Police share tips to protect holiday packages from porch pirates ahead of Christmas

The holiday season brings joy and excitement, but it can also create opportunities for criminals looking to steal packages and gifts.

2 adults, 4 children displaced after fire in Lexington apartment complex

Two adults and four children have been displaced following a fire at a Lexington apartment complex Wednesday night.

Mt. Sterling candy company is home of the Blue Monday bar

Ruth Hunt Candies is a busy place year-round, turning out more than 70 varieties of treats with pride and precision. But there's extra activity on the days before Christmas.

Lexington attorneys plan to take legal action against rehab facility, former employee after sexual assault allegations

Lexington attorneys plan to take legal action against a local rehabilitation facility and its former employee after multiple people have come forward with sexual assault allegations.

Family asks for community's help to make Christmas special for 4-year-old boy battling cancer

LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Four-year-old My’lo Hollingshed has been through more than most children his age. He was diagnosed with leukemia in May 2024, shortly after his third birthday. Since then, My’lo has undergone a bone marrow transpl…

Fayette County sheriff asks for help with it's 7 most wanted

The Fayette County Sheriff's Office released a new most wanted list on Wednesday.

Farmer Bridge Program opens $12B relief for farmers, with deadline this Friday

The USDA is making $12 billion available through the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program — a one-time payment aimed at helping farmers hit by trade disruptions and rising production costs.

Wednesday Evening Look Ahead

Good evening, everyone. We continue to see milder winds kicking in across the region and that wind really increases ahead of a strong cold front arriving Thursday. This unleashes a one and done blast of winter on Friday. Gusty winds with a…

Kentucky tackles $2 billion organized retail theft crisis with new crime unit

Organized retail theft has caused a $2 billion loss in one year in Kentucky, according to Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman.

Police investigating after man assaulted on Daniel Court Wednesday afternoon

Lexington Police are investigating after a man was assaulted on Daniel Court just after 4 p.m. Wednesday afternoon.

Bluegrass Community and Technical College opens Spring 2026 registration

(ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As one semester comes to a close, another is getting underway at Bluegrass Community and Technical College, which has opened registration for the Spring 2026 semester. According to BCTC, newly admitted students should ha…

'Graduating grandma' to receive doctoral degree from UK on Friday

It's never too late to pursue your education - that's the message an 80-year-old woman graduating from the University of Kentucky on Friday wants to share.

City leaders discuss proposal to implement aerial public safety support program

Lexington city leaders are discussing plans to implement an Aerial Public Safety Support Program that would enhance how emergency services respond to calls using drone technology.

Stanton Elementary students to return to Classes in New School Building

STANTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Students at Stanton Elementary School will return from winter break to a brand-new building, marking a major milestone for the school and community. On Tuesday, students and faculty walked out of the old sch…

Police: Injury on Daniel Court not from shooting

Lexington police are investigating after someone was injured on Wednesday near Daniel Court.

Local author shares story behind her first book, inspired by Lexington Humane Society adoption

A local author teamed up with the Lexington Humane Society to share a new story about finding a home. Tara Cooper, the first-time author, adopted her dog Evie last Christmas Eve.

'God's gonna take care of us': Casey County family loses home in fire days before Christmas

A Casey County family is rebuilding their lives after losing their home in a devastating fire just 10 days before Christmas, relying on their faith and community support to get through the tragedy.

Kentucky American Water customers to see bill increase

The rate request was filed May 16, 2025, due to more than $212 million in water treatment and distribution system improvements made since the company’s last rate filing, according to a news release.

Madison County overnight winter shelter faces uncertainty after city denies approval

Madison Home, a shelter in Richmond, Kentucky, is facing potential closure due to fire code issues but has implemented a temporary plan to ensure continuity of care while the legal process moves forward.

Lexington Police investigating assault on Daniel Court

UPDATE (6:00 P.M.): According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were dispatched around 4:15 p.m. to the 2000 block of Daniel Court. When they arrived, they located a male victim with a reported non-life-threatening injury. Polic…

Lexington fire crews respond to shooting call

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The scene is cleared at what appears to have been a shooting call on Daniel Court, in an apartment complex, about a half-mile from Cardinal Valley Elementary School. ABC 36 News Now has reached out to poli…

Lexington police investigate shooting call

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police have just cleared the scene of a shooting call on Daniel Court, in an apartment complex, about a half-mile from Cardinal Valley Elementary School. ABC 36 News Now has reached out to police…

Section of I-64 westbound in Frankfort reopens after multi-vehicle collision

A section of I-64 westbound between Exit 58 and the Kentucky River is currently blocked due to a multi-vehicle collision, Ready Frankfort reports.

