Tracking strong-to-severe storms through Tuesday
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - Happy Monday! We are tracking the potential for strong-to-severe storms moving into the ABC 36 viewing area over the next two days.…
Kentucky bows out of The Big Dance in the First Round at the hands of Oakland
PITTSBURGH, PA (WTVQ)- Kentucky men's basketball's 2024 NCAA Tournament run is at an end 40 minutes after it started. The Wildcats lost to Oakland University on Thursday in Pittsburgh,…
Jackson County parents charged with trying to sell their twin babies
JACKSON COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) - A Jackson County, Kentucky couple is in the Detention Center there, facing charges they tried to sell their twin newborn daughters. According to their arrest citations, Zackary Davis and Jacquilyn Keith are charged with…
Winter weather kicks off the week with snow and cold temperatures
Monday starts off snowy and frigid Winter Weather Advisories across the Bluegrass remain in effect through the early afternoon. Snow will continue to fall,…
Police search for church burglary suspect
LAWRENCEBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of breaking into a Lawrenceburg church and causing thousands of dollars in damage.…
"Leave the Heat On" Rally at State Capital
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Nearly 40 advocacy groups are calling on Gov. Andy Beshear to stop winter utility shutoffs, warning that rising costs and gaps in…
Winter weather advisory in effect
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Central Kentucky as snow continues to fall and create potentially hazardous travel conditions. According to our ABC36…
Frankfort Police Dept. hosts "Home Alone 2" showing at Grand Theatre
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Frankfort Police Department is rolling out the red and green carpet this holiday season with a special community…
Georgetown Police arrest The Grinch!
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Georgetown Police Department added some humor and holiday cheer to the city’s Christmas parade Saturday night, announcing on social media that the “notorious Grinch”…
Bills rally late to defeat Bengals 39-34
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) - The Buffalo Bills have won their second straight, rallying from a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Cincinnati Bengals 39-34. Josh Allen threw for three touchdowns and ran for one, and Christian Benford scored the…
A quiet weekend ends with light snow tonight and a colder start to the week
A Pleasant Day Before Changes Arrive Today finally gave us a break from the gloomy stretch we’ve been stuck in.…
Kentucky moves to 10-1 after 82-55 win over Central Michigan
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) - Coming off a win in the ACC/SEC Challenge on Wednesday, Kentucky dominated Central Michigan 82-55 on Sunday to keep its momentum rolling. Five Wildcats scored in double figures. Teonni Key led the way…
Georgetown Police are looking for a missing juvenile
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a Georgetown juvenile who was last seen Friday evening. Chelsea Vannarsdall was reported missing after she left her…
Lexington Police investigate a bomb threat at a local Walmart
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Walmart in Lexington was evacuated Saturday evening after police responded to a reported bomb threat, authorities said. The threat…
Pulaski Co. falls 35-7 in 5A state title game
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) - Owensboro defeated Pulaski County 35-7 in the Class 5A State Championship on Saturday night, securing the Red Devils’ first 5A state title and their first state championship since 1986. Running back Evan Hampton…
A cloudy, chilly weekend with a chance for a few flurries Sunday Night
A Cold Start Sets the Tone Today began on a frigid note, with temperatures tumbling into the upper 20s and low 30s early this morning. A light breeze made it feel even colder as you stepped outside. Despite the cold…
LCA Wins first state title in year one under Oakley Watkins
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Christian Eagles won their first state title since 2009 after a 33–28 victory over Owensboro Catholic in the Class 2A State Championship game. The Eagles had reached the state title game…
Boyle Co. dominates 4a state title game, 34-0
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) - The Rebels are state champions, again. Boyle County shutout Franklin County 34-0 on Friday night, marking their fifth state title in six years and 13th in program history. The MVP of Friday night's game…
Kentucky takes down UCLA in four sets; advances to second weekend
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Kentucky Wildcats defeated the UCLA Bruins in four sets (30–28, 25–16, 28–30, 25–17) to advance to the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament. The Wildcats had another strong outing against the Bruins.…
Kentucky suffers beatdown at the hands of Gonzaga; still searching for first signature win
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky basketball suffered its worst loss of the Mark Pope era in a 94–59 defeat to Gonzaga inside Bridgestone Arena on Friday night. The Wildcats found themselves down 19 before making their first…
Two arrested after altercation in Laurel County church parking lot
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - A man and woman are facing assault charges after deputies found them screaming at each other in a…
AI boom expected to raise prices on smartphones, smartwatches and tablets
(ABC36 NEWS NOW) - Consumers may soon see higher prices on everyday tech devices, as analysts warn that the growing demand for artificial intelligence…
Chicago tops list of worst U.S. traffic cities in new Inrix congestion report
(ABC36 NEWS NOW) - A new transportation survey ranks Chicago as the worst city for traffic in the United States this year.…
The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump's birthright citizenship order violates the Constitution
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court agreed on Friday to take up the constitutionality of President Donald Trump's order on birthright citizenship declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American…
Winter-like pattern stays in place for the weekend
It was a fitting end to what has been a pretty dreary and cold week of weather across Central and Eastern Kentucky with more clouds and…
Lexington firefighters’ toy program spreads holiday cheer for 96th year
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – For nearly a century, a beloved Lexington holiday tradition has helped make sure local children wake up to gifts…
Man spends days living in shack outside Jessamine County Library to spotlight homelessness, housing costs
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Nicholasville man is spending several days living in a small shack outside the…
Major fire damages abandoned building in Hazard
HAZARD, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fire crews in Hazard battled a major blaze Thursday night at an abandoned structure on Carter Street. The Hazard Fire Department was called to 509 Carter…
Improperly ventilated heater caused carbon monoxide exposure at Lexington apartments, officials say
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fire officials now say a diesel heater that was not properly ventilated caused the carbon monoxide exposure that sent 10 people to the hospital Thursday afternoon at an apartment complex near New Circle Road.…
Lexington Sporting Club invites the community for their Direct2Kids Angel Tree
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - The Lexington Sporting Club is inviting fans and the community to give back during its Direct to Kids Angel…
Wayne County man arrested after allegedly stabbing girlfriend during disturbance
WAYNE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - A man is behind bars after deputies say he stabbed his girlfriend Wednesday night in the Oil Valley Trailer Park area. According…
US vaccine advisers say not all babies need a hepatitis B shot at birth
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal vaccine advisory committee voted on Friday to end the longstanding recommendation that all U.S. babies get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born. A loud chorus of medical and public health leaders…
Pet ball pythons removed from Lexington home will be up for adoption
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Several pet snakes removed from a Lexington home this week will soon be available for adoption, according to Lexington Animal Care and Control. Officials say…
Two arrested after I-75 chase in Scott County leads to drug seizure
SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two people are facing drug charges after a police chase involving a rental vehicle on Interstate 75 in Scott County. According…
