Maysville unveils multimillion-dollar religious garden
The historic St. Patrick's Cemetery has a lot of religious statuary among the gravestones. People who have been coming here since the 1850s see many reminders of the basis of their faith.
Lexington, KY news for Mar 18, 2026
51 stories gathered from local outlets, traffic updates, and public safety coverage.
Lexington public works commissioner stepping down following city’s winter storm response
Lexington Commissioner of Environmental Quality and Public Works Nancy Albright will resign at the end of March, according to Mayor Linda Gorton.
'Nice to help': College students across the state choose to give back this Spring Break
While most college students are relaxing or heading to the beach this spring break, a group of volunteers chose to spend their week differently by giving back and working in Eastern Kentucky.
Woodford County receives $12 million to buy out flood-damaged homes along the Kentucky River
Woodford County has received $12 million in federal funding to buy out flood-damaged properties in the Clifton and Buck Run areas, with plans to convert the land into greenspace.
Bill to protect teachers from physical harm advances in Kentucky Senate
The Kentucky Senate has advanced a bill that would require school boards to expel students for at least 12 months who intentionally physically harm teachers and school staff.
Kentuckians lose $3.15M to government impersonation scams
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning Kentuckians about an uptick in law enforcement and government scams.
Kentucky State Police investigating juvenile death in Barren County collision
BARREN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Kentucky State Police is investigating a recent fatality of a juvenile linked to a car accident that occurred earlier this month, according to a press release. According to the release, around 5 p.m. F…
'Absolutely devastating': Dessie Scott School cleared to rebuild after January fire
The Dessie Scott School — a century-old building serving boys ages 12 to 21 with autism and developmental delays — was destroyed by fire on Jan. 29, and now, demolition and rebuilding can begin.
The piano doctor is making house calls across the US to keep a dying craft alive
A traveling piano tuner is bringing his skills to underserved communities as the number of piano tuners in the United States continues to shrink.
Local students write, illustrate children's book on agriculture
Eighth grader Ayla Tolentino recently won a contest from the KY Department of Agriculture to author the book.
Fritz Farm expansion: $14.1 million project to add 3 buildings, 30,000 square feet
The project will add three new buildings and more than 30,000 square feet of space for shopping, dining, and lifestyle brands at the southeast corner of the development.
Local students author, illustrate children's book on agriculture
Eighth grader Ayla Tolentino recently won a contest from the KY Department of Agriculture to author the book.
TSA workers at Blue Grass Airport keep showing up despite missed paychecks
Lauren Simmerman, Community Relations Manager at Blue Grass Airport, said the airport has not experienced the long security lines seen at airports across the country.
Candidates push back after Lexington ice storm response: 'Where was the plan?'
A day after snow and ice created dangerous road conditions across Lexington, leading to more than 150 crashes, questions are growing about how the city responded.
Kentucky State Police investigating juvenile death in Barren County collision
Kentucky State Police is investigating a recent fatality of a juvenile linked to a car accident that occurred earlier this month, according to a press release.
Lexington Mayor Announces Changes to Snow Response Leadership After Winter Storm Criticism
LEXINGTON, KY (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Linda Gorton says changes are coming to Lexington’s snow response plan following public frustration over the city’s handling of recent winter storms. During a press conference Tuesday afternoon, the mayor a…
Mayor makes leadership changes, council questions winter storm response
Gorton announced that she had accepted the resignation of Nancy Albright, Lexington's Commissioner of Environmental Quality and Public Works.
Kentucky Democrats unveil housing proposal
Kentucky is short nearly 200,000 homes to meet the needs of a growing state, according to the Kentucky Housing Corporation.
Kentucky pharmacist loses license after error hospitalized 3 children
A Kentucky pharmacy was put on probation on Tuesday after an investigation found that medication errors sent three children to the hospital.
Woman's body found in Ohio River month after her car crashed in northern Kentucky
The Greenup County coroner identified Keely Shuler's, 32, body, who was in the Ohio River for over a month after she crashed her car into the river.
Former Lexington firefighter accused of abandoning more home renovations worth over $220K
Jeremiah Littrell, a former Lexington firefighter, is accused of failing to complete a home remodel job and faces additional theft charges after more victims come forward.
Police look to solve Lexington ATM theft
Someone stole an ATM from a Lexington parking lot on March 9. They used a stolen black F-250 with heavy chains attached.
Nancy Albright resigns amid criticism of Lexington's snow storm response,
Nancy Albright, Lexington's Commissioner of Environmental Quality and Public Works, has announced her resignation amid criticism of Lexington's snow storm response, effective March 31.
Nancy Albright resigns amid criticism of Lexington's snow storm response
Nancy Albright, Lexington's Commissioner of Environmental Quality and Public Works, has announced her resignation amid criticism of Lexington's snow storm response, effective March 31.
Police: 12 juveniles face charges after fight at City County Park in Nicholasville
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — The Nicholasville Police Department reported that 12 juveniles are facing criminal charges after a physical altercation at City County Park in Nicholasville was captured on video. Nicholasville police…
Bluegrass Crime Stoppers: Lexington police searching for two wanted suspects
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating two wanted suspects as part of the latest Bluegrass Crime Stoppers alert. Police are searching for Michael Johnson, who is wanted on…
Bluegrass Crime Stoppers: Police searching for suspects in Lexington ATM theft on Tates Creek Road
Courtesy: Bluegrass Crime Stoppers LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Police are asking for the public’s help identifying suspects involved in an ATM theft in Lexington. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were dispatched…
Bowling Green woman allegedly stole $42K from secondhand store where she worked
A woman in Bowling Green has been charged with theft by deception for allegedly falsifying tens of thousands of dollars in sales for clothing items at Plato's Closet, where she'd worked since 2024.
