LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington city leaders held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of a new office space for the city’s Community Paramedicine Program. Mayor Linda Gorton was joined by Fire Chief Jason Wells and members of the Lexington Police Department for the event, which took place at the new facility on Cisco Road. The new…
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Fayette County Board of Education is moving forward with plans to acquire more land for the RISE STEM Academy for Girls, saying it will use eminent domain to secure the property. According to a statement from the district, the expansion does not impact any homes, but will affect portions of several backyards…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington woman is celebrating a century of life, reflecting on a journey full of faith, family, and unforgettable adventures. Jean Haney turned 100 years old this week. Born in Science Hill in 1925, Haney graduated from high school during World War II and went on to raise three children in Somerset. Her life…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A longtime staple of Lexington’s music scene is preparing to close its doors. CD Central, the beloved independent record store on South Limestone, announced in a Facebook post that it will shut down next month after 30 years in business. The store’s owner says the decision to sell was personal, not financial, and a…
A Few Afternoon Storms Still in the Mix TodayWe’re still under the influence of that sluggish upper-level system, and it’s keeping just enough instability around to pop a few isolated to scattered showers and storms this afternoon—especially across areas east of I-65. Not everyone will see rain, but if you do, you could pick up a quick downpour, some gusty…
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Tuesday turned out to be another pleasant early August day across Central and Eastern Kentucky. A good bit of cloud cover helped keep highs in check, holding them in the low to mid-80s—well below what we typically see this time of year. With humidity levels increasing a bit during the day, a few showers and storms flaring up in the…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Shih Tzu puppy stolen from Petland Lexington is now safe and back at the store, thanks to quick action from Lexington Police and help from the community. Surveillance footage from Saturday, August 2, showed a woman placing the puppy in her purse and walking out of the store. The suspect was seen leaving…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is once again asking for the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Jeremiah Cole, who has gone missing for the second time in just over a week. Cole was initially reported missing on July 28 and was found safe the following day. However, deputies say he was last seen again…
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LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — London Police are inviting families and neighbors to come together Tuesday evening for the city’s annual National Night Out — a nationwide event focused on building stronger, safer communities through connection with local law enforcement. The event runs from 7 to 9 p.m. at 500 College Park Drive. Attendees can meet local first responders,…
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — After a crash, your child’s car seat could be hiding serious damage—even if it looks fine and wasn’t being used at the time. That’s the reminder from the Georgetown Police Department as families hit the road this back-to-school season. According to federal safety guidelines, car seats should always be replaced after a moderate or…
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WARREN COUNTY, Ky. (WHAS 11 NEWS) – New jailhouse phone calls are shedding light on Brooks Houck’s conversations– just hours after being convicted of murdering Crystal Rogers.. We’re hearing what he said to his family about the verdict, his assets, and what happens next. Newly released jail phone calls reveal conversations Brooks Houck had with his family after being convicted…
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Prestonsburg Police Department is investigating a string of vehicle shootings that happened late Friday night near the Bull Creek Trade Center. According to police, four drivers have now come forward reporting bullet damage to their vehicles. All the incidents occurred within a 20-minute window along U.S. 23. Investigators believe the shootings may have…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Frankfort Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect connected to a recent burglary at the Hawkeegan Market. Investigators released a surveillance image of the individual and are urging anyone who may recognize the person to contact the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the department’s…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington woman has been arrested after police say they intercepted two suspicious packages containing more than 35 pounds of suspected methamphetamine. According to Lexington Police, narcotics enforcement detectives began investigating a tip last Wednesday about the arrival of two suspicious packages in Lexington. With assistance from the department’s Intelligence Center and the Kentucky…
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