BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell is speaking out against President Donald Trump’s tariffs, warning of the impact on everyday Americans. During a stop in Boone County on Thursday, McConnell met with local business leaders to discuss how the tariffs are affecting the region’s economy. “I think it’s important for everyone to understand that a…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky health officials have confirmed the state’s second measles case of the season. According to the Kentucky Department for Public Health, the case involved a child from another country who was traveling through the state in March. Officials say the child was diagnosed at a healthcare facility in Kentucky, where strict safety protocols were…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A mother duck and her ducklings are safe after a dramatic rescue from a storm drain in Lexington. According to Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, officers responded to a call Thursday after several ducklings fell into a drain. When officials arrived, they found the mother duck visibly distressed nearby. One by one, an officer…
After another gorgeous spring Thursday morning across Central and Eastern Kentucky, it didn’t take long for the atmosphere to stir up a few showers and storms—thanks to a warm front lifting north through the region. With highs pushing into the upper 70s to near 80° for many spots, the summer-like warmth combined with elevated moisture led to scattered storm development….
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — After historic flooding in Frankfort, fish were found stranded nearly a quarter mile from the Kentucky River — on the grounds of Buffalo Trace Distillery. That’s when students from Kentucky State University stepped in to help. Teaming up with local legend Freddie Johnson, the students rescued nearly 100 pounds of native fish species and…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — City leaders in Lexington are stepping up efforts to make streets safer with the launch of a new Street Safety Task Force. The group, led by Vice Mayor Dan Wu, held its first meeting Thursday to begin discussions around traffic cameras, crash data, and short-term safety solutions. The task force will focus on strategies…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A fire has temporarily closed The Great Bagel & Bakery’s Woodland Avenue location, the popular Lexington shop announced. According to the business, there’s currently no set reopening date as insurance and health officials assess the damage and determine next steps. In the meantime, the bakery’s Boston Road location is now open seven days a…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Detroit woman has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for her role in a major drug trafficking operation in Lexington. According to federal prosecutors, 36-year-old Chanel Logan was sentenced to 360 months for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl. Investigators say Logan and a co-defendant sold large quantities of the drugs…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A loving husband, father of three and motor enthusiast, Weslie Eastveld died April 17th from cancer. His wife, Bryce Boone, said Weslie didn’t want a funeral or a typical memorial, he wanted loud engines. “He spent his whole life around those engines revving and racing and that’s how we’re going to send him…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Fayette County Public Schools announced it’s not signing a letter from the U.S. Department of Education to certify its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. In a joint statement from FCPS Superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins and FCPS School Board Chair Tyler Murphy, they clarify the school district has…
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GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Georgetown Police Department is asking for help identifying a suspect caught on camera after a theft from The Amen House. The Amen House is a non-profit organization that helps feed and clothe people in need. If you recognize the person in the photo or have any information that could help in the…
ADAIR COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Today is the first of two visitations for 14-year-old Skyler Huckaby who died in a crash over the weekend. According to Bernard Funeral Home, Huckaby died last Sunday from his injuries after a crash. A visitation wil be held Thursday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. until…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After a mild and mostly quiet start to our Thursday, rain chances will begin to ramp up again this afternoon across central and eastern Kentucky. A few spotty showers are already dotting the southern half of the state, but we’re not expecting widespread activity until later in the day. While it won’t be…
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Churchill Downs says it is putting a hold on several major construction projects, and company leaders say it’s because of economic uncertainty tied to tariffs and trade policy under President Donald Trump. In a release Wednesday, Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced it will temporarily pause work on The Skye Terrace, Conservatory, and Infield General…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Carson’s Food and Drink is being sued by a former employee for allegedly violating wage laws and tip pooling regulations. On Monday (04/21) Laken Pinkerman, a former employee of Carson’s Food and Drink, filed a lawsuit against the restaurant. Pinkerman says she worked at the restaurant’s Main Street location from May 2017 to…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Governor Andy Beshear announced Wednesday that FEMA has denied additional federal assistance for several Kentucky counties impacted by February’s severe flooding. According to a release from the Governor’s Office, FEMA denied Individual Assistance for six counties — Butler, Franklin, Knox, Laurel, Lawrence, and Whitley — citing the damage was not severe enough to qualify….
Wednesday brought more gorgeous spring weather across Central and Eastern Kentucky. With sunshine dominating for much of the day and highs soaring into the mid and upper 70s, it was perfect for spending time outdoors. A weak front stalled to our south managed to drift just far enough north to stir up a few isolated showers and storms in southern…
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The London Fire Department is inviting the community to a special Autism Awareness Open House on Wednesday evening. The sensory-friendly event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the fire station on 911 Fire Rescue Drive. Families are encouraged to stop by, meet local firefighters, explore fire trucks up close, and learn…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A woman is facing charges after police say she was slashing the tires of multiple vehicles outside the courthouse in downtown Lexington Thursday morning. According to Lexington Police, officers responded just after 9 a.m. and were able to quickly take the woman into custody. She is now facing criminal mischief charges. Authorities have not…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – New technology at Lexington’s Raven Run Nature Sanctuary is helping make the great outdoors more accessible. A new all-terrain Action Trackchair is now available for visitors with mobility issues, allowing them to travel up to five additional miles of unpaved trails in the sanctuary. Organizers say the Trackchair marks a major milestone for…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kyshawn Owens was sentenced to 12 years in prison today in connection to a deadly bar shooting last year. Kyshawn Owens pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter in the 2024 death of Chadwick Boone at Brothers Bar and Grille. Owens was arrested in New York months after the shooting. Today in court, the judge…