Lexington parks referendum passes
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fayette County voters have approved a new property tax to support enhancements to Lexington’s public parks. According to the latest results, 61% of voters supported the…
Deadly DUI crash suspect due in court
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Pulaski County teenager charged in connection with a deadly moped crash is set for a preliminary hearing on Wednesday. State police…
Drug trafficking suspects due in court
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two people arrested in a drug bust last month in Laurel County are scheduled for a court appearance on Wednesday. According to the…
Voter fraud state hotline
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As voters across Kentucky head to the polls today, anyone who suspects voter fraud or election law violations can report their concerns through the state’s Election…
Ongoing search for escaped Blackburn Facility inmates
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Authorities are actively searching for two inmates who escaped from the Blackburn Correctional Complex in Lexington. Kentucky State Police say 38-year-old Adam Ball…
Kentucky sees high early voter turnout for Election 2024
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – With the General Election just one day away, polling stations across Kentucky are gearing up for Tuesday’s final in-person voting, open…
A vote on the top community issue for Lexington in 2025
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – More than 350 people from across Lexington will gather Monday night to vote on the city’s top community issue…
U.K. students help horses in "Weekend of Service"
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The University of Kentucky’s Ag Equine program students made an impact for rescued horses over the weekend. About 50 students volunteered on…
Triple shooting suspect due in court
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - A man charged in connection with an October 19 triple shooting on Versailles Road is scheduled for arraignment Wednesday. Jacob Fogal, 20, faces charges of assault and tampering with physical evidence in the incident,…
Sgt. Logan Medlock memorial walk
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - A memorial walk will be held Wednesday night in Laurel County to honor Sergeant Logan Medlock, a London Police officer who was killed in…
Middle school classroom damaged in fire
STANFORD, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - Cleanup efforts continue Wednesday at Lincoln County Middle School after a fire broke out in one of its classrooms Tuesday afternoon. District officials report…
Expungement clinic and job fair at Central Bank Center
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - A special expungement clinic and job fair is scheduled for Wednesday, offering a fresh start for former inmates looking to clear…
Fayette County Democratic Party 'Get Out the Vote' rally
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - Democrats are gearing up for a major "Get Out the Vote" rally in Lexington on Wednesday, drawing attention to key candidates…
Andy Barr 'Get Out the Vote' rally
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - Fayette County Republicans will hold a "Super Saturday" rally to encourage early voting, featuring U.S. Rep. Andy Barr. The event is set for…
PumpkinMania festival at Transy
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – With Halloween just around the corner, Transylvania University is gearing up to celebrate with its annual PumpkinMania Festival. According to event organizers, festivities kick off Sunday…
New affordable apartments in Lexington now available
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — As Lexington continues to address its housing shortage, city officials gathered to open the new Richwood Bend Apartments on Codell Drive. Mayor Linda…
National prescription drug take back day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — If you have old or expired prescription medicine to discard safely, Lexington is participating in the annual DEA National Drug Take Back Day this…
Is it flu season or just fall allergies? How to tell the difference
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — If you’re experiencing sniffles, sneezing, or a runny nose this season, it could be the flu or simply fall allergies. Dr. Caitlyn Iddings provides insight into distinguishing…
In-person no-excuse early voting
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - With Election Day approaching on Tuesday, Nov. 5, state officials remind Kentucky voters of the three available ways to cast their ballots. For those who…
Driver sentenced after deadly crash in Laurel County
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A woman from Laurel County has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to vehicular homicide while under…
Car stolen in Georgetown Road Lexington armed robbery
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A man was robbed at gunpoint and his car stolen in an overnight incident on Georgetown Road, according to Lexington police. Authorities…
Community supports mother after tragic loss of toddler in crash
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A GoFundMe account has been established to support the mother of a child who tragically died following a…