Historic Marylou Whitney estate in Lexington listed for $6.1 million

The 72-acre estate, which dates back to 1782, is listed at $6.1 million and is being described by the listing agency as a "once in a generation opportunity."

Kentucky secretary of state highlights anti-trafficking program at national panel

Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams spoke at a U.S. Chamber of Commerce national panel on Monday, highlighting the state's efforts to combat human trafficking through business partnerships.

Giardia outbreak spreads in Kentucky

Officials sounded the alarm Monday as a Giardia outbreak had begun to migrate in Kentucky.

'It's going to be tough': Community reacts after teen was killed while protecting mom from sexual assault

"Morehead is really a tight community and it's a tragedy for them you know? The kids are in the school system. They have friends here. It's going to be tough," said Chief Blevins.

'It's going to be tough:' Community reacts after teen was killed while protecting mom from sexual assault

"Morehead is really a tight community and it's a tragedy for them you know? The kids are in the school system. They have friends here. It's going to be tough," said Chief Blevins.

'It's going to be tough:' Police say 15-year-old was shot and killed while protecting mom from sexual assault

"Morehead is really a tight community and it's a tragedy for them you know? The kids are in the school system. They have friends here. It's going to be tough," said Chief Blevins.

'Little Red Blessing Food Box' aims to fight food insecurity in area communities

Groups across the state continue working to end food insecurity, and that includes one Lexington woman who is bringing her front yard idea to neighborhoods around the city.

'Little Red Blessing Food Box' expanding to neighborhoods around Lexington

Groups across the state continue working to end food insecurity, and that includes one Lexington woman who is bringing her front yard idea to neighborhoods around the city.

Georgetown to get a new innovative type of health care facility

Coming fall 2026, residents of Scott County will see a new innovative type of resource for health care.

Plane makes emergency landing in Jessamine County

A plane made an emergency landing in Jessamine County on Monday.

Stolen weed eater case tied to fatal London police shooting ends in plea deal

Hobert Buttery accepted a plea deal for his role in the theft of a weed eater that led to the fatal shooting of Doug Harless.

Bryan Station Road at Johnston Road shut down due to injury collision

Lexwrecks reported that that Bryan Station Road at Johnston Road is shut down in both directions due to an injury collision on Monday afternoon.

Small plane makes emergency landing in Jessamine County field, no injuries reported

NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A small plane made an emergency landing in a field in Jessamine County Monday, according to Nicholasville police. Officers say no one was injured when the aircraft came down. ABC36 News Now was not abl…

Governor Andy Beshear highlights his Gap jeans in Vogue magazine spread

Governor Andy Beshear is gracing the pages of Vogue. On Monday, Beshear reacted to his Vogue profile piece, stating on social media "I might be the first person in Vogue to wear Gap jeans."

Governor Andy Beshear highlights his Gap jeans after Vogue magazine spread

Governor Andy Beshear is gracing the pages of Vogue. On Monday, Beshear reacted to his Vogue profile piece, stating on social media "I might be the first person in Vogue to wear Gap jeans."

Somerset man dies in custody after ingesting 'substantial' amount of meth

Before being arrested, authorities told KSP that he ingested a "substantial amount" of possible methamphetamine.

Kentucky State Police investigating in-custody death in Pulaski County

SOMERSET, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police have launched an investigation into the in-custody death of a Pulaski County man. According to KSP Post 11 in London, deputies with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office and U.S. Marshal…

FOX 56 celebrates Emmy triumph for Marvin Bartlett

Join us in congratulating Marvin Barlett on his Ohio Valley Regional Emmy award win!

KSP investigating death of Somerset man as arrest warrant was served

Kentucky State Police reported that a death investigation is underway after a man in Pulaski County was found dead as authorities were attempting to serve an arrest warrant.

Somerset man dead after being arrested by authorities, KSP investigating

Kentucky State Police reported that a death investigation is underway after a man in Pulaski County was found dead as authorities were attempting to serve an arrest warrant.

Somerset man found dead as authorities attempted to serve arrest warrant, KSP investigating

Kentucky State Police reported that a death investigation is underway after a man in Pulaski County was found dead as authorities were attempting to serve an arrest warrant.

London Police Department offering free church security training event in Sept.

The London Police Department says it is offering a free church security training event on Sept. 2 at the London Community Center.

