Lexington Police responding to car break-ins
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Localized heavy rain on Tuesday ahead of stronger storms late Wednesday
A Flood Watch is in effect for parts of eastern Kentucky through 10 PM Tuesday
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…
Local coffee shop appears on national morning news show
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State police investigating apparent murder-suicide in Lee County
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…
Overnight crash in Lexington leaves one dead
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 FEMA disaster recovery center relocated
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…
Collin Chandler heading into year two with confidence
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…
Unsettled weather pattern hangs tough the next few days
Look for more scattered showers and locally heavy downpours
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…
Traveling with Teri: Paris Bourbon County Y.M.C.A.
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Bourbon Week continues in Frankfort with tastings, live music, and bourbon-inspired shopping
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…
Baptist Health Lexington is teaming up with Kentucky Blood Center
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Lexington coffee shop targeted again, but local dads turn Father’s Day damage into cleanup teamwork
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 deputies recover stolen guns, jewelry, and vehicle in Ary burglary investigation
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,…
Six rescued from Elkhorn Creek after tubing trip turns dangerous near Stillwater Campground
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…
City trash pickup change in schedule
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A quick reminder for Lexington residents: there will be no city trash pickup on Thursday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Instead, crews will run one day early. If your regular collection day is Thursday, you’ll need to place your bins out on Wednesday, June 18. For more details on holiday service changes, visit…
Lexington man accused of shooting at Nicholasville officer appears in court
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington man charged with attempted murder of a police officer was in court Monday for a preliminary hearing following a shooting incident earlier this month. According to Nicholasville Police, it happened when an officer attempted to stop a speeding vehicle on Lexington Road. The driver, identified as Jonathan D. Rodriguez Lopez, initially pulled…
Medicaid auto-renewal deadline approaching for Kentucky children
Families urged to watch for mail and complete renewal paperwork
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A temporary Medicaid extension for children that was put into effect during COVID-19 is set to expire at the end of this month. Thousands of Kentuckians may be impacted by the upcoming change. July 1 is a major date for 600,000 Kentucky children who are currently covered by Medicaid. That’s when the state’s…
Rain and storm chances continue for Monday
Isolated-to-scattered showers and storms will be firing up Monday afternoon
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – It’s a foggy and humid start to the new week across central and eastern Kentucky, and that sticky summer feeling isn’t going anywhere just yet. After a few dry hours this morning, we’ll see isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms fire up later this afternoon into the early evening. While storm coverage today…
Two dead after Frankfort church bus crashes into utility pole; Baptist Association asks for prayers
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Franklin Baptist Association is asking the community for prayers after a deadly church bus crash Sunday in Frankfort claimed the lives of two people and injured another. According to Kentucky State Police, the crash happened at the intersection of East Main Street and Butler Drive. Investigators say the First Corinthian Baptist Church bus…
Two hospitalized after fiery motorcycle, car crash in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Two people were hospitalized late Sunday night after a fiery crash involving a motorcycle and a car in Lexington. According to police, the crash happened around 11 p.m. at the intersection of Virginia Avenue and South Broadway. Both the motorcycle and the car caught fire after the collision. Officers say two people on the…
Celebration of life planned for Kentucky teen who died while fishing in Colorado
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A celebration of life ceremony has been announced for Noah Tinch, a Kentucky teenager who tragically died while fly fishing in Colorado — just hours before his 19th birthday. According to a post from his father on Facebook, Tinch passed away last Thursday while fishing in the Grand Mesa area. Noah was the son…
Person of interest in custody after shots fired at vehicle in Georgetown
SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Georgetown Police say a person of interest is in custody after a car was struck by gunfire Sunday on Tanbark Drive near Timberland Drive. According to investigators, the shooting damaged a vehicle, but no injuries have been reported. Police took one person into custody Sunday night as part of the ongoing investigation. Officers…
Suspect arrested after standoff and shots fired at troopers in Pulaski County
SOMERSET, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A suspect is in custody after an overnight standoff in Pulaski County, where police say shots were fired at state troopers. Kentucky State Police say 69-year-old John Woody, of Somerset, was arrested and charged with Wanton Endangerment 1st – Discharge of Firearm, and Murder of First Responder (Peace Officer) (Attempt). KSP says Woody will…
Scott County softball falls to Henderson County in KHSAA State semifinals
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The lady cardinals were eliminated 11-8 in the KHSAA State semifinals on Friday morning. Scott County fell 11-8 to the reigning KHSAA state softball champions, Henderson County. The Cardinals trailed 11-3 heading into the final inning but mounted a late rally, scoring five runs in the bottom of the seventh to nearly complete…