Four People Charged In Sallee Drive Break In
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Four people charged in Sallee Drive break-in

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Four individuals are facing multiple charges after a break-in at a Lexington home over the weekend. According to police, the suspects—39-year-old Jose Amaya-Hernandez, 45-year-old Joshua Craddock, 35-year-old Cesar Escalante, and 39-year-old Lauren Miller—have been charged with robbery, burglary, kidnapping, and engaging in organized crime. Investigators allege the group broke into a home on…

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Firefighters fight flames at Lexington apartment complex

Jane Davenport,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Officials say they responded to a fire at 9 p.m. on Monday night at the Beaumont Farms Apartments on Beaumont Centre Lane. Crews say when they arrived, they noticed smoke coming from the building. The fire was upgraded to a second alarm fire to bring in more firefighters. The investigation into what started…

Quiet Tonight With Frigid Temps
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Frigid air settles in behind the winter storm

Angie Ragle,

The winter storm on Sunday and Monday dropped significant snow amounts in many areas in central Kentucky, with Frankfort reporting 8.3 inches of snow and the Blue Grass Airport showing 6 inches.  Ice is another issue, resulting in thousands without power Monday, and many areas getting a quarter to a half of an inch of snow. Tonight, we will be…

Winter Wx
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Fayette Co. Sheriff’s Office activates Winter Care Program

ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office has activated its Winter Care Program, according to a Facebook post from the department. The program aims to provide critical support services to those in need during the winter months. The services offered include: Transportation for healthcare workers to and from their jobs Transportation for individuals attending critical medical…

Laurel County Suspect Charged With Shooting
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Laurel County suspect charged with shooting

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Laurel County man is facing assault charges following a shooting over the weekend, according to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say 56-year-old James Smith was arrested on Sunday after allegedly shooting a 34-year-old man in the chest and face. The incident reportedly occurred outside a home on Wren Road during what…

Woman Accused Of Shooting Boyfriend In Laurel County
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Woman accused of shooting boyfriend in Laurel County

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LONDON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A Laurel County woman has been charged with assault after deputies say she allegedly shot her boyfriend during an argument on Saturday. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred on Full Moon Circle near London. Investigators say 21-year-old Ivy Casteel is accused of shooting the victim in the stomach. The…

Laurel County Roads Covered In Snow And Ice
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Laurel County roads covered in snow and ice

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LONDON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is warning drivers about hazardous road conditions after ice and snow covered the area on Sunday. Deputies say numerous crashes were reported on I-75 due to the slick conditions. Sheriff’s deputies assisted stranded drivers throughout the day. Officials are urging motorists to use caution while traveling in the…

Ice Threat Continues Overnight
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Ice threat continues overnight

Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
Dillon Gaudet,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After heavy morning and afternoon snow our attention turns to the ice threat for central and eastern Kentucky overnight. The highest threat for ice will be along the I-64 corridor. That is where half an inch of more of ice will be possible. We will likely see the freezing rain threat last through…

Trooper Injured On I 65 Kentucky State Police
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Trooper injured after car hit in Hart County

ABC 36 Digital Staff,

HART COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Kentucky State Police trooper was struck on Interstate 65 in Hart County while responding to incidents during the ongoing severe weather. According to authorities, the trooper is receiving medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. This incident highlights the dangers of current travel conditions as winter weather continues to impact the region. Officials are…

Winter Storm Impacts
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ABC 36 Winter Weather Impact Days; Governor declares State of Emergency

ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A significant winter storm is in the forecast from Sunday through the day on Monday. A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for the northern half of the area, with a Winter Weather Advisory in the forecast for southern Kentucky. This begins with a heavy band of snow Sunday before the ice threat moves…