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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
After a warm and humid finish to the week, we’re sliding right into a more unsettled weather pattern across Central and Eastern Kentucky—and the weekend looks like it’ll be carrying that baton. Friday saw a few scattered downpours, and while not everyone got wet, those who did may have experienced a brief tropical-style drenching. That’s thanks to a steady stream…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After a fairly quiet and muggy start to our Friday across central and eastern Kentucky, rain and storm chances will ramp up this afternoon. Temperatures will climb into the low to mid 80s, but it will feel even warmer than that with tropical moisture surging into the region. Dewpoints are pushing into the…
UNION, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Northern Kentucky man is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after allegedly exchanging gunfire with deputies during a standoff in Boone County. According to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened Thursday on Saunders Lane in Union. Investigators say the suspect allegedly fired shots from a window at a landscaping crew working…
SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Georgetown traffic stop early Thursday led to the arrest of a man now facing drug trafficking charges. According to police, officers pulled over 50-year-old Jesus Gutierrez-Castillo in a pickup truck and discovered individually wrapped packages of suspected cocaine, along with a large amount of cash. Gutierrez-Castillo was arrested at the scene and…
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Residents in Madison County now have a new way to contact emergency services: by text. Officials announced the launch of the county’s text-to-911 service on Thursday, allowing people to send a message to 911 when calling isn’t safe or possible. The service is designed to help in situations such as domestic violence incidents,…
We’ve been riding a nice stretch of weather here in Central and Eastern Kentucky, and Thursday kept the streak alive. Sunshine was in full force and highs warmed into the mid-80s—right on par for this time of year. The big difference you might’ve noticed? A subtle uptick in humidity, as moisture began returning from the south, setting the stage for…