
This week's Let's Make A Meal is a tad different from our usual food feature. Calvert Spring Water Co. is a bottler and distributor of five gallon natural spring water…
Buc-ee's opening day is here!
SMITHS GROVE, Ky.- Buc-ee's opening day is finally here after months of waiting! Construction for the building began in June of 2023 and is now open to the public. News 40's own Michael Ridgeway…
Let's Make A Meal - Simply Ramen
Simply Ramen has a new location just off Campbell Lane. The Simply Ramen team continues to serve fresh, delicious ramen dishes inside their modernly decorated restaurant. SoKY Sunrise's Tej…
Crunchtime's Children Development Center to host Monster Mash: Candy House
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- As you're gearing up to get some tricks or treats this evening, you may want to add a stop to the Crunchtime Children's Development Center indoor Candy House!…
SoKY's Choice - Snow Flurry Scurry
On today's edition of SoKY's Choice, David Haynes joins us in-studio to talk about the upcoming Snow Flurry Scurry. For more info, click here.
SoKY Speaks - Finals Week
In this week's SoKY Speaks, we head to the campus of WKU to see how the Hilltoppers are prepping for finals.
Four Things You Need To Know: Friday, April 19th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Today, kicking off at 6:00 P.M. is the 3rd annual Bourbon and Bowties derby party! You can still purchase your tickets…
Voices of Honor - Fred Alcott
After graduating from WKU in 1963 with a degree in agriculture, Fred Alcott was drafted into the army. He went to the navy instead, learned to fly helicopters, and searched…
Four Things You Need to Know: Wednesday, May 29th, 2024
Before you go, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says it's another calm and dry weather day out there so get out and enjoy the weather if you can. Right…
Sunrise Spotlight - International Center of Kentucky
On Today's Sunrise Spotlight, Albert Mbanfu from the International Center of Kentucky joins us live in-studio as he prepares for incoming Afghan refugees. For more info, click here.…
Walk to End Alzheimer's at the Bowling Green Ballpark
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Bowling Green Ballpark was the site of the 2021 Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday morning. The event brought together survivors, families, and…
Check out this year's closest Supermoon!
Keep your eyes to the sky, this full moon is a supermoon you won't want to miss! "Supermoon" is the term that describes a full moon closer to Earth than normal. During…
Sunrise Spotlight - Go for Greatness
On Today's Sunrise Spotlight, Jeff Jordan from owling Green Parks & Recreation joins us live in-studio to talk about their new Go for Greatness program. For more info, click here. Sunrise…
Mayoral and City Commission Candidate Forum to be held tonight
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Tonight, the NAACP is holding a Mayoral and City Commission Candidate Forum, and they're inviting you to attend. During the meeting, you will hear from both…
Feel Good Friday - WKU disc golf team prepares for nationals
In just two weeks, one group of WKU students will travel to North Carolina to compete in a national championship. The College Disc Golf National Championship, that is. In this week's Feel…
SKyPAC announces $8.5M expansion project
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A huge expansion is coming to the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center, better known as SKyPAC. On Thursday, April 18, at 10 a.m., Arts of Southern Kentucky announced…
Health News - Football in the COVID Era
The NFL just kicked a COVID-era football season, and Mandy Gaither has tip for how to keep you safe while watching football.
SoKY's Choice - Vertical eXcape
Vertical eXcape is a climbing gym in Bowling Green that offers all different kinds of climbing experiences. From bouldering to auto-belay climbing, there is fun for the whole family. SoKY…
Four Things You Need to Know: Thursday, June 20th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! The heat cranks back up today and this afternoon, so make sure you stay weather-aware throughout the day. Today is the…
Hope Center for Pregnancy to host community yard sale
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The Center for Pregnancy in Bowling Green is hosting a community yard sale, raising money to provide free services to pregnant people in need. The Center for…
What's Happening Soky - Horse Cave Heritage Festival
On Today's edition of What's Happening SoKY, Brent Bjorkman joins us live in-studio to give us the details on the upcoming Horse Cave Heritage Festival. For more info,…
Four Things You Need to Know: Thursday, April 18th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says rounds of showers and storms are headed our way this evening, so you'll want to make…
Intersection of College St. & 10th Ave in Bowling Green construction
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Bowling green motorists, there's a traffic alert that you'll want to know about. Beginning at 8:00 this morning, the traffic signal at the intersection of College Street and 10th Avenue…
Flora's Hidden Heroes - Thomas Weakley
Thomas Weakley has been a Western Kentucky University professor and campus pastor for decades, working to change the University for the better. He's this week's Flora's Hidden Hero.
What's Happening SoKY - PTK presents 'A Song for Coretta'
On Today's What's Happening SoKY, Amber Turner and JuaWanda Coleman join us in-studio to talk about their upcoming production of A Song for Coretta opening later this week. For more info, click here.
