PHOTOS: UK candlelight vigil for gun violence victims
Hundreds of students attended a candlelight vigil to remember victims of gun violence on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, outside of the William T. Young Library in Lexington, Ky.
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ABC suspends Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show indefinitely over his remarks about Charlie Kirk’s death
NEW YORK (AP) — ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show indefinitely beginning Wednesday after comments that he made about Charlie Kirk’s killing led a group of ABC-affiliated stations to say it would not air the show. Kimmel, the vet…
Kentucky dog foster parents share what it's like
Paws 4 the Cause asks for help; fosters parents of dogs share what it's like
Owensboro artist known for turning heads with his quick, unique style
When you visit Ryco Jewelers in downtown Owensboro, you're surrounded by famous people. From the outside, native son Johnny Depp glares at passers-by.
Kentucky high school basketball to implement shot clock timer in 2027
High school basketball games across the Bluegrass will have a 35-second shot clock timer in two years after a 13-5 vote from the Kentucky High School Athletics Association (KHSAA).
Kratom controversy: A helpful herb or hidden hazard?
A plant-based substance sold in gas stations and tobacco shops across Kentucky is sparking debate among addiction specialists.
Brother of teen killed in Frankfort home invasion is now hoping for justice
Kobie Brownlee is still trying to process the death of his brother, Chirome Avant Randle, who was shot and killed during a Frankfort home invasion on Sunday.
'He was my world': Brother of teen killed in Frankfort home invasion is now hoping for justice
Kobie Brownlee is still trying to process the death of his brother, Chirome Avant Randle, who was shot and killed during a Frankfort home invasion on Sunday.
"He was my world': Brother of teen killed in Frankfort home invasion is now hoping for justice
Kobie Brownlee is still trying to process the death of his brother, Chirome Avant Randle, who was shot and killed during a Frankfort home invasion on Sunday.
Crystal Rogers ex-boyfriend to spend life in prison for her death, disappearance
Brooks Houck, the former boyfriend of Crystal Rogers, who disappeared in 2015, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Police continue manhunt after Lexington August shooting
Lexington police are searching for a man with active warrants for assault and endangerment charges.
'Unusually high' number of nonfatal overdoses seen in central Kentucky hospitals over past week
Hospitals in central Kentucky are reporting an "unusually high" number of non-fatal drug overdoses in the past week, and officials are urging the public to stay aware of what they can do to help.
Taking a closer look at setup and entry for concerts at Gatton Park
The lawn in front of CommonSpirit Health Stage at Gatton Park on the Town Branch underwent a transformation ahead of The Beach Boys concert on Wednesday night.
'That's a serious threat to the public': Area police learn about machinegun conversion devices at ATF training
Dozens of police officers from across Kentucky completed specialized training Wednesday designed to strengthen federal gun investigations and combat violent crime.
FCPS school board votes to move forward with external budget audit
Fayette County’s school board voted to approve an external audit of its budget during a special-called meeting Tuesday.
Kentucky lawmakers to reintroduce bill to prevent tow trucker injury, death
Kentucky lawmakers have announced plans to reintroduce a bill to help protect tow truck drivers.
Bluegrass Crime Stoppers revisits 1998 Lexington homicide
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Bluegrass Crime Stoppers is highlighting a decades-old case as its Crime of the Week. On Saturday, Nov. 7, 1998, Lexington police responded to 121 Malibu Drive to assist firefighters at a structure fire. I…
Retired Kentucky couple wins $225K with special numbers: 'Hot dang, we won!'
“Since I’m the one who buys the tickets, I might buy him four new tires,” the wife joked.
