A Christmas Story! by Lexington Theatre Company
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Junior League of Lexington Centennial Gala
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UK increasing campus safety after recent nearby shooting
UK Police to increase patrols and add lighting as part of enhanced campus safety efforts
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The University of Kentucky is stepping up safety measures on campus following a shooting incident near the area last weekend. Starting Friday, the UK Police Department is implementing several changes, including increased patrols, enhanced lighting, and tighter access to parking garages. “Starting today, you’re going to see an increase in the number of…
Pleasant Friday ahead of rain for the second half of the weekend
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Friday! It’s a clear start to the day for the northern half of the area with lingering clouds and some fog in southern and southeastern Kentucky. This cloud cover will be clearing out throughout the day giving way to pleasant conditions for the afternoon. Temperatures will be peaking in the low-to-mid 60s…
Congratulations Rhonda Lewis of Lexington, this weeks Morning Brew Biggby Coffee Winner
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Fairytails Pet Adoptions Featuring Benji
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Jelly Roll concert
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Country music star Jelly Roll is set to take the stage at Rupp Arena this Friday night, with the concert kicking off at 7 p.m. Large crowds and increased traffic are anticipated in and around the area, so concert-goers and local commuters should plan accordingly. For those interested in attending, tickets are still…
Lexington’s Latino Festival at Masterson Station Park
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — After a nearly two-month delay, Lexington’s Latin Festival is back on the calendar for this weekend. City officials say the event, originally planned for September 27, was postponed due to rain from Hurricane Helene. The rescheduled festival will take place on Saturday from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Masterson Station Park. Organizers…
Lexington career fair scheduled
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — If you’re looking for employment opportunities in Central Kentucky, the City of Lexington is hosting a career fair next Tuesday, November 12. City officials say they’re hiring for various roles, including police officers, corrections officers, firefighters, and other city positions. The career fair will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the…
Start of modern gun deer hunting season
KENTUCKY (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky’s modern gun deer hunting season kicks off this Saturday, and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife is reminding hunters to follow safety protocols and regulations. Known as one of the top ten states for hunters seeking trophy bucks, Kentucky offers abundant hunting opportunities, but the department wants to ensure that safety remains…
University of Kentucky increasing security after recent shooting
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The University of Kentucky (UK) is increasing safety measures for students following a shooting incident near campus last weekend. UK Police announced additional security patrols and enhanced lighting on North Campus, especially around the Winslow Street area where shots were fired early last Sunday morning. Extra officers will patrol from 10 p.m. to…
Suspect dies after drug overdose in K.S.P. patrol vehicle
CLAY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police is investigating the death of a 49-year-old suspect, Shawn Gibson, who reportedly overdosed on drugs while in police custody. According to investigators, Gibson allegedly ingested drugs in the back seat of a state police patrol vehicle following his arrest during a traffic stop on North Highway 66 earlier this…
Two people hospitalized in Nicholasville Road collision
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A serious crash on Nicholasville Road and West Reynolds Road left two people hospitalized late Thursday night. According to Lexington Police, the collision occurred around 9:30 p.m. when an inbound vehicle reportedly crossed into oncoming lanes and collided with an outbound vehicle. Emergency responders took both drivers to the hospital, with at least…
“Respect for each other,” grown within UK volleyball per Skinner
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Mark Pope previews Bucknell matchup
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Five arrested after toddler found locked in cage
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Drier air arrives as we close out the week
It should be a pleasant Friday with sunshine back in the picture
With a frontal boundary lingering over the commonwealth it was a damp Thursday across parts of Central and Eastern Kentucky. We started the day with steady showers and a few rumbles of thunder in the Bluegrass before the bulk of the rain shifted off to the southeast. The clouds and scattered showers kept temperatures in check a bit with afternoon…
Kentucky residents reminded of May 2025 Real ID deadline
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — In just six months, Kentuckians aged 18 and older will be required to have a Real ID or another form of federally accepted identification by May 7, 2025, if you plan to fly domestically or enter specific federal facilities, such as military bases. To obtain a Real ID, residents will need to provide: Their…
Susan and Cameron Mills MC Erin’s Hope Friendsgiving Gala
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Family seeks answers after a pedestrian hit-and-run in Lexington
Family hopes for information as police investigate
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A Lexington family is searching for answers after a member in their family was injured when allegedly struck by a car while walking down the sidewalk. Over a week has passed since the incident, and the family says they still don’t know who the driver is. Gerri Fawcette said she was driving to…
Siblings continue their recovery after car crash
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Bellinger family was traveling from Virginia for a weekend with family here in Lexington when they were in a car crash. They say it happened on October 19th on KY 627 late at night. Their friends Dylan and Shyloe Marker received the terrible news not long after. “I jumped out of bed…
Rain slowly exits on Thursday
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Thursday! We are tracking dreary and rainy conditions today. The good news is that the rain will be slowly exiting south and eastward throughout the day. The bad news is that it will be slowly exiting and the lingering cloud cover will give the rest of the day a dreary feel even…
Trump wins 2024 election: What led up to the historic results
Trump wins 2024 election, Republicans secure popular vote for first time in 20 years
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Former President Donald Trump has clinched the 2024 presidential election, becoming the 47th president of the United States and marking the first time a Republican has won the national popular vote in two decades. Political analyst Jared Smith remarked on the unusual nature of Trump’s win: “For somebody with the baggage Donald Trump…
New charges for grandmother of baby found dead
OHIO COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — State police say 50-year-old Taletha Tucker is facing new charges following the death of her grandchild, 8-month-old Miya Rudd, back in June. Tucker is now charged with hindering prosecution, criminal child abuse and child endangerment. She was previously arrested on a fugitive warrant from another state. According to state police, Tucker allegedly…