Hydrogen tank explosion at Louisville plant leaves 1 dead
FOX56Sep 22, 2025 9:44 AM ET
Firefighters said one person was found dead from the explosion. The fire was contained to the outside of the building.
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Updated Sep 22, 2025 10:00 AM ET
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This morning in Lexington: Ky. man faces over 60 counts of misconduct for reportedly trying to meet 14-year-old girl, Students honor slain Rowan County middle schooler by wearing purple, Community honors eighth grader murdered with her mother. Coverage via FOX56, WTVQ.
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Authorities encourage Kentuckians to enable iPhone feature after Rowan County crash
FOX56Sep 22, 2025 9:12 AM ET
Keeping this iPhone feature enabled helped potentially save the life of two people after a UTV crash in Rowan County.
Ky. man faces over 60 counts of misconduct for reportedly trying to meet 14-year-old girl
FOX56Sep 22, 2025 8:31 AM ET
The Hazard man is facing over 60 charges related to sexual misconduct with a minor, according to the Perry County Sheriff's Office.
Students honor slain Rowan County middle schooler by wearing purple
WTVQSep 22, 2025 7:40 AM ET
MOREHEAD, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Students and staff in Rowan County are wearing purple Monday in memory of 13-year-old Kennedi McWhorter, who was found murdered alongside her mother on Friday. According to the Rowan County School Distric…
Community honors eighth grader murdered with her mother
WTVQSep 22, 2025 7:40 AM ET
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Community mourns loss of former fire chief
WTVQSep 22, 2025 7:39 AM ET
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1 hospitalized after late night stabbing in Lexington
FOX56Sep 22, 2025 6:50 AM ET
The Lexington Police Department is probing a stabbing that happened Sunday night on Cross Keys Road.
SWAT team called to northern Kentucky shooting that leaves 2 dead, 1 hurt
FOX56Sep 22, 2025 6:24 AM ET
The police said eight shots echoed from the woods and that a man and woman were found dead. One was believed to have died from a self-inflicted gunshot.
Rounds of Strong Storms and Heavy Rains This Week
KYWEATHERCENTERSep 22, 2025 1:09 AM ET
Good Monday, everyone. It’s a week of weather we’ve been needing for a while, but it’s also a week that may cause some issues. Rounds of showers and storms will rumble across the region, putting down quite a…
Loved one remembers Rowan County double murder victims
LEX183 articlesSep 22, 2025 12:02 AM ET
A loved one describes who Kayla Blake and Kennedi Whorter, the Rowan County double murder victims, were days after a death investigation.
Winchester community holds candlelight vigil for Charlie Kirk
LEX182 articlesSep 21, 2025 11:05 PM ET
The Winchester community held a candlelight vigil in downtown for the late political activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed on Sept. 10.
Morehead city leaders 'heartbroken' over loss of Kennedi McWhorter
FOX56Sep 21, 2025 9:28 PM ET
On Sunday, Morehead City Government officials said McWhorter had been a member of the 2024 11-and-under state champion softball team, the first state championship for our softball program.
London police, community mourn loss of constable after overnight medical emergency
FOX56Sep 21, 2025 8:02 PM ET
Officials with the London Police Department wrote on social media that Yaden had been a dear friend, and asked community members to keep his family and loved ones in their hearts.
Lexington police investigating Mount Rushmore Way shooting
WTVQ2 articlesSep 21, 2025 7:42 PM ET
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A man was hospitalized after a shooting early Saturday morning in a Lexington neighborhood. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were called to a residence on Mount Rushmore W…
Rowan County man charged with murder after mother and daughter found dead
WTVQSep 21, 2025 7:33 PM ET
ROWAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police say they located 44-year-old Joshua Cottrell at a Paducah-area hospital Friday afternoon, where he was treated and released before being taken into custody. Cottrell ha…
Corbin man arrested for stealing four-wheeler from tornado victims
WTVQSep 21, 2025 7:30 PM ET
CORBIN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Corbin man has been arrested and charged with receiving stolen property after investigators say he tried to sell a four-wheeler stolen from tornado victims in London. According to the Whitley Co…
Laurel County man arrested after welfare check leads to multiple charges
WTVQ2 articlesSep 21, 2025 7:27 PM ET
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Laurel County man was arrested on multiple charges and outstanding warrants after deputies responded to a welfare check call last week. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, de…
Pike County man arrested after large drug bust in Hardy community
WTVQ3 articlesSep 21, 2025 7:17 PM ET
PIKE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police arrested a man in the Hardy community of Pike County after finding a large amount of illegal drugs during a search of a residence. Troopers took 35-year-old James Hardes…
Montgomery County sheriff struck by SUV while diverting traffic on I-64
WTVQ3 articlesSep 21, 2025 7:11 PM ET
MOUNT STERLING, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Montgomery County Sheriff David Charles was struck by an SUV while diverting traffic on Interstate 64 Saturday morning. According to the Montgomery County Fiscal Court, the accident happen…
Georgetown community honors Deputy Caleb Conley with memorial 5K run
LEX18Sep 21, 2025 5:06 PM ET
Runners and walkers gathered in Georgetown on Sunday for the Caleb Conley Memorial 5K, honoring the life and sacrifice of Deputy Caleb Conley.
