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MONTICELLO, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam in which callers are falsely claiming to represent the agency and threatening arrest unless money is paid. Sheriff Tim Catron said a loc…
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Two Illinois men have been arrested in Laurel County after authorities say they attempted to kidnap a 17-year-old girl early Saturday. Laurel County Sheriff John Root said deputies were dispatched around 6:07…
Jessamine County Animal Care & Control is investigating after receiving reports of a dog being fatally wounded Saturday morning.
With more than a dozen winter weather-related deaths reported across Kentucky, the family of a man who died while in state custody is speaking out as they search for answers and call for accountability.
Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton released a statement on Saturday evening admitting that the 2025 winter weather plan the city invested $2 million dollars in wasn't enough, and now they'll revise it.
The Franklin County Fire Department had a busy day Friday rescuing a horse stuck on ice.
Good evening, everyone. I wanted to drop by for a quick update on this harsh winter’s evening in the closing hours of January. As we start February, our attention quickly turns to a system bringing snow and a mix in here for Tuesday. Snow…
Two people were arrested in Pulaski County, Kentucky early Saturday morning in connection with a methamphetamine trafficking investigation, after detectives recovered 155 grams of methamphetamine, 31.6 grams of fentanyl, and a loaded .40-c…
First responders in Jessamine County, Kentucky have earned Ice Rescue Training certifications to prepare for dangerous ice rescues and are warning the public to stay off of frozen water due to the risk of hypothermia and danger to rescuers.
Man O'War's Harley Davidson hosted its 15th annual chili cook-off in support of deployed U.S. service members in Lexington on Saturday.
Valerie Ingle has been with Lighthouse Ministries for over 22 years, witnessing firsthand the consistent need for this nonprofit organization across Lexington.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky’s weather-related death toll has risen to 15, Gov. Andy Beshear said Saturday. In a post on social media, Beshear confirmed three additional deaths connected to severe winter weather across the st…
Laurel County deputies arrested two Illinois men early Saturday morning after they were accused of attempting to kidnap a 17-year-old girl from her home.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Funeral arrangements have been announced for a 32-year-old Lexington woman who died from hypothermia following last weekend’s severe winter weather. According to her obituary, Jordyn “JoJo” Daws, a Somerse…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Funeral arrangements have been announced for a 32-year-old Lexington woman who died from hypothermia following last weekend’s severe winter weather. According to her obituary, Jordyn “JoJo” Daws, a Somerse…
SOMERSET, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Two people are in custody following a long-term drug trafficking investigation that uncovered large amounts of methamphetamine and fentanyl, according to Pulaski County Sheriff Bobby Jones. Sheriff’s offici…
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office arrested two men from Illinois in connection to an alleged attempted kidnapping outside of London early Saturday morning.
MOUNT STERLING, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Four people have been arrested in connection with separate drug trafficking investigations involving methamphetamine and fentanyl, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s offici…
A Jeffersonville teenager was arrested Jan. 25 on multiple charges, including assault and arson.
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — An 18-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he assaulted residents, damaged property and set several fires inside a Jeffersonville home. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s…
Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed Saturday morning that two more Kentuckians had died from the winter storm last weekend.
Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed Saturday morning that two more Kentuckians had died from the winter storm last weekend.
Lexington police are investigating a stabbing that occurred Friday night.
The Dessie Scott school in Pine Ridge, KY, was destroyed by a fire, but the students and staff will continue their mission of providing life skills education to boys with disabilities.
Animal control officers at the Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control center are reminiscing about a great dog rescue that occurred last year.
Franklin County firefighters spent part of Friday rescuing a horse trapped in a frozen pond. A Facebook post writes that crews received a call that Shooter, a horse, was trapped in a frozen pond.
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is warning Kentuckians about an ongoing arrest warrant scam that's already impacted one Monticello resident.
Good afternoon, everyone. Heavy snow continues to slowly wind down in the far southeast as the winter storm moves away. Snow showers and squalls are out there for the rest of the region as bitterly cold air keeps rolling. The Winter Storm…
The University of Kentucky was impacted after a winter storm, having to cancel classes as a response to unsafe walking and driving conditions. UK canceled Jan. 26 to Jan. 28 while they worked to clean the campus by plowing the parking lots…
A Montgomery County teen has been arrested and charged with multiple crimes for an incident that occurred on Sunday, Jan. 25.
The Floyd County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a fatal fire that occurred in Harold on Friday night.
Good Saturday, everyone. It’s the final day of January and we are sending the month out on a bitterly cold note. We even have a few snow showers and squalls rolling through the region. ow about the start of February? I’ll take a look into…
This season, Lyon's Hardware has kept prices consistent despite the increased demand. However, that's not the case everywhere.