Man accused of sexual abuse at Massage Envy in Lexington
Lexington police have arrested a man accused of sexual abuse at a local business.
Lexington, KY news for Mar 19, 2026
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Council hears ONE Lexington's 2025 year-end report, plans for growth
ONE Lexington has seen success in reducing youth gun violence in recent years. Now, it's looking toward what's next.
Former Kentucky teacher pleads guilty to sexting, threatening student
A former teacher has pleaded guilty after they used Snapchat to communicate with a 14-year-old student in 2023.
KSP releases bodycam footage of former trooper who pleaded guilty in use-of-force case
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police has released body camera footage tied to an excessive use-of-force case involving a former state trooper. According to KSP, the footage shows events involving former trooper Hayden Ki…
Beshear pushes for universal pre-K funding as lawmakers work to finalize state budget
Gov. Andy Beshear is pressing state lawmakers to pass his Pre-K For All plan, which would expand access to all 4-year-olds in Kentucky.
Gov. Andy Beshear pushes for universal pre-K funding as lawmakers work to finalize state budget
Gov. Andy Beshear is pressing state lawmakers to pass his Pre-K For All plan, which would expand access to all 4-year-olds in Kentucky.
Madison County church prepares to reopen year after devastating storms
One year after devastating storms hit their sanctuary and forced the congregation to temporarily move, a Madison County church is close to returning home.
Couple who met at 1983 Journey concert returns to Rupp Arena for the band's final tour
It’s one final tour for Journey, and the band is stopping by Rupp Arena Sunday (March 22) to perform for central Kentucky.
Kentucky's next budget reaches final stages
The General Assembly is finalizing the state budget, which includes a 13th check for state retirees, increased investment in health insurance, and a small increase in SEEK money for schools.
Mark Pope sidesteps Yaxel Lendeborg offer talk, blasts media for contributing to Kentucky's 'circus'
Kentucky coach Mark Pope declined to comment on whether Michigan All-American Yaxel Lendeborg had turned down a lucrative offer to play for him, instead criticizing the media for creating a "circus" around his program.
PGA clinic in Louisville helps people with intellectual disabilities discover new talents on the green
The PGA ABLE clinic at Persimmon Ridge Golf Course gave dozens of participants from St. Mary's Center the chance to learn golf from professionals.
Pulaski County man pleads guilty to killing father and uncle, sentencing set for April
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Pulaski County man has pleaded guilty to two counts of murder in connection with a 2024 double homicide. According to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, Brandon A. Mullins, 28, entered the guilty…
An alert dog for Atlas: Woodford County family raising funds for a diabetic alert dog for 8-year-old girl
An 8-year-old Woodford County girl living with Type 1 diabetes is raising money for a specially trained alert dog that could change her life.
KSP releases body camera footage, call former trooper's actions 'unacceptable'
Former state trooper Hayden Kilbourne was dismissed and sentenced to six years in prison for using excessive force during a pursuit of a suspect in July 2023.
Kentucky State Police releases body camera footage, video statement
Former state trooper Hayden Kilbourne was dismissed and sentenced to six years in prison for using excessive force during a pursuit of a suspect in July 2023.
Former Salyersville teacher accepts prison sentence in child sexual exploitation case
(ABC36 News Now) — A former Magoffin County middle school teacher has pleaded guilty to child sexual exploitation charges, which will land them five years in prison, according to a press release by the Office of Attorney General Russell Co…
Animal cruelty case in Lexington ends with guilty verdict
Two people have been found guilty of second-degree cruelty to animals.
'Voices are being heard:' First ever civic assembly offers edits to Lexington city charter
36 people from ages 16 to 70 have spent the month of March diving into the inner workings of local government.
Hazard High School basketball returns to Rupp Arena for the Sweet 16 after a six-year tournament absence
The Hazard High School boys' basketball team returned to Rupp Arena for the Boys' Sweet 16, marking the school's first appearance in the state tournament in six years.
Coroner identifies victim of deadly January fire at Versailles apartment complex
UPDATE: March 19 at 3:30 p.m The Woodford County Coroner has identified the victim in a deadly January structure fire at a Versailles apartment complex as 67-year-old Harold Barnett. “The Woodford County Coroner’s Office will make all reso…
Former Salyersville teacher accepts prison sentence in child sexual exploitation case
A former Magoffin County middle school teacher has pleaded guilty to child sexual exploitation charges, which will land them five years in prison, according to a press release.
