Laurel County public schools closed as storm cleanup continues
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Knox County Schools dismiss early for severe weather threat
KNOX COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — With strong storms expected across the region, Knox County Public Schools will dismiss students early Tuesday as a precaution. According to the district, middle and high schools will dismiss at noon, followed by elementary schools shortly after. Officials say the decision was made in response to forecasts calling for severe weather later in…
Strong to severe storm chances on tap again for Tuesday
All severe weather modes are possible including a few tornadoes
After a much-needed stretch of dry, sunny weather over the weekend, Central and Eastern Kentucky finally had a chance to catch its breath. That break was especially important for Pulaski and Laurel Counties, where recovery and clean-up are underway following the destructive, deadly long-track tornado that tore through the area late Friday into early Saturday. Monday started on a calm…
Amid destruction, London community shows strength, resilience after tornado
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — In the aftermath of the powerful tornado that tore through parts of Laurel County, stories of destruction and heartbreak are being met with just as many examples of hope, resilience, and neighborly love. For longtime London resident Jeff Cornett, the storm turned his life upside down in an instant. “I’ve lived here for 40…
Kentucky National Guard rescues family dog
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Amid the widespread devastation left behind by a deadly tornado in Laurel County, a small moment of hope and compassion emerged — a family dog pulled from the rubble by Kentucky National Guard soldiers. According to the National Guard, members of the 1st Battalion, 149th Infantry — known as the “Mountain Warriors” —…
Mark Pope spotted helping clean debris in London Kentucky
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — As communities across Kentucky continue to recover from deadly storms that claimed 19 lives — most in Laurel County — many are stepping up to help. Among them is University of Kentucky men’s basketball coach Mark Pope. Over the weekend, Pope was seen in London clearing tree debris from damaged homes, lending a…
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London begins cleanup after devastating storms
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Schools closed in Laurel, Pulaski Counties due to storm damage
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Schools in both Laurel and Pulaski counties are closed as communities recover from Friday night’s deadly storms. The Laurel County Public School District says classes are canceled as many students and families were directly impacted by the severe weather. The district’s Family Resource and Youth Service Centers are actively reaching out to offer…
Thousands still without power across the Commonwealth
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Death toll rises to 19 after tornado strikes Laurel, Pulaski, and Russell counties
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The death toll from this weekend’s devastating tornado continues to rise, with at least 19 people now confirmed dead across Kentucky, according to Governor Andy Beshear. Beshear said the most recent confirmed death is a woman from Russell County. The other victims include one person in Pulaski County and 17 in Laurel County…
Few showers and storms Monday ahead of another severe weather risk on Tuesday
Showers and storms possible across south-central Kentucky today ahead of more widespread storms Tuesday
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – While skies will stay mostly cloudy through the day, most of us are enjoying a dry start to the workweek. A few spotty showers and thunderstorms are possible, especially southwest of the Lexington area, but overall rain chances today remain low. Highs this afternoon will top out in the mid-70s, which is seasonably…
Pictures and videos of the deadly tornado aftermath
This nighttime video taken just after the tornado went through Laurel County is courtesy of the Laurel County Fiscal Court This short video clip was taken in Laurel County by one of the ABC 36 News Now crews This video was taken by our ABC 36 News Now crew in Somerset, Pulaski County. Note how hard-hit the Social Security office…
Beshear: Tornado death toll continues to rise to at least 18
UPDATE: From Governor Andy Beshear: I’m sad to report the death toll from last night’s severe weather has grown to 18; 17 from Laurel County and one from Pulaski County. Please join Britainy and me as we pray for these families during this difficult time. The nighttime video of tornado aftermath is courtesy of the Laurel County Fiscal Court. UPDATE:…
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Laurel County teens found safe in Clay City
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A man has been arrested after two missing teenagers from Laurel County were found safe in neighboring Clay County. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, 16-year-old Alexis Gilbert and Cassidy Longworth were located unharmed and are now being returned to their homes in Laurel County. Deputies say Lloyd Idhe was taken…
Monster Jam’s driver of Grave Digger Matt Cody talks about the event
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Kentucky Drag-way May race and Stanton Bigfoot Festival
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Floyd County late night shooting leaves one injured
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Garrard County man accused of inappropriate relationship with minor
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Kentucky State Auditor Allison Ball files lawsuit over Kinship Law
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Lexington Emergency Management warns to stay weather aware
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