Kentucky homeowners urged to prepare for severe spring weather
It's Severe Weather Awareness Week in Kentucky, and as we round the corner into spring—a time of year often filled with dangerous storms—officials are advising homeowners to prepare now.
Lexington, KY news for Mar 2, 2026
48 stories gathered from local outlets, traffic updates, and public safety coverage.
Sister of woman killed in Lincoln County fire demands answers more than a year later
More than a year after a camper fire killed a 37-year-old mother in Lincoln County, her sister says she still does not have the answers she deserves — and has taken it upon herself to find them.
Laurel County community gathers to stand up to bullying, one truck at a time
After a video of a bullying incident at North Laurel High School surfaced late last week, community members decided to take a stand against bullying.
Rounds of Storms Ahead
Good evening, everyone. Milder air is surging in from the south tonight, setting us up with a pattern more typical of late April and early May than early March. Near record highs and rounds of storms will be the rule for a while. As a warm…
KU customers experiencing adjusted rate increase, refunds on the way because of recent settlement
Some Kentucky residents can expect changes on their electric bills this year after state regulators approved a revised rate increase for Kentucky Utilities, which serves more than 585,000 customers across 77 counties.
UK professor: 'I don't think anyone knows how long this war (with Iran) is going to last'
A University of Kentucky professor says projecting a timeline for the U.S. war with Iran is difficult due to a lack of specific objectives.
Olympic champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and her dad launch campaign to raise awareness of HCM
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has won four Olympic gold medals and countless races on the track at the University of Kentucky, but she says she may be saving her best effort for off the track.
UK professor: "I don't think anyone knows how long this war (with Iran) is going to last"
A University of Kentucky professor says projecting a timeline for the U.S. war with Iran is difficult due to a lack of specific objectives.
1 adult, 4 children displaced after fire at Lexington home
Five people were displaced after an afternoon fire at a home in Lexington.
Washington County student hospitalized after taking 'substance' peer allegedly gave them
School officials are urging families and the community to educate their children about the dangers of illegal substances and the importance of never accepting anything from others without parental knowledge.
Clowder of 53 cats, kittens surrendered from single Lexington home
Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control said 53 cats and kittens were surrendered from a single home in Lexington.
Clowder of 53 cats, kittens surrenderd from single Lexington home
Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control said 53 cats and kittens were surrendered from a single home in Lexington.
Traffic stop in Mount Sterling allegedly leads to fentanyl bust
Authorities reportedly arrested someone after a report that someone was transporting large quantities of drugs to Montgomery County.
AAA warns of rising gas prices at the pump as oil prices surge amid overseas tensions
Rising oil prices driven by overseas tensions are already starting to affect what drivers pay at the pump, according to AAA.
Pulaski County mom enters national fitness competition
Every day at 4:30 a.m., Callie Thompson is already at Method: A Sweat Studio in Pulaski County, blocking out the outside world
Kentucky lawmaker proposes data center regulations to keep energy costs from climbing
Anxieties are growing over how artificial intelligence could jack up Kentucky energy bills. A Kentucky lawmaker is hoping to get ahead of data center development with some extra regulation.
Injury collision impacts traffic at Richmond Road and North Locust Hill Dr.
Lexwrecks is reporting that all inbound lanes are blocked at Richmond Road and North Locust Hill Drive due to an injury collision Monday.
1 adult, 4 kids displaced overnight after garage fire on Kearney Ridge Blvd.
The Lexington Fire Department reported that a home fire on Kearney Ridge Boulevard Monday has left one adult and four kids displaced for the night.
Bill filed to strengthen Kentucky’s Amber Alert system
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A new bill filed in the Kentucky Senate aims to strengthen how the state responds when a child is abducted or reported missing and endangered. State Sen. Brandon Storm, R-London, has introduced Senate Bill…
Community rallies behind Laurel County student being bullied: School district investigating
Laurel County school officials are investigating a video from a high school boys' bathroom that has caused community outrage. The incident has sparked a local anti-bullying movement, with London Mayor Randall Weddle advocating for a city b…
Fire damages garage of townhouse on Kearney Ridge Boulevard
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Firefighters responded to a townhouse fire Monday afternoon on Kearney Ridge Boulevard, near Masterson Station Park and Georgetown Road. According to the Lexington Fire Department, crews arrived around 2 p…
Judge shuts down “Your Hometown Heroes” veterans group, orders $421,000 judgment for contempt
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Franklin County judge has permanently shut down a group that claimed to be made up of veterans and solicited donations across Kentucky, entering a $421,000 judgment against the organization for failing t…
Kentucky judge asks House committee to dismiss impeachment petition, calling it 'fatally flawed'
A Fayette County circuit judge is asking the Kentucky House Impeachment Committee to dismiss a petition seeking her removal from the bench, arguing the petition is legally deficient.
