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Georgetown police investigating apartment complex shooting

FOX56Oct 8, 2025 6:31 AM ET

The Georgetown Police Department (GPD) issued a public safety notice amid an overnight shooting investigation.

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Lexington councilmembers hear recommendations on how to make city roadways safer

WEKUOct 8, 2025 6:02 AM ET

Lexington City Council heard a presentation on how to improve safety across its streets and roadways during a work session meeting Tuesday.

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A Gorgeous Stretch of October Weather

KYWEATHERCENTEROct 8, 2025 1:23 AM ET

Good Wednesday, everyone. The historic rains are now gone and now we are settling into a great fall pattern. Gorgeous weather looks to be with us through the upcoming weekend before the jet stream gets active into next week. That corrido…

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Police searching for suspect wanted in connection to Tuesday stabbing in Morgan County

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 10:12 PM ET

Kentucky State Police are searching for a suspect wanted in connection to a Tuesday afternoon stabbing in Morgan County.

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Robertson County sheriff arrested on DUI charges

FOX562 articlesOct 7, 2025 10:02 PM ET

The Robertson County sheriff was arrested Tuesday after allegedly driving under the influence.

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2 arrested after children eat pot brownies in Laurel County

FOX564 articlesOct 7, 2025 9:26 PM ET

Two people were arrested Sunday in Laurel County after police received a complaint about the overdose of two juveniles.

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Man charged after fake 'bodies' used in Powell County Halloween display

FOX56Oct 7, 2025 9:12 PM ET

A Powell County man was arrested after police said his Halloween decorations went too far.

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AG Russell Coleman calls for Gov. Andy Beshear to approve execution of Ralph Baze

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 8:32 PM ET

Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman is calling on Governor Andy Beshear to approve the state's first execution in nearly 20 years.

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‘Are the robots going to take your job?’ Honors college event explores AI impacts

KYKERNELOct 7, 2025 8:08 PM ET

The ‘Ideas That Matter: The Future of Earth and AI’ event invited students to participate in a discussion surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and its future impacts on society. The Lewis Honors College hosted the event on Monday, Oc…

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Great Crossing teacher wins $50K Prize for Excellence in Skilled Trades Education

FOX56Oct 7, 2025 7:50 PM ET

Students, staff, and community members at Great Crossing High School gathered to pull off the surprise of a lifetime for their welding and manufacturing teacher.

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Historic Rains Tapering Off

KYWEATHERCENTEROct 7, 2025 6:35 PM ET

Good evening, everyone. Historic rains produced flooding issues across many areas of the state with the greatest emphasis along the Interstate 64 corridor. As the rains slowly taper in the east, cooler winds blow in some awesome weather …

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‘It is what shapes me:’ Adam Agoub seeks excellence through faith

KYKERNELOct 7, 2025 6:31 PM ET

Twenty-two men stand in a line bowing their heads. One man holds a hand to his chest, another has his arms at his sides. Women follow suit, lining up behind the men, bowing their heads in prayer. The sun has just set. In front of both li…

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Kentucky veterans chosen to lay wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 5:56 PM ET

Four Kentucky veterans experienced one of the most sacred honors in American military tradition during their Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.

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Lexington prepares for winter weather with improved snow response plan after January storm

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 5:51 PM ET

After a severe winter storm in January left many Lexington side streets slick for days, city officials have announced improvements to their snow response plan for the upcoming winter season.

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Fatal crash shuts down Mountain Parkway

WTVQ2 articlesOct 7, 2025 5:48 PM ET

WOLFE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A deadly crash has shut down both directions of the Mountain Parkway in Wolfe County near Exit 46. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), the parkway is closed at mile marker 47, and…

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Kentucky Attorney General sues Roblox, alleges platform enables child predators

FOX563 articlesOct 7, 2025 5:37 PM ET

Kentucky’s Attorney General is bringing a popular online gaming platform to court, calling it the ‘website of choice for child predators.’

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Purple 'Peace Pumpkins' spread domestic violence awareness across Lexington

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 5:30 PM ET

If you've spotted purple pumpkins around Lexington recently, they're not just seasonal decorations – they're part of a meaningful initiative to raise awareness about domestic violence.

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Menifee County sets up its first 'Bale Trail' for community to enjoy

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 5:30 PM ET

The trail includes a highlight of hay structures, including "Will-Hay Nelson," "Chev-Roll-HAY," and "Bill-Hay Bob Loves Charlene."

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Georgetown quadruplets celebrate 1st birthday with four times the joy

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 5:30 PM ET

A Georgetown couple is celebrating a major milestone this month as their quadruplet boys turn one year old.

