Health Department: 11 cases of whooping cough in several Fayette County schools

The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department reports 11 confirmed cases of whooping cough, or pertussis, in Fayette County since Oct. 3.

Health Department: 5 cases of whooping cough in several Fayette County schools

The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department announced five cases of whooping cough have occured in four Fayette County schools since early October.

Senate is poised to take the first steps to end 40-day shutdown

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate is voting on the first steps to end the 40-day government shutdown Sunday after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, angering many in their ca…

Millers Creek fire crew members say goodbye to one of their own

Millers Creek Fire Rescue (MCFR) received a call Sunday morning from one of their own who died while under their care.

Delays to continue for Estill, Madison County drivers amid bridge construction

Drivers should expect more delays on KY 52 at the Estill-Madison county line on Wednesday and Thursday as beam replacement construction for the Drowning Creek bridge continues.

Kentuckians pay final respects to former Gov. Martha Layne Collins, reflect on her legacy

For many, this goodbye felt more like a thank you to the former teacher who showed an entire state, and even the country, what was possible.

Our First Blast of Winter Moves In

Good evening, everyone. I wanted to drop by for a quick update as the first round of snow showers and flurries move through the region. This will be followed by brutal wind chills and heavier rounds of snow showers and snow squalls on Mond…

Kentucky honors former Governor Martha Layne Collins at funeral in Frankfort

FRANKFORT, KY. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Friends, family, and state leaders gathered in Frankfort Sunday to honor former Governor Martha Layne Collins, who passed away last Saturday at the age of 88. Collins, a teacher and lifelong Democrat, made…

All 14 victims identified in deadly UPS plane crash near Louisville airport

LOUISVILLE, KY. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg has confirmed that all victims of the UPS cargo plane crash near the airport have now been located. In a post on X, Greenberg said that 13 victims recovered at the crash s…

Lexington group against gun violence lays out new plans in response to recent shootings

The group posted on social media just before 7 p.m. on Nov. 9 that short-term efforts would be carried out to keep one another safe, while some systemic barriers to the overall quality of life for community members need to be addressed.

Addictive kratom byproduct could become a Schedule I drug in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) — Gov. Andy Beshear's administration is taking steps to classify a form of kratom, a popular legal stimulant known to possess opioid-like qualities in low doses, as a Schedule I narcotic. According to a press releas…

Kentuckians remember Martha Layne Collins, Kentucky's first and only female governor

The frigid temperatures couldn't keep mourners away from paying their respects to Kentucky's first female governor.

1 injured in Lexington neighborhood stabbing

Officers with the Lexington Police Department are investigating a report of a person who was hurt in a stabbing early Sunday morning.

Missing teen found following Golden Alert

The Boone County Sheriff's Office has announced that a teenager at the center of a recent Golden Alert has been found.

Golden Alert issued for missing 13-year-old in Boone County

The Boone County Sheriff's Office has issued a Golden Alert for a missing teenager. 13-year-old George Kieffer from Union left his home on Grindstone Court to stay at a friend's house.

Old Man Winter Surges Into Kentucky

Good afternoon, everyone. An early-season winter blast is sweeping into Kentucky, delivering not just our first snowflakes but also the season’s first light accumulations. Bitterly cold early November wind chills will also flex on us over…

Motorcycle chase ends with drug arrest in Nelson County

A high-speed motorcycle chase through Nelson and Marion counties Saturday night ended with the arrest of a man on multiple charges, including drug trafficking.

Blue Grass Airport could see “trickle down” impact amid FAA flight cuts

Reductions in flights by the Federal Aviation Administration could cause a domino effect at smaller operations, like Lexington’s Blue Grass Airport. It services some of those larger airports on connecting flights.

One injured in early morning stabbing on Ryan Circle in Lexington

One person is recovering after police say they were stabbed early Sunday morning. The investigation is ongoing.

Early morning stabbing on Ryan Circle in Lexington

One person is recovering after police say they were stabbed early Sunday morning. The investigation is ongoing.

Snow and Arctic Cold Arrive Late Today

Good Sunday, everyone. Old Man Winter is announcing his presence with authority around here and across the eastern half of the country. This is a heart of wintertime setup that’s bringing accumulating snows and arctic air for the next few…

Kentucky football gets second straight win with 38-7 victory over Florida

The Kentucky Wildcats put together one of their most dominant performances of the season with a 38-7 win over the Florida Gators.