Pain Points with Dr. Bux: Pain Management
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Winds back down and temperatures recover to close out the week
Highs should be back into the 50s despite a few clouds around Friday
We got a quick reminder that winter isn’t quite finished overnight as light snow showers moved through early Thursday morning. The only real impact was a light dusting on grassy areas and elevated surfaces, but the bigger story has been the strong winds. While gusts have been howling across the region over the last few days we’re finally seeing them…
The future of the Department of Education and its impact on KY
Possible executive order raises questions over funding and local impact
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Trump administration is reportedly preparing an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education. Local educators are sharing insight into what this could mean for Kentuckians. The executive director of the Kentucky Association of Professional Educators, Donna House, says she does not expect major changes at the local level for public schools….
University’s VIP Center addresses sexual assault after recent arrests
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Two 18-year-olds charged in connection to an alleged rape on February 18th in a dorm room on the University of Kentucky’s campus are scheduled for a preliminary hearing on April 17th. The University of Kentucky released a statement that says Angus Thompson and Addison Adkins turned themselves into the Lexington Police Department Monday…
Building community trust in Lexington
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Police investigate shooting after man shows up injured to hospital
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — According to police, a man who had been shot arrived at a local hospital around 2:20 a.m. Thursday. The man is expected to recover from his injuries. Officers say they do not have any information about where the person was shot or who shot him. If you have any information that could help…
City officials warn of possible slick conditions on roads
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington city officials say drivers should use extra caution this morning due to possible slick road conditions. According to the city, there have already been several collisions Thursday morning on bridges and overpasses. City officials say salt trucks have been called in to clear the roads. Categories: Featured, Local News, News, Weather…
Harlan County schools closed due to ice on roadways
HARLAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Harlan County Public Schools says classes are cancelled today because of the weather. According to the district, some roads have black ice. The district says this is not an NTI day. Categories: Featured, Local News, News, Weather Tags: harlan county, School Closing, School district
Anti-DEI bill moving forward in Kentucky legislature
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A bill to remove DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) programs from public colleges in the state is moving forward. House Bill 4 passed the house yesterday6 81 to 18 and now moves to the state senate. If passed into law, the bill would prohibit spending on DEI initiatives and would require state public…
Wintry start to Thursday
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – We are waking up to a wintry feel across Kentucky this Thursday morning. Overnight, light snow likely left snow- and ice-covered cars, especially in eastern Kentucky, where lingering snow showers and a wintry mix will continue through the morning hours. Any additional accumulation should be minimal, but higher elevations near the Virginia border…
Student-Athlete of the Week: Cameryn Ridderikhoff
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Cannabis in the Commonwealth: Ohio facility provides Kentuckians with a preview of what to expect
Cresco Labs offered ABC 36 a behind-the-scenes tour of its Cannabis Cultivation Facility
YELLOW SPRINGS, Oh. (WTVQ) — Just a couple hours north of Lexington off of I-75, one cannabis facility is offering a preview of what “Cannabis in the Commonwealth” could look like. “This is our clone room, where the life cycle of each plant begins,” says Joe Chek, who runs Cresco Labs’ location in Yellow Springs, Ohio — a 50,000 square-foot…
More wind and cooler into Thursday
Expect highs in the 40s but it will feel chilly with the persistent breeze
A strong low-pressure system spinning through the Ohio Valley made its presence felt with gusty winds and scattered showers across Central and Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday. Winds ramped up through midweek with peak gusts of 45 to 55 mph in some areas. After a brief taste of spring on Tuesday, temperatures fell steadily through Wednesday as colder air funneled in…
Charges dropped against two brothers accused in deadly Lexington shooting
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Charges have been dropped against two brothers previously accused in a deadly September shooting in Lexington. According to Fayette County District Court, Kevin Marquez-Chavez, 18, and Brian Marquez-Chavez, 21, were facing charges in connection to the death of 28-year-old Esmeralda Rodriguez-Perez and the injury of another man in the September 8, 2024 shooting on…
UPDATE: Lawsuit claims man with dementia was unlawfully arrested by Danville Police
DANVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A new lawsuit has been filed against the City of Danville and the Danville Police Department following the arrest of 66-year-old John Hardwick in Walmart on October 15, 2024. Hardwick’s family says he suffers from dementia. According to the lawsuit, Hardwick and his wife Cindy Lou make weekly Walmart trips in Danville. The…
Lexplorations celebrates Women’s History and woman owned restaurants
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Beth of Vintage Bandits Mercantile shows her wares
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Nicholasville Road crash shuts down two lanes
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High winds knock out power across the Commonwealth
Montgomery Co. Schools canceled classes due to widespread power outages caused by high winds
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Strong winds have knocked out power for thousands across the Commonwealth, forcing Montgomery County Schools to cancel classes Wednesday. Wind gusts reaching a reported 40 to 50 miles per hour, damaged utility lines, leaving parts of Mount Sterling in the dark. Wednesday morning, many residents woke up without electricity as crews worked…
Somerset student dies after collapsing at track practice, coroner says
SOMERSET, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A 15-year-old Somerset student has died after collapsing during track practice, according to the Fayette County Coroner’s Office. The coroner identified the student as James Phillippe, who collapsed at Meece Middle School in Somerset on Monday (3/03). He was initially taken to Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital before being transferred to the University of Kentucky…
Publix Grand Opening is a Lexington first
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Firefighters battle intense vehicle fire, fueled by high winds in London
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Firefighters in London responded to a fully involved vehicle fire