Homeowners suing FCPS over use of eminent domain on their properties
Four property owners in a Lexington neighborhood have filed a lawsuit against Fayette County Board of Education members over what they say is an unfair land grab.
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Franklin County donates police cruisers to help Woodford County school safety efforts
The donation brings the district closer to their goal of having a cruiser for each of their school resource officers.
Donations needed for Marco Shemwell Foundation annual birthday box drive
The Shemwell family is turning their grief into action as they approach another milestone without their son Marco.
Lexington woman pleads not guilty after allegedly stealing puppy from pet store
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington woman accused of stealing a Shih Tzu puppy from a local pet store has pleaded not guilty to the charge against her. According to court records, 48-year-old Melanie McClure appeared in court Fri…
Lexington man seeks community's help to find missing pet parrot
A Lexington man is anxiously searching for his beloved pet parrot, Charlee, who flew away earlier this week.
Anne Wilson playing Concert for Kentucky to benefit tornado recovery efforts
PLATINUM-certified, GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter Anne Wilson – a Kentucky native – will return home for a special concert at Corbin Arena on Aug. 11.
Lexington police seize over 600 pounds of marijuana, hemp flower from local vape shops
Narcotics investigators in Lexington reportedly seized 620 pounds of marijuana and hemp flower on Wednesday, arresting four people across four local vape shops for alleged hemp trafficking.
Technology in Kentucky aids in finding drivers who illegally pass school buses
As more than 380,000 Kentucky students ride the bus to school, the director of transportation and maintenance at Bourbon Co. Public Schools say illegally passing a school bus puts students at risk.
Fayette County Board of Education sued over trespassing dispute
Lexington home and business owners have filed suit against the Fayette County Board of Education, claiming the district purchased, developed, and even encroached on land it didn't own due to an exemption from being subjected to local land…
Apollo 13 moon mission leader James Lovell dies at 97
By DON BABWIN CHICAGO (AP) — James Lovell, the commander of Apollo 13 who helped turn a failed moon mission into a triumph of on-the-fly can-do engineering, has died. He was 97. Lovell died Thursday in Lake Forest, Illinois, NASA said in a…
New documents reveal details on Lexington man charged in connection with teens' disappearance
New documents have revealed more information about a Lexington man charged in connection with the disappearance and murder of two teenagers.
Menifee County man charged with child sexual exploitation offenses, KSP says
DENNISTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police have charged a Menifee County man with multiple child sexual exploitation offenses following an undercover investigation. According to KSP, 18-year-old Johnny Ray Shoopman was arreste…
Lexington police seize over 600 pounds of marijuana, guns at local vape shops
The Lexington Police Department reported that police seized over 600 pounds of marijuana and hemp flowers, along with firearms, from local vape shops on Wednesday.
Motorcyclist killed in head-on collision with pickup truck in Taylor County
A 32-year-old motorcyclist died Thursday morning after a crash with a pickup truck at the intersection of Lone Valley Road and Robin Road in Taylor County, according to the KSP.
Lexington police seize 600+ pounds of marijuana, $210K in vape shop drug bust
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington police say they’ve seized more than 600 pounds of marijuana and hemp flower following a series of raids at local vape shops earlier this week. According to the Lexington Police Department, detect…
London police chief breaks silence on deadly Vanzant Road shooting
The investigation into the police shooting of Doug Harless is reportedly in its final stages.
Body recovered from lagoon in Frankfort identified
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Franklin County Coroner’s Office has identified a man found dead in a lagoon earlier this week as 50-year-old Dwayne Chadwell, a resident of Frankfort. Officials say Chadwell’s body was recovered just…
2 arrested, woman flown to hospital after Jackson shooting
A woman is in the University of Kentucky Hospital after being shot multiple times on Thursday night, and two men have been accused of trying to kill her.
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Man arrested for allegedly abducting woman, 2 kids, robbing Louisville bank
Louisville police were called around 9:30 a.m., where an injured woman was found at the PNC Bank at the 8000 block of Shelbyville Road near the Oxmoor Center.
Manhunt underway for man accused of abducting woman, 2 kids before robbing Louisville bank
Louisville police were called around 9:30 a.m., where an injured woman was found at the PNC Bank at the 8000 block of Shelbyville Road near the Oxmoor Center.
Versailles business forced to stop accepting credit cards finds a blessing in disguise
The owner of Callie's Home Style Restaurant had to make the tough decision not to accept credit cards because of problems with the terminal. She was thrilled to find that this didn't stop customers from coming.
Death investigation underway after man's body recovered from lagoon in Franklin Co.
The Franklin County Coroner's Office reported that authorities are investigating after a man's body was recovere in a small lagoon at around 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
Death investigation underway after body recovered from lagoon in Franklin Co.
