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Safety, parking and road closures: What you need to know for Kentucky Derby 150

After a year's worth of planning, Mayor Craig Greenberg said Louisville is ready to welcome the world to Churchill Downs for Kentucky Derby 150.

Joseph Garcia

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Published: 1:12 PM EDT April 30, 2024
Updated: 6:09 PM EDT April 30, 2024

Louisville’s law enforcement and emergency management agencies are preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of people from across the globe to Churchill Downs for the historic 150th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.

Officials said it comes after a year’s worth of planning to ensure safety at the renowned racetrack.

“We are ready to welcome the world,” Mayor Craig Greenberg said Tuesday.

Be sure to sign up for the city’s LENSAlert by texting “DERBY” to 67283 or download the free WHAS11 app (For Apple or Android) for any traffic or security alerts this Derby season.

Credit: Ian Hardwitt, WHAS11

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