Teen killed in afternoon crash on Beechtree Pike in Fleming County
A 19-year-old is dead following an afternoon vehicle collision on Beechtree Pike in Fleming County, the Fleming County Sheriff reports.
Lexington, KY news for Feb 23, 2026
48 stories gathered from local outlets, traffic updates, and public safety coverage.
TikTok's motion to dismiss Kentucky lawsuit denied by judge
Attorney General Russell Coleman announced a Scott County, Kentucky judge has denied TikTok’s motion to dismiss the state's lawsuit against the social media platform.
Man in Louisa allegedly set his motorcycle on fire so no one would steal it
A man has been arrested after allegedly lighting his motorcycle on fire.
Lawmakers resolve language in proposed budget that would have raised insurance costs for state workers
Kentucky state employees and retirees are pushing back against a provision in the General Assembly's proposed state budget that would cap the state's contribution to workers' health insurance plans.
State workers and retirees launch 'Scrap the Cap' campaign against proposed health insurance cost shifts
Kentucky state employees and retirees are pushing back against a provision in the General Assembly's proposed state budget that would cap the state's contribution to workers' health insurance plans.
Sweet Mash: A 'mini department store' in downtown Lawrenceburg
Sweet Mash is a boutique located on Main Street in Lawrenceburg - the owners tell LEX 18 they're in a small town with a big heart.
Monday Evening Look Ahead
Good evening, everyone. Snow showers and squalls continue to push across central and eastern Kentucky, causing slick roads into the overnight. As we look ahead, the pattern shows a lot of up and down pattern to end February and begin March…
Telling a story: local elementary students creating quilts through art grant
The third-grade classes at Stonewall Elementary School are working on a group project – in a way – by creating squares for a class quilt. The students were tasked to tell the story of their own class.
Tristan's law: Madison County family pushes for tougher rules for CDL drivers after teen's death
The family of a 16-year-old killed in a crash on I-75 is working to change Kentucky traffic law, saying CDL drivers must be held to a higher standard.
Planning a Mexico trip? A Lexington travel agent shares what to know amid the ongoing security alert
A Lexington travel agent is offering advice to Americans with upcoming trips to Mexico following a travel security alert urging extreme caution after the weekend killing of a cartel leader.
Team USA's Olympic gold medal hockey win could be a big boost for the sport in central Kentucky
Team USA's stunning overtime victory in the Winter Olympics men's hockey gold medal game in Italy is generating excitement far beyond the ice — including right here in central Kentucky.
Laurel County officials call for federal investigation into wrong-address police shooting
Laurel County officials have requested a federal investigation into the fatal officer-involved shooting of Doug Harless, after a grand jury declined to pursue criminal charges against the officers involved.
London officials call for federal investigation into wrong-address police shooting
London city officials have requested a federal investigation into the fatal officer-involved shooting of Doug Harless, after a grand jury declined to pursue criminal charges against the officers involved.
Kentucky trooper sentenced to 5 years for assault, threats
A Kentucky State Police trooper was sentenced to prison on Monday.
Kentucky wedding guests stranded in Mexico as city descends into chaos: 'Basically under martial law'
A group of Kentuckians vacationing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, are stuck in the city after Mexican security forces killed cartel leader "El Mencho."
Kentucky State Trooper sentenced to 5 years in connection to 2023 assault
Court documents report that Kilbourne "used his police baton to cause physical injury to a man following a 2023 traffic stop," and additionally threatened to kill the man prior to the assault.
Laurel Co. officials request federal investigation into death of Doug Harless after no indictment decision
Laurel County elected officials are calling on federal authorities to investigate the December 2024 death of a Lily, Kentucky, man who was shot and killed by a London police officer.
'Scrap the Cap' campaign launched against possible insurance hike in Kentucky GOP budget
Pressure is increasing in Frankfort for changes to be made to the current House GOP budget.
Boat crash survivor pushes for tougher BUI laws as Kentucky bill moves forward
Even with snow on the ground now, summer boating season will be here before we know it. And as more people head out on Kentucky’s lakes, one survivor says stronger laws are needed to keep people safe on the water.
Lexington seeks emergency contractor after winter storm ice response challenges
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington leaders are looking at new ways to respond faster and more effectively when ice storms hit the city, following the challenges crews faced during Winter Storm Fern. Mayor Linda Gorton announced Mo…
Scam alert: Fake deputy seeks cash in Laurel County
Authorities in Laurel County are warning people about scammers pretending to be with the sheriff's office.
Kentucky Dept. of Corrections employee arrested for shoplifting at Richmond Buc-ee's
A Kentucky Department of Corrections is now facing charges after Richmond Police say he was captured on surveillance cameras stealing two men's button-down shirts from a Buc-ee's store.
