9-year-old girl last seen in Florence found dead
HAVE YOU SEEN HER? Kentucky State Police said Jenny Dim was last seen on Macintosh Lane around 5 p.m. on March 13.
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Ian Alert issued for missing 9-year-old girl in Florence
HAVE YOU SEEN HER? Kentucky State Police said Jenny Dim was last seen on Macintosh Lane around 5 p.m. on March 13.
Missing 9-year-old Kentucky girl with autism found dead after extensive search, KSP reported
An IAN alert has been issued for a missing 9-year-old last seen on MacIntosh Lane in Florence on Friday afternoon.
Missing 9-year-old Kentucky girl with autism found dead, KSP reported
An IAN alert has been issued for a missing 9-year-old last seen on MacIntosh Lane in Florence on Friday afternoon.
Search and rescue efforts continue for missing 9-year-old last seen in Florence
An IAN alert has been issued for a missing 9-year-old last seen on MacIntosh Lane in Florence on Friday afternoon.
Search and rescue continues for missing 9-year-old last seen in Florence
An IAN alert has been issued for a missing 9-year-old last seen on MacIntosh Lane in Florence on Friday afternoon.
IAN alert issued for missing 9-year-old last seen in Florence
An IAN alert has been issued for a missing 9-year-old last seen on MacIntosh Lane in Florence on Friday afternoon.
Man found guilty after overcrowding over 30 animals on trailers in high summer temps
Man found guilty after One man has been found guilty in connection to a 2025 incident where he left a horse trailer "full of animals" in a Lexington parking lot during high summer temperatures.
Cave City police patrol vehicle involved in Richmond crash
Kentucky State Police are investigating a crash involving a Cave City police officer in Richmond on Tuesday afternoon.
Garrard County man charged after supplying methamphetamine from California to local area
A Garrard County man is facing charges after police say he received and distributed methamphetamine to the Cartersville and Berea area as part of a larger "methamphetamine pipeline."
YMCA and Swim with a Purpose bring swim safety lessons to Franklin County fourth graders
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — As we approach the summer pool season, officials with the YMCA and Kentucky’s Swim with a Purpose organization are stressing that simply knowing how to swim isn’t always enough. “One of the first things we…
‘It was the worst day of my life’: Mom sues FCPS after son with autism escapes classroom
LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — A Fayette County mother is suing the Fayette County Public Schools district after she says her young son, who is on the autism spectrum and mostly nonverbal, slipped out of his classroom unnoticed and ended up on…
Kentucky bill would increase penalties for financial exploitation of seniors
A Kentucky state representative is sponsoring legislation that would strengthen protections for older adults against financial abuse, increasing penalties for those who exploit senior citizens.
Court records reveal Laken Snelling's roommates were suspicious about her pregnancy
Fayette County Circuit Court records reveal the roommates of a former UK student charged in connection with her newborn son's death had growing suspicions about Laken Snelling before she gave birth.
Bardstown students visit Lebanon National Cemetery to honor 'Silent Heroes'
A Friday field trip for a Bardstown class had a special meeting as the class finished their research on some of our nation’s silent heroes.
A Wild Looking Friday Evening Update
Good evening, everyone. It’s a wicked looking forecast from late this weekend into early next week as we go from severe storms to snow showers and bitterly cold wind chills. That transition happens in just a few hours. The Storm Prediction…
Scott County set to build third storm shelter facility for $165K
SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — A third storm shelter is being added to Scott County, which will be located near the densely populated Sawyier Pointe Mobile Home Park, and it will more than double the number of people who can access a…
'It was the worst day of my life': Mom sues FCPS after son with autism escapes classroom
A mother is suing FCPS after she says her young son, who is on the autism spectrum, slipped out of his classroom unnoticed and ended up on one of Lexington's busiest roads.
Gaming specialist helps young hospital patients heal, find escape
A gaming and technology specialist at Golisano Children's at UK is using video games, virtual reality and adaptive technology to help patients find an escape from the stress of medical treatments.
Fertility vaccine for eastern KY wild horses will cut down on over-foraging, safety and health issues for herd
MAGOFFIN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Once-domesticated horses abandoned on old mining sites in eastern Kentucky have been roaming free for decades, and their growing population is now straining the land, threatening wildlife and causing…
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputy fired, charged with misconduct following KSP investigation
LINCOLN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — A former Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputy is facing charges of first degree official misconduct, tampering with physical evidence, and abuse of public trust following an investigation by Kentucky State…
YMCA and Swim with a Purpose bring swim safety lessons to Franklin Independent fourth graders
As we approach the summer pool season, officials with the YMCA and Kentucky’s Swim with a Purpose organization are stressing that simply knowing how to swim isn’t always enough.
YMCA and Swim with a Purpose bring swim safety lessons to Franklin County fourth graders
As we approach the summer pool season, officials with the YMCA and Kentucky’s Swim with a Purpose organization are stressing that simply knowing how to swim isn’t always enough.
Lincoln County Sheriff's Deputy fired, charged with misconduct following KSP investigation
A now-former Lincoln County Sheriff's Deputy is facing charges of misconduct, tampering with physical evidence, and abuse of public trust following an investigation by KSP, the agency reports.
Gov. Beshear vetoes high-priority GOP education bill for Kentucky
Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed HB 1, a bill that would have diverted funding from public schools and allowed Kentucky to participate in a federal tax credit program supporting private school scholarships.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear vetoes House Bill 1, blocking tax credits for private schools
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has vetoed House Bill 1 of the 2026 Regular Session of the General Assembly in its entirety. Beshear signed the veto on Friday, citing the Kentucky Constitution’s requirement tha…
'Worst moment of my life': Mother speaks out after son escapes Lexington school, sues district
"If we can’t trust that our kids are safe in the schools that we drop them off at in the morning, then we’ve got a problem, and that problem needs to be dealt with."
