Smoke plumes from cave entrance in Mount Vernon

The department was dispatched after receiving reports of smoke coming from a railroad tunnel near Climax and South Wilderness Roads.

Tonie Morgan hits game winning three to take down LSU 80-78

Tonie Morgan had the final say, drilling a game-winning three in the closing moments to lift Kentucky to a thrilling 80–78 victory over the Tigers.

ATV crash sends driver to hospital

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — An investigation is underway after an ATV crash north of London left one person seriously injured Thursday evening. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened around 6:43 p.m.…

ATV crash sends driver to hospitak

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — An investigation is underway after an ATV crash north of London left one person seriously injured Thursday evening. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened around 6:43 p.m.…

55-year-old man killed in ATV crash near London on New Year's Day, death investigation underway

One person is with critical injuries following a Thursday evening ATV crash in Laurel County near Callahan Falls.

55-year-old man killed in ATV crash near London on New Year's Day , death investigation underway

One person is with critical injuries following a Thursday evening ATV crash in Laurel County near Callahan Falls.

1 person with critical injuries after ATV crash in Laurel County

One person is with critical injuries following a Thursday evening ATV crash in Laurel County near Callahan Falls.

2 killed, 1 critically hurt in New Year's Day downtown Lexington shooting

The Fayette County Coroner is on the scene of a New Year's Day shooting in downtown Lexington.

3 men shot, 1 dead in New Year's Day downtown Lexington shooting

The Fayette County Coroner is on the scene of a New Year's Day shooting in downtown Lexington.

Coroner on scene of South Broadway shooting

The Fayette County Coroner is on the scene of a New Year's Day shooting in downtown Lexington.

Fayette County Coroner identifies South Broadway shooting victims

A Thursday evening shooting that left three people with gunshot wounds is now under investigation by Lexington Police, and an LEX 18 crew confirmed the coroner is now on scene.

2nd victim dead in shooting on South Broadway Thursday evening, Lexington Clinic releases statement

A Thursday evening shooting that left three people with gunshot wounds is now under investigation by Lexington Police, and an LEX 18 crew confirmed the coroner is now on scene.

2nd victim confirmed dead after shooting on South Broadway Thursday evening

A Thursday evening shooting that left three people with gunshot wounds is now under investigation by Lexington Police, and an LEX 18 crew confirmed the coroner is now on scene.

1 dead, 2 critically injured after Thursday shooting on South Broadway

A Thursday evening shooting that left three people with gunshot wounds is now under investigation by Lexington Police, and an LEX 18 crew confirmed the coroner is now on scene.

1 dead, 2 critically injuries after Thursday shooting on South Broadway

A Thursday evening shooting that left three people with gunshot wounds is now under investigation by Lexington Police, and an LEX 18 crew confirmed the coroner is now on scene.

1 dead, 2 with life-threatening injuries after Thursday evening shooting on South Broadway

A Thursday evening shooting that left three people with gunshot wounds is now under investigation by Lexington Police, and an LEX 18 crew confirmed the coroner is now on scene.

Coroner on scene of South Broadway shooting that left 3 with gunshot wounds

A Thursday evening shooting that left three people with gunshot wounds is now under investigation by Lexington Police, and an LEX 18 crew confirmed the coroner is now on scene.

One dead, two critically injured in South Broadway shooting

UPDATE: 9:15 p.m. LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington police say one person is dead and two others are fighting for their lives following a shooting Thursday evening near South Broadway. According to a release from the Lexington Po…

Police investigating shooting with three victims on South Broadway

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington police are investigating a shooting that left three people injured New Year’s Day evening on South Broadway. According to a post from the Lexington Police Department, officers were called around…

Lexington 'Mrs. Claus' prepares for Christmas 2026 tree donation drive

In an unassuming home in Lexington, Christmas magic is happening year around, thanks to Kathlene Ashcraft.

Sweat, socialize, succeed: The YMCA formula for lasting fitness habits

New year, new goals — and a whole lot of folks ready to make them stick. At the Whitaker Family YMCA, resolutions aren't just written down, they're laced up, stepped into and socialized.

Father of Rockcastle teen found after missing for more than 2 months speaks out

A Kentucky father's two-month nightmare ended Friday when his missing 13-year-old daughter was found safe in Maryland, nearly 500 miles from where she disappeared.

