Adair County man arrested after allegedly sharing child exploitation images online
An Adair County man has been charged after an undercover internet crimes against children investigation.
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University of Kentucky pediatric neurosurgeon: A journey home to serve Kentucky children
The director of pediatric neurosurgery at UK is capturing national attention not only for her exceptional surgical skills, but for her deep Kentucky roots and unique approach to patient care.
Kentucky family capitalizes on dirty soda trend as fewer Americans drink alcohol, study shows
A new study shows fewer people are drinking alcohol and looking for alternative options, and a Kentucky family is capitalizing on this growing trend with their unique small business.
Catholic Action Center conducts its third annual street survey for homelessness
It's that time of the year again, when the Catholic Action Center hits the streets to conduct surveys and paint a bigger picture of homelessness in Lexington.
Former UK Baseball player remembered 19 years after Comair 5191 crash
19 years ago, Jonathan Hooker and his wife Scarlett took off from Blue Grass Airport on Flight 5191, heading to California for their honeymoon.
Louisville offers $1 homes to draw in developers and buyers
Louisville is hoping to breathe life into the Portland neighborhood with a selection of $1 homes.
Bluegrass Crime Stoppers searching for pair with robbery warrants
Bluegrass Crime Stoppers announced on Wednesday that they're looking for two robbery suspects.
Fulton Road opens: Neighbors express concerns, consider legal action as city touts less traffic
As the city of Winchester completed its Fulton Road project to connect these neighborhoods to the city’s bypass, some living nearby are not happy with any part of the process.
Catholic school shooter related to former Kentucky lawmaker
His uncle served Kentucky's 33rd District from 1980 to 2002.
LEX 18 Spanish report for Wednesday, Aug. 27 with Radio Vida
Aquí están los titulares de noticias de LEX 18 en español para el miércoles 27 de agosto con Radio Vida.
Seasonal virus killing Kentucky white-tailed deer at significantly increased rate from 2024
There have been 200 reports so far this year of hemorrhagic disease in white-tailed deer. In 2024, there were seven reports, which Fish & Wildlife officials say is a dramatic increase.
Seasonal virus killing Kentucky white-tailed deer at significantly increased rate from 2024
There have been 200 reports so far this year of hemorrhagic disease in white-tailed deer. In 2024, there were seven reports, which Fish & Wildlife officials say is a dramatic increase.
Kentucky man stopped with spike strips, pepper balls after police chase across Bourbon County
When the chase reached Millersburg Road, Eversole allegedly reached speeds of 90 miles per hour.
Lexington marks 19 years since deadly Comair Flight 5191 crash
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Tuesday marked 19 years since Comair Flight 5191 crashed during takeoff at Blue Grass Airport, a tragedy that claimed 49 lives and left one survivor. The August 27, 2006 crash happened when the plane attem…
UPDATE: Crash closes entrance to Buc-ee’s, traffic lights out in Richmond area, coroner confirms fatality
UPDATE: 4:30 p.m. RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Richmond police are investigating a serious crash that happened Wednesday afternoon near Buc-ee’s off Interstate 75. The collision occurred around 2 p.m. on Duncannon Lane in front of Buc-…
Crash closes entrance to Buc-ee’s, traffic lights out in Richmond area
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A collision near the entrance to Buc-ee’s in Richmond has shut down roadways and knocked out traffic signals as first responders work the scene. Officials say motorists leaving the interstate cannot current…
Richmond police say most lanes have been reopened after crash near Buc-ee's
Richmond police say that a crash in front of Buc-ee's has resulted in the closure of the roadways while responders work to clear the scene.
Crash in front of Buc-ee's in Richmond shuts down roadways, Richmond police report
Richmond police say that a crash in front of Buc-ee's has resulted in the closure of the roadways while responders work to clear the scene.
Images show discovery of London 'torture chamber,' buried drugs, bones
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement has shared a glimpse of the scene where federal agents discovered a London "torture chamber."
Lexington Sporting Club to host Kentucky high school soccer final matchups
The venue was secured to host the state finals on Nov. 1 through a collaboration between city leaders, including Mayor Linda Gorton, VisitLex, and Bryan Brooks and the LSC staff, according to a Wednesday news release.
Diocese of Lexington confirms Minneapolis Catholic school gunman attended area school
Following the tragic news that two children were killed and 17 others injured during mass at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, the Diocese of Lexington extended their prayers.
