LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — It’s been one month since a historic and deadly tornado tore through parts of Laurel and Pulaski counties, killing 20 people and leaving dozens more injured. The recovery process has been slow, as residents begin the long journey of rebuilding homes, businesses, and lives. For many, the trauma of that night still lingers….
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man is behind bars after a high-speed chase that began in Woodford County and ended in a Lexington neighborhood. According to an arrest citation, 27-year-old Nathaniel Danzy fled from a traffic stop and reached speeds of 120 miles per hour on I-64. The pursuit continued through neighborhoods in Lexington, where Danzy allegedly drove…
It’s been a stormy stretch across Central and Eastern Kentucky, and Tuesday kept the soggy trend going. Scattered showers and slow-moving thunderstorms dotted the region, bringing locally heavy downpours and some minor flooding concerns, especially in poor drainage areas. With the thick cloud cover and limited sunshine, most spots struggled to climb out of the upper 70s and low 80s—well…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman is backing Democratic candidate Cherlynn Stevenson in one of Kentucky’s most closely watched congressional races. Coleman officially endorsed Stevenson’s campaign for Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District during a press conference Tuesday at Commonwealth Pediatrics in Lexington. The event also marked the start of Stevenson’s district-wide tour, where she plans to hold…
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GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Georgetown Police are issuing a safety alert after multiple thefts were reported during Facebook Marketplace meetups in local neighborhoods. According to investigators, suspects arranged to purchase iPhones in the Elkhorn Meadows and River Chase areas — then grabbed the phones and ran. None of the stolen devices have been recovered. To help prevent future…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky is set to receive more than $73 million in a new legal settlement with Purdue Pharma, bringing the state’s total opioid crisis recovery funds to over $1 billion. Attorney General Russell Coleman announced the agreement Monday, calling it a major step in holding Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family further accountable for their…
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Two people are now in custody following a high-speed chase that occurred in Montgomery County back in April. According to deputies, Edward Richmond led law enforcement on a pursuit that reached speeds over 100 miles per hour before being called off for safety reasons. He was arrested a few days later. Investigators later…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A Cup of Common Wealth in downtown Lexington is cleaning up after its store window was shattered over the weekend. The store’s founder, Salvador Sanchez, said it’s unfortunately not an uncommon occurrence. In fact, it has happened so frequently that the shop now sells T-shirts featuring the infamous shattered windows. “We’ve had maybe…
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Police have made an arrest in connection to a fight caught on camera in the parking lot of the London Walmart. According to the London Police Department, one juvenile has been taken into custody and charged with first-degree strangulation and fourth-degree assault. The teen has been transported to the Breathitt Regional Juvenile Detention Center….
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – It’s another sticky summer day across central and eastern Kentucky, and once again, scattered storms are back in the forecast. Today won’t be a total washout, but intermittent downpours are likely to pop up through the afternoon and early evening. The primary concern continues to be localized flash flooding, especially in areas that…
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LEE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police are investigating a suspected murder-suicide after two people were found dead inside a home in Beattyville. Troopers say the bodies of 48-year-old Bearl Ashcraft Jr. and his girlfriend, 28-year-old Hayley Davidson, were discovered Monday during a welfare check at a home on Sally Davis Road. Investigators believe Ashcraft shot and…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — One person is dead following an early morning crash in Lexington. According to police, the collision happened around 2 a.m. in the 3600 block of Boston Road, near Dylan Place and Man o’ War Boulevard. Investigators say a man driving a car lost control and crashed. The Fayette County Coroner pronounced the driver dead…
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center serving survivors of last month’s deadly tornado in Laurel County has moved to a new location. According to FEMA, residents seeking assistance can now visit the recovery center at Somerset Community College on University Drive in London. The center was previously located at the Laurel County Public Library…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky men’s basketball kicked off their preseason on Monday, with four players returning from last year’s roster. Among them is sophomore guard Collin Chandler, who played in 30 games last season as a freshman and led the team in steals in seven games. Chandler finished his rookie season strong, hitting a three-pointer in…
After a weekend that felt straight out of July—with warm, muggy air and scattered storms that brought downpours and even a few flooding issues—Monday brought more of the same for Central and Eastern Kentucky. That upper-level energy from the weekend finally began shifting east, but a new wave started working in from the southwest. That added just enough instability to…
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Bourbon Day may have been Saturday, but the celebration is still going strong in the heart of bourbon country. Bourbon Week is underway in Downtown Frankfort, with events that include bourbon tastings, live music, shopping, and unique themed experiences. From barrel-aged candles and handcrafted sipping glasses to bourbon-infused snacks, local shops are offering plenty…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — It wasn’t the Father’s Day surprise anyone wanted—another broken window at A Cup of Common Wealth. But thanks to a group of dads and friends, the aftermath turned into a community effort. The incident happened Sunday at the downtown Lexington coffee shop. After discovering the shattered window, friends and local fathers showed up with…
PERRY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A burglary investigation is underway in Perry County after thousands of dollars in guns and jewelry were stolen—along with the victim’s vehicle. Deputies say it happened Saturday afternoon in the Ball Creek area of Ary. The suspect allegedly broke in through a back door, taking multiple firearms, a jewelry box worth approximately $4,000,…
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Six people were rescued over the weekend after becoming stranded while tubing on Elkhorn Creek near Stillwater Campground. Emergency crews, including Frankfort Fire and EMS, responded quickly and were able to bring everyone safely back to shore. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Officials say recent heavy rainfall caused fast-moving currents, which can make…