'It was a crushing wave': Valeri Brooks kidnapping, murder case remains unsolved 35 years later

A cold case remains unsolved more than three decades later, and it's a case LEX 18 has followed closely since the 1990s.

Hello, baby! Lexington hospitals announce first births of 2026

Hello, baby! Two Lexington hospitals have announced their first births of the new year, a boy and girl.

Saint Joseph East welcomes Lexington’s first baby of 2026

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington’s first baby of 2026 has arrived. According to a release from Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East, the hospital delivered its first baby of the new year at 1:31 a.m. on Jan. 1. Dalton and Hadle…

Community leader addresses Lexington's fourth consecutive year of declining gun violence

Community leaders and data from ONE Lexington show significant progress in reducing shootings and homicides across the city.

UK quarterback Cutter Boley enters his name into the transfer portal, reports say

University of Kentucky starting quarterback Cutter Boley is entering his name into the transfer portal, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel.

Baptist Health Lexington welcomes first baby of the new year

The hospital announced that the 8-pound 15-ounce bundle of joy arrived around 4:34 a.m. on New Year's Day.

Lexington public safety divers searching Kentucky River in 'potential missing person case,' officials say

A search is underway near the Kelley's Landing area of the Kentucky River in connection with a weeks-long search for a missing person, according to officials with the Lexington Fire Department.

Baptist Health welcomes its first 2026 baby

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Baptist Health is ringing in 2026 with a brand-new arrival. According to a release from Baptist Health Lexington, the health system’s first baby born in 2026 arrived early New Year’s Day. Meeko Ray Haggins…

Lexington welcomes its first baby of 2026 at Baptist Health

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington is ringing in 2026 with a brand-new arrival. According to a release from Baptist Health Lexington, the city’s first baby born in 2026 arrived early New Year’s Day. Meeko Ray Haggins was born at 4…

Campton woman arrested on fetal homicide charge following KSP investigation

WOLFE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police have arrested a Campton woman following an investigation that began at a local medical clinic. According to KSP, troopers with Post 8 were contacted around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec…

Woman accused of fetal homicide in Wolfe County after deputies find infant buried in backyard

A Campton woman has been arrested and charged with fetal homicide after allegedly ordering medication online to carry out an abortion before burying a dead infant in a shallow grave on her property.

Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes

NEW YORK (AP) — Enhanced tax credits that have helped reduce the cost of health insurance for the vast majority of Affordable Care Act enrollees expired overnight, cementing higher health costs for millions of Americans at the start of the…

Crews conduct search along Kentucky River on Old Richmond Road

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Emergency crews are conducting a search along the Kentucky River near Old Richmond Road in Lexington. According to the Lexington Fire Department, crews are using sonar equipment in the water as part of the…

New 911 Emergency Service Fee in effect for Berea

Categories: Featured, GDK, Local News, News

Driver arrested following Lexington hit-and-run crash involving utility pole, police say

A driver has reportedly been arrested after leaving the scene of a crash involving a Lexington utility pole.

Health officials warn of potential measles exposure in northern Kentucky

Health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at two locations in Grant County, Kentucky, after an unvaccinated, out-of-state traveler visited the area.

Health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Ark Encounter, Grant County hotel

GRANT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Health officials in Northern Kentucky are warning the public about a potential measles exposure connected to a popular tourist attraction and a hotel in Grant County. According to the Kentucky Departmen…

Kentucky lawmakers to return to Frankfort for 2026 legislative session

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky lawmakers are set to return to Frankfort next week for the start of the 2026 legislative session. According to state officials, the General Assembly will convene Tuesday, Jan. 6. Renovation work c…

New Kentucky laws take effect with start of the new year

KENTUCKY (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Several new laws are now in effect across Kentucky with the start of the new year, including changes to taxes and new regulations on tobacco, nicotine and THC products. One of the changes comes under House Bill…

$500 reward offered to help identify suspect in Parkway Market burglary

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A $500 reward is now being offered for information leading to the identification and arrest of a suspect accused of burglarizing Parkway Market in Laurel County. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’…

'Potential' measles exposure identified in Grant County, Kentucky health officials say

The Kentucky Department of Public Health took to social media ahead of the new year to warn community members after a potential exposure to measles during the holiday season.

Happy New Year Weather!

Good Thursday and Happy New Year! As we start a new year, let me begin by saying thank you for making 2025 the biggest year yet here on KWC. Traffic on this site has increased from year to year since we first started it nearly 18 years ago…