Diocese of Lexington confirms Minneapolis school gunman went to area school during 2011-12 school year
Following the tragic news that two children were killed and 17 others injured during mass at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, the Diocese of Lexington extended their prayers.
Diocese of Lexington extends prayers to victims of Minneapolis Catholic school shooting
Following the tragic news that two children were killed and 17 others injured during mass at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, the Diocese of Lexington extended their prayers.
Kentucky State Police recruiting for next cadet class
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky is now recruiting its next class of state troopers. Gov. Andy Beshear and Kentucky State Police announced that applications are open for Cadet Class 107. Starting salaries for new troopers are $69…
Kentucky recruiting the next class of State Troopers
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Lexington Fire Department adds first new ambulance since 2018
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Fire Department has officially added a new ambulance to its fleet, the first in seven years. Emergency Care 13, known as EC13, was placed into service Wednesday at Station 16, also called “th…
A new ambulance for Lexington Fire Department
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Fayette County Board of Education calls special meeting amid budget concerns
According to the meeting's announcement on Wednesday, officials will collaborate to review the district's financial information and discuss the impact of budget plans that do not include recommendations for adjusting the occupational tax h…
Report: Kentucky wildlife officials euthanize more than 20 deer at unpermitted facility
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources staff euthanized more than 20 deer Tuesday at an unpermitted wildlife rehabilitation facility in Meade County, officials reported.
Field of 68 names top college basketball players since 2000: Anthony Davis ranks where?
Nation of Blue revealed on Monday, Aug. 25, that Davis finished in the top five, but was precariously left off the top spot, with a few questionable names in front of him.
Two arrested after string of vehicle thefts in Boone County
BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Boone County Sheriff’s Office says two men are behind bars following a string of vehicle thefts. Deputies were called around 5 a.m. Tuesday to the Cheshire Ridge subdivision in Florence, where sever…
Two men arrested in vehicle thefts in Boone County
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Franklin County courts returning to courthouse after April flooding
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Franklin County courts are preparing to return to their home building after months of operating in temporary locations due to April’s devastating flooding. Court operations will resume at the Franklin Coun…
Franklin County Courts return September 2nd
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Lincoln County school board approves next phase of high school renovation project
LINCOLN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lincoln County Board of Education has approved bids for Phase Two of the high school renovation project. The next round of upgrades will include a new front entrance plaza, turf infields for both…
Bids approved of Phase Two of renovation project
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Baptist Health Lexington donates backpacks in honor of Jayden Spicer
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A generous act from Baptist Health Lexington is bringing hope to children in foster care. The hospital partnered with Aspire Appalachia to support the “Jayden Initiative,” created in memory of Jayden Spice…
Irvine man charged in Jackson County deadly shooting appears in court
JACKSON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police say a man from Irvine is facing charges in connection with a deadly shooting in Jackson County. Troopers arrested 24-year-old James S. Bergman earlier this month. He is charged w…
A Jackson County murder suspect due back in court
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Lexington woman charged in Bryan Station Road murder case back in court
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A woman accused in a deadly shooting on Bryan Station Road was back in court Wednesday for a preliminary hearing. Keaira Pennie, 30, is charged with murder in the death of 42-year-old Edwin Haddix earlier…
A Fayette County woman charged with murder back in court
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Chlorine gas leak at Mount Vernon water plant prompts emergency response, road closure
The Rockcastle County Sheriff's office reported that a chlorine leak at a water treatment plant has shut down a portion of US 25 near Renfro Valley on Wednesday.
Chlorine leak at water treatment plant causes road closure on US 25 near Renfro Valley
The Rockcastle County Sheriff's office reported that a chlorine leak at a water treatment plant has shut down a portion of US 25 near Renfro Valley on Wednesday.
Cracker Barrel is keeping its old-time logo after new design uproar
By DEE-ANN DURBIN AP Business Writer Cracker Barrel said late Tuesday it’s returning to its old logo after critics — including President Donald Trump — protested the company’s plan to modernize. In a post on its website, Cracker Barrel sai…
2 children killed, 17 people wounded in shooting at Minneapolis Catholic school
Two young children are dead and more than a dozen others injured after a gunman opened fire at a Catholic church in Minneapolis, police said.
LIVE: Officials give update on Minneapolis church shooting that killed 2 children, wounded 17
Two young children are dead and more than a dozen others injured after a gunman opened fire at a Catholic church in Minneapolis, police said.