Lexington high school mourns loss of junior, holds mass in his honor
Lexington Catholic High School is mourning the loss of junior Eli Sloan, who died on March 17.
Forensic pathologists dispute decades-old autopsy in Richmond Baby Jane Doe case
Counsel for a Virginia woman who authorities say left her newborn baby to die in a Kentucky landfill plans to present new evidence arguing for her release.
Woodford County family raising funds for diabetic alert dog for 8-year-old girl
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Woodford County family is working to bring added safety to their young daughter who lives with a serious medical condition. Eight-year-old Atlas Redwine has Type 1 diabetes, a condition that requires con…
12 banned from Nicholasville park by police for 'gross display'
A dozen juveniles have reportedly been banned for a year from attending local parks in addition to having criminal charges filed against them by the Nicholasville Police Department (NPD).
Yaxel Lendeborg says Kentucky offered him $7-$9M before he chose Michigan
Yaxel Lendeborg says Kentucky offered him $7 million to $9 million before he chose to play at Michigan for about one-third of the compensation. It has worked out for him and the Wolverines.
Jackson County schools to add 19 minutes to each school day to make up snow days
JACKSON COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — Jackson County Public Schools will add 19 minutes to the end of each school day beginning Thursday, March 19, to make up for missed snow days, Superintendent Renee Smith announced. The change will push the la…
Nicholasville police responding to collision on northbound US 27 before Brannon Crossing
The Nicholasville Police Department reported that police are responding to northbound US 27 before Brannon Crossing on a collision Wednesday afternoon.
Kentucky bill aimed to reshape Jefferson, Fayette Co. school boards passes education committee
(ABC36 News Now) — A proposed change to Kentucky Senate Bill 4 would significantly reshape the school boards in two of the state’s largest districts, reducing the number of elected members in Jefferson County and adding state-appointed sea…
Pulaski County man charged in double murder of father, grandfather set to change plea
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — A Pulaski County man accused of the 2023 murder of his grandfather and father in Science Hill is set to appear in court on Wednesday to change his plea, court documents reveal. Austin Prather was arre…
Four arrested in Montgomery County drug trafficking investigations
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Several people are facing charges following drug trafficking investigations in Montgomery County. According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, deputies conducted a traffic stop and later executed a…
Kentucky House passes bill to improve safety at railroad crossings
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A bill aimed at improving safety at railroad crossings is moving forward in Kentucky. Lawmakers in the Kentucky House of Representatives have passed House Bill 311, sponsored by Josh Calloway and co-sponso…
Person hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after rollover crash on Russell Cave Road in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – One person was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries following a late-night crash Tuesday in Lexington. According to the Lexington Police Department, a single vehicle flipped near Northwind…
Woman arrested after shooting leaves man injured on West Sixth Street in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – One person is under arrest following a shooting Tuesday night in Lexington. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were called around 8:40 p.m. to a home in the 500 block of West Sixth Stre…
Report: Designer Xanax banned nationwide after Kentucky AG leads 21-state coalition push
The DEA this week formally added bromazolam to the federal schedule of controlled substances, following a push from Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman and a 21-state coalition.
Jackson County schools to add 19 minutes to each school day to make up snow days
Jackson County Public Schools will add 19 minutes to the end of each school day beginning Thursday, March 19, to make up for missed snow days, Superintendent Renee Smith announced.
Kentucky bill aimed to reshape Jefferson, Fayette Co. school boards passes education committee
A proposed change to Kentucky Senate Bill 4 would significantly reshape the school boards in two of the state's largest districts.
13-week project set to fix massive hole in Lawrence County road: When does it start?
Transportation leaders in Kentucky announced on Wednesday that a 13-week project is set to begin to repair a large hole where part of a Lawrence County road used to be.
Churchill Downs ordered to pay fees owed to safety board to host covered races
The home of the Kentucky Derby has 10 days to pay a portion of the unpaid track fees due to the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) to host future covered races.
Woman arrested for allegedly shooting 'male victim' in downtown Lexington
A woman was arrested on Wednesday in connection with a Tuesday night shooting that sent a male victim to the hospital.
Youth gun violence in Lexington continues to decline, according to report
Incidents of youth gun violence have been on a yearly decline since 2021, according to a city report.
Kentucky school districts face backlash over snow, ice response
Many parents in Fayette and Jessamine counties are upset about how the school systems handled the sporadic snow and ice central Kentucky saw Monday morning.
Springtime weather whiplash in Kentucky creates unique challenges for drivers and road crews
Springtime in Kentucky is bringing some of the most unpredictable weather of the year, and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says this recent round of conditions is particularly unique.
Another Surge of Spring Ahead
Good Wednesday to one and all. We continue to hang on to a colder than normal pattern, but that’s about to change later this week. This is when another spring surge zips in here, but how long it sticks around is in question. A quick-hittin…