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Fayette County Schools faces $20M drop in carry-forward balance, superintendent says

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Demetrus Liggins is alerting district leaders and stakeholders about a significant drop in the school system’s carry-forward balance for the 2025-26 budget year, citing multiple factors that will reduce the amount available compared to earlier projections. In an email to the district’s Budget Solutions Work Group and other stakeholders,…

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Feeling like mid-August to end the week

Afternoon highs will climb back in the low to mid-90s the next few days
T.G. Shuck,

Thursday brought that classic mid-August feel to Central and Eastern Kentucky — warm, sticky, and just a touch unsettled. With a mix of clouds and sunshine, afternoon highs pushed into the upper 80s to near 90° right on par for this time of year. A weak front draped across the region sparked a few isolated storms and like we’ve seen…

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Mother pleads not guilty in death of 10-year old son

ABC 36 Digital Staff,

BREATHITT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Breathitt County mother charged in connection with the death of her 10-year-old son, Jayden Spicer, made her first court appearance Thursday. Felicia Gross, 33, pleaded not guilty via video conference during her arraignment. She is being held at the Kentucky River Regional Jail. According to Kentucky State Police, Gross is charged with…

Deadly Crash In Harlan County
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Two killed, one injured in Harlan County crash

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

HARLAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Officials in Harlan County are investigating a deadly crash that claimed two lives Wednesday afternoon. According to the Harlan County Coroner’s Office, authorities were called to the intersection of US 421 and US 119 in Baxter at 12:14 p.m. Deputy Coroner John Jones pronounced two people dead at the scene: Phyllis Frazier, of…

Man Arrested On An Attempted Murder Charge
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Barbourville man accused of trying to run over police during high-speed chase

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

BARBOURVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Barbourville man is facing multiple charges after police say he tried to run over two officers during a high-speed chase Tuesday. According to investigators, 43-year-old Kenny Frye was stopped at a routine safety checkpoint when he allegedly accelerated toward the officers. Police say the chase reached speeds of up to 112 miles per…

Devine Carama Talks Gun Violence In Lexington
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Devine Carama talks gun violence in Lexington

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – In the wake of three shootings over the weekend, One Lexington Director Devine Carama says the incidents highlight the need for continued community action. Carama told ABC 36 News that the shootings have been varied in circumstances — one involving unhoused individuals, another involving a young person, and a third potentially tied to a…

Kentucky Power Ball Winner Body Cam Footage Of Arrest
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Florida bodycam video shows Kentucky Powerball winner arrested after altercation with deputy

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Newly released body camera video shows the arrest of a recent Kentucky Powerball winner accused of attacking a Florida deputy. According to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened in April at the TradeWinds Resort on St. Pete Beach. Deputies were called to break up a fight between 50-year-old James Farthing…

Kentucky Horse Park Celebrates Back To School
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Kentucky Horse Park celebrates Back-to-School

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Back-to-school season wasn’t just for Kentucky students this week—the Kentucky Horse Park joined the fun with a playful “first day” post featuring some of its well-known equine residents. On Wednesday, the park shared photos of its horses along with their ages. The oldest, Mr. Muscleman, is a 25-year-old veteran of the stables. The youngest,…

Louisville Zoo Has Two New Koalas!
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Louisville Zoo has two new Koalas!

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Louisville Zoo is celebrating two adorable new arrivals—koalas Chuckels and Myalla. The pair arrived in Louisville on Wednesday after being safely transported from the West Coast with the help of UPS. Mayor Craig Greenberg joined zoo officials in welcoming the animals, saying the duo is sure to delight the thousands of visitors who…

I 64 And I 75 Rolling Pothole Repairs Start
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I-64 and I-75 rolling pothole repairs start

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Drivers should plan for overnight delays as pothole repairs get underway tonight on sections of I-64 and I-75 in Central Kentucky. Starting Thursday evening, crews will work on I-64 westbound near Exit 69 in Scott County, continuing into Woodford County. Rolling roadblocks will be in place, with delays expected through 2 a.m. On I-75…

Cincinnati Brawl Suspects Return To Court
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Six suspects arraigned in violent Cincinnati brawl; one faces new federal gun charge

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

CINCINNATI (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Six suspects accused in a violent downtown brawl appeared in court Thursday for their arraignments. All six face charges of aggravated riot and felonious assault, with possible prison sentences of nearly 30 years if convicted. One of the suspects, 34-year-old Montainez Merriweather, is also facing new federal charges for illegally possessing a firearm as a…

Two Traffic Stops Lead To A Drug Bust In Pulaski County
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Two arrested in separate Pulaski County traffic stops; drugs and firearms seized

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two men are facing multiple charges after separate Pulaski County traffic stops led to significant drug seizures. According to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, deputies stopped 51-year-old Sean Campbell of Liberty on Monday along the Cumberland Parkway. A search turned up more than 100 grams of methamphetamine, liquid methadone, drug paraphernalia, and a…

Monticello Vehicle Fire Sparks Minor Alarm
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Vehicle fire at Monticello McDonald’s caused by wiring issue; no injuries reported

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

MONTICELLO, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Monticello firefighters were called to the McDonald’s parking lot late Wednesday after reports of a vehicle on fire. The call came in at 10:17 p.m., and crews arrived quickly to find the blaze was caused by a minor electrical wiring issue. Firefighters said no one was injured, and the vehicle sustained only limited damage….

Highland Turner Elementary Mourns Loss Of Student Jayden Spicer
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Highland-Turner elementary mourns loss of student Jayden Spicer

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

BREATHITT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Breathitt County is continuing to mourn the loss of 10-year-old Jayden Spicer, a Highland-Turner Elementary student who was preparing to start fourth grade this fall. The school district announced that a moment of silence will be held in his honor, and students and staff are invited to wear blue on Thursday and Friday…

Breathitt County Community Holds Vigil For Jayden Spicer
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Breathitt County community holds vigil for Jayden Spicer

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

BREATHITT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Breathitt County community came together Wednesday to remember 10-year-old Jayden Spicer, whose body was found earlier this week after nearly a week of searching. Family and friends gathered for a vigil, sharing memories of the boy they described as full of life and energy. According to his obituary, Jayden loved being outdoors…