PADUCAH, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Governor Andy Beshear is celebrating what he called a major milestone for economic development in Western Kentucky, as General Matter and the American Uranium Enrichment Company move forward with plans to build a $1.5 billion uranium enrichment facility in Paducah. The project, described as the largest investment in the region’s history, is expected to…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Green’s Toyota of Lexington is helping local families gear up for the new school year by donating backpacks to students at Yates Elementary as part of a nationwide giveback effort. The dealership handed out supplies to 400 students through Toyota’s annual summer giveback program, which is part of a national partnership with the Kids…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Rotary Club of Lexington has donated $25,000 to Baby Health Services, the 2025 beneficiary of its annual Dancing with the Lexington Stars fundraiser. The nonprofit provides free medical care to children without health insurance, including well-child checkups, school physicals, sick visits, and medications—serving children through high school. Originally founded in 1914 as Mothers’…
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After a couple of stormy days across Central and Eastern Kentucky, Thursday gave us a well-earned break for some folks across the area but unfortunately not everyone. Morning sunshine along with some instability helped fuel some heavy rain producing and very slow moving storms right over Lexington and the heart of the metro area during the early part of Thursday…
ANNVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Federal authorities have arrested a woman in connection to a fire that destroyed a historic building in Annville, Kentucky. According to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Shelia Clemons has been charged in federal court with arson of property affecting interstate commerce. The charge follows an investigation into what officials say…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington welcomed national nonprofit Cities United this week as part of its Leading the Way Tour, which supports community-driven efforts to reduce violence. The visit, according to the Mayor’s Office, also included the release of the updated 2025–2028 ONE Lexington Strategic Plan. Cities United is investing more than $100,000 into local youth violence prevention…
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WAYNE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Monticello woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting her grandfather during a dispute over the use of his car, according to Wayne County Sheriff Tim Catron. Deputies were called to a residence on American Legion Road around 5:43 p.m. on August 6 for an assault in progress. When they arrived, they…
HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Apple is making a major investment in Kentucky, announcing a $2.5 billion expansion of the Corning manufacturing facility in Mercer County. Apple CEO Tim Cook says the investment will significantly boost production of cover glass for iPhones and Apple Watches, with all new devices soon to feature glass made at the Harrodsburg plant. “I’m…
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Fire crews in Somerset spent hours battling a challenging fire inside a sawdust silo at an industrial site on Race Track Road. According to the Somerset Fire Department, the fire broke out Tuesday afternoon and was difficult to extinguish due to the dense buildup of sawdust inside the silo. Crews remained on scene…
Mostly Dry Today with a Pop-Up Storm PossibleAfter a few days with scattered storms and patchy fog, we’re finally getting a break in the action. A ridge of high pressure is sliding in from the west, and that will help squash most of the shower and storm activity across the area today. Expect a mix of sun and clouds with…
EASTERN KENTUCKY (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources says Eastern Kentucky’s bald eagle population is soaring, with a 20% increase in active nests documented in the region since the last survey. Biologists surveyed the area earlier this year as part of a rotating, statewide aerial monitoring effort that began in 2021. Officials say 41…
WHITESTOWN, In. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – During the Great Lakes Regional of the Little League World Series on Monday, Kentucky manager Jake Riordan went viral on social media for his unexpected strategy. With bases loaded and no outs, Riordan visited the mound not to talk strategy, but to crack a joke. The light moment worked. Eastern Little League gave…
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BARDSTOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The first person convicted in connection with the 2015 disappearance and murder of Crystal Rogers has been sentenced to 17 years in prison. Steve Lawson was found guilty in May of conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with physical evidence in the high-profile case involving the Bardstown mother of five. On Wednesday, Judge Charles…
It was another warm August day across Central and Eastern Kentucky with a mix of sunshine and clouds, and highs settling into the mid-80s. A few scattered storms popped up during the afternoon, particularly in areas east of I-65, similar to Tuesday’s setup. For the spots that did see rain, it came down fast and heavy, leading to some localized…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Despite the loss of Dane Key and Barion Brown to the transfer portal, the wide receiver room is still deep and talented. First year receivers coach L’Damian Washington is impressed with the four talented players the wildcats gained from the portal; Troy Stellato (Clemson), Kendrick Law (Alabama), JJ Hester (Oklahoma), and Ashton Cozart…
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