After a warm and pleasant Easter weekend featuring highs around 80°, Monday brought showers and a few thunderstorms as a cold front swept across Central and Eastern Kentucky. While the rain wasn’t overly intense, the boundary did deliver some gusty winds and mild temperatures thanks to a persistent southwest breeze with most locations topping out in the 60s where the…
MASON, Ohio (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kings Island officially launched its 2025 season on Saturday, drawing thousands of eager guests for opening day thrills. Visitors packed the park to take first rides of the year on fan-favorite coasters, enjoy a spin on classics like Shake, Rattle & Roll, and savor the park’s iconic blue ice cream—a must-have tradition for…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Unemployment increased in every Kentucky county last year, according to new data released by the Kentucky Center for Statistics. The report shows that the state’s overall unadjusted unemployment rate climbed to 5.1% in 2024, compared to the national rate of 4%. Woodford County recorded the lowest unemployment rate at 3.9%, while Wolfe County…
FLOYD COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Floyd County Schools is working with law enforcement after threats began circulating on social media. In a statement, district officials said they are cooperating with Kentucky State Police, the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, and other agencies to investigate the threats. While few details have been released due to the ongoing investigation, the…
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Georgetown community is mourning the loss of a beloved veteran and longtime public servant. Ronald J. Carroll, 73, of Georgetown, passed away on April 16. Carroll dedicated nearly three decades to the Georgetown Police Department, serving with distinction for 29 years. He was also a U.S. Army veteran, having served in Desert…
ALBANY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A Clinton County man is facing multiple charges after police say he tried to use his 13-year-old son to carry out a shoplifting scheme. According to officers, Jonathan Carlton was arrested Saturday at the Cumberland Crossing Center after allegedly directing his son to push a shopping cart full of merchandise out of a…
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IRVINE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A 25-year-old Estill County man is behind bars on multiple child sexual exploitation charges following an investigation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) Electronic Crime Branch. According to a release from KSP, Austin Grey Owens was arrested on April 17 after being interviewed by investigators. His arrest came as a result of an…
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The investigation into two Richmond daycare centers continues as the owners and another individual face multiple charges tied to a growing child abuse case. According to police, Jessica Houk and Theodrick Hersey, owners of A Step Ahead Daycare and The Kids Club childcare center, were arrested Friday along with Brooklyn Houk. All three…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A line of rain showers and a few rumbles of thunder is kicking off our new workweek across central and eastern Kentucky. This system will be short-lived and relatively weak, with no severe weather expected and rainfall totals generally staying between a quarter and half an inch. This line will push eastward fairly…
ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police are investigating a deadly crash that happened Sunday afternoon in Rockcastle County. According to investigators, the crash occurred just before 4 p.m. on Brindle Ridge Road. State Police say a pickup truck driven by two juveniles crossed the center line and collided head-on with a car. The driver of…
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A Pulaski County man accused of killing his wife is scheduled to appear in court Monday morning. According to the Pulaski County Detention Center, 61-year-old Ralph Letner is expected in court for a hearing related to a murder charge stemming from the death of his wife, 50-year-old Kimberly Letner. Deputies say they…
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died Monday. He was 88. Bells tolled in church towers across Rome after the announcement, which was read out by Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo, from the chapel…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Lacrosse has been played in North America since native tribes gathered to use the sport to prepare men for war as early as the 12th century. In the Bluegrass, the sport is not as deeply rooted, but that may change soon as interest in tlacrosse is growing throughout Lexington. You Never Forget Your First This…
Two words to describe our Good Friday are hot and windy- highs peaked in the low and mid 80s and wind gusts were clocked more than 30 mph. We will keep the warmth and the winds around through the night tonight as temps only fall to the mid 60s and winds continue out of the southwest. Saturday will mirror Friday…
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Lexington, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Mark Sevilla was driving down Interstate 71 in Boone County back in January of 2015 when a semi-truck crossed lanes, hit Mark head-on, and killed him. Kathy Strack, Mark’s sister, describes the terrifying day. “Mark was on his Bluetooth at the time, so he said to his friend, ‘hang on’ and just screamed,”…
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Three more people have been arrested in connection with a child abuse investigation involving two Richmond daycares. According to police, Jessica Houk and Theodrick Hersey, identified as the owners of A Step Ahead and The Kids Club, have been charged along with Brooklyn Houk. Investigators say the three instructed staff members to lie…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Heading into Easter weekend, some church services are looking different this year as the historic flooding earlier this month continues to have an impact. As Easter Sunday services begin across the Commonwealth, some congregations are having to gather in different locations. Bellepoint Community Church is one of them, after floodwaters filled their building…
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MERCER COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A dog is safe after being stranded on a cliff approximately 100 feet above the Kentucky River in Mercer County on Thursday. According to Jessamine County Emergency Management, responders from both Jessamine Animal Care and Control and Emergency Management were able to set up a rope system on a nearby farm that…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Partly cloudy skies, strong breezes, and unseasonably warm temperatures will headline your Friday forecast across central and eastern Kentucky. A powerful southerly wind is fueling a major warm-up, with afternoon highs surging into the upper 70s to near 80°. A few locations, especially in eastern Kentucky, could even crack the low 80s by…