Four Things You Need to Know: Tuesday, June 18th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know. Meteorologist Darius Mack says it's another hot day out there with temperatures threatening to hit the nineties yet again so make…
New evidence shows a shift in Tornado Alley
SUNBRIGHT, Tn.- More than 500 tornadoes have been spotted in the U.S. since April and there's new evidence that 'Tornado Alley' may be expanding beyond the midwest. Now, long-time Sunbright, Tennessee residents say…
FDA Announces More Drug Shortages After Helene
MARION, NC.- The Food and Drug Administration is working to address the shortage of three drugs after a major manufacturer was significantly affected by Hurricane Helene. The impacted facility…
Bowling Green, Warren County Humane Society is under a Code Red
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The Bowling Green, Warren County Humane Society is under a code red, and they're asking for help anyway you can give it. Emergency adoptions for all animals are 25 dollars…
Monday Motivator - Thornton Furniture
Multiple tornados ripped through our community in just a matter of weeks. SoKY Sunrise's Lexi Schweinert caught up with one local business that is cleaning up after damage from the new…
IV Shortages across the nation after Hurricane Helene
BOSTON, Ma.- The impact of Hurricane Helene is felt in many ways. Now, the reach is as far as a hospital in Boston. Hundreds of thousands of liters of IV fluid are…
SNAP replacement benefits after power outages
BOWLING GREEN, Ky - The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is offering replacement benefits to participating households that lost food during the recent outage. From May 26, families have up to 10 days…
Three American Scientists Honored With Nobel Peace Prize
The Nobel Committee honors several Americans for their contribution to medicine Monday for their research aimed at bettering our world. Three American scientists have been awarded Nobel prizes…
Four Things You Need To Know: Thursday, May 16th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says we're finally seeing a break from the rain today, but it's a foggy start to your Thursday…
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Community Education Summer Activities Fair
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - The 19th Annual Summer Activities Fair hosted by Community Education is one week away. This is a free event, allowing you and your family to learn about…
Traffic lights aren't working? Here's what you do!
Thousands of Kentuckians are without power right now and that might mean your city's traffic light has gone out too. When traffic lights are malfunctioning or out of service, it can create…
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Juneteenth Celebrations kick off this weekend!
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Wednesday, June 19th is Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S. And one non-profit is going above and beyond to make sure that you can join…
A diamond in the 'ruff': Cross-country journey reunites dog to her family
When a dog from Florida was taken back to Kentucky unexpectedly, her family submitted a longshot search to the Warren County Kentucky Lost and Found Pets page on Facebook. And…
Garth Brooks adds new concert date to Nashville visit
Country music lovers, get your cowboy boots and yee-haws ready! In addition to his already-scheduled Saturday, April 16th concert, Garth Brooks has added a new concert date to the Nashville visit: Friday,…
Kentucky Down Under
We had some very special guests on News 40 at Noon this week from Kentucky Down Under! Joshua Warf is a zookeeper over at Kentucky Down Under and he…
Emerging Leader - Zachary S. Lathram
Zachary S. Latham created his own clothing company to create high-end fashion for men. He's this week's Emerging Leader.
BEXAR talks tornado relief benefit concert
The BGSTRONG.US Benefit Concert is Friday, Jan. 7 to raise funds for tornado relief in Warren County. Logan Turner and Chris Ryan from the band BEXAR join us to discuss what to expect from…
Hosparus Health is looking for volunteers
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- If you or someone you know is looking to get into the medical field but they aren't quite sure where to start, Hosparus Health has the perfect opportunity for you!…
Here's what to wear as you clean up storm debris
If you're out and about this week cleaning up after Sunday's storms, there are a few tips from the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control that you should know. They recommend that you…
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Community Driven - The Kidz Club
On Today's Community Driven, Savannah Mills joins us live in-studio to talk all about The Kidz Club and how you can get involved. For more info, click here.
KY Man Killed in Road Rage Shooting Allegedly Pulled Gun First
CARROLL COUNTY, Ky.- Road rage turned deadly over the weekend when a Carrolton man was shot and killed off Interstate 71 in Carroll County. Now, police are working to piece together what…
Emerging Leader - Brooke Mattingly
Brooke Mattingly is the co-founder of Decesare Group, offering business strategies and solutions to businesses and entrepreneurs. She's only 24 years old. She is this week's Emerging Leader.
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Feed Our First Responders taking place on April 20
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- If you want to show your support to our first responders, Foundations Solutions Group has the perfect event for you. On Saturday, April 20 from 4-6 p.m., Mary Vitale, Shaun Miller, Foundation Solutions Group and W. Gordon…
