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An investigation revealed that a female fled the home and was struck by fatal gunfire, and soon after, the male died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, KSP reports.
Lexington officials, police and religious leaders held a vigil Tuesday evening to speak against recent acts of gun violence, like this month’s shooting at Richmond Road Baptist Church. Some residents attending questioned why the city hasn’…
The funding is intended for public assistance to restore damaged buildings and clean up debris, which comes as welcome news for London.
A vigilante group has led police to make another arrest in Kentucky.
The Pawpaw tree is a plant that grows here in the Bluegrass, producing the largest edible fruit that is native to the United States. It’s the basis for a new flavor of a popular Kentucky drink.
Earlier this month, U.S. Senator Rand Paul expressed strong concerns about the impact of US tariffs on Kentucky's bourbon industry.
In a citation, a trooper with Kentucky State Police wrote that Jerry Gumm II was 'billigerent' and 'grabbed the handle of his gun.'
City and county leaders in Frankfort are expressing gratitude as FEMA public assistance has been approved to help them continue rebuilding efforts after devastating flooding in April.
One man is dead following an afternoon multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of US-127 and Knob Lick Road in Boyle County, Kentucky State Police report.
The Richmond Police Department reported that several lanes are closed at the intersection of Lexington Road and Robert R. Martin Bypass due to a collision on Wednesday afternoon.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington police are asking for the public’s help as they investigate a deadly shooting on Darien Drive. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were called to a home in the 1800 block of Da…
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police say human remains discovered earlier this year in Jessamine County have been identified as a missing Lancaster man. According to a release, KSP’s Richmond Post says the remains, l…
On Wednesday, the city of Lexington activated Phase 1 of it's Extreme Heat Plan until the evening of Sunday, July 27.
On Wednesday, the city of Lexington activated Phase 1 of it's Extreme Heat Plan until the evening of Sunday, July 27.
On Wednesday, the city of Lexington activated Phase 1 of it's Extreme Heat Plan until the evening of Sunday, July 27.
Skeletal remains found in a wooded area along Sulphur Well Road in March have been identified as 27-year-old Timothy F. Sterner Jr. from Lancaster.
An Estill County man turned a Kentucky Lottery promotion into a $100,000 win after noticing numbers with personal significance on his free tickets, according to a release from the Kentucky Lottery.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Middle schoolers are getting a chance to learn about different medical professions through a new summer camp. Students from grades 6th through 8th are learning about different health care careers and medi…
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A tragic boating accident Monday night at Laurel River Lake has left one person dead and another facing serious charges, according to Kentucky Fish and Wildlife. Game wardens responded to a crash at th…
STEARNS, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Two people are dead following a single-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon in McCreary County, according to Kentucky State Police. Troopers say 68-year-old Pearl Goodin and 73-year-old James Goodin, both of Park…
Attorney General Russell Coleman urged the NCAA on Wednesday to restore the records and titles of women athletes that he said were erased by "biological males" who competed in women's sports.
On Wednesday, Councilwoman Denise Gray announced her resignation from her position as the Sixth District Representative on the Lexington-Fayette Urban Council, effective on July 31.
On Wednesday, Councilwoman Denise Gray announced her resignation from her position as the Sixth District Representative on the Lexington-Fayette Urban Council, effective on July 31.
On Wednesday, Councilwoman Denise Gray announced her resignation from her position as the Sixth District Representative on the Lexington-Fayette Urban Council, effective on July 31.
On Wednesday, Councilwoman Denise Gray announced her resignation from her position as the Sixth District Representative on the Lexington-Fayette Urban Council, effective on July 31.
The Mercer County Sheriff's Office reports that Lexington Road/US 68 east is back open after a collision that occurred on Wednesday morning.
The Mercer County Sheriff's Office reported that the road at US68E/Lexington Road is shut down due to an accident on Wednesday morning.
A Lexington man has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge in connection with a fatal 2024 shooting on Delaware Avenue.
One man has been arrested after a fatal boating accident on Laurel River Lake.
One man has been arrested after a fatal boating accident on Laurel River Lake.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — President Donald Trump has approved public assistance for Kentucky counties impacted by the April flooding and May tornadoes, according to Governor Andy Beshear. In a Facebook post Tuesday, Beshear said th…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Kentucky inmate who managed to escape custody twice in recent months is back behind bars. Kentucky State Police confirmed the U.S. Marshals Service arrested 43-year-old Jeffrey Harrison in Lexington on T…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — City leaders, faith organizers, and grieving families gathered outside the Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Tuesday to honor the victims of Lexington’s July 13 church shooting — and to call for more action ag…
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The U.S. is developing safeguards for the organ transplant system after a government investigation found a Kentucky group continued preparations for a donation by some patients who had signs of life.
It was a night of prayer and reflection. The community gathered to remember the victims of last week's shooting at Richmond Road Baptist Church—Beverly Gumm and Christina Combs.
A two-time escaped inmate who was on the run for two weeks was finally caught Tuesday afternoon in Lexington.
Good Wednesday to one and all. The summer steam is starting to flex a little bit and will do so through the upcoming weekend. As we steam it up, scattered showers and storms will also begin to show back up. I’ll get into all this and I’ll…
Community leaders and residents gathered Tuesday evening to remember victims of the church mass shooting in Lexington, with many calling for concrete action beyond prayers.
VERSAILLES, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Bluegrass Community and Technical College is expanding its reach to support adult learners with the launch of its new Adult Educational Services site in Woodford County. The college marked the occasion Tu…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Goodwill Kentucky is celebrating the grand opening of its newest store in Lexington’s Cardinal Valley neighborhood. Leaders cut the ribbon on the new location Monday, officially opening the doors to shoppe…
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