Pilot safely lands plane in Jessamine County field after engine idles

LEX 18 on the scene reported that an aircraft had to make an emergency landing following engine trouble near Kidds Mill Road off Keene Versailles Road in Jessamine County on Monday morning.

Aircraft reportedly makes emergency landing in Jessamine County

LEX 18 on the scene reported that an aircraft had to make an emergency landing following engine trouble near Kidds Mill Road off Keene Versailles Road in Jessamine County on Monday morning.

Plane reportedly makes emergency landing in Jessamine County

LEX 18 on the scene reported that an aircraft had to make an emergency landing following engine trouble near Kidds Mill Road off Keene Versailles Road in Jessamine County on Monday morning.

Citation alleges Morehead 15-year-old died defending mother

An arrest citation detailed the chilling moments before a 15-year-old was fatally shot early Sunday in Morehead.

Kentucky’s statewide permit testing event is back

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky’s statewide permit testing event is back on track, with online registration now open for the Aug. 2 testing day. After a brief delay, the Kentucky State Police says the registration portal reopene…

KSP, Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky launch online safety training series

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police and Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky are partnering on a new effort to keep kids safe online. The organizations have released a series of 10 short training videos covering topics such as…

Keeping kids safe online with training videos

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Man rescued after falling nearly 50 feet off a cliff

ROGERS, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man is recovering after a dramatic rescue in Wolfe County Friday afternoon when he fell nearly 50 feet off a cliff in the Tarr Ridge area of Rogers. Rescuers say the man left home Thursday night and never r…

Baptist Health breaks ground on ER facility in Georgetown

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Baptist Health breaks ground today

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KSP continuing to investigate a deadly string of shootings

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FEMA urges Kentuckians to apply for disaster aid before deadlines approach

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky storm recovery is still underway, and FEMA is reminding survivors of this spring’s severe weather that deadlines to apply for assistance are fast approaching. According to FEMA, more than $2.6 mil…

Deadlines for FEMA assistance are this week

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Lexington Main Street resurfacing to cause lane closures, delays

Road crews will resurface Main Street between Midland Avenue and Newtown Pike this week and next, with lane closures and delays expected, and the project is expected to be completed on July 31.

Winchester bank ATM tampering suspects

WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Winchester police are asking for help finding a second suspect wanted in connection with an ATM tampering investigation and police chase over the weekend. According to police, the man was caught on camera…

Lexington Fire Captain due in court for misdemeanor assault

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington fire captain arrested last week in Clark County is scheduled to appear in court Monday afternoon. According to court records, Captain Brandon Voet is set for arraignment at 1 p.m. on a misdemea…

Decline in Jessamine County homelessness

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Pineville man accused of cutting, stealing AT&T lines

Authorities said these appeared to be the same AT&T lines that had been reported stolen to Kentucky State Police that morning.

Daviess County chase ends in 2 arrests

Officials say a search revealed several baggies of meth, scales, a half full bottle of liquor and marijuana.

Strong Storms and Areas of Flash Flooding Start the Week

Good Monday, everyone. No, this is not a recording… Rounds of showers and storms are rumbling through Kentucky again today, bringing more flash flooding. Some of these storms may also be strong to severe. A boundary is still oriented from…

Neighbor, Rowan County school speaks out on 15-year-old victim's death in Morehead shooting

A juvenile who was shot and killed in Rowan County has been identified, and a man has been arrested and charged with his death.

Man arrested in Laurel County after police chase, crash, and search through woods

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Laurel County man is in jail after deputies say he led them on a chase, caused a crash, and fled into the woods before being captured. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were c…

Pineville man arrested after stolen AT&T lines found in his truck

PINEVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Pineville man is facing charges after police say he was caught with severed AT&T lines in the back of his pickup truck. According to the Pineville Police Department, Officer Patrick Brooks stopped to che…

Laurel County deputies searching for missing woman last seen Friday

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to find a woman who has been reported missing since Friday afternoon. According to the sheriff’s office, 24-year-old Hannah N. Smith was last…

Georgetown police working 'active scene' with Scott County deputies: What we know

An active scene is currently being investigated in Georgetown, according to authorities.

Thousands without power in northern, eastern Kentucky as storms roll in

More than 3,400 customers are without power in northern and eastern parts of Kentucky amid a strong storm system making its way into the Bluegrass