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According to a social media post made by Pulaski County Schools, the student was retrieving a soccer ball and "noticed what looked like a firearm in the adjacent woods."
New guidelines recently released by the organization highlight the local impact of managing this leading cause of death in the U.S. and around the world.
Snowstorms in the winter, flooding in the spring, drought in the summer — it's a real Kentucky weather trifecta that's hitting farmers particularly hard this season.
Classes at Transylvania University begin Tuesday, bringing roughly 280 freshmen to campus as they move into their dorms and prepare for their next chapter in higher education.
A London family is honoring their 4-year-old son who passed away from cancer by giving back to the children at Kentucky Children's Hospital.
A London family is honoring their 4-year-old son who passed away from cancer by giving back to the children at Kentucky Children's Hospital.
A death investigation is currently underway after a body was discovered near the Liberty Road Bus Garage in Lexington.
Festival-goers at the Rock Rebellion festival were safe when a gunman shot at cars on I-75 in 2024. This weekend, the festival returns with some added security - and more music.
Gov. Beshear said returning the driver's license process to counties could create years of new challenges, pushing back against a state lawmaker's proposal to eliminate regional licensing centers.
Aquí están los titulares de noticias de LEX 18 en español para el viernes 29 de agosto con Radio Vida:
On Friday, the Lexington Police Department issued a traffic advisory ahead of the UK vs Toledo football game on Saturday, along with Labor Day weekend festivities.
On Friday, the Lexington Police Department issued a traffic advisory ahead of the UK vs Toledo football game on Saturday, along with Labor Day weekend festivities.
London city council members were escorted to their vehicles following a special called meeting, after the mayor encouraged residents to "let them hear your voice now" after voting to move forward with the hearing for his removal.
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A special-called meeting of the London City Council Friday grew tense as members approved amended charges of misconduct and willful neglect against Mayor Randall Weddle ahead of a removal hearing set for next…
A Shelbyville man has been accused of being in a group of as many as eight men who allegedly raped a Lexington woman in June 2024.
At the Lexington Sporting Club on Thursday night, former Henry Clay soccer player and UK student Noah Tinch was honored during the Henry Clay vs Dunbar match.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – UK Football fans have a convenient way to get to Saturday’s home game thanks to Lextran’s shuttle service. The shuttle will run both a Downtown and Campus route, beginning three hours before kickoff. Servi…
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HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Harrodsburg man is in custody after police say he kidnapped his estranged wife during a domestic disturbance. Officers were called to Perryville Street Thursday night, where investigators say 39-year-o…
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Louisville man is facing charges after police say he stole a car with a 9-month-old baby inside. The incident happened just after 5 p.m. Wednesday near South Brook Street on East Broadway. According to…
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Governor Andy Beshear is offering prayers for two Boone County deputies who were shot during a standoff Thursday night. “Britainy and I are praying for the two Boone County Sheriff’s deputies who were shot…
A criminal complaint revealed that a man in Lexington was charged with first-degree rape after DNA results from a sexual assault case lead to identification of the alleged assailant.
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The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources has announced new regulations for the 2025-2026 hunting seasons, including extended youth-only modern gun season, a special CWD season, and changes to public lands.
SOMERSET, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Somerset firefighters are reminding drivers about the dangers of tossing cigarettes out of car windows after a grass fire broke out along East Highway 80 on Thursday. Crews say the blaze was sparked by a ci…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are cracking down on dangerous driving this Labor Day weekend as part of a nationwide safety effort. Troopers are participating in “Operation C.A.R.E.” — the Combined Accident Reducti…
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Roadwork along Interstate 75 in Madison County is moving into a new phase. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says crews are shifting pavement work from the southern section to the northern section of the…
RAYWICK, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Marion County community is preparing to say goodbye to a firefighter who died while serving others. Raywick Fire Lieutenant Brian Hatt passed away Monday at UofL Hospital. Kentucky State Police say he was…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Fayette County Public Schools dean is scheduled to be arraigned Friday after being indicted in connection with a road rage incident. John “Jay” Bordas has been formally indicted on a wanton endangerment…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police are investigating an overnight shooting downtown that left one person injured. Officers say they were called to the 300 block of West Short Street just after 2 a.m. Friday. One person had…
By SEUNG MIN KIM and ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris, a senior White House official said on Friday. Former vice pre…
For students at Booker T. Washington Elementary School in Lexington, learning doesn't stop after class is over, thanks to free book fairs provided through the "If You Give a Child a Book" campaign.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fire crews responded to a blaze Thursday night at the Don Franklin Hyundai dealership building on Richmond Road in Lexington. Officials say they received multiple calls about the fire around 9:20 p.m. Crew…
WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Drivers in Winchester and Clark County should be on the lookout for traffic safety checkpoints this weekend. According to the Winchester Police Department’s Facebook page, officers will conduct a checkpoi…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says part of Old Richmond Road (KY-2328) will be closed next week for storm drain repairs. The closure will be in effect Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Bluegrass Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help identifying who is responsible for a shooting that injured two people in Lexington last week. Police say officers responded to Whiteberry Drive on W…
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Categories: Featured, Local News, News
Categories: Featured, Local News, News
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Laurel County Public Schools say they have increased security after learning that a South Laurel High School student was threatened by a juvenile from out of state. According to a statement posted on the dist…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fayette County Public Schools is under mounting scrutiny over its finances, as board members met Thursday night to discuss a projected budget deficit and a finance administrator’s attorney alleges she was…
A weak cold front pushes through the state on Friday, bringing scattered clouds and a slight chance for a stray shower.
School leaders hope the third time's the charm, after two other plans to find ways to make up a projected $16 million budget shortfall have, indeed, come up short.
Ultimately, the board decided to maintain its current property tax rate of 67.8 cents per $100, generating more revenue for the 2026 fiscal year than the previous one.
The Lexington Police Department is investigating an overnight shooting downtown on West Short Street.
The Lexington Fire Department responded to a fire on Thursday at a Lexington car dealership.
Good Friday, everyone. We have another cold front dropping into the region today and it’s just reenforcing the awesome air just in time for the Labor Day Weekend. Beyond this, a much bigger blast of fall is lurking for the middle and end o…
Two deputies were injured while responding to a felony child support warrant in Walton.
Two deputies were injured while responding to a felony child support warrant in Walton.
New figures released during the meeting showed that the district's "carry forward" balance is $26.3 million, instead of the initially indicated $42 million.
New figures released during the meeting showed that the district's "carry forward" balance is $26.3 million, instead of the initially indicated $42 million.
Two deputies were shot while serving a warrant in Walton, Kentucky, the Boone County Sheriff's Office said Thursday night.
Two deputies were shot while serving a warrant in Walton, Kentucky, the Boone County Sheriff's Office said Thursday night.
Two deputies were shot while serving a warrant in Walton, Kentucky, the Boone County Sheriff's Office said Thursday night.
Two deputies were shot while serving a warrant in Walton, Kentucky, the Boone County Sheriff's Office said Thursday night.
Two deputies were shot while serving a warrant in Walton, Kentucky, the Boone County Sheriff's Office said Thursday night.
Two deputies were shot while serving a warrant in Walton, Kentucky, the Boone County Sheriff's Office said Thursday night.
Two deputies were shot while serving a warrant in Walton, Kentucky, the Boone County Sheriff's Office said Thursday night.
Two deputies were shot while serving a warrant in Walton, Kentucky, the Boone County Sheriff's Office said Thursday night.
LEX 18 is currently on the scene at 3380 Richmond Road where crews appear to be battling a fire at the Don Franklin Auto Mall.