The Franklin County Coroner's Office reported that authorities are investigating after a man's body was recovere in a small lagoon at around 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
Reported fentanyl exposure at Boyd County Detention Center leaves deputy in critical condition
Three deputies at the Boyd County Detention Center in Kentucky have been treated for suspected fentanyl exposure, leaving one in critical condition.
Fentanyl exposure at Boyd County Detention Center leaves deputy in critical condition
Three deputies at the Boyd County Detention Center in Kentucky have been treated for suspected fentanyl exposure, leaving one in critical condition.
15-year-old charged after shots fired near Louisville bus stop on first day of school
On the first day of classes in Jefferson County, shots were fired near a bus stop while children were waiting for the school bus.
'Coward with a gun' fires shots near Louisville bus stop on first day of school
On the first day of classes in Jefferson County, shots were fired near a bus stop while children were waiting for the school bus.
Two arrested in Breathitt County shooting that left woman hospitalized
BREATHITT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police have arrested two men in connection to a shooting that left a woman seriously injured Thursday night in the Jackson community of Breathitt County. Troopers from KSP Post 13 in…
Richmond woman organizes donation drive for period products
The cost of having a menstrual cycle often can't be covered by those living paycheck to paycheck. During school, young girls in middle and high school often struggle to get period products.
Michigan woman, other man sought after Laurel County motel window smashed
Deputies with the Laurel County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) are seeking a man and woman accused of breaking a motel window before allegedly nearly running people over while fleeing the scene.
Lexington releases new plan to reduce gun violence
The city saw a record high of 44 homicides and 119 nonfatal shootings in 2022. As of last year, those numbers have dropped by around 50 percent.
Laurel County deputies searching for suspects after motel incident
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating two individuals involved in a dangerous incident at a motel in southern Laurel County. According to a flye…
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McDonald’s app orders support Ronald McDonald House Charities on RMHC Digital Day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Ordering through the McDonald’s app today does more than just get you lunch — it helps families in need. As part of RMHC Digital Day, 20% of all app-based sales at participating McDonald’s locations will b…
Ronald McDonald House Charities Digital Day
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Deadline approaching for Kentuckians to apply for FEMA tornado assistance
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentuckians impacted by the May 16–17 tornado outbreak have just 14 days left to apply for FEMA assistance. The application deadline is Thursday, August 22. Homeowners and renters in Caldwell, Laurel, Pula…
Two weeks left to apply for FEMA assistance
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One dead after two-vehicle crash in Somerset
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — One person is dead following a two-vehicle collision Thursday on Highway 461 in Somerset, according to the Somerset Fire Department. Emergency crews were called to the scene near Babe Boulevard, where…
1 dead after pickup truck rear-ends semi on highway in Somerset
A pickup truck crashed into the back of a commercial truck and trailer Thursday on Kentucky Highway 461 near Babe Boulevard.
Missing 85-year-old man from North Carolina found safe in Georgetown, police report
The Georgetown Police Department reported that a missing man from North Carolina was found safe in Georgetown on Thursday.
Louisiana fugitive wanted on rape, child molestation charges arrested in Kentucky
A fugitive from Louisiana that was reportedly living illegally in the U.S. was arrested on Wednesday in Grayson County on rape and child molestation-related charges.
Buffalo Trace: Frankfort team reviving bourbon barrels with woodcraft skills
Buffalo Trace Distillery was founded in 1787 and is the oldest continuously operating distillery in Kentucky. But bourbon isn't the only thing made on the property.
Fugitive wanted for rape and child molestation in Louisiana arrested in Kentucky
GRAYSON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man wanted in Louisiana on serious sex crime charges has been arrested in Kentucky, according to the Grayson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say 45-year-old Juan Chavez-Trevizo was taken into cust…
Louisiana fugitive arrested in Kentucky
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Three arrested on drug trafficking charges after Pulaski County home search
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Three people have been arrested on drug charges following a search of a home in the Bronston community, according to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say 41-year-old Eric Gosser, 51-year-…
Three people arrested on drug charges
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Kentucky weather today: Rising humidity brings increased storm chances
Expect a mix of sun and clouds to win out on Friday with just a few spotty showers or storms. Most look dry with highs around 90 degrees.
Frankfort library back to normal after near-historic April flooding
While the water has receded and Kentucky's capital city has returned to normal, it goes without saying that a lot of work was done to get to this next chapter.
Local vet urges pet vaccinations after horse contracts rabies in Garrard County
A local veterinarian is warning pet owners about the importance of rabies vaccinations after treating a disturbing case in a Garrard County horse.
Breaking Down the Weekend and Beyond
Good Friday, everyone. We are closing out the week on a very familiar note as the pattern today is very similar to each of the past 4 days. Once into next week, the pattern starts to become more active as we watch the tropics start to do s…
Lexington hosts Cities United, releases ONE Lexington strategic plan
As part of a partnership with ONE Lexington, national nonprofit Cities United has brought its "Leading the Way Tour" to the city.