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Summer Storm Cycle Rolls On This Weekend—Relief Arrives Soon

Storm chances stick around through the weekend before a cold front brings less humid, more comfortable weather by midweek.
Abby Summers,

Less Heat, But Storms Still AroundAfter a full week of oppressive heat and high humidity, things are finally beginning to ease a bit across central and eastern Kentucky. That big ridge of high pressure responsible for our recent heat wave is starting to weaken and slide west. What that means for us is slightly lower temps—afternoon highs on Saturday will…

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Dodging scattered storms for the final weekend of June

Locally heavy downpours will be possible with all the warmth and moisture around
T.G. Shuck,

The early summer heat wave rolled on Friday across central and eastern Kentucky, as temperatures again surged into the low 90s and heat index values flirted with 100° at times. Scattered slow-moving storms popped up throughout the day, producing heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and even a little small hail in some spots. It’s been a hot stretch for sure—but we’re…
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Four new measles cases reported in Kentucky; health officials urge vaccinations

ABC 36 Digital Staff,

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky health officials have reported four new measles cases this week, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the state to six for 2025, according to a release from the Kentucky Department for Public Health. Three of the new cases are within the same household in Woodford County, while the fourth case—reported in…

Williamsburg Firefighters Witness Exploding Propane Tanks
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Williamsburg firefighters witness exploding propane tank, fire destroys home

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

WILLIAMSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A home in Williamsburg is a total loss after a massive fire late Thursday night that drew a large emergency response and triggered a preliminary arson investigation. According to officials, crews were called to the scene around 10:30 p.m. on U.S. 25 West. When firefighters arrived, they encountered heavy flames and several propane tanks…

Nate Morris Enters Senate Race
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Nate Morris enters U.S. Senate race in Kentucky, aligning with Trump’s MAGA movement

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A new contender has entered Kentucky’s closely watched race to succeed retiring U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell. Republican businessman Nate Morris officially announced his Senate bid Thursday, positioning himself as a political outsider aligned with President Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again” movement. Morris is expected to face tough competition in the GOP primary, including…

A Man In Rockcastle County Accused Of Murder Due In Court
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Rockcastle County murder suspect due in court for pretrial conference

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Rockcastle County man charged with murder is expected in court Friday morning for a pretrial conference tied to a deadly 2024 shooting. According to Kentucky State Police, 54-year-old Benjamin Jones Jr. was found with gunshot wounds along Sandhill Road in Livingston and was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect, Terry Burke,…

Flags Lowered To Half Staff In Honor Of Soldier Killed
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Flags lowered to half-staff in honor of soldier killed

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Governor Andy Beshear has ordered flags across Kentucky to be lowered to half-staff Friday in honor of U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer Dustin Wright, who was killed earlier this month in a helicopter training crash at Fort Campbell. According to the governor’s office, flags at all state buildings will remain at half-staff from sunrise…

Dog Found Dead In Apartment, Woman Charged
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Dog found dead in apartment, woman charged

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington woman has been arrested and charged with animal cruelty after one dog was found dead and another severely emaciated inside her home, according to Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control. Officials say Jacara Reed is facing charges of torture of a dog and cruelty to animals after investigators discovered a dog believed to…

Lexington Storm Causes Road Closures, Power Outages
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Lexington storm causes road closures, power outages

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

UPDATE: 11:07 a.m. – Newtown Pike is now open in both directions, after being closed for hours due to Thursday’s storm damage. LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Drivers in north Lexington are being warned of significant road closures following Thursday’s storm, which brought down power lines and poles in several areas. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Newtown Pike…

New Kentucky State Laws In Effect
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New Kentucky state laws in effect

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A wave of new legislation is now in effect across Kentucky, following the General Assembly’s passage of more than 140 bills during this year’s 30-day session. Most of the new laws went into effect Friday, covering a wide range of issues from criminal justice to consumer protection. Key measures now in effect include: Sexual…

Crews On Scene Of Fires On Centre Pkwy And Redding Road Apt.
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Two overnight apartment fires in Lexington displace residents, one person hospitalized

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington firefighters responded to two separate overnight apartment fires early Friday morning, both of which resulted in minor damage and the displacement of residents, according to Battalion Chief Derek Roberts. The first fire was reported at 1349 Centre Parkway around 2:31 a.m. Crews quickly extinguished the flames and contained them to the room where…

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Hot and very humid conditions set to fuel more pop-up showers and storms

After a dry start to Friday, pop-up showers and storms return this afternoon
Dillon Gaudet,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – It’s a familiar setup across central and eastern Kentucky this Friday—hot, humid, and unsettled. Afternoon highs will climb into the low to mid 90s, but it will feel more like 100 to 105 once you factor in the oppressive humidity. The Heat Advisory remains in effect through this evening due to this continued…

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More hot and humid weather on tap to end the week

Scattered storm chances should increase the next few days
T.G. Shuck,

Thursday brought more of the same across the region—highs in the low to mid-90s, heat index values pushing 100+, and just a handful of pop-up storms to briefly break up the heat. If it’s felt like we’ve been stuck in a weather loop, you’re not wrong. This early summer pattern has been locked in for several days, and even though…

Volunteers Needed To Deliver Furniture To Flood Victims
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Volunteers needed to deliver furniture to flood victims

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Franklin County Fiscal Court is issuing an urgent call for volunteers to help at its Flood Relief Center as efforts continue to support local families recovering from recent flooding. Officials say volunteers are especially needed next Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to help move donated furniture. Those with trucks or trailers…

F.c.p.s. Hiring Substitute Bus Drivers And Monitors
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FCPS hiring substitute bus drivers and monitors

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Fayette County Public Schools is hiring substitute bus drivers and bus monitors as it prepares for the upcoming school year. Both positions are temporary and pay $15 an hour. According to the district, bus monitors play a critical role in keeping students safe, particularly those with special needs, while drivers will be responsible for…