Attorney discusses temporary restraining order against KSP surrounding Doug Harless shooting in 2024
It has been more than 445 days since a police shooting in Laurel County that shook the entire community.
Lexington, KY news for Mar 17, 2026
44 stories gathered from local outlets, traffic updates, and public safety coverage.
Lexington police investigate shooting on West Sixth Street
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — One person was hurt after a shooting on Tuesday in Lexington. Lexington police said that officers were dispatched around 8:40 p.m. to a home in the 500 block of West Sixth Street for a shooting with a victim. When…
17-year-old faces murder charge after Owensboro shooting death
A 17-year-old has been charged after the death of Jamarious Butler in Owensboro.
Lexington Police investigating Tuesday evening shooting that left one man with injuries
Lexington Police are investigating a Tuesday evening shooting on West Sixth Street that left one man with non-life-threatening injuries.
Pulaski County man pleads guilty to double murder of father, grandfather
A Pulaski County man accused of the 2023 murder of his father and grandfather in Science Hill is set to appear in court on Wednesday to enter a plea, court documents reveal.
Pulaski County man charged in double murder of father, grandfather set to change plea
A Pulaski County man accused of the 2023 murder of his father and grandfather in Science Hill is set to appear in court on Wednesday to enter a plea, court documents reveal.
Man shot in Lexington neighborhood
Lexington police are investigating a Tuesday afternoon shooting.
Political analyst: As May primary approaches, GOP U.S. Senate race is still up for grabs
When it comes to the Republican primary, experts say there is no clear winner at this point in the race.
Lexington Police say warrant scam, AI-driven fraud among biggest threats facing residents
Online scams cost Americans $16.6 billion in 2024, according to the Pew Research Center; Kentucky alone lost $72 million to scams that same year.
Tuesday Evening Update
Good evening, everyone. My time is rather limited, but I wanted to drop by for a quick update on the pattern ahead. We are slowly coming out of the deep freeze over the next few days before temps really take off this weekend. There is a qu…
Police investigate shooting on Cantrill Drive in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Police are investigating a shooting that left one person injured Tuesday evening in Lexington. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were dispatched around 5:30 p.m. on March 17, 2026, to…
Man injured in afternoon shooting on Cantrill Drive in Lexington
One man is with non-life-threatening injuries following an afternoon shooting on Cantrill Drive, Lexington Police report.
Beshear to honor Kentucky soldier, airman who died supporting Operation Epic Fury
Gov. Andy Beshear has announced plans to recognize the sacrifice of a Kentucky soldier and airman who died while supporting Operation Epic Fury.
Plea deal reached in fatal Kentucky shooting of father, grandfather
A 24-year-old man accused of shooting his father and grandfather in November 2023 and fleeing to Indiana has agreed to a plea deal.
Mayor Gorton says ice — not lack of preparation — is to blame for Lexington's chaotic morning commute
Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton is defending the city's response to a winter storm that left roads icy and dangerous Tuesday morning, causing widespread traffic disruptions.
Lexington Irish shop celebrates St. Patrick's Day
There's one corner of Lexington where the luck of the Irish is celebrated all year round. On South Upper Street, Failte Irish Imports turns extra festive for St. Patrick's Day.
Kentucky lawmakers debate SNAP eligibility bill in hope of avoiding millions in extra costs
Kentucky lawmakers are debating how to keep SNAP costs under control after the Trump administration created new requirements on states, which could result in over $100 million in additional costs.
'It's ice': Lexington mayor addresses road conditions, how city responded
"So, you know, I can take criticism. I do appreciate ideas for creative thinking, and I’ve heard none of those," Mayor Linda Gorton said.
Kentucky Women in Business Summit weathers surprise snowstorm for 15th annual gathering
More than 100 business professionals and entrepreneurs gathered Tuesday for the 15th annual Kentucky Women in Business Summit,
Kentucky General Assembly overrides governor's veto of House Bill 1
The General Assembly has overridden the governor's veto of House Bill 1, paving the way for the law to take effect and potentially unlocking hundreds of millions of dollars in funding for students.
Snowfall reignites debate over Lexington’s winter readiness: 'Inexcusable'
A Lexington mayoral candidate said that the city's response to Tuesday's snowfall is once again unacceptable.
EF1 tornado confirmed in 3 Kentucky counties
A tornado has been confirmed as the cause of damage on Sunday in three Kentucky counties.
