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New species of ancient shark discovered in Mammoth Cave
MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Scientists have uncovered a new species of ancient shark deep beneath Mammoth Cave National Park, the University of Kentucky’s Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences announced. Dubbed Macadens olsoni, the fossilized shark lived more than 335 million years ago, during a period when the region was submerged under a shallow sea….
Kentucky Lawmakers Face Push for Public Registry of Domestic Violence Offenders
KENTUCKY (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentuckians are rallying behind a petition urging state lawmakers to establish a public, searchable registry of domestic violence offenders. The proposal gained momentum following the murder of social worker Hayley Davidson, who was killed by her boyfriend—a sheriff’s deputy—before he took his own life. Supporters say a registry modeled on the state’s sex-offender database would…
Former Laurel County school police chief faces DUI arraignment
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Dan Smoot, the former police chief for the Laurel County School District, is scheduled for arraignment Monday on DUI charges, court records show. Smoot, 65, was arrested last Friday on suspicion of driving under the influence. School officials terminated his employment as district police chief after the arrest, noting he was off duty…
Kentucky woman due in court in mother’s shooting death case
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Laurel County woman accused of fatally shooting her mother is scheduled for a pretrial conference Monday, court records show. 26-year-old Brianna Rich faces a murder charge in the March 14 death of her mother, Carol Rich, at their Burnett Road home. According to the indictment, deputies discovered Carol Rich with a gunshot…
Investigation continues after deadly ATV crash in Perry County
PERRY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Perry County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal all-terrain vehicle crash that claimed the life of a local man Friday. According to a sheriff’s office news release, 28-year-old Joseph Brett Ray was riding an ATV on Bull Creek Road in Cornettsville when the vehicle crashed. Perry County Coroner’s Office officials pronounced Ray…
Lexington’s Back-to-School Fun Festival offers free supplies and health checkups
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — As the first day of school approaches, Lexington families can get ready at a free Back-to-School Fun Festival Monday. Officials say the event runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Bluegrass Community Health Center’s Eagle Creek location. Attendees will receive complimentary backpacks filled with school supplies, on-site health screenings, and a special appearance…
Funeral services set for Wayne County teen Cayleb Rice after fatal crash
MONTICELLO, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Funeral arrangements have been announced for 16-year-old Cayleb Rice of Wayne County, who died in a crash Friday, three weeks shy of his 17th birthday, according to his obituary. Rice, who played football and basketball and would have been a sophomore this fall, will lie in state at Monticello First Baptist Church for two…
Hot and humid stretch continues, relief in sight late week
A Heat Advisory is in effect through Wednesday evening.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – It’s another steamy start across central and eastern Kentucky as our stretch of hot and humid weather marches on. Morning temperatures began in the low-to-mid 70s, with dew points already climbing into the oppressive range. Unfortunately, things won’t be letting up anytime soon. Afternoon highs today will once again reach the low 90s,…
July Ends with Sizzling Heat, But Relief is in Sight
Hot and humid conditions stick around through midweek before cooler, less muggy air moves in late week.
Heat and Humidity Keep Their Grip on the Region The final weekend of July wrapped up with yet another round of summer sizzle across Central and Eastern Kentucky. Sunday afternoon highs climbed back into the low to mid-90s, and with humidity running high, heat index values once again pushed near or above 100 degrees in many spots. Scattered showers and…
Lexington Sporting Club falls to Louisville City FC in last minute rally
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington fell 2-1 to Louisville City FC on Saturday night. After the greens took a 1-0 lead in the 86th minute, Lou City was able to rally two goals in stoppage time. Jake Morris scored both goals for the team. Despite the loss, the match pulled in a record attendance of 8,252 fans….
Heat Holds On, But Relief is in Sight by Midweek
Another Round of 90s and Triple-Digit Heat Indices Expected Before a Late-Week Cool Down
The Heat and Humidity Keep Rolling The late July heat and humidity rolled right along Saturday afternoon across Central and Eastern Kentucky, and it doesn’t look to be letting up anytime soon. With a strong upper-level ridge overhead, we had plenty of sunshine once again, allowing temperatures to soar into the low and mid-90s. Add in a light but steady…
UPDATE: Knox County man killed in collision with deputy’s vehicle, KSP investigates
CORBIN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police Post 10 is investigating a fatal collision involving a Knox County deputy’s vehicle on SE Business Drive in Corbin. According to a KSP news release, troopers and a detective from Post 10 responded Thursday at approximately 9:30 p.m. at the request of Knox County Dispatch. Preliminary findings indicate a Knox County…
Lexington PD welcomes 15 new officers after 26-week academy graduation
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Lexington Police Department expanded its ranks Friday as 15 new officers were sworn in by Mayor Linda Gorton following completion of a rigorous 26-week training academy. The recruit class began with 25 trainees. Over the course of the program, they covered everything from defensive tactics and firearms qualification to community policing and mental-health…
Man arrested after hit-and-run collision with horse and buggy in Bath County
BATH COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Mount Sterling man faces multiple charges after allegedly striking a horse and buggy and fleeing the scene early Friday, Kentucky State Police say. New video provided to ABC36 NEWS NOW by viewer Alvin Pollard appears to show a vehicle, allegedly driven by 21-year-old Ricardo Salas, colliding with the horse and buggy on…
More heat and humidity for the final weekend of July
Make sure and hydrate properly for any outdoor activities
The late July heat and humidity kept its grip on Central and Eastern Kentucky Friday as sunshine dominated much of the day. Afternoon highs climbed into the low and even mid-90s in some locations, and with a light southwest breeze pulling in extra moisture, heat index values once again surged over the 100-degree mark. A few spots west of Lexington…
Dillon Gaudet at Kentucky Horse Park arena for Hats Off Day preview
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Cinderella The Enchanted Version at Lexington Children’s Theatre
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Redeeming Hope Therapeutic Foster Home fundraiser
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Dillon Gaudet and Dr. Friend with Western Dreamer for Hats Off Day
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Education leaders urge pause on enforcing Kentucky Senate Bill 181
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Education and community leaders are calling on lawmakers to suspend enforcement of Senate Bill 181, citing concerns over its broad restrictions on public school employees’ free speech, outside employment and civic involvement. Critics say the law’s vague language has sown confusion and fear among teachers, undermining morale and trust with the communities they serve….
R. J. Corman Tour de Lex bike ride
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City of Richmond covers 911 service fee for residents, for now
City allocates $2.3 million from general fund as future model remains uncertain
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Richmond residents are now not having to pay a 911 service fee, because city leaders have decided to cover the cost. The City of Richmond is absorbing the newly instituted fee by using $2.3 million from its general fund. The decision to implement the fee follows a Madison County ordinance passed last year…
Lexington police search for armed robbery suspect
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington police are investigating an armed robbery that took place early Tuesday at the 400 block of Rodgers Road. Officers say a suspect confronted a victim around 12:20 a.m., demanded property at gunpoint and fled with the items. No injuries were reported. The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is asked to contact the…