Harrison Memorial Hospital Patient receives life-saving heart transplant in Nashville

A patient at Harrison Memorial Hospital is sharing her inspiring journey after receiving a heart transplant in Nashville, Tennessee.

Scott County distillery project has 'running tab' of $5 million in unpaid bills

A proposed distillery project in Scott County is facing mounting financial troubles as liens and lawsuits pile up against Limestone Farms Distillery Company.

Lexington police officer wins gold at World Police and Fire Games

A Lexington police officer brought home gold from the 2025 World Police and Fire Games, marking his first-ever participation in the international competition known as the "Games of Heroes."

Fire officials warn of dangers as burn bans take effect across Kentucky

With cooler temperatures settling over the region, dry grass and windy conditions have prompted fire officials to issue burn bans across several counties.

Lexington issues 'call to artists' to submit designs to cover utility boxes

The city’s public arts commission is inviting artists to submit original designs to be displayed around the city. The art displays will occupy select metal utility boxes at a variety of intersections.

Former lead detective to testify at sentencing in Crystal Rogers case

BARDSTOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The former lead detective in the Crystal Rogers case has been subpoenaed to appear at the upcoming sentencing of Brooks Houck and Joseph Lawson. Jon Snow, who helped investigate the 2015 disappearance of t…

Food pantries kick off Hunger Action Month to continue fight against rising food insecurity

Food pantries across Kentucky have joined together to combat hunger as God's Food Pantry kicked off Hunger Action Month.

Kentucky kicks off Hunger Action Month to continue fight against rising food insecurity

Food pantries across Kentucky have joined together to combat hunger as God's Food Pantry kicked off Hunger Action Month.

Lawmakers revive effort to automatically restore voting rights for people with some felony convictions

Two state senators are joining forces to establish automatic restoration of voting rights in Kentucky for people with certain past felony convictions.

Life Adventure Center hosting free community Open House Tuesday

VERSAILLES, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Life Adventure Center is inviting the public to a free Open House on Tuesday, offering families the chance to explore its scenic 575-acre property. The event runs from 3 to 7 p.m. at 570 Milner Road i…

Lexington leaders preview upcoming Sacred Music Festival

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton joined Dr. Everett McCorvey on Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church to preview the upcoming Lexington Sacred Music Festival. The weeklong festival runs September 21–28 and will…

London-Corbin Airport celebrates reopening of Air Evac Lifeteam base

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The city of London is continuing to rebuild after the tornado that tore through the area, and one major step forward is now visible at the London-Corbin Airport. Airport officials shared that the Air Evac Lif…

Hunger Action Month kicks off in Kentucky with focus on food insecurity

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Feeding Kentucky officially kicked off Hunger Action Month on Tuesday at God’s Pantry Food Bank, highlighting the need to address food insecurity across the state. Observed nationally each September, Hunge…

Lessons for a lifetime: International student reflects on her time at UK

It’s the little things that make home, home. Little quirks, once skimmed over by college students in their day-to-day life, are now missed when they move from home and enter a new chapter of life. For University of Kentucky student Anna Bo…

Lessons for a lifetime: International student reflects on her time at UK

It’s the little things that make home, home. Little quirks, once skimmed over by college students in their day-to-day life, are now missed when they move from home and enter a new chapter of life. For University of Kentucky student Anna Bo…

2 KSP troopers reportedly injured in ATV incident while on-duty in Knox County

According to a report from WRIL The Big One, officials confirmed that two KSP troopers were injured on Tuesday morning on-duty in Knox County.

Laurel County coroner identifies victim in deadly U.S. 25 crash

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Authorities have released the name of the man who died in a deadly crash Monday night in Laurel County. The coroner’s office says 87-year-old Edward Queen of London was killed in the collision. According to t…

1 injured, airlifted after tractor overturned along Wayne County roadway

One person was injured and airlifted after an early afternoon farming accident in Wayne County, authorities report.

Raywick firefighter dies after Marion County crash

MARION COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Raywick firefighter has died following a crash while responding to a call last week. According to Supporting Heroes, Lieutenant Brian Hatt of the Raywick Fire Department passed away Monday afternoon…

LEX 18 Spanish report for Tuesday, Aug. 26 with Radio Vida

Aquí están los titulares de noticias de LEX 18 en español para el martes 26 de agosto con Radio Vida.

Irvine man allegedly crashed ATV while high, killing 29-year-old

An Irvine man has been charged after a 29-year-old woman was killed in an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) crash.

UK, Lexington Police respond to false active shooter report near library

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The University of Kentucky says a report of an active shooter near William T. Young Library Wednesday afternoon was determined to be a hoax. According to UK, at 12:12 p.m. police from both UK and Lexington…

Active shooter hoax reported near UK's William T. Young Library

Multiple police units in Lexington responded to an active shooter report that proved to be a hoax Tuesday afternoon near the William T. Young Library on campus.

University of Kentucky the latest victim of swatting after false active shooter report

The University of Kentucky detailed on Tuesday that campus police and Lexington police responded to a "false report about an active shooter" near William T. Young Library.

University of Kentucky receives false active shooter report amid wave of campus hoaxes

The University of Kentucky detailed on Tuesday that campus police and Lexington police responded to a "false report about an active shooter" near William T. Young Library.

