Hundreds of people gathered at Churchill Downs to kick off a week of events leading up to the 151st Kentucky Derby.

Red-hot Journalism is the 3-1 morning line favorite for the 151st Kentucky Derby with a favorable No. 8 post position that has tied for the second-most victories in the horse racing's marquee event.

As the Kentucky Derby draws near, attracting locals and visitors alike to a variety of festive events hosted by the Kentucky ...