Golden Alert issued for missing Richmond woman who requires medication
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Authorities in Madison County are asking for the public’s help locating a missing Richmond woman. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has issued a Golden Alert for Amanda King, who was last seen Saturday, M…
Lexington police resume responding to non-injury crashes after handling more than 150 collisions
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department says it has resumed taking reports and responding to non-injury crashes after handling a large number of incidents Tuesday morning. According to police, as of 11:40 a.m. on…
Kentucky State Penitentiary employee accused of inmate affair
A Kentucky State Penitentiary caseworker was arrested and charged with third-degree rape and sodomy after security footage depicted her engaging in sexual relations with an inmate.
Inmate's mother, former officers among 5 charged in Kentucky prison drug case
Investigators noted that the task force worked with KSP to find the source of suspected drug trafficking, money laundering, promoting contraband, and organized criminal activity at the prison.
Kentucky Senate approves Wynter's Law to strengthen state's Amber Alert system
The Kentucky Senate has passed Senate Bill 289, known as Wynter's Law, which aims to clarify activation standards and improve coordination in missing child cases.
Kentucky prison caseworker arrested after alleged sexual encounter with inmate caught on camera
EDDYVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — A caseworker at the Kentucky State Penitentiary has been arrested after security footage allegedly captured her having a sexual encounter with an inmate, according to Kentucky State Police. KSP detailed th…
Lexington police suspend minor crash reports amid high call volume from winter weather
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — The Lexington Police Department is temporarily suspending the taking of reports for minor, non-injury collisions due to high call volume in Fayette County amid the winter weather. The suspension took effec…
Fayette County schools apologizes for late NTI decision: 'Didn’t hit the mark on timing'
High levels of snow coupled with lingering ice on Tuesday morning saw school leaders in Fayette County implement a two-hour delay before choosing to use an NTI day.
FCPS announces NTI Day for Tuesday, March 17 due to weather conditions
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Fayette County Public Schools announced that Tuesday, March 17, will be an NTI Day due to the weather conditions. District Spokesperson Miranda Scully released a statement regarding the decision to us…
Kentucky prison caseworker arrested after alleged sexual encounter with inmate caught on camera
A caseworker at the Kentucky State Penitentiary has been arrested after security footage allegedly captured her having a sexual encounter with an inmate, according to Kentucky State Police.
In a non-injury crash? Lexington police say to self-report it here
"Anyone on the roads should SLOW DOWN and use caution," Lexington police wrote in a March 17 news release.
Lexington Police resumes minor crash reports after high call volume impact from winter weather
The Lexington Police Department is temporarily suspending the taking of reports for minor, non-injury collisions due to high call volume in Fayette County.
Lexington police resumes minor crash reports after high call volume impact from winter weather
The Lexington Police Department is temporarily suspending the taking of reports for minor, non-injury collisions due to high call volume in Fayette County.
Lexington police suspend minor crash reports amid high call volume from winter weather
The Lexington Police Department is temporarily suspending the taking of reports for minor, non-injury collisions due to high call volume in Fayette County.
Green Alert canceled by Corbin police, missing veteran found
A Green Alert was canceled on Tuesday after a missing veteran was found.
Green Alert issued by Corbin police for missing veteran taken to Lexington
A Green Alert was issued on Monday night for a missing veteran who'd reportedly been picked up and taken to Lexington.
Central Kentucky authorities respond to over 200 crashes amid wintry road conditions
Authorities across central Kentucky responded to multiple reports of crashes on major roads on Tuesday, as sub-freezing temperatures caused overnight and morning snow to stick.
Central Kentucky authorities respond to over 100 crashes amid wintry road conditions
Authorities across central Kentucky responded to multiple reports of crashes on major roads on Tuesday, as sub-freezing temperatures caused overnight and morning snow to stick.
Central Kentucky authorities respond to multiple crashes amid wintry road conditions
Authorities across central Kentucky responded to multiple reports of crashes on major roads amid sub-freezing temperatures on Tuesday that caused overnight and morning snow to stick.
Slick roads, snow, sub-freezing cold lead to Kentucky school closings, delays
A brief but hazardous onset of winter weather has led to many school districts across the Bluegrass canceling or delaying class for Tuesday.
KY's Republican candidates for US Senate clash, tout Trump support during first debate
Three Republican candidates vying for Kentucky's U.S. Senate seat faced off in Louisville in their first statewide debate on Monday night.
No Weather Luck of the Irish Today
Good Tuesday and Happy St. Patrick’s Day, everyone. Green is the color of the day, but the white is trying to steal the show. Snow showers and a few snow squalls continue across the region with Old Man Winter bringing in some absolutely fr…