Man accused of stashing large amount of illegal drugs at his Pike County residence
FOX56Sep 21, 2025 4:50 PM ET
A Pike County man was arrested late Thursday night when troopers with Kentucky State Police found over 23 pounds of marijuana and other illegal drugs at a residence in the Hardy community.
Mercer County fire officials mourn passing of district chief
FOX562 articlesSep 21, 2025 3:23 PM ET
Members of the district announced Fire Chief Phillips' passing on Sept. 21 with "tremendous sadness."
Laurel County Sheriff’s Office mourns death of Constable Rick Yaden
LEX18Sep 21, 2025 3:08 PM ET
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office announced that Constable Rick Yaden died overnight following a medical emergency.
2 taken to hospital after off-road vehicle crash in remote location
LEX18Sep 21, 2025 12:21 PM ET
First responders say iPhone crash detection technology led to the rescue of two people injured when a RZR off-road vehicle went over a cliff overnight.
I-64 eastbound temporarily closed near mile marker 113 due to injury accident
LEX18Sep 21, 2025 11:25 AM ET
I-64 eastbound is temporarily shut down due to an injury accident near the 113-mile marker, according to the Montgomery Sheriff's Office.
A Few Severe Storms Kick Off a Wet Period
KYWEATHERCENTERSep 21, 2025 1:45 AM ET
Good Sunday to one and all. A few strong to severe storms show up across Kentucky today as we get set for a very stormy and wet pattern ahead. Beneficial rains are likely over the next week, with the chance for some areas to pick up too …
Rowan County double murder suspect showcases a criminal background
LEX18Sep 20, 2025 11:32 PM ET
Following a double murder in Rowan County, LEX18 breaks down the criminal history of the murder suspect.
Multiple Kentucky, federal agencies continue extensive search for Ohio inmate: 'This is where he grew up'
FOX56Sep 20, 2025 8:53 PM ET
"This is where he grew up, " Mason County deputies said. "He knows every inch of this property, and there are several areas he's able to hide in."
Kentucky electric vehicle enthusiasts host event in Lexington
FOX56Sep 20, 2025 7:09 PM ET
Folks got the chance to take a ride in the various vehicles on Saturday, including driving some of them.
Memorial set up for teen victim in double murder, official releases statement
LEX18Sep 20, 2025 6:41 PM ET
A city official has released a statement, and a memorial has been set up honoring 13-year-old Kennedi McWhorter, who was killed in a double murder in Morehead on Friday.
LEX 18 team connects with community at Paris-Bourbon County Pumpkin Festival
LEX18Sep 20, 2025 5:53 PM ET
LEX 18 team members spent Saturday connecting with the community at the Paris-Bourbon County Pumpkin Festival.
Lexington shooting suspect allegedly wore ankle monitor, used 'fully automatic' pistol
FOX56Sep 20, 2025 4:46 PM ET
Court documents have revealed more information about Jon'Tay Mattingly, the suspect in a Thursday shooting on Winburn Drive that left a man injured.
1 hurt in Lexington neighborhood shooting
FOX56Sep 20, 2025 2:08 PM ET
One person was taken to the hospital early Saturday morning after a shooting in a Lexington neighborhood in the Pimlico Parkway area.
In Our Community: Recovered drug addict Adam Larkin shares his story of success
LEX18Sep 20, 2025 12:18 PM ET
In Our Community is a segment by LEX 18 reporter and weekend morning show anchor Ellen Ice. She introduces viewers to impactful stories in Kentucky.
Remains of Airman killed in 1968 Laos attack laid to rest in Berea
LEX18Sep 20, 2025 12:10 PM ET
The remains of U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Henry Gerald Gish, who was killed in action during the Vietnam War, were laid to rest Saturday in Berea Cemetery.
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