Kentucky Pushes Sober Driving This July 4 | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 3, 2026 · 1m

Kentucky’s gearing up for a sober Fourth of July, with officials warning that even one drink can impair your driving—and they’re deploying extra cops and sobriety checkpoints to stop impaired driving before it causes tragedy. Last year’s holiday saw 55 crashes, 30 injuries, and 3 deaths—all linked to drunk drivers. This year, the state is stepping up with advanced tools for law enforcement and a clear message: plan your ride home before you drink. If you see someone driving dangerously, pull over and call 911. Buzzed driving is drunk driving—and smart choices can save lives. Listen in…