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'It felt really nice': Lexington Fire Department announces 2025 Junior Fire Chief

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 5:00 PM ET

The Lexington Fire Department announced on Tuesday morning that its 2025 Junior Fire Chief is Jillian Sensabaugh, a fifth-grader at Sandersville Elementary School.

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Georgetown welding teacher honored with surprise assembly and award

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 5:00 PM ET

On Tuesday, school officials held a surprise assembly in honor of Wiley Messer of Great Crossing High School, as he was just named one of the 25 best trade teachers in America.

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Western Kentucky woman kept $50k scratch-off under pillow

FOX56Oct 7, 2025 4:58 PM ET

With several grandchildren about to enter college, she said she plans to use some of the money to pay for their education.

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Proposed downtown Lexington development could demolish 12 historic buildings

FOX56Oct 7, 2025 4:50 PM ET

A proposed development in downtown Lexington could lead to the demolition of a dozen historic buildings, a plan that preservation advocates say would erase part of the city's architectural heritage.

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KSP identifies 2 people killed in multi-vehicle collision on Mountain Parkway in Wolfe County

LEX183 articlesOct 7, 2025 4:46 PM ET

Kentucky State Police have identified the two people killed in a collision on the Bert T Combs Mountain Parkway on Tuesday afternoon in Wolfe County.

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Bengals trade for Cleveland's Joe Flacco, per report

FOX56Oct 7, 2025 4:27 PM ET

After several weeks of offensive struggles with Joe Burrow sidelined, the Bengals have made a move, trading for veteran quarterback Joe Flacco.

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Multiple roadways in Lexington closed due to high water

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 4:09 PM ET

Multiple roadways in Lexington and Fayette County are experiencing heavy flooding and are closed to traffic.

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All FCPS Tuesday afternoon and evening activities cancelled due to severe weather

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 3:30 PM ET

Fayette County Schools have announced that all Tuesday afternoon and evening activities have been canceled due to severe weather, as the county remains in a flash-flood warning until 6:30 p.m.

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Kentucky teacher wins national teaching award

WTVQ2 articlesOct 7, 2025 1:53 PM ET

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Police department gives safety tips

WTVQ3 articlesOct 7, 2025 1:51 PM ET

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Traffic stop leads to major drug bust

WTVQOct 7, 2025 1:46 PM ET

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Georgetown Police seek help identifying suspect in motorcycle theft

WTVQ2 articlesOct 7, 2025 1:43 PM ET

GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Georgetown Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect in connection with a stolen motorcycle. According to the department, a 2006 Harley-Davidson was reported stolen, and investigator…

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Former Louisville officer ordered to report to prison this week

WTVQOct 7, 2025 1:42 PM ET

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Former Louisville Metro Police detective Brett Hankison, convicted of using excessive force during the 2020 raid that killed Breonna Taylor, is set to report to prison this week. According to ABC affili…

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Brett Hankinson’s request pending appeal is denied

WTVQOct 7, 2025 1:42 PM ET

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Heavy rain causes flooding on Lexington roads

WTVQOct 7, 2025 1:40 PM ET

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — It’s been pouring across Central Kentucky all morning, and the rain is starting to take a toll on local roads. Bermuda Avenue in Lexington is one of several areas seeing flooding as water continues to ri…

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Pouring rain impacts Bermuda Road

WTVQOct 7, 2025 1:40 PM ET

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I-75 North Semi crash affects traffic

WTVQOct 7, 2025 1:38 PM ET

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One Lexington gives free tutoring to Fayette County students

WTVQOct 7, 2025 1:36 PM ET

Categories: Fayette County schools, Featured, Local News, News

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'I could have fainted': Western KY woman wins $50,000 from scratch-off ticket

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 12:45 PM ET

A western Kentucky woman told lottery officials that she "could have fainted" after discovering her $50,000 win from a scratch-off ticket.

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Plane departing Louisville's Bowman Field crashes in Mt. Washington

FOX56Oct 7, 2025 11:19 AM ET

A small plane that departed from Bowman Field in Louisville crashed Monday afternoon in the Mt. Washington area.

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Taylor Swift fan says autographed CDs shipped out of Kentucky distribution center stolen

FOX56Oct 7, 2025 10:59 AM ET

Dozens of Taylor Swift fans say their autographed copies of her new album have been stolen, including a woman in Middle Tennessee, who showed News 2 her empty delivery box.