ABC cancels ‘Bachelorette’ season with Taylor Frankie Paul, citing 2023 video
LOS ANGELES (AP) — ABC has scrubbed the upcoming season of “The Bachelorette,” starring Taylor Frankie Paul, citing a newly released video from 2023. Thursday’s unprecedented cancellation of the already filmed season of the long-running re…
Missing US student’s body found in Barcelona
ADDS ID: This undated photo shows James “Jimmy” Gracey, left, with his aunt Beth Marren O’Reilly. (Gracey Family via AP) BARCELONA (AP) — Spanish authorities have found the body of missing college student from Illinois. The body of 20-year…
‘Nice to help’: College students across the state choose to give back this Spring Break
VAN LEAR, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Spring break looks a little different for some college students in Kentucky this year. While most college students are relaxing or heading to the beach this spring break, a group of volunteers chose to spen…
Lexington masseur charged with 1st-degree sexual abuse after alleged assault at spa
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — A massage therapist in Lexington is facing a first-degree sexual abuse charge after a client reported an assault during an appointment on March 14. Lexington Police Department officers arrested 25-year-old…
Lexington woman arrested on multiple charges after shooting at home
Chelsey Engle was charged after she allegedly shot at a victim's residence in Lexington.
DNA identifies man killed in Versailles fire months later
UPDATE: The Woodford County Coroner says DNA testing has confirmed the identity of the man who died in a January Macey Avenue house fire.
Attorney General: Deadly drug responsible for killing nearly 50 Kentuckians banned nationwide
The DEA formally banned a drug that the attorney general said contributed to the death of nearly 50 Kentuckians.
Lexington massage therapist charged with 1st-degree sexual abuse after alleged assault at spa
A massage therapist in Lexington is facing a first-degree sexual abuse charge after a client reported an assault during an appointment.
Lexington masseur charged with 1st-degree sexual abuse after alleged assault at spa
A massage therapist in Lexington is facing a first-degree sexual abuse charge after a client reported an assault during an appointment.
Woman arrested after shots fired incident on Danielle Lane in Lexington
Source: Fayette County Detention Center LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – One person has been arrested following a shots fired incident in Lexington. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were dispatched around 12:15 p.m.…
‘Absolutely devastating’: Dessie Scott School cleared to rebuild after January fire
WOLFE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — The Dessie Scott School — a century-old building serving boys ages 12 to 21 with autism and developmental delays — was destroyed by a fire on Jan. 29, and now with the insurance company releasing the si…
Missing Waddy woman last seen in Louisville found safe
On Wednesday, March 18, investigators said 24-year-old Callie Ray Shouse was on the phone with a relative at an unknown exact location before going missing. She was last seen in Louisville.
Kentucky House committee advances resolution to increase Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library enrollment
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — A resolution aimed at increasing enrollment in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for Kentucky children advanced out of the House Families and Children Committee with unanimous support. Senate Joint Resolu…
Chicago man sentenced for role in illegal Kentucky prescription drug conspiracy
Ranjit Wahi, 78, of Chicago, was sentenced for illegally distributing controlled substances from the Midwest Physician Pain Center in Illinois to eastern Ky. patients
Kentucky House votes to impeach Fayette Co. Circuit Judge Julie Muth Goodman in 73-14 vote
UPDATE: March 20 at 11:45 a.m. The Kentucky House has voted to impeach Fayette County Circuit Judge Julie Muth Goodman in a 73-14 vote. The motion now moves to the Senate. ORIGINAL STORY: LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — The Kentucky Hous…
Kentucky lawmakers introduce Articles of Impeachment against Fayette County Judge Julie Muth Goodman
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — The Kentucky House of Representatives has introduced Articles of Impeachment against Fayette County Circuit Judge Julie Muth Goodman, recommending her removal from office for alleged misdemeanors, includin…
CVG Airport named best regional airport in North America by Skytrax
ERLANGER, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has been named the Best Regional Airport in North America at the 2026 World Airport Awards. The award was presented by Skytrax, an aviation rating organiza…
Researchers urge UK students to adopt easy, healthy, dorm-friendly recipes: Here's why
Researchers at the University of Kentucky became interested in how recipe videos on social media may affect cooking behavior, especially among college students.
One 'freaking snake' and no apologies: How the Mullin hearing went off the rails
Senator Rand Paul has made it clear he has little regard for President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Department of Homeland Security, fellow Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin.
