Jager Burton, with newfound confidence, becoming a leader for UK football

"I feel like I finally have that confidence back where I know I can play. I know the coaches trust and believe in me."

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Jager Burton is a native Lexintonian, a former Mr. Kentucky Football and a Freshman All-SEC selection. He’s played in almost 40 games for Kentucky since joining from high school powerhouse Frederick Douglass four years ago. Experience is something he’s never lacked. But, since his first college season, confidence hasn’t been the easiest to come by….

Flooding impacts local businesses as Kentucky River continues to rise

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The relentless flooding across Central Kentucky is now impacting local businesses as the Kentucky River continues to overflow its banks. Proud Mary’s BBQ, a popular riverside restaurant located just outside of Lexington, faced rapidly rising water levels Friday. According to the restaurant’s owner, Emilee Sierp, the river extended into their outdoor seating and bar…

Several roads closed due to high water in Mt. Sterling

MT. STERLING, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — People around Mt. Sterling say they’re used to flooding, and while the high waters can be an inconvenience, this isn’t the worst storm they’ve had to deal with. “Here in Montgomery County, we’ve actually been lucky enough not to have to deal with a storm other than the usual tree down, power…

Flooding rain and severe storm threat continues

Additional rounds of heavy rain and strong storms are expected

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – We’ve been stuck in an incredibly active and dangerous weather pattern—and unfortunately, it’s not letting up just yet. The stalled frontal boundary that’s been draped across the Commonwealth is finally beginning to lift northward, but not before dropping incredible rainfall totals. As of 10 a.m. Friday, the Kentucky Mesonet site near Liberty in…

Louisville businesses destroyed by severe weather

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Crews are continuing to assess the damage left behind by severe storms that swept through Louisville Wednesday night and early Thursday morning. According to ABC affiliate WHAS 11, strong winds struck the Middletown area, particularly neighborhoods near the I-64 and Gene Snyder Interchange on the city’s east end. Officials say the storm caused significant…

Flooding after rounds of storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — As severe storms continue to impact Kentucky, officials are warning residents about the increasing threat of flooding in several areas. According to Governor Andy Beshear, reports of high water were made Thursday in multiple locations, including Estill County and Sadieville. Beshear said swift water rescue teams are activated and ready to respond, while soldiers…

Heavy rain and storms continue into the weekend

Significant flooding is possible across parts of the Commonwealth the next few days

Thursday started off on an intense note across Central and Eastern Kentucky, with powerful storms rolling through during the early morning hours. Several tornado warnings were issued, and while our region saw some reports of damage, areas just to our west bore the brunt of the outbreak, with multiple tornadoes leaving significant devastation. The front responsible for these storms remains…

Adair County woman charged with solicitation to commit murder, sexual abuse of a juvenile

COLUMBIA, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police have charged an Adair County woman with solicitation to commit murder, among other charges, following an investigation at the Adair Juvenile Detention Center. According to a release from KSP, detectives began investigating allegations that 27-year-old Elena Bardin of Columbia solicited a male juvenile at the detention center to kill her husband….

Estill Co. residents clean up storm damage as flood threat lingers

Crews work to clear debris while streams and creeks turn to rushing water

  ESTILL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Residents in Estill County and surrounding areas are dealing with widespread damage after severe storms and multiple tornado warnings swept through the region overnight. Cleanup efforts are underway as fallen trees block roads and damage homes. One large tree outside of Irvine was completely uprooted by high winds before crashing onto…