Lexington mother's eyes swollen shut after son allegedly assaulted her

A Lexington man was arrested Sunday after allegedly assaulting his mother.

67-year-old dies in Lincoln County hunting accident

A man is dead after a hunting accident in Lincoln County.

EF1 tornado confirmed in western Nicholasville

The National Weather Service confirmed an EF1 tornado hit western Nicholasville on Sunday.

EF-1 tornado confirmed in western Nicholasville

The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF-1 tornado in western Nicholasville.

Check your tickets: $100K, 2 $50K Powerball tickets sold in Kentucky

Three big Powerball tickets were sold across Kentucky on Saturday.

Kentucky senior meals funding restored for now, governor warns of 2026 budget-tightening

A state funded senior meals program will continue operations after an outcry in Frankfort.

Winchester murder-suicide suspect had history of domestic violence

A Winchester neighborhood became a crime scene Friday night when police discovered two people dead from an apparent murder-suicide, including a suspect with a documented history of domestic violence.

Humans of UK: Joseph Kaminski cultivates the soul

Inside of the simple white walls of a graduate student apartment, a heavy floral couch finds a quaint home. Alongside it, an oak dining table sits with wedding photos, decorating the nearby walls. Every week, fresh flowers are brought in t…

Lexington needs 500 new shelter beds as homelessness crisis grows, officials say

Lexington faces a growing homelessness crisis as the number of people without shelter continues to rise, compounded by a significant shortage of available beds.

Here We Blow Again

Good evening, everyone. I wanted to drop by for a quick update on the busy pattern ahead. It’s a pattern throwing some frost threats later this week ahead of what may be a monster of a storm for Halloween week. Before we look ahead, let’s…

Global AWS outage effects Canvas access

A global Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage has disrupted access to several University of Kentucky platforms including Canvas, according to a campus-wide email sent on Monday, Oct. 20. The email said AWS is working to resolve the issue and d…

2 parachutists cited after allegedly leaping from Clays Ferry Bridge: 'I broke my leg'

Two people parachuted off the Clays Ferry Bridge Monday afternoon.

2 parachutists charged after allegedly leaping from Clays Ferry Bridge: 'I broke my leg'

Two people parachuted off the Clays Ferry Bridge Monday afternoon.

Lexington police identify people cited in Clays Ferry Bridge parachute incident

Lexington Police report that an investigation is underway after two people parachuted from Clays Ferry Bridge Monday afternoon.

Police: 2 people cited after parachuting from Clays Ferry Bridge Monday afternoon

Lexington Police report that an investigation is underway after two people parachuted from Clays Ferry Bridge Monday afternoon.

2 domestic violence incidents in central Kentucky highlight ongoing crisis during awareness month

Two separate domestic violence incidents in Central Kentucky within days of each other have highlighted the ongoing crisis during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

JCEM director explains why tornado sirens didn't sound during recent EF-1 tornado

The National Weather Service has confirmed that an EF-1 tornado touched down in Nicholasville on Sunday morning.

NWS confirms EF-1 tornado touchdown in Nicholasville on Sunday

The National Weather Service has confirmed that an EF-1 tornado touched down in Nicholasville on Sunday morning.

Chemical spill contained at Vestis facility in Lexington on Versailles Road

Monday around 9:30 a.m., emergency crews responded to a chemical spill at Vestis, a uniform and workplace supply factory located on Versailles Road in Lexington.

Friend seeks justice after woman's death linked to Kentucky man

For months, investigators have been uncovering new details about Brian Epperson, the man law enforcement said is linked to the deaths of three women.

Berea firefighter arrested for alleged rape, sexual abuse

A fireman for the Berea Fire Department was arrested on Saturday on sexual abuse charges.

Police: Men killed in Village Drive shooting on Monday shot each other during disorder

Authorities confirmed to LEX 18 that two men are dead following a reported shooting near Village Drive in Lexington on Monday.

Mountain Parkway shifts westbound traffic near Exit 46 in Wolfe County

Westbound traffic on the Mountain Parkway has been shifted to newly constructed lanes near Exit 46 in Wolfe Co. as crews prepare to begin work where the new section connects to the existing roadway.

