“Whatever we can do to help him, we are doing.”

Family sets up a GoFundMe to help autistic son get a service dog

  LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — They say a dog is man’s best friend, and for one child in Richmond, the need for a furry friend could mean a more comforting life and could help with his daily challenges. “Noah is four, he’s about to be five in July, and he is super fun, super playful, super adorable,”…

New stem cell research on neurodegenerative diseases

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – On Wednesday, The National Stem Cell Foundation announced a $3.1 million grant from NASA to continue researching neurodegenerative diseases on the International Space Station. According to NSCF, the award will allow additional ground research and another three missions to the ISS through 2027. Senate President Robert Stivers, said Kentucky is matching 10% of…

Juvenile charged after false threat prompts lockdown at East Jessamine High School

NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A juvenile is facing charges after an unfounded threat led to a district-wide lockdown in Jessamine County Wednesday morning, according to the Nicholasville Police Department. Police say Jessamine County E911 received a call at 8:35 a.m. reporting an individual with an AK-47 firearm. The call abruptly ended, but dispatchers determined it originated from the…

More shower and storm chances into the late week

Keep the rain gear handy over the next few days

After a chilly start to Wednesday with some morning sunshine, another weak wave of energy moved in, bringing scattered clouds and a few isolated showers through the afternoon. Even so, temperatures managed to rebound into the low to mid-50s despite starting off near freezing. This unsettled pattern isn’t going anywhere just yet, so you’ll want to keep the rain gear…

New Vista celebrates opening of behavioral health clinic in Danville

DANVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A new resource for behavioral health care is now open in Boyle County. New Vista celebrated the grand opening of its Danville clinic Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house. The nonprofit organization serves 17 central Kentucky counties, providing mental health and developmental services. “This facility represents more than bricks and mortar. It…

Man airlifted after stabbing at London apartment complex; investigation underway

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A domestic violence incident early Wednesday morning in London left one man hospitalized with a stab wound, according to police. London Police responded to the Cedar Lane Apartments around 5:50 a.m., where officers found the injured man outside the apartment complex. Authorities say he was airlifted to UK Hospital for treatment. No word yet…

Andrea Bocelli to perform in Lexington for the first time

World-renowned opera singer to hold December concert at Rupp Arena

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Opera legend Andrea Bocelli is set to bring his iconic voice to Lexington for the first time with a live concert at Rupp Arena on Saturday, Dec. 6. Brian Sipe, General Manager of Rupp Arena and Central Bank Center, says the performance marks a major milestone for the city. “So until just about…

Emergency protective order against Matt Bevin extended

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — An emergency protective order filed against former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin by his adopted son has been extended for six months, according to ABC affiliate WHAS 11 in Louisville. The extension came Monday during a family court hearing. Under terms of the settlement, Bevin is prohibited from contacting his 18-year-old adopted son, Jonah, and…

Beshear signs HB 15 into law

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has signed House Bill 15 into law, allowing teens to obtain a learner’s permit at age 15 instead of 16. According to the Governor, the measure includes an emergency clause and took effect immediately upon his signature. Beshear noted that he may have been influenced to sign the bill by…

Traffic alert for Boys’ Sweet Sixteen Rupp downtown

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Police have issued a traffic alert for downtown drivers as the Boys’ Sweet 16 basketball tournament tips off Wednesday morning at Rupp Arena. High school players, families, and fans from across Kentucky will gather downtown to watch the games. Police say drivers should expect heavy traffic congestion throughout the area over the next…

Chilly start to Wednesday with a few afternoon rain showers

Afternoon highs will return to the mid-50s on Wednesday

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A chilly start to your Wednesday morning with temperatures dipping into the low-to-mid 30s, making for a frosty beginning across much of central and eastern Kentucky. As the day progresses, expect seasonably cool conditions with afternoon highs reaching the mid-to-upper 50s. A few midday and afternoon showers may develop, but rainfall amounts will…

Low end rain chances stick around into the mid-week

A few showers look possible into Wednesday but many spots may stay dry

A weak wave of energy sliding through the Ohio Valley kept things a bit unsettled on Tuesday bringing light rain showers, plenty of clouds, and a cool northeast breeze to the northern half of the state while our southern counties saw mainly sunny skies. This created quite the temperature gradient across the state with afternoon highs up north struggling to…

London Police seek public’s help identifying burglary suspect

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The London Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying an individual connected to a burglary case early Tuesday morning. Police say the burglary occurred around 6:47 a.m. on W. 1st Street. Investigators acknowledged that the quality of available photos is limited but ask anyone who recognizes the individual pictured or who saw…