LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Drivers in Lexington should prepare for lane closures and potential delays as construction crews continue work on the New Circle Road widening project. According to city officials, starting at 1 p.m. Thursday, a lane on Leestown Road at the New Circle Road bridge will be closed. Later, at 9 p.m., another lane will be…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – It’s a cold and quiet start to your Thursday, but big changes are on the way as heavy rain moves in later today and into the overnight hours. Here’s what you need to know to plan your day and the days ahead: Thursday: Rain Develops, Heavy at Times Overnight This morning kicks off…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As the Big Blue Slam blood drive competition enters its fourth day, Florida fans have reclaimed the lead over Kentucky, according to the Kentucky Blood Center (KBC). KBC reports that Florida now leads Kentucky 757 to 724 after their biggest donation day yet, with nearly 270 donors stepping up. Despite the setback, KBC encourages…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Survivors of gun violence in Lexington are invited to attend a community forum Thursday evening on Sparta Court. Organizers with One Lexington say the event is designed to provide a space for those impacted by gun violence to share their experiences and concerns. Mental health professionals will also be available to offer support. The…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Catholic Action Center is warning supporters of a scam email going around. In a post to Facebook, they say scammers are emailing supporters pretending to be CEO and co-founder Ginny Ramsey and asking for gift cards. The organization says this is a scam, do not respond to the email. Categories: Featured, Local…
Our tranquil stretch of weather continued Wednesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky with more sunshine and pleasant conditions as high pressure held on for another day. A persistent southwest breeze during the overnight hours held temperatures in check so most locations were in the upper 30s to begin the day. Even with winds shifting around to the west, afternoon highs…
UPDATE: Steven Sheangshang, accused of shooting to death Scott County Deputy Caleb Conley, pleaded guilty in court Wednesday, and will spend the rest of his life behind bars, without the possibility of parole. More details to come on ABC 36 News on air and online. GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The man accused of killing Scott County Deputy…
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HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A routine traffic stop in Harrodsburg led officers to execute a search warrant at a Mercer County residence, resulting in the discovery of a significant amount of fentanyl and multiple weapons, according to the Harrodsburg Police Department. Authorities say officers conducted the traffic stop after observing several infractions. During the investigation, suspected fentanyl was…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The annual Big Blue Slam blood drive competition between Kentucky and Florida is heating up, with UK fans making a strong comeback on day two. According to the Kentucky Blood Center (KBC), Wildcats fans turned out in force on Tuesday, contributing 257 donations and overtaking Florida’s early lead from Monday. Kentucky now leads the…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Volunteers are heading out across Lexington Wednesday night for the city’s annual Lex-Count, an initiative aimed at assessing the number of people experiencing homelessness. According to city officials, teams of volunteers will visit dozens of outdoor sites throughout the community to count individuals without shelter. In addition to gathering data, volunteers will distribute care…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two community forums focused on gun violence are scheduled this week in Lexington, providing residents an opportunity to discuss concerns and seek support. According to One Lexington, the first forum will take place Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Marksbury Family Branch Library on Versailles Road, specifically for the Cardinal Valley community. The second…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Wednesday! The calm and pleasant weather today will soon give way to an active end to the workweek. High pressure building across the Ohio Valley will keep today’s conditions quiet and sunny, with temperatures topping out in the low 50s. Winds, initially breezy, will ease throughout the day as the high settles…
KNOXVILLE, Tn. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The volunteers undefeated season in Thompson-Boling is no more. In a thrilling finish, the cats held out to hand #8 Tennessee a 78-73 loss, snapping a two game SEC losing streak. Kentucky had to rely on the depth of their team for this win. Lamont Butler was ruled “out” for Tuesday’s game. Travis…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Police have made an arrest in connection to the December 26, 2024, shooting death of 63-year-old Maurice Elliot on Newtown Pike. According to police, Shawn Blanks, 54, was taken into custody on Tuesday, and charged with murder and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon. He’s being held at the Fayette County Detention…
UPDATE: ROWAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) is investigating a deadly trooper-involved shooting that occurred Tuesday morning in Rowan County. According to KSP, a trooper responded to a domestic violence call at a home near Morehead around 11:30 a.m. When he got there, the trooper reportedly found the suspect, identified as Thomas Crouch Jr., armed…
It was another sunny and pleasant day across Central and Eastern Kentucky Tuesday, which has been a rarity given the unseasonably cold and active weather pattern we’ve seen much of January. With high pressure in control across the region along with a breezy southwest wind, afternoon highs surged into the upper 40s and low 50s which is several degrees above average…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Mayor Linda Gorton delivered the annual State of the City address, reflecting on the city’s growth in 2024 and looking ahead to future goals. The City Bank Center was full of government leaders, local organizations, and others celebrating Lexington’s 250th anniversary. The celebration was the backdrop for Mayor Linda Gorton’s State of the…
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Steven Sheangshang, accused of fatally shooting Scott County Deputy Caleb Conley during a traffic stop on I-75 in May 2023, is scheduled for a change of plea hearing in Scott County Circuit Court on Wednesday, according to court records. Sheangshang, 46, was indicted on charges including murder of a police officer, robbery, and possession…
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