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Real ID deadline approaching May 7th

Officials warn travelers could face delays or be turned away at TSA checkpoints after May 7
Walker Simmons,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The federal Real ID deadline is less than a month away, and Kentuckians are being urged to update their driver’s licenses if they plan to fly out of U.S. airports. Starting May 7th, officials say travelers will need a Real ID  license, marked by a black star at the top, to board domestic…

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Driver dies after late night crash on Larkin Road, identified by coroner

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Fayette County Coroner has identified the person killed in a late-night accident in Lexington. The coroner’s office says 62-year-old Paul Randall Williams died from blunt trauma injuries to his head and torso. Lexington police say Williams was involved in a single vehicle collision on Larkin Road. ABC 36 will update this story…

Temperatures Warm Up As We Head Into Easter Weekend
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Warming up as we head into the holiday weekend

A warm front lifts through the area late Thursday leading to a spike in temps on Friday
Dillon Gaudet,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – It’s another crisp and frosty start to the day across spots of central and eastern Kentucky, with some sheltered valleys dipping into the mid-30s early this morning. If you’re heading out early, a jacket won’t be a bad idea—but it won’t be needed for long! A warm front will lift through the region…

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Temperatures will be on the rise into the late week

A spotty shower can't be ruled out Thursday but it looks mainly dry
T.G. Shuck,

After a round of stormy weather to kick off the week, we were rewarded with a gorgeous Wednesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky. Sunshine dominated the skies, winds stayed light, and temperatures rebounded nicely with most spots climbing back into the low-60s by late afternoon. While that’s still slightly cooler than average for mid-April, it felt great with all the…
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Bryan Station High School dean and coach charged in alleged road rage incident involving firearm

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A dean and coach at Bryan Station High School is facing a criminal charge after police say he pointed a gun at another driver during an alleged road rage incident. John Bordas was arraigned Tuesday on a wanton endangerment charge stemming from an incident that reportedly occurred in February. According to the police…

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FCPS employee arrested in Lexington hit-and-run that left pedestrian with life-threatening injuries

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A woman has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian on Georgetown Road Wednesday morning, according to a Facebook post from the Lexington Police Department. Police say officers were called to the 1000 block of Georgetown Road near Mercer Road around 6:50 a.m. Wednesday, after reports of…

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River restaurant reopens after devastating flooding

Jane Davenport,

WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Right on the river sits Hall’s on the River. It’s a restaurant aptly named for its location and a popular spot for many people in Central Kentucky. Owner Karl Crase says they’re no stranger to floods. “Part of what you have to do when you’re on the river, is work with the river,”…

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Lexington to host expungement clinic and job fair

Event aims to help residents clear records and find new employment opportunities
Walker Simmons,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – April is Second Chance Month, and Lexington officials are marking the occasion with an event designed to give residents a fresh start. A city expungement clinic and job fair will be held Thursday, April 24 at the Central Bank Center. “I’ve seen potential reawakened and dreams unlocked,” said Tiffany Brown, Chief Opportunity Officer…