University of Kentucky police seek volunteers for campus crisis drill

The University of Kentucky Police Department is recruiting community volunteers to participate in a full-scale crisis training exercise scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 20.

2 men killed in Lexington shooting identified

The Lexington Police Department said officers responded to the shooting around 10:50 a.m. near Village and Cambridge drives.

Lexington shooting leaves two males dead

The Lexington Police Department said officers responded to the shooting around 10:50 a.m. near Village and Cambridge drives.

Green Alert: Missing Lexington veteran last seen in Masterson Station area

On Monday, the Lexington Police Department said 54-year-old Jyronna Dione Parker was last seen on Oct. 17 around 2:25 am in the 2500 block of Maggie Cove.

All inbound lanes of Sir Barton Way reopens after broken down semi-truck stops traffic

All inbound lanes on Winchester Road are closed at Sir Barton Way as crews work to offload a fully loaded trailer from a broken down semi-truck at Patchen Wilkes Drive on Monday.

All inbound lanes of Sir Barton Way reopen after broken down semi-truck

All inbound lanes on Winchester Road are closed at Sir Barton Way as crews work to offload a fully loaded trailer from a broken down semi-truck at Patchen Wilkes Drive on Monday.

All inbound lanes at Sir Barton Way closed due to broken down semi-truck

All inbound lanes on Winchester Road are closed at Sir Barton Way as crews work to offload a fully loaded trailer from a broken down semi-truck at Patchen Wilkes Drive on Monday.

Man arrested after domestic violence incident and barricade situation

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A domestic violence incident in Lexington led to a tense barricade situation and the arrest of a 22-year-old man Sunday night. According to police, officers were called around 5:55 p.m. to a home on Winter…

Domestic violence incident turns into a barricade situation

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“Batman” aims to make campus a safer and more interesting place

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Batman makes campus a safer and more interesting place

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Railbird Festival announces Tyler Childers, Lumineers to perform

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Green Alert issued for missing Lexington veteran Jyronna Parker

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department has issued a Green Alert for a missing veteran. According to police, Jyronna Dione Parker, 54, was last seen around 2:25 a.m. on October 17, 2025, in the 2500 block of Maggi…

‘It’s just so surreal.’ Kernel Media makes history with 59 awards at National College Media Convention

The Kentucky Kernel and KRNL Lifestyle + Fashion brought home 59 national awards this week at the fall College Media Convention. From Oct. 16 -18, Kernel Media attended the convention hosted by the Associated Collegiate Press (ACP) and the…

Help needed to identify 1982 homicide victim found near Kenton County park

In a Facebook post on Monday morning, the department said the unknown white male was found dead on Nov. 4, 1982, along the wood line at the north end of Locust Pike Park.

Pet of the Day on Oct. 20: Mya

Mya is our Pet of the Day on Oct. 20! She is a 3-year-old Domestic Shorthair/Oriental Shorthair mix. She has classic Calico markings and a talkative personality.

Lexington police issue Green Alert for missing veteran

On Monday, the Lexington Police Department has issued a green alert for a missing Lexington veteran, 54-year-old Jyronna Dione Parker.

Two men dead in Lexington shooting, police say

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department is investigating a double homicide after two men were found shot to death Monday morning. According to police, officers were dispatched around 10:50 a.m. to the area of Vill…

Two men dead in Lexington shooting, police investigating

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department is investigating a double homicide after two men were found shot to death Monday morning. According to police, officers were dispatched around 10:50 a.m. to the area of Vill…

Hiker rescued after suffering hip injury

STANTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Powell County Search and Rescue teams had a busy Saturday, responding to a hiker rescue just hours after completing a morning rope training exercise. According to rescue officials, crews were called out arou…

Hiker rescued after suffering a hip injury

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Non-injury accident on Lake Cumberland after a boat strikes an object

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Paving begins on West Maxwell Street

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UK’s Donations for Citations begins Monday

