MOREHEAD, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A 15-year-old boy is dead and his sister is recovering after a shooting in Morehead early Sunday morning, in what police are calling a chaotic situation just blocks from their department headquarters. Officers with the Morehead Police Department say they heard gunfire around 2:30 a.m. Sunday while on patrol near West Sun Street….
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky’s statewide permit testing event is back on track, with online registration now open for the Aug. 2 testing day. After a brief delay, the Kentucky State Police says the registration portal reopened Saturday at 9 a.m. Eastern at telegov.egov.com/KSP. More than 1,300 written test slots are available at 12 locations across the state,…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police and Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky are partnering on a new effort to keep kids safe online. The organizations have released a series of 10 short training videos covering topics such as gaming safety, digital grooming, sextortion, and more. Officials say the free training — which takes less than 45 minutes to…
ROGERS, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man is recovering after a dramatic rescue in Wolfe County Friday afternoon when he fell nearly 50 feet off a cliff in the Tarr Ridge area of Rogers. Rescuers say the man left home Thursday night and never returned. Family members and deputies searching the area heard his cries for help coming from…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky storm recovery is still underway, and FEMA is reminding survivors of this spring’s severe weather that deadlines to apply for assistance are fast approaching. According to FEMA, more than $2.6 million has already been approved for survivors of the May tornadoes, but applications for that aid must be submitted by Tuesday, July 23….
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After several days of active weather, Monday brings one final round of heavy rain potential across central and eastern Kentucky, with a Flood Watch in effect through 8 PM this evening. While not everyone will see downpours, areas that do may experience localized flash flooding due to the saturated ground and slow-moving storms….
WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Winchester police are asking for help finding a second suspect wanted in connection with an ATM tampering investigation and police chase over the weekend. According to police, the man was caught on camera after officers responded to a bank alarm reporting an ATM had been tampered with. When officers tried to stop the car…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington fire captain arrested last week in Clark County is scheduled to appear in court Monday afternoon. According to court records, Captain Brandon Voet is set for arraignment at 1 p.m. on a misdemeanor assault charge. The Lexington Fire Department said Voet, who has been with the department since 2006 and was named…
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LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Laurel County man is in jail after deputies say he led them on a chase, caused a crash, and fled into the woods before being captured. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to a fight at an apartment complex Saturday night when a car sped away from the…
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to find a woman who has been reported missing since Friday afternoon. According to the sheriff’s office, 24-year-old Hannah N. Smith was last seen around 4 p.m. on July 19 in the area of Kentucky 30, about 10 miles northeast of London. Deputies…
Flash Flooding Threat Continues Through Monday A Flood Watch remains in effect through 8 PM Monday for most of central and eastern Kentucky, where the ground is already saturated from recent heavy rainfall. Be alert if you’re in low-lying or flood-prone areas — especially near creeks and streams that respond quickly to intense rainfall. Showers and storms continue to roll…
Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding Threat Moves In A slow-moving line of showers and storms continues to push east out of western Kentucky and Indiana this afternoon, bringing very heavy rainfall to some areas. Rainfall rates of 2–4 inches per hour are possible in the heaviest storms, which could quickly lead to flash flooding—especially in locations that picked up heavy…
A Flood Watch remains in effect through 8 PM Friday for eastern Kentucky, where the ground is already saturated from recent heavy rainfall. Be alert if you’re in low-lying or flood-prone areas — especially near creeks and streams that respond quickly to intense rainfall. Scattered Storms, Heavy Rain Possible TodayScattered showers and thunderstorms will continue to develop and redevelop…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The University of Kentucky has launched an investigation after a controversial petition — described as allegedly anti-Semitic — was linked to a UK employee, according to university officials. President Eli Capilouto confirmed the employee has been removed from teaching duties while the investigation is underway. He called the petition “repugnant” and said it may…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington fire captain has been arrested in Clark County on a misdemeanor assault charge, according to the Lexington Fire Department. In a media advisory from Battalion Chief Derek Roberts, officials said Captain Brandon Voet was arrested July 17 on a charge of fourth-degree assault, a misdemeanor, according to state law. Voet, who has…
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MERCER COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Mercer County man is facing serious charges, including attempted murder of a first responder, after a late-night incident involving deputies Thursday. According to the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were attempting to locate 53-year-old Troy Simmons on behalf of the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office and to serve two local warrants when one…
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SOMERSET, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police say a Wayne County man already facing child sexual exploitation charges has now been indicted on additional charges after a juvenile victim came forward alleging rape. According to a release from KSP, 25-year-old Jorge Martin Vasquez Jr. was initially arrested May 9 following an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. Detectives…
UPDATE: 12:05 p.m. – Officials have given the all-clear and residents are now able to return to their homes. ORIGINAL STORY: LAWRENCEBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Anderson County Emergency Management is urging residents near the old YKK plant on Industry Road to evacuate due to a gas leak. In a social media alert Friday, officials said anyone living within…