Teen charged with DUI, assault after Nicholasville Road crash

A three-vehicle crash on Saturday night in Lexington left one person seriously injured and another with minor injuries.

Bell County ambulance flips on Highway 25E, driver escapes without injury, radio station reports

The Big ONE 106.3 WRIL reports that a Bell County ambulance "left the roadway" and overturned early Saturday morning on Highway 25E in Middlesboro, damaging several vehicles at a nearby car lot.

Funeral arrangements, visitation announced for Jayden Spicer

Funeral arrangements and visitation plans have been announced for 10-year-old Jayden Spicer, who passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, according to the Breathitt Funeral Home and Monument Company.

13-year-old flown to hospital after Herrington Lake boating incident

A teen has been flown to the hospital with "substantial injuries," according to Mercer County Emergency Management officials, after a boating incident on Herrington Lake.

Lexington implements heat plan as temperatures soar

Temperatures in Lexington are expected to reach the low to mid-90s over the next several days, prompting city officials to implement Phase One of their heat plan.

UK welcomes new Wildcats, new safety measures as Big Blue Move-In kicks off

Sunday marked the beginning of a new chapter as students from across the country moved into their residence halls at the University of Kentucky for the first day of Big Blue Move-In.

Kentucky hikers, dog rescued after suffering from heat exhaustion

First responders in Wolfe County worked in scorching heat on Saturday to help a group of hikers and their dog after they fell victim to heat exhaustion on a rugged part of the trail.

New Wildcats move into UK dorms Sunday through Wednesday

University of Kentucky students started moving into their dorms early Sunday morning. University of Kentucky students started moving into their dorms early Sunday morning.

Protestors in Richmond rally against Trump administration

A handful of people gathered outside the Richmond courthouse Saturday afternoon as part of a series of protests against the Trump administration.

In Our Community: World-renowned farrier Mitch Taylor and his influence on the horse industry

Taylor has 50 years' experience in the industry, most notably as a farrier. He also travels the world presenting research about how to improve the science of horseshoeing.

Wolfe County rescuers save lost hikers, dog suffering from heat exhaustion

Wolfe County Search and Rescue responded to a call Wednesday evening for two lost hikers and their dog who were suffering from heat exhaustion.

Police: 17-year-old charged with DUI following 2 Nicholasville Road crashes

The Lexington Police Department reports that a 17-year-old is charged with a DUI in connection to two crashes on Nicholasville Road late Saturday night.

Police: 17-year-old charged with DUI in connection to Nicholasville Road crash

The Lexington Police Department reports that a 17-year-old is charged with a DUI in connection to a three-vehicle crash on Nicholasville Road late Saturday night.

2 hospitalized after 3 vehicle crash in Lexington, one with life-threatening injuries

Two people were taken to the hospital after a three-vehicle crash in Lexington Saturday night, with one person suffering life-threatening injuries, according to the Lexington Police Department.

Nonprofit honors Jayden Spicer's memory with new initiative

A nonprofit in Breathitt County is turning tragedy into hope by launching an initiative to support children in foster care following the death of a child named Jayden Spicer.

A Few Strong Storms Out There Today

Good Sunday, everyone. It’s another hot day with a few clusters of thunderstorms dropping in from the north and northwest. This heat streak lasts into early this week before things change up for the second half of the week and really chang…

'They were supposed to protect him': Vigil held for 14-year-old boy found dead in McCreary County home

Family demands justice six months after death of 14-year-old boy with autism as murder case moves forward.

'Garbage pile' catches fire near Lexington landfill

When firefighters arrived, they found "a large garbage pile" on fire at the Hedger Lane landfill, per department officials.

'Pile of garbage' catches fire near Lexington landfill

When firefighters arrived, they found "a large garbage pile" on fire at the Hedger Lane landfill, per department officials.

Breathitt County charity organization creates new initiative in honor of Jackson child

A nonprofit based in Breathitt County that focuses on helping neglected people and animals has created a new, perpetual initiative to honor the memory of Jayden Spicer.