Student's Christmas light display honors late chaplain
A Lexington Catholic High School student has created a Christmas light display that honors the memory of the school's beloved late chaplain while raising funds for underserved students.
Lexington, KY news for Dec 24, 2025
25 stories gathered from local outlets, traffic updates, and public safety coverage.
Kentucky family faces another hospital Christmas after setback in child’s Leukemia battle
Christmas is a magical time for children, but spending it in a hospital can quickly dim that joy. For nearly two years, the Hollingshed family has been adjusting to what they call their “new normal.”
Lexington volunteers serve home-cooked meals to those in need
One community in Lexington is working to make sure neighbors are fed this holiday. Community members are coming together to ensure their neighbors have a home-cooked meal for the holidays.
Knox County man charged with rape, sexual abuse of a minor
A Knox County man has been arrested after being charged with rape and sexual abuse of a minor.
Spirit of giving in the air at Toronto Road Holidays
Holiday decorations on houses and in neighborhoods are a fun tradition for families who put them up. One Lexington house has turned into a local attraction with a special way to give back to families.
Flu cases surge 15% during holidays but peak season still ahead, UK medical experts say
Flu season has been underway for a couple of months, and while many people have already fallen ill, experts at the University of Kentucky warn that peak flu season hasn't arrived yet.
A Christmas Eve Look Ahead
Good evening and Merry Christmas Eve. This deep south Christmas weather rolls on across our part of the world and it will stay pretty darn toasty through the weekend. That’s ahead of an arctic front dropping in and ushering in a major patt…
Man arrested after allegedly shooting at Perry County store
A man has been arrested after allegedly shooting at a store in Perry County.
Three children killed in Christmas Eve fire in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Three children are dead and four other people are hospitalized after a devastating overnight house fire in Jackson County on Christmas Eve. Officials say the Sand Gap Volunteer Fire Department was cal…
Fayette Mall sees crowds of last-minute Christmas Eve shoppers seeking deals
The doors to Fayette Mall opened early on Christmas Eve for those who needed to do that last-minute shopping. And the hallways and stores were all fairly crowded to begin the final push.
Perry County man arrested in connection to Christmas Eve gas station shooting
A 36-year-old Perry County man was arrested Tuesday afternoon after he allegedly fired shots into a gas station early Christmas Eve morning, officials reported.
Crews respond to multi-vehicle collision on Mountain Parkway at mile marker 20
At around 1 p.m. on Wednesday, crews responded to an injury collision on Mountain Parkway at around mile marker 20, according to an official.
Lexington police search for robbery suspect
Anyone with information is asked to call the Lexington Police Department or Bluegrass Crime Stoppers.
South Carolina man arrested for DUI after crash in Laurel County
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A South Carolina man was arrested early Tuesday morning following a non-injury crash on Interstate 75 in Laurel County, according to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff John Root says Deputy A…
Man arrested after reported burglary in progress south of London
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man was arrested early Tuesday morning after deputies responded to a report of a burglary in progress at a business in Laurel County, according to Sheriff John Root. The sheriff’s office says Deputy…
Police warn of rise in financial scams targeting vulnerable residents
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Lexington Police Department is warning the public about an increase in financial scams, particularly those targeting vulnerable populations. Officials remind residents that law enforcement will not ca…
Bluegrass Crime Stoppers searching for wanted Franklin County man
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Bluegrass Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in locating a wanted man with multiple outstanding warrants. According to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers, Norman King is wanted on a warrant for fir…
McKee house fire claims lives of 3 young children
Three adults were also injured in the fire.
Three children killed in Jackson County house fire; investigation ongoing
JACKSON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are investigating a deadly house fire in Jackson County that claimed the lives of three young children and left several others injured. According to Kentucky State Police Post 7…
KSP: 3 children killed in Jackson County house fire Tuesday night
Kentucky State Police report that three children were killed in a house fire on Upper Dry Fork Road in Jackson County on Tuesday, just before midnight.
Suspect accused of hiding meth in Christmas gifts arrested in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Investigators in Jefferson County have arrested a man accused of disguising a large amount of methamphetamine as Christmas presents. According to Jeffersontown Police, 23-year-old Jacob Talamantes w…
Stabbing investigation underway on Versailles Road
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police are also investigating a reported stabbing along Versailles Road following a violent incident in the area Tuesday night. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were called…
Kentucky weather today: Christmas Eve forecast
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will be mild with partly sunny to mostly cloudy skies and a few scattered light showers, while a strong cold front will bring showers and storms on Sunday.
Armed robbery reported at Laurel County gas station
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of robbing a gas station late Tuesday night. The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office says the Marathon Superstation on Barbourville…
Merry Christmas Eve
Good Wednesday and Merry Christmas Eve! It’s one of the mildest Christmas Weeks on record for our region as a few showers join in on the warm weather party. This is ahead of another pattern change as arctic air arrives by late Sunday and M…