LIVE: Minneapolis police to give update on church shooting that killed 2 children, wounded 17
Two young children are dead and more than a dozen others injured after a gunman opened fire at a Catholic church in Minneapolis, police said.
LIVE: Minneapolis police give update on church shooting that killed 2 children, wounded 17
Two young children are dead and more than a dozen others injured after a gunman opened fire at a Catholic church in Minneapolis, police said.
2 children dead, more than a dozen injured after gunman opens fire at Minneapolis Catholic church: police
Two young children are dead and more than a dozen others injured after a gunman opened fire at a Catholic church in Minneapolis, police said.
LIVE: Authorities speak after at least 5 students injured, suspect 'contained' in Minneapolis Catholic school shooting
Students were being evacuated, an official confirmed.
LIVE SOON: Authorities to speak after at least 5 students injured, suspect 'contained' in Minneapolis Catholic school shooting
Students were being evacuated, an official confirmed.
At least 5 students injured, suspect 'contained' after shooting at Minneapolis Catholic school
Students were being evacuated, an official confirmed.
Suspect 'contained' after shooting reported at Minneapolis Catholic school: authorities
Students were being evacuated, an official confirmed.
Unions seek broader foothold in the South as workers vote at an EV battery plant in Kentucky
Ballots are being cast Wednesday over a pivotal decision at a Kentucky manufacturing complex that is producing batteries for electric vehicles.
49 lives lost in Flight 5191 crash at Blue Grass Airport 19 years ago
It has been 19 years since Comair Flight 5191 crashed at Blue Grass Airport in Lexington, killing 49 people.
Lawrenceburg restaurant reopens doors after devastating January fire
A Lawrenceburg restaurant has reopened its doors, several months after a devastating fire forced it to close.
Volunteers, food banks kick off Hunger Action Month in Kentucky
Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman proclaimed September as Hunger Action Month at a God’s Pantry Food Bank event Tuesday.
What does it take to feed Jessamine County students?
A big push by district administrators in recent years has been to offer breakfast and lunch to students every day, free of charge.
Fulton Road extension opens in Winchester, expected to ease traffic congestion
WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The City of Winchester is celebrating the opening of a new road extension designed to ease traffic flow. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for Wednesday for the Fulton Road Extension project, which connect…
A ribbon cutting ceremony for opening of new road extension
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Lexington volunteers to conduct annual homeless street count survey
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Volunteers will be out Wednesday in Lexington conducting the annual street count survey of the city’s homeless population. The Catholic Action Center says volunteers will gather at the New Life Day Center…
Catholic Action Center volunteers count the homeless for annual street survey
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Lexington marks anniversary of deadly Comair Flight 5191 crash
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Today marks the anniversary of one of the deadliest tragedies in Lexington’s history. On August 27, 2006, Comair Flight 5191 crashed during takeoff at Blue Grass Airport after using the wrong runway. The c…
Ceremony planned for anniversary of Comair flight 5191
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UK campus shooting hoax has students on edge
UK officials said just after noon, law enforcement responded to a report of a shooter near the William T. Young Library.
Frustration builds in Nicholasville over soaring utility bills
Over the last few months, Nicholasville residents like said their utility bills have nearly doubled.
Near Record Lows Once Again
Good Wednesday to one and all. It’s another record setting temperature day across Kentucky as this early blast of fall continues to flex on us. The pattern bringing us this blast of fall is one that keeps troughs digging into the eastern h…
UK students react to campus swatting incident as fall semester begins
University of Kentucky students are responding to a swatting call that disrupted campus Tuesday afternoon, just one day after classes officially began for the fall semester.
UK Students react to campus swatting incident as fall semester begins
University of Kentucky students are responding to a swatting call that disrupted campus Tuesday afternoon, just one day after classes officially began for the fall semester.
Man charged after illegally taken deer skulls, pounds of methamphetamine and 6,500 pills found in home
KFWLE report that on August 12, the agency was contacted by Laurel County DEA agents who, while performing an "unrelated investigation," discovered a potential deer poaching case.
Man charged after illegally taken deer, pounds of methamphetamine and 6,500 pills located in home
KFWLE report that on August 12, the agency was contacted by Laurel County DEA agents who, while performing an "unrelated investigation," discovered a potential deer poaching case.