Pedestrian hit by car on sidewalk at Kentucky State Fair; 71-year-old charged

An arrest citation alleged that someone tried to stop him by holding on to the mirror of the car, but he continued to drive on the sidewalk.

University of Kentucky president discusses vision for 2025-26 on 'Behind the Blue' podcast

University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto, who is now in his 15th academic year, discussed the vision for 2025-26 on the "Behind the Blue" podcast.

Judge releases father of teen charged with murder in Lexington missing teen case

The father of the 18-year-old accused of killing two missing teens has been ordered to be released from custody after a grand jury failed to indict him.

Clark County man pleads not guilty in assault case

WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man accused in a weekend stabbing in Clark County is facing an assault charge after appearing in court this week. According to the Clark County Courthouse, 37-year-old Jon Southern entered a not guilty…

Two shootings near Kentucky high school football fields raise safety concerns

KENTUCKY (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Two separate shootings near high school football fields in Kentucky this week are raising concerns about safety at school-related sporting events. According to ABC affiliate WCHS News, 58-year-old Brian Irick wa…

Multiple arrests after two separate shootings at football games

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KSP investigating Rockcastle County animal shelter after public concerns

ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are investigating concerns at the Rockcastle County Animal Shelter, according to Judge-Executive Howell Holbrook. Holbrook told ABC36 that KSP began looking into the shelter o…

KSP investigating Rockcastle Animal Shelter

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Berea Police seek public help with vehicle break-ins

BEREA, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Berea Police Department is asking for the public’s help after a series of vehicle break-ins early Saturday morning. Investigators say the incidents happened between midnight and 6 a.m. in the Brooklyn Boul…

Kentucky firefighter and Army veteran Brian Hatt dies following rollover crash

The Raywick Fire Department reported that Lieutenant Brian Hatt died on Tuesday morning after he was injured in a single-vehicle rollover crash while responding to a tractor-trailer fire.

Feeding Kentucky preparing to kick off Hunger Action Month

The organization says one out of six Kentuckians is experiencing hunger, which is why they are calling on everyone to take action to make sure their neighbors are fed.

Roughly 20 overnight car break-ins has Berea neighborhood on high alert

BEREA, Ky. (FOX 56) — A calm Monday afternoon on Brooklyn Boulevard in Berea contrasted sharply with the early Sunday morning scene. "We had officers go out there, and as they were talking to one individual, more individuals showed up, and…

Kentucky State Police searching for two escaped inmates

PINEVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are searching for two inmates who escaped Monday night from the Bell County Forestry Camp, a minimum-security facility in southeastern Kentucky. KSP says 32-year-old Billy Potter and…

Deadly crash shuts down busy road for hours

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office says lanes have reopened following a deadly crash that shut down part of U.S. 25 Monday night. Deputies say the collision happened around 9:10 p.m., about six and a half mil…

Man facing multiple charges in deadly ATV crash

STANTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police say a Powell County man has been arrested following a deadly ATV crash. Troopers say 32-year-old Shawn Cornett is charged with reckless homicide, ATV violations, and operating without a…

Police search for suspect in alleged car break-in attempt

GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Georgetown Police are reminding residents to lock their vehicles after a suspect was caught on camera allegedly trying to break into cars. Police say the incident happened early Monday morning on Dunn Cir…

ACT to SAT: Kentucky educators scramble to prepare students for new college entry exam

The Kentucky Department of Education has announced that students will take the SAT instead of the ACT this school year, leaving teachers and students to prepare for the change.

2 vehicles hit 87-year-old in deadly crash on US 25 in Laurel County

Deputies said the crash happened just after 9 p.m. on U.S. Highway 25 near the Lily community.

2 vehicles hit pedestrian in deadly crash on US 25 in Laurel County

Deputies said the crash happened just after 9 p.m. on U.S. Highway 25 near the Lily community.

Deadly accident shuts down US 25 in Laurel County

Deputies said the crash happened just after 9 p.m. on U.S. Highway 25 near the Lily community.

Public alert: 2 inmates escape custody in Bell County

Trooper Jacobs of KSP posted on Facebook that just before 9 p.m., Billy Potter, 32, and Steven Spencer, 22, escaped from the Bell County Forestry Camp.

Our Fall Feel Rolls On

Good Tuesday, everybody. Fall has arrived a wee bit early this year as temps flirt with or set record lows over the next few mornings. This is part of an overall change in the pattern that looks to feature troughs digging into the eastern…

Franklin County Judge-Executive: Flood buyout program is gaining momentum

Over a month after Franklin County held its first public meeting about a property buyout program for flood victims, county officials say the program is gaining momentum.

Franklin County Judge-Executive: flood buyout program is gaining momentum

Over a month after Franklin County held its first public meeting about a property buyout program for flood victims, county officials say the program is gaining momentum.

87-year-old man killed in pedestrian involved 2-vehicle collision in London

Officials report that the section of US 25 near Lily in Laurel County that was closed for several hours due to a fatal collision is back open.

87-year-old pedestrian killed in two-vehicle crash in London, officials report

Officials report that the section of US 25 near Lily in Laurel County that was closed for several hours due to a fatal collision is back open.

Section of US 25 in Laurel County back open after fatal collision

Officials report that the section of US 25 near Lily in Laurel County that was closed for several hours due to a fatal collision is back open.

Section of US 25 in Laurel County closed following fatal collision

A section of US 25 near Lily in Laurel County is closed following a fatal collision Monday evening, police report.