Nonprofit helps people heal trauma through outdoor activities

VERSAILLES, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — At the Life Adventure Center in Woodford County, people are working through their trauma by participating in outdoor activities. “We do camps and retreats for trauma-affected populations specifically designed to build resilience,” Executive Director Julie Breitigan said. The center provides a long list of activities including horseback riding, ziplining, fishing and more. Each…

“If she wouldn’t have woke us up… we wouldn’t be here.”

House fire leaves six without a home, one injured in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A house fire on Judy Lane left six people without a home and sent one person to the hospital for smoke inhalation Tuesday morning. First responders from the Lexington Police and Fire Departments arrived on the scene around 6:50 a.m. to find a very active fire. “Crews arrived on scene pretty quickly, had…

Light rain and cooler temperatures mid-week ahead of a warm up by the weekend

Expect light rain showers to linger through the lunch hours on Tuesday

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Light showers are dotting the region this Tuesday morning, primarily impacting areas north of I-64. Expect these to persist through midday before gradually tapering off in the afternoon, allowing temperatures to recover into the upper 40s and low 50s. While the majority of the afternoon will remain dry, a few isolated showers could…

Gov. Beshear signs new bills into law

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Gov. Andy Beshear took action Monday on several bills sent to his desk by the General Assembly, signing 17 measures into law, vetoing four, and returning three others without his signature. Among the bills signed into law is Senate Bill 120, which requires coaches to report suspected child abuse or neglect, and Senate Bill…

Fishermen find missing woman safe on riverbank

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office says a woman reported missing over the weekend has been found safe on the banks of a river. According to the sheriff’s office, two fishermen found 74-year-old Maxine Nix around 4:30 p.m. Monday on the banks of the Little Laurel River near Paris Karr Road. Deputies say…

Lexington Sporting Club holds double header over the weekend

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Two Lexington Sporting Club teams were busy this past weekend. Lexington Sporting Club USL Championship team hosted Indy Eleven on Saturday. In the end, Lexington and Indy split one point each, with a final score of 1-1. Marcus Epps of LSC scored the goal. On Sunday, Lexington Sporting Club’s Super League team hosted the Carolina Ascent….

Unsettled weather possible much of this week

Look for several low-end rain chances in the coming days

After a weekend split between sunshine on Saturday and wet, stormy weather on Sunday, we kicked off the workweek on a dry and pleasant note. A brief ridge of high pressure allowed for sunshine and seasonably mild temperatures, with highs near 60 degrees—just a touch above average for this time of year. However, as we progress through the week, the…

UPDATE: FCPS employee arraigned on child pornography charges

UPDATE: William Lyle appeared for his arraignment via closed-circuit camera from Fayette County Detention Center. Lyle entered a not guilty plea. The judge set Lyle’s next court date for April 3 at 8:30 a.m. Lyle’s bond is set at $30,000.   ORIGINAL STORY: LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A Fayette County Public Schools employee arrested on child pornography…

Kentucky gas prices among lowest in U.S. but could rise soon

Experts predict a price jump this week

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Gas prices are expected to climb heading into summer, but Kentucky remains one of the cheapest states in the nation for fuel. Experts say prices could still exceed $3 per gallon in the coming weeks due to the seasonal switch to a different fuel blend. Lori Weaver Hawkins with AAA Bluegrass explained that…

Man with gunshot wound arrives at Lexington hospital, police investigating

No suspect or shooting location identified

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington police are investigating a shooting after a man arrived at a local hospital with a gunshot wound Monday night. According to police, the victim showed up around 6:30 p.m. with a non-life-threatening injury. Officers say they currently do not have a location for the shooting or a suspect. Anyone with information is…

Nice Monday ahead of off & on rain chances this week

Skies clear out and temperatures will return to the upper 50s and low 60s Monday afternoon

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After Sunday night’s storms, improving conditions are expected as we start the workweek. Monday will feature clearing skies throughout the day, with temperatures climbing into the upper 50s and low 60s. A strong westerly breeze will help in the warming process, with gusts reaching 30-35 mph during the midday and afternoon hours. While…

Lexington crash leaves pedestrian with life-threatening injuries

Alexandria Drive closed in both directions

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A pedestrian was seriously injured in a crash early Monday morning on Alexandria Drive. Officials say it happened around 6:04 a.m. in the 1300 block of Alexandria Drive near Devonport Drive. Police say the crash involved a vehicle and a pedestrian, leaving the pedestrian with life-threatening injuries. The driver remained at the scene…

Immigration Attorney explains Alien Enemies Act

LEXINGTON, KY. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — During the week of March 10th, ICE agents detained more than 80 people in Kentucky, the majority accused of being in the U.S. illegally. More than 20 face criminal charges ranging from illegal entry and drug offenses. In the midst, President Trump deported hundreds of migrants that were allegedly gang members in Venezuela…