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Pennsylvania fugitive captured in Kentucky after multi-state search

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:41 AM ET

MAYSVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A multi-state investigation has ended in Kentucky after police tracked down a Pennsylvania man wanted hundreds of miles from home. According to Scottdale Borough Police in Pennsylvania, officers — along …

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Pennsylvania man arrested in Kentucky

WTVQ5 articlesOct 7, 2025 10:41 AM ET

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Weekend theft at Pit Stop Market

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:40 AM ET

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Lexington unveils expanded winter weather preparedness plan

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:38 AM ET

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The City of Lexington is rolling out a stronger plan to prepare for winter weather this year — with more staff, equipment, and salt already in place ahead of the season. Streets and Roads Director Rob Al…

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City of Lexington snow plan

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:38 AM ET

Categories: Featured, Local News, News, Weather

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Animal Welfare Society issues “Code Red”

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:37 AM ET

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New app gives Kentucky hunters a high-tech edge this season

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:35 AM ET

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky hunters have a new digital tool just in time for deer and elk season. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife has launched a new mobile app called “KY Deer & Elk” to help hunters pl…

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Lexington Pride Festival returning next summer

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:33 AM ET

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — One of Lexington’s biggest celebrations is returning next summer. The 2026 Lexington Pride Festival is set for Saturday, June 6, 2026, from noon to 10 p.m. on Oliver Lewis Way. The annual event celebrate…

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Pride Fest returns

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:33 AM ET

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‘Spirit Christmas’ to open in Lexington after Halloween season

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:31 AM ET

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Just as Halloween wraps up, the holiday spirit will move right in. “Spirit Christmas” — a seasonal store from the same company behind Spirit Halloween — is set to open in Lexington this November. The new…

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Spirit Christmas stores to open

WTVQOct 7, 2025 10:31 AM ET

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The 100+ best deals of October Prime Day: Dyson, Apple, Samsung and more

FOX56Oct 7, 2025 9:58 AM ET

Amazon’s 48-hour mega sale is back, with exclusive deals for Prime members across nearly every category.

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USDA warns that Hello Fresh meals may contain listeria-tainted spinach

WTVQOct 7, 2025 9:45 AM ET

By JONEL ALECCIA AP Health Writer Federal health officials late Monday warned people not to eat certain Hello Fresh subscription meal kits containing spinach that may be contaminated with listeria. The U.S. Agriculture Department issued …

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Buildings are turning to 'ice batteries' for sustainable air conditioning

LEX18Oct 7, 2025 9:43 AM ET

Every night some 74,000 gallons (280,000 liters) of water are frozen at Norton Audubon Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Mayor calls for the resignation of city council member

WTVQ2 articlesOct 7, 2025 7:43 AM ET

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Kentucky parole board faces threats following release of 6-year-old boy's killer

FOX562 articlesOct 7, 2025 7:08 AM ET

Board members said those threats, now under investigation by Kentucky State Police, are being fueled by false information about Ronald Exantus' release.

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Leaders, members react to selling of Lexington's High Street YMCA: What's next?

FOX56Oct 7, 2025 6:40 AM ET

For now, members said they plan to enjoy their time at the gym while they can.

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Torrential Rains May Cause Local High-Water Issues

KYWEATHERCENTEROct 7, 2025 1:42 AM ET

Good Tuesday, everybody. Low pressure is rolling through the state today and it’s bringing a lot of rain with it. A corridor of several inches of rain is possible, leading to the potential for local high-water issues. We are li…

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Man found not guilty by reason of insanity in 6-year-old's death sparks calls for legal reform

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 11:00 PM ET

Nearly a decade after 6-year-old Logan Tipton's death, his family is fighting for justice and legal reform following the recent release of Ronald Exantus from jail.

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Miss Kentucky returns home, reflecting on her journey and her mission

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 9:58 PM ET

At 20 years old, Rodriguez made history as the first former foster youth to earn a spot in the Top 11 at Miss America. Now, she's working to continue raising awareness for foster children.

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Man seriously hurt in Lexington shooting

FOX562 articlesOct 6, 2025 9:29 PM ET

Lexington police are investigating a shooting that left one man seriously hurt.

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Nightmares Haunt in Berea turns frights into funds for shelter dogs

FOX56Oct 6, 2025 9:18 PM ET

A couple is using their passion for Halloween to make a difference in their community.

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Local High-Water Threat Through Tuesday

KYWEATHERCENTEROct 6, 2025 7:13 PM ET

Good evening, folks. I wanted to drop by for a quick update on the potential for high water issues as we head into Tuesday and Tuesday evening. This happens as low pressure zips through the area just ahead of a cold front. The forecast m…

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Employers offering jobs to inmates who assisted in May storm cleanup

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 6:00 PM ET

Since 2018, a Pulaski County Detention Center program has helped prepare inmates to pursue education and employment after their release.

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University of Kentucky students gain real-world firefighting experience as 'Fire Cats'

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 6:00 PM ET

UK forestry students are trading textbooks for fire hoses to gain hands-on wildland firefighting experience through a unique program.

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2 Kentucky veterans honored at Military Women's Memorial in Arlington

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 5:57 PM ET

Over the weekend, 63 Vietnam veterans traveled to Washington, D.C. on an Honor Flight, visiting the memorials dedicated to their service.