Judge sentences men convicted in Crystal Rogers murder case
BARDSTOWN, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A Nelson County judge has formally sentenced two men convicted in the death of Bardstown mother of five, Crystal Rogers. According to ABC Affiliate WHAS 11, Judge Charles Simms sentenced Brooks Houck to l…
Lexington shooting suspect named Crime Stoppers Wanted Person of the Week
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Bluegrass Crime Stoppers has named Jonathan Streete their Wanted Person of the Week, as police continue searching for him in connection to a downtown Lexington shooting. According to the Lexington Police…
Federal Reserve cuts key rate by quarter-point and signals two more cuts this year
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate by a quarter-point Wednesday and projected it would do so twice more this year as concern grows at the central bank about the health of the nation’s labor market. The move is…
Kentucky Medicaid errors lead to nearly $1 billion in taxpayer money wasted
“This exam uncovered about $800 million of taxpayer dollars erroneously paid without benefiting Medicaid recipients.” Ball said.
Laurel County deputies search for robbery suspect
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect connected to a late-night robbery. Deputies say the suspect was caught on camera before allegedly stealing i…
UPDATE: Dump truck overturns, shuts down Iron Works Pike in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A dump truck crash shut down Iron Works Pike on Wednesday morning, sending one person to the hospital and leaving gravel scattered across the roadway. Lexington police say it happened just before 8:30 a.m…
Gov. Beshear condemns political violence after Charlie Kirk shooting
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Governor Andy Beshear is speaking out following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, urging leaders across the country to denounce violence without political spin. Beshear said leader…
Joel Willett, former CIA officer, launches Democratic campaign for U.S. Senate in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A former CIA officer and military veteran is entering Kentucky’s high-profile U.S. Senate race. Joel Willett, 41, officially announced his Democratic campaign Wednesday, pointing to the Trump administrat…
Leggett & Platt to close Georgetown plant, eliminate 100 jobs by early 2026
Leggett & Platt announced it will permanently close its Georgetown Adjustable Bed operation, eliminating around 100 employees at the facility by the end of the first quarter of 2026.
Road rage leads Lexington man to reportedly point gun at car with 3 kids inside
A Lexington man is accused of pointing a gun at a vehicle with three children in the car during a reported road rage incident in August.
London councilmember, his ex-girlfriend enter not guilty pleas in assault case
London councilmember, Justin Young and Crystal Hoskins were back in court where both entered not guilty pleas to the charges each is facing after both levied accusations against one another.
Ohio inmate on the loose in Kentucky was accused in failed murder-or-hire scheme
The search for an escaped inmate out of Ohio continues in bordering Kentucky counties.
Multiple agencies investigating 2 McCreary Co. businesses for alleged illegal sales
The McCreary Journal posted that the McCreary County Sheriff's Department, along with other law enforcement agencies, is investigating two local businesses for allegedly selling items illegally.
3 Kentucky deputies recognized for saving woman from falling off bridge
Three Montgomery County Sheriff Deputies were recognized and received the "Deputy's Medal" for saving a woman from falling off a bridge into traffic, according to a Facebook post.
Manhunt underway for escaped Ohio inmate in Kentucky
MASON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The search continues today for Jerry Cooper, one of two inmates who escaped from the Brown County Detention Center in Ohio. Authorities say Roy Butler, the second escapee, was captured in Mason County.…
Escaped inmate now expected to be in Kentucky
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Prestonsburg High placed on brief lockdown after reported threat
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Prestonsburg High School was briefly placed on lockdown Tuesday after a student allegedly made threats about having a gun on campus. According to police, a school resource officer was alerted that a ma…
Prestonsburg High placed briefly on lockdown
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London councilmember and ex-girlfriend due in court
LONDON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A London City Council member and his former girlfriend are both in court Wednesday on domestic violence charges. Justin Young, 49, was arrested Monday after his former girlfriend, Crystal Hoskins, accused hi…
London councilmember and ex-girlfriend are due in court
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Two new emergency sirens added in Lexington
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Two hikers rescued near Courthouse Rock in Powell County
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University of Kentucky marking Constitution Day with campus events
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The University of Kentucky is celebrating Constitution Day on Wednesday with events highlighting the nation’s founding document. Faculty, staff, and students will gather on the steps of the Rosenberg Law…
UK hosting events for Constitution Day
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Louder Than Life festival bringing shuttle service, big crowds to Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Thousands of music fans are expected to descend on Louisville this weekend for the Louder Than Life Music Festival. To ease congestion around the Highlands Festival Grounds, organizers announced a downto…
Louisville prepares to welcome Louder Than Life
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Individual allegedly threatened store clerk, customers while robbing London store
LCSO said in a release that, at 11:22 p.m., a person of interest entered a store and threatened the store clerk and customers while stealing items from the store.
