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HARRISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police is asking for the public’s help in locating a wanted man out of Harrison County. According to KSP, 31-year-old Steven Thornberry is wanted on an active warrant for contempt of c…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington tradition is taking center stage this weekend as Ballet Under the Stars celebrates its 35th year at Woodland Park. The popular outdoor event kicks off Thursday night and runs through Sunday, of…
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While Price is seen in multiple videos promoting the word of God, the Franklin County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office in Frankfort has filed a motion to review Price's conditions for probation.
Healthcare in Kentucky is facing a tough future with billions in Medicaid cuts on the horizon, according to the Kentucky Hospital Association.
A Kentucky writer has been talking with several people in the Laurel County community ever since Doug Harless was killed by London police in Lily.
Federal emergency management leaders also denied requests for the Hazard Mitigation Assistance Grant Program for both the April flooding and the May tornadoes in the letter.
Prices for ground beef and steak have reached an all time high, and experts indicate that consumers should not expect relief anytime soon.
A community work group has recommended using the FCPS contingency fund to address the district's $16 million budget deficit rather than implementing a controversial occupational tax increase.
Lexington’s two-term mayor is running for a third term next year.
Free meals are being offered to school aged kids at the Falling Springs Community Center. It's part of the USDA's Sun Meals program. There's no income restriction and no registration is required.
Most people who go to Keeping it FRESH at Monica’s are there for a hair salon. On Sunday, the salon will turn from cuts to kicks as it gives shoes to students in need.
A lawsuit filed by Kentucky Auditor Allison Ball had its first hearing Wednesday in Franklin County Circuit Court.
Certain homeowners across Fayette County may have noticed a much larger increase in their mortgage payments recently.
FEMA has rejected Individual Assistance for Christian and Todd counties hit by tornadoes in May, as well as Public Assistance for Leslie County, prompting Gov. Beshear to announce plans for an appeal.
Mayor Linda Gorton announced on Wednesday that she will seek election for a third term.
A Louisville man is facing multiple charges after detectives found methamphetamine hidden in his vehicle during a traffic stop, according to a release from the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Mayor Linda Gorton has officially announced she will run for a third term as Lexington’s mayor. In a statement Wednesday, Mayor Gorton said the city has made substantial progress since she first took offic…
On Wednesday, Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton announced that she will be running for a third term in the mayor's office.
A Richmond man was sentenced on Monday to 330 months in prison for producing child pornography.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Congressman Andy Barr is rolling out a new legislative package aimed at reviving Kentucky’s coal industry and positioning it for long-term growth. Barr introduced the proposal this week, calling it a bold…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — New research from the University of Kentucky’s Markey Cancer Center could pave the way for groundbreaking treatments targeting obesity-related breast cancer. Scientists at the center have identified a prot…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Counties across Kentucky can now apply for state grants aimed at cleaning up illegal dumps and roadside litter. The funding comes from the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, which administers two env…
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A brand-new exhibit at the Kentucky Derby Museum is putting the spotlight on over a century of iconic racetrack style. On Thursday, the museum will debut its “Derby Fashion” exhibit—celebrating more than…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — As students at William Wells Brown Elementary returned to class Wednesday morning, the energy in the building reflected the excitement shared by students, parents, teachers and staff. “We start our day wi…
"Don't you want me?" he reportedly asked her before asking her to remove her clothes.
A 17-year-old is dead following a two-vehicle crash that occurred early Wednesday on US 62 in Ohio County, just west of Beaver Dam, according to the Kentucky State Police.
Troopers said the 64-year-old lost control of his lawn mower and it went over an embankment, trapping him underneath it.
KNOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police is investigating a fatal lawn mower accident that happened Tuesday afternoon in the Kite community. According to a release, troopers responded just before 3:00 p.m. to KY Highway 7…
Biologists surveying an eastern Kentucky stream captured a glimpse of a rarely seen giant salamander whose numbers are declining.
VERSAILLES, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — It may be July, but Versailles is already planning ahead for the holiday season. City officials are on the hunt for the perfect live Christmas tree to display downtown this year. They’re looking for a hea…
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Two Kentucky sheriff’s offices are relocating this week, prompting temporary closures while they make the move. In Scott County, Wednesday marks the final day of operations at the current sheriff’s office…
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Scott County Sheriff’s Office is expanding its public safety efforts, thanks to a $10,750 grant from Norfolk Southern. The funding will support the department’s Aviation Program and allow for the purc…
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A longtime leader in Scott County’s fire service is hanging up his gear. Battalion Chief Lou Zehnder has officially retired from the Scott County Fire Department. Chief Zehnder spent years serving the com…
RUSSELL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A dangerous situation unfolded Tuesday morning near the dam in Russell County, when two fishermen were nearly swept into the turbulent discharge area after their boat lost power and began taking on wa…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Volunteers are hard at work this week at the North Lexington Family YMCA, assembling thousands of backpacks to help local students head back to school with confidence. From 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, vo…
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Categories: Featured, GDK, Local News, News
Categories: Featured, GDK, Local News, News
Categories: Featured, GDK, Local News, News
Categories: Featured, GDK, Local News, News
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — As students at William Wells Brown Elementary returned to class Wednesday morning, the energy in the building reflected the excitement shared by students, parents, teachers and staff. “We start our day wi…
PIKE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police are asking for the public’s help locating a missing Pike County man. According to KSP Post 9 in Pikeville, 34-year-old David Cook was reported missing on July 29. He was last seen t…
HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? David Cook, 34, was last seen on Sunday, July 27 in Pikeville.
HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? David Cook, 34, was last seen on Sunday, July 27 in Pikeville.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — It’s back to school Wednesday for students at William Wells Brown Elementary School in Lexington. The East Fifth Street school is a designated “Promise Academy,” and starts the academic year two weeks earl…
The 15-year-old was killed in a home in Elsmere last week, and a 15-year-old male was arrested in connection with her death.
Ethan and Faith Mulling are Kenton County natives who said they were on a zip-lining excursion when their phones began sounding with tsunami alerts.
The City of Lexington’s annual Kentucky River Clean Sweep is set for Saturday morning at Kelley’s Landing after high waters in June forced a postponement.
Good Wednesday, everyone. Today has a chance to be the hottest day of the summer before the pattern completely changes as we close out July and enter August. That’s when much cooler temps settle into the region. Temps today can hit 90-95 i…
A music festival happening in Irvine this weekend aims to do more than entertain — it's raising awareness for survivors of domestic violence.
A Pike County Animal Shelter escape artist is getting a lot of attention.
The case against a man charged in the shooting death of a Rowan County teen moves forward.
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A London family is safe after being rescued from their flooded home late Monday night as heavy rain swept through Laurel County. Emergency crews were called to a home on Laurel River Road just after 10:30 p.m…
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