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Humans of UK: Melissa Scholes Young connects community with art

KYKERNEL2 articlesOct 6, 2025 5:46 PM ET

The first time Melissa Scholes Young felt seen within the writing community was in third grade. Young remembered looking out at the crowd and seeing her parents supporting her from afar as she read her winning Mother’s Day essa…

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Kentucky man joins elite 2% of Air Evac LifeTeam pilots reaching milestone

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 5:30 PM ET

Flying through the skies for Air Evac Lifeteam is not an easy job, but for Tom LeCompte, it's been a calling for more than two decades.

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Lawmakers demand answers after release of man who killed Woodford County boy

FOX56Oct 6, 2025 5:02 PM ET

The early release of the man who is accused of stabbing and killing a 6-year-old Woodford County boy is drawing national outrage.

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Brooks Houck appeals murder conviction in Crystal Rogers case

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 4:20 PM ET

Brooks Houck, the man convicted of murdering his girlfriend Crystal Rogers and tampering with physical evidence, has filed an appeal with the Kentucky Supreme Court challenging multiple court rulings.

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3 dead after plane that took off in Kentucky crashes into Florida field

FOX563 articlesOct 6, 2025 3:40 PM ET

A plane crash claimed multiple lives over the weekend in Levy County, Florida, deputies said.

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Report: Human remains discovered in Owensboro garage during cleanup

LEX182 articlesOct 6, 2025 3:06 PM ET

Police in Owensboro are investigating after human remains were reportedly found in a detached garage Sunday afternoon.

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1 person sustains minor injury after shooting in Nicholasville

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 3:01 PM ET

Major Marshall with the Nicholasville Police Department confirmed that a shooting in Nicholasville Monday left one person with minor injuries.

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Restaurant chain makes major change to logo, highlights 'unexpected' animal

FOX56Oct 6, 2025 2:51 PM ET

Here’s hoping this goes better than Cracker Barrels’ attempt

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Over $1 million in Kentucky Powerball prizes remain unclaimed with months left to collect

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 1:54 PM ET

Four Kentucky Powerball winners are sitting on unclaimed tickets worth more than $1.1 million, including one worth $1 million that's reportedly been gathering dust since July.

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Former Rowan County coach arrested for indecent exposure and stalking in Owingsville

WTVQOct 6, 2025 1:37 PM ET

OWINGSVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A former Rowan County assistant football coach and substitute teacher has been arrested in Bath County after police say he repeatedly exposed himself to several victims. According to the Owingsville Po…

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Amy McGrath to run for U.S. Senate

WTVQ2 articlesOct 6, 2025 1:36 PM ET

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Big man for U.K. Basketball is eligible for this season

WTVQOct 6, 2025 1:35 PM ET

Categories: Basketball, Featured, Local News, News, Sports

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Commander Doug High retires from Navy Reserve

WTVQ2 articlesOct 6, 2025 1:33 PM ET

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Amy McGrath announces run for U.S. Senate in Kentucky

WTVQOct 6, 2025 12:46 PM ET

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Retired Marine fighter pilot and former congressional candidate Amy McGrath has officially announced her campaign for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Senator Mitch McConnell. McGrath, who previousl…

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DanceBlue ‘Ribbon Run 5K’ fundraises to fight pediatric cancer

KYKERNELOct 6, 2025 12:19 PM ET

DanceBlue held its annual 5K to fundraise and increase awareness for pediatric cancer and the University of Kentucky DanceBlue Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Center. On Sunday, Oct. 5, participants lined up at Alumni Commons to …

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Brett Hankinson ordered to prison, but is appealing

WTVQ2 articlesOct 6, 2025 11:54 AM ET

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Firemen battle huge mulch fire

WTVQOct 6, 2025 11:51 AM ET

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Campbellsville University team angler will be laid to rest

WTVQOct 6, 2025 11:49 AM ET

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Non-compliant sex offender wanted

WTVQOct 6, 2025 11:47 AM ET

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Two-car crash leaves several hospitalized

WTVQOct 6, 2025 11:46 AM ET

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New campaign launches to shield Kentucky health care workers

FOX56Oct 6, 2025 10:41 AM ET

The Kentucky Hospital Association has launched a campaign to raise awareness and support for ending violence against health care workers.

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Lexington man accused of pointing rifle during skate competition because he didn't approve of group's music

LEX18Oct 6, 2025 10:21 AM ET

A Lexington man faces multiple charges after police say he brought a rifle to a skate competition at a park and pointed it at juveniles because he "did not approve of the music the group was playing."

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Emergency crews rescue hiker who fell off a cliff

WTVQOct 6, 2025 8:00 AM ET

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