Lexington mayor seeks emergency contractor after winter storm left streets iced over for weeks
Mayor Linda Gorton is seeking bids from contractors who can provide emergency snow and ice removal services after Winter Storm Fern paralyzed city streets for nearly two weeks.
More Kentucky children dying to 'preventable' overdoses, new report shows
A new report shows that children across Kentucky have been dying at an increasing rate over the past five years by ingesting lethal opiates like fentanyl, cannabis, methamphetamine, and other drugs.
Man found dead, hanging from building in Versailles, identified by coroner
UPDATE 2/24: The Woodford County Coroner identified the man as 60-year-old Paul Masters of Nicholasville. ORIGINAL STORY: VERSAILLES, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A death investigation is underway in Woodford County after police say a man was fo…
Versailles police investigating death after man found hanging from building; possible burglary attempt, say police
VERSAILLES, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A death investigation is underway in Woodford County after police say a man was found hanging from a building early Monday morning. According to the Versailles Police Department, officers were sent around…
Man charged with having sex with dead deer
MUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Muhlenberg County man is facing charges after police say a witness reported disturbing behavior involving an animal, according to an arrest citation. According to a uniform citation from the Cent…
Judge clears way for Kentucky AG's TikTok lawsuit to proceed
A Scott County judge denied TikTok's motion to dismiss, ruling the company's conduct was subject to Kentucky court jurisdiction.
Paris man accused of sodomy, exploiting children online
The investigation led to a Feb. 20 search at Baker's residence, where equipment allegedly used to facilitate the crime had been seized and taken to KSP's forensic lab for examination.
Western Kentucky man found covered in fur accused of sex crimes with deer carcass
An arrest citation notes that police found him with his pants around his knees.
Man found hanging from Versailles strip mall after apparent burglary attempt
Officials with the Versailles Police Department are investigating the death of a person who was found by a driver hanging upside down from a building.
Driver finds body hanging from Versailles building
Officials with the Versailles Police Department are investigating the death of a person who was found by a driver hanging upside down from a building.
Woodford County coroner identifies man found hanging from building
The Woodford County Coroner's Office has released the name of the man who died after he was found hanging upside down from a building in Versailles on Monday morning.
Man found hanging from building dies after apparent burglary attempt in Versailles
A man found hanging upside down from a building in Versailles reportedly died Monday morning after what investigators believe was a burglary attempt gone wrong.
Man facing theft charges in Danville
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Officials warn of new opioid found in Kentucky
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North Carolina woman reported missing in 2001 found 'alive and well'
Michelle Hundley Smith's husband told investigators in 2001 that she went Christmas shopping but never returned.
No injuries reported after mobile home fire in Ferguson
Firefighters from multiple departments responded to a late-night structure fire in Ferguson after 911 dispatchers received several calls reporting the sound of an explosion.
Paintsville police: Fentanyl-laced tablets shaped as cartoons found in West Virginia
Initial tests of the tablets reportedly showed that the bright-colored tablets contained fentanyl and MDMA.
Paintsville police warn of fentanyl-laced tablets shaped like cartoon characters
Authorities are alerting the public after 900 multi-colored tablets pressed into the shape of popular cartoon characters were seized in the region.
City offering help to those impacted by Village Drive apartment fire
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The City of Lexington is offering assistance to residents displaced or left without power following Saturday’s apartment fire on Village Drive. According to city officials, the fire broke out Saturday afte…
Paintsville Police warn of fentanyl-laced tablets shaped like cartoon characters
PAINTSVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Police in eastern Kentucky are warning families about a dangerous new trend involving drug tablets designed to look like candy and appeal to children. According to a public safety alert from the Paintsvi…
Multiple districts cancel class due to winter weather
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Multiple injury crashes along I-75 reported by Corbin police
Law enforcement officials in Corbin reported several crashes from Sunday night through Monday morning along I-75, leading to several people being injured and multiple temporary closures.
Police: Covington teen charged with attempted murder after 12-year-old shot, critically injured
A Covington teen has been arrested and charged with attempted murder following a shooting Sunday evening that left a 12-year-old critically injured in northern Kentucky.
Man accused of trying to kill 12-year-old in Covington neighborhood shooting
A man has been accused of trying to kill a 12-year-old who was hospitalized in critical condition in the wake of a Sunday afternoon Covington neighborhood shooting.
School leaders implement closures, delays amid snowfall across Kentucky
Snow fell across the Bluegrass from Sunday into early Monday, creating road hazards in many areas of the state.
A Frigid and Flake-filled Start to the Week
Good Monday, everyone. It’s the last week of February and we are kicking things off with bitterly cold wind chills and some snow showers. This cold will ease in the coming days, but a very active setup looks to be unfolding to end the mont…