Report: Kentucky-born musician Sturgill Simpson drops new album early on YouTube
Kentucky-born musician Sturgill Simpson's latest record as Johnny Blue Skies, Mutiny After Midnight, has arrived two weeks ahead of its scheduled March 13 release date.
Gov. Andy Beshear urges preparedness as Severe Weather Week begins in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As Severe Weather Week gets underway, Gov. Andy Beshear says Kentucky has endured 15 federally declared weather disasters during his time in office, each bringing unique challenges to communities across th…
Severe weather week underway
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Kentucky bill would strengthen Amber Alert system, speed up missing child notifications
A Kentucky lawmaker has filed legislation to strengthen the state's Amber Alert system and improve how the public is notified when a child is abducted or reported missing and endangered.
Lexington police investigating after man arrives at hospital with gunshot wound
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Police are investigating after a man arrived at a local hospital early Sunday morning with a gunshot wound. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were sent just before 3 a.m. to the hospit…
A man in Lexington treated for non-life threatening gunshot wound
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Warning issued in Berea following prowling incident
BEREA, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Berea Police Department is reminding residents to secure their vehicles and belongings following a prowling incident over the weekend in the Brooklyn Boulevard area. Police say a man was observed prowling…
A warning issued in Berea following prowling incident
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Kentucky State Police highlight Consumer Protection Week, promote Team Kentucky Stop Scams initiative
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police is reminding residents that Consumer Protection Week runs March 1 through March 7. State police are supporting Team Kentucky Stop Scams, an initiative focused on helping families reco…
KSP reminder that it is Consumer Protection Week
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Lexington to celebrate grand reopening of renovated Dunbar Community Center
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington city leaders will celebrate the reopening of a newly renovated Dunbar Community Center on Monday afternoon. Mayor Linda Gorton, along with council members and city staff, will host a grand reopen…
Dunbar Community Center grand re-opening
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GoFundMe launched for Perry Central High School sophomore killed in ATV accident
HAZARD, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Perry County Central High School student who was killed in an ATV accident Saturday night is being remembered for her bright smile, love of sports and the impact she made on her community. Family members ha…
Laurel County Sheriff's Office seeks help locating wanted suspect after traffic stop
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help locating a suspect who allegedly fled on foot during a traffic stop in southern Laurel County.
Investigation underway in Lawrenceburg after man found dead in home
A death investigation is underway in Lawrenceburg, according to authorities in Anderson County.
Death investigation underway in Lawrenceburg after man found dead in home
A death investigation is underway in Lawrenceburg, according to authorities in Anderson County.
Death investigation underway in Lawrenceburg, police say
A death investigation is underway in Lawrenceburg, according to authorities in Anderson County.
School leaders announce passing of Adair County 4th grader
District leaders with Adair County Public Schools announced the passing of a fourth-grade student on Sunday.
Laurel County deputies searching for wanted suspect after traffic stop
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Officials in Laurel County are asking for the public’s help in locating a wanted suspect following a traffic stop Tuesday night. The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office says around 7 p.m., a deputy attempte…
Monticello man dies after motorcycle crash on KY-90 in Wayne County
MONTICELLO, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – One person has died following a motorcycle crash Saturday afternoon in Wayne County. Kentucky State Police say troopers were called around 1:40 p.m. to a crash on KY-90 near Hall Road in Monticello. Accor…
53 cats surrendered to Lexington Animal Care; officials urge spay and neuter
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Dozens of cats are now in the care of Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control after being surrendered earlier this week. According to a post on the agency’s Facebook page, 53 cats and kittens were turned o…
London man wanted after allegedly leaving car during traffic stop
Deputies with the Laurel County Sheriff's Office are searching for a man who allegedly ran away from a traffic stop on Sunday night.
Monticello man killed in motorcycle crash
A Monticello man was killed in a Saturday afternoon crash after allegedly hitting the rear of a van, according to the Kentucky State Police (KSP).
Quick-Hitting Shot of Winter Before Spring Flexes
Good Monday to one and all. We have a quick hitting blast of winter weather starting the day across parts of the state. Once this blows through, a major blast of spring surges in with warm temps and the increasing threat for heavy rain and…