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The University of Kentucky is once again helping students and staff make their parking tickets disappear just in time for Halloween. UK Transportation Services is launching its annual Donations for Citatio…

UK’s Donations for Citations begins today

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UK’s 2025 One Health Symposium underway

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The 2025 One Health Symposium is underway at the Gluck Auditorium in Lexington, bringing together experts from across the country to explore the connection between human, animal, and environmental health.…

UK’s 2025 One Health Symposium is happening today

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One Lexington recognized at Heroes Day at Keeneland

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Coroner identifies men killed in Village Drive shooting in Lexington

Authorities confirmed to LEX 18 that two men are dead following a reported shooting near Village Drive in Lexington on Monday.

Coroner identifies men killed in Cambridge Drive shooting in Lexington

Authorities confirmed to LEX 18 that two men are dead following a reported shooting near Village Drive in Lexington on Monday.

2 men confirmed dead following shooting near Cambridge Drive in Lexington

Authorities confirmed to LEX 18 that two men are dead following a reported shooting near Village Drive in Lexington on Monday.

Tyler Childers and The Lumineers to headline 2026 Railbird Music Festival in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky native Tyler Childers and The Lumineers will headline the 2026 Railbird Music Festival, set for June 6 and 7 at The Infield at Red Mile in Lexington. Organizers say the 2026 lineup will feature mo…

Waynesburg man dies in hunting accident on family property in Lincoln County

A 67-year-old Waynesburg man died Saturday evening after being accidentally shot by a young hunter who reportedly mistook him for a deer on family property.

Man arrested after 'domestic violence incident' leads to barricaded subject call in Lexington

The Lexington Police Department reported that one person was arrested in a "domestic violence incident" on Winter Garden Drive on Sunday night.

Tyler Childers and The Lumineers to headline Railbird Music Festival 2026

Tyler Childers and The Lumineers will headline the 2026 Railbird Music Festival, taking place June 6 and 7 at The Infield at Red Mile in Lexington.

Kenton County police seek help identifying man found dead in 1982

The Kenton County Police Department is asking for the public's help to identify a man whose body was found more than 40 years ago in Northern Kentucky.

Fayette County Coroner identifies woman killed in crash

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) –The Fayette County Coroner’s Office has identified the woman who died in a crash. According to the coroner, 51-year-old Julie Ann Cooper died Sunday night in a crash. Police say it happened around 6:30 p.m.…

Driver killed in two-vehicle crash

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Police search for suspect in early morning hit-and-run

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Berea police searching for woman wanted on rape and sexual abuse charges

BEREA, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Berea police are searching for a woman wanted in connection with the rape and sexual abuse of a minor, according to the department. Police say Samantha Walker is also accused of distributing explicit images. I…

Woman wanted on rape charges

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Mountain Parkway reopens after mud and rockslide in Powell County

SLADE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Mountain Parkway has reopened after a mud and rockslide shut down part of the highway during Sunday’s rain, according to Kentucky State Police. Troopers said the slide happened Sunday morning in the westbo…

Dangerous mud and rockslide damages vehicles

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Lexington police investigate early morning hit-and-run

Lexington police said officers were dispatched at 2:47 a.m. on Oct. 20 to Versailles Road and Village Drive.

Amazon cloud outage disrupts many online services

The first signs of trouble emerged at around 3:11 a.m. Eastern Time

Decades after Lydia Perkins' disappearance, Garrard County family still searches for answers

Lydia was last seen on October 19, 1997, in Lexington’s Cardinal Valley neighborhood, where the family lived at the time. She was just 14 years old.

It’s a Busy Pattern Taking Shape

Good Monday, everyone. Our big weekend storm system has come and gone but it’s just the first in a series of big systems likely over the next few weeks. This pattern is also one likely leading us into a quicker start to winter as we get de…

Fall weather turns destructive as wind gusts split a tree in Jessamine County

Fall weather brings along an isolated wind burst that caused a tree to split, and debris around neighborhood

Fall weather turns destructive

Fall weather brings along an isolated wind burst that caused a tree to split, and debris around neighborhood