Kentucky State Police searching for missing Shelby County woman last seen in Louisville
Courtesy: Kentucky State Police FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are actively investigating a missing person case involving a Shelby County woman last seen in Louisville. Troopers say Callie Ray Shouse, 24, of Waddy,…
Missing 24-year-old Shelby County woman found safe in Louisville, KSP reports
Kentucky State Police are searching for a 24-year-old Shelby County woman who was last seen in Louisville on March 18.
KSP search for missing 24-year-old Shelby County woman last seen in Louisville area
Kentucky State Police are searching for a 24-year-old Shelby County woman who was last seen in Louisville on March 18.
AVOL Kentucky launches community food forest project in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Lexington nonprofit is launching a new project aimed at improving community health and access to fresh food. AVOL Kentucky is creating Anderson Meadow, a food forest at its campus on Hill Rise Drive. Org…
Articles of impeachment against Fayette Circuit judge advance after House approval
The Kentucky House filed a resolution on Wednesday allowing lawmakers to move forward with the impeachment of a Fayette Circuit Court judge.
Articles of impeachment against Fayette Circuit judge outlined by House committee
The Kentucky House filed a resolution on Wednesday allowing lawmakers to move forward with the impeachment of a Fayette Circuit Court judge.
Search ended in Flemingsburg for missing teen, deputies say
Fleming County authorities are asking for the public's help in locating a missing teen.
Search underway in Flemingsburg for missing teen, deputies say
Fleming County authorities are asking for the public's help in locating a missing teen.
Kentucky House committee advances resolution to increase Dolly Parton's Imagination Library enrollment
A resolution aimed at increasing enrollment in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for Kentucky children advanced out of the House Families and Children Committee with unanimous support.
Procession to honor fallen Fort Knox soldier Benjamin Pennington ahead of funeral
FORT KNOX, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A procession honoring a fallen Kentucky soldier will be held Friday ahead of his funeral this weekend. According to military officials, the body of Staff Sgt. Benjamin Pennington, 26, of Glendale will arri…
Barn fire destroys 10 tractors in Clay City, crews face access challenges
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A barn fire in Clay City destroyed multiple pieces of equipment early Thursday morning, though no injuries were reported. According to the Clay City Fire Department, crews were dispatched around 3:09 a.m.…
CVG Airport named best regional airport in North America by Skytrax
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has been named the Best Regional Airport in North America at the 2026 World Airport Awards.
Fleming County deputies searching for missing 15-year-old last seen in Flemingsburg
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Authorities in Fleming County are asking for the public’s help locating a missing teenager. The Fleming County Sheriff’s Office says 15-year-old Hunter Johnson was last seen in the Flemingsburg area on Ree…
Mullin makes heated case against Sen. Rand Paul as steady hand for DHS
Mullin became emotional at some moments during the hearing and fought back at others, as he spoke of his family’s relationship with Trump and his own commitment to the president’s agenda.
Authorities in Fleming County searching for missing 15-year-old
The Fleming County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help in finding a missing 15-year-old. Authorities detailed that Hunter Johnson was last seen on Reed Lane in Fleminsburg.
Downtown Lexington intersection upgrade underway after weather delay
A construction project at a busy intersection in Lexington got underway on Thursday morning, one day later than originally scheduled, due to the snow and ice that hit the city on Tuesday.
Pickup truck crashes in Hamburg neighborhood, igniting gas tank
Authorities in Lexington are investigating after a pickup truck crashed and caught on fire at the entrance of the Andover Hill neighborhood early Thursday morning.
Clay City barn burns down with 10 tractors inside, owners suspect arson
The owners of a Clay City barn are left without essential equipment for their livelihood in the wake of an early Thursday morning fire that consumed the structure and destroyed 10 tractors that were inside at the time.
Clay City barn burns down with 10 tractors inside
The owners of a Clay City barn are left without essential equipment for their livelihood in the wake of an early Thursday morning fire that consumed the structure and destroyed 10 tractors that were inside at the time.
Kentucky drivers react to sudden gas price hike
With prices expected to rise even further in the coming days, many drivers are already changing their routines — or going out of their way — to save a few dollars.
Mayor announces leadership change amid criticism over Lexington winter response
Wednesday's change in administration came on the heels of continued criticism of the city's winter weather response.
Record Highs Possible This Weekend
Good Tuesday, everyone. Much milder winds are surging into Kentucky today with even warmer air set to follow for the weekend. As a matter of fact, temps will likely flirt with record highs by Sunday. That’s ahead of a front that knocks the…