Section of I-64 westbound in Frankfort blocked due to multi-vehicle collision

A section of I-64 westbound between Exit 58 and the Kentucky River is currently blocked due to a multi-vehicle collision, Ready Frankfort reports.

Community coat drive exceeds goal as local leader delivers warmth to KY children

Devine Carama faced a good problem Wednesday morning – his U-Haul truck wouldn't close properly because it was packed with too many brand-new winter coats.

Bullitt County officials search for missing teen in foster care

Bullitt County officials are seeking public assistance in locating 16-year-old Isabella "Izzy" Miracle, who was last seen on Dec. 16 in Shepherdsville, Ky.

Publix Maple Walnut Coffee Cake recalled due to incorrect labeling

(ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The James Skinner LLC is conducting a voluntary recall of a single lot of Publix Maple Walnut Coffee Cake after the wrong ingredient label was applied to certain units, creating a potential health risk for people with wa…

Popular downtown Lexington restaurant to close in the new year

Zim's Cafe announced on Tuesday that the end of December would mark the popular downtown spot's final day of business.

3 arrested, 4th suspect sought in Wolfe County arson investigation

Four men were indicted by a grand jury in Wolfe County, KY, on charges of three separate arson cases, with three of them arrested and a fourth man still wanted.

Whitley County women indicted in death of toddler found in swimming pool

Two women have been arrested after indictments by a grand jury in connection with a 16-month-old child's death on the Fourth of July.

Kentucky Blood Center offers movie tickets to boost donations during holiday shortage

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky Blood Center is offering a special incentive this holiday season to encourage blood donations as supplies run critically low across the state. From Dec. 17 through Dec. 31, donors who give blood a…

Kentucky American Water customers to see higher monthly bills after rate increase

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky American Water customers across the state will soon see higher monthly bills after the Kentucky Public Service Commission approved a rate increase for the utility. Under the commission’s order, a…

Two Whitley County women indicted on murder charges in child death case

WHITLEY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two Whitley County women have been indicted on murder and drug-related charges in connection with the July death of a young child, according to newly filed court documents. Indictments returned by a W…

Zim's Café and The Thirsty Fox to close permanently on New Year's Eve

Two popular restaurants located in Lexington's historic Fayette County Courthouse will permanently close at the end of December after seven years in business.

Kentucky unveils new design for spay and neuter specialty license plate

Kentucky's specialty license plate promoting pet spaying and neutering has received its first redesign in more than 20 years, Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell announced Tuesday.

Kentucky-American Water bills to increase starting in January

According to a press release, the Kentucky Public Service Commission approved a rate increase that will add about $13 to the average monthly bill.

Kentucky-American Water bills to increase by $13 monthly starting in January

According to a press release, the Kentucky Public Service Commission approved a rate increase that will add about $13 to the average monthly bill.

Lengths of Love returns in Somerset to support children impacted by parental addiction

A Pulaski County non-profit is working to bring smiles to children impacted by parental addiction this holiday season.

US Highway 27 closed in both directions after crash

STANFORD, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — U.S. Highway 27 is closed in both directions at the intersection of Highway 27 and 698 in Stanford following a crash involving two tractor-trailers. Emergency crews are on the scene working to clear the wr…

Tip from Ohio police leads to fugitive arrest in London

A fugitive with warrants in multiple states was arrested in Laurel County earlier this month thanks to a tip from Ohio police officers.

New details emerge in deadly shooting case at Kentucky State University

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Authorities search for fourth arson suspect

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London Mayor Randall Weddle warns of layoffs due to amended city budget

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – London Mayor Randall Weddle is warning of possible layoffs following the passage of an amended city budget, raising concerns about transparency and the city’s employee pay plan. Weddle made the remarks…

Mayor warns of layoffs due to amended city budget

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Kentucky plumbing business closes suddenly: Employees share their side of the story

Just weeks before the Christmas holiday, employees at a Kentucky plumbing company are looking for a new job.

Stanford intersection reopens after morning crash involving 2 tractor-trailers

By 1:50 p.m. on Wednesday, officials announced that the intersection had reopened in both directions.

Stanford intersection closed after crash involving 2 tractor-trailers

Authorities in Lincoln County are working to investigate and clear the scene of a crash involving two trucks on Wednesday morning.

Strong Storms to Snowflakes Ahead

Good Wednesday to one and all. Milder winds continue to kick in out there today as a weak boundary slides by to our north. The bigger front arrives late Thursday and brings a wild weather ride into town. We go from the threat for strong st…