Kentucky State Police sued for delaying file release in Laurel County wrong-house shooting
The family of Doug Harless, who was killed by London police in 2023, is suing Kentucky State Police for allegedly withholding records related to the case.
Murray mother warns of kratom dangers after son dies after taking substance
MURRAY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Maria Jennings of Murray is speaking out after losing her only child, Brayden, to kratom, a substance often marketed as natural and widely available at gas stations, vape shops and online. Brayden was 23 year…
KSP: Lawrence County man arrested for sexual crimes against children, animals
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Kentucky State Police report that a Lawrence County man was arrested for sexual crimes against children and animals following an investigation. According to KSP, on Thursday afternoon, 26-year-old Ch…
Florida beats Kentucky for the third time this season, 71-63
Florida beats Kentucky for the third time this season, 71-63 as the Wildcats now await their NCAA Tournament fate on Sunday
Estate files lawsuit after deadly Knott County officer-involved shooting
KNOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The estate of Travis Pratt has filed a lawsuit in Knott County Circuit Court following a deadly officer-involved shooting in 2024. The lawsuit names a trooper with Kentucky State Police and a deputy wit…
Family of man shot and killed by police at wrong home sues Kentucky State Police for records
The family of a Kentucky man is suing the Kentucky State Police for records related to his death — and is now asking a court to stop police from transferring those records before they can be released.
Fayette County coroner finds family of man who died in pickup truck after public outreach
LEXINGTON, KY (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Fayette County Coroner’s Office has located relatives of a man who died last month, after a public outreach effort helped identify his next of kin. Thomas Stanley McManus, 66, died Feb. 24 in a pickup t…
Wayne County burglary suspect identified, still at large
James Scott-Davis Gurley is wanted by Wayne County detectives for allegedly breaking into a convenience store and attempting to steal an ATM, as well as other crimes in the region.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear vetoes House Bill 1, blocking tax credits for private schools
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has vetoed House Bill 1 of the 2026 Regular Session of the General Assembly in its entirety.
Missing Kentucky man's remains identified after 16-month investigation
Menifee County authorities have released the identity of the person connected with human remains that were found in late December 2024 and the end of February 2025.
Human remains found in Menifee County identified as man missing since 2022
Human remains found in the Means community of Menifee County have been identified as James "Jimmie" Madison Smallwood of Frenchburg, Kentucky.
Winchester police welcome puppy Gus to serve community as therapy dog
Gus, a 9-month-old Labradoodle, has officially joined the Winchester Police Department as a therapy dog after completing his training at Ultimate Canine in Indiana.
Kentucky man charged with child exploitation, sex crimes against animals
A Lawrence County man was arrested on Thursday for sexual crimes against children as well as animals.
Council talks adding new position to streamline city's development process
Councilmembers heard about a proposed development liaison position. Peer cities have tried something similar.
Lexington police search for driver who abandoned vehicle near church
According to department officials, on March 13, LPD officers tried to serve a warrant in the area of Leestown Road and New Circle Road during a traffic stop when the driver allegedly left the area.
One hospitalized after early morning house fire
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KSP investigating the death of a woman in Floyd County
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Lexington police searching for felony suspect after vehicle flees officers
Lexington police reported that officers attempted to pull over a driver wanted on felony warrants Friday near New Circle Road and Leestown Road.
A Rowan County man arrested on child sexual exploitation charges
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Teen who ran from Corbin foster care may have gone to West Virginia, deputies say
HAVE YOU SEEN HER? Deputies with the Whitley County Sheriff's Office took to social media on Thursday amid an ongoing search for 16-year-old Lesley Maynard. whoseen on Dec. 26, 2025.
1 taken to hospital with 'severe burns' after fire breaks out in Winchester home
One person has been taken to the hospital, and at least one other person has been displaced following an early-morning Winchester house fire.
1 taken to hospital with 'sever burns' after fire breaks out in Winchester home
One person has been taken to the hospital, and at least one other person has been displaced following an early-morning Winchester house fire.
Man killed, woman in critical condition from Wolfe County 2-vehicle crash
An 86-year-old man was killed on Thursday afternoon, and a woman was flown to Lexington in critical condition following a two-vehicle crash at an eastern Kentucky intersection.
St. Patrick’s Day parade, festival return to downtown Lexington
Music, food, drinks, dancing, and family fun will all be part of the festivities during Lexington’s St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival on March 13. Organizers say there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
1 person hospitalized, 2 displaced following early morning Winchester house fire
One person was taken to the hospital following an early morning house fire on Friday on Melbourne Street and Cook Avenue in Winchester.
UK neurology teacher on managing March Madness stress
It takes a lot for a UK fan to miss a game any time of year, but especially during the postseason, even if it means giving up a few hours of sleep and feeling it the next morning.
Spring and Winter Set to Battle
Good Friday to one and all. We’ve made it to the end of the week with a big wind maker rolling through the state. This is the opening act for a much bigger system arriving late Sunday and Monday. This has spring in front of it and full-blo…
League of Women Voters of Kentucky releases data on ICE detainees in KY
The League of Women Voters of Kentucky has released data showing 1,041 people are being held for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Kentucky jails across nine counties, as of Feb. 5.