Perry County Schools addresses employee social media controversy amid false meeting claims
The Perry County Board of Education is addressing recent controversy surrounding an employee's social media post about the death of public figure Charlie Kirk.
Traffic Alert: Dump truck overturns, shuts down major road for “several” hours
UPDATE: Motorists can expect Iron Works Pike between Russell Cave Rd and Mt Horeb Pike to be shut down for several hours. LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A section of Iron Works Pike is shut down in both directions after a dump truck ov…
Traffic Alert: Dump truck overturns, shuts down major road for hours
UPDATE: Motorists can expect Iron Works Pike between Russell Cave Rd and Mt Horeb Pike to be shut down for several hours. LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A section of Iron Works Pike is shut down in both directions after a dump truck ov…
Traffic Alert: Dump truck overturns, shuts down major road
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A section of Iron Works Pike is shut down in both directions after a dump truck overturned, spilling a large amount of gravel across the roadway. According to LexWrecks, the closure is between Russell Cav…
Dump truck overturns, shuts down major road
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A section of Iron Works Pike is shut down in both directions after a dump truck overturned, spilling a large amount of gravel across the roadway. According to LexWrecks, the closure is between Russell Cav…
Iron Works Pike reopened after overturned dump truck closes roadway
The roadway between Russell Cave Road and Mt. Horeb Pike near Iron Works Pike in Lexington, KY is currently closed in both directions due to an overturned dump truck and spilled gravel.
Section of Iron Works Pike closes due to overturned dump truck
The roadway between Russell Cave Road and Mt. Horeb Pike near Iron Works Pike in Lexington, KY is currently closed in both directions due to an overturned dump truck and spilled gravel.
Man now facing murder charge after July fight turns deadly in Pike County
During the fight, the man claimed his gun accidentally fired, injuring Mounts, who later died, according to Kentucky State Police.
Lexington shelter seeks help after two starving dogs rescued in Manchester area
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A Lexington animal shelter is asking for help after taking in two dogs found in dire condition over the weekend. According to Paws 4 the Cause, a good Samaritan rescued a doodle and a puppy after spotting…
More than a stop sign: Clark County crossing guard keeping students safe
Whether they walk, get taken to school by their parents, or ride the bus, Clark County students are greeted by a friendly face.
Kentucky weather today: Staying dry as clouds mix with sun
Much of the same can be expected on Wednesday, with a mix of sun and clouds. High temperatures are back in the mid to upper 80s for most.
FCPS board approves independent investigation into district spending
"I think the only way to bring back trust of people in this community is going to be to actually show them what happened."
FCPS travel expenses called 'jaw-dropping' amid district budget crisis
Sen. Lindsey Tichenor pressed the superintendent on the district's credit card statements, calling its travel expenses “jaw-dropping.”
FCPS school board looks at forensic audit to address budget shortfall
The Fayette County School Board unanimously voted to authorize a second external audit during a special meeting on Tuesday, as the district still faces a $16 million budget shortfall.
In Search of Some Much-Needed Rain
Good Wednesday, everyone. We’ve made it to the middle of the week with more of the same in terms of the weather. Much warmer than normal temps keep on keeping on with rain chances seemingly always several days away. Since the weather is so…
UK to host 3rd annual Be Healthy Bash Saturday
The University of Kentucky is hosting its 3rd annual Be Healthy Bash Saturday – and everyone is invited to the free event.
UK to host 3rd annual Be Health Bash Saturday
The University of Kentucky is hosting its 3rd annual Be Healthy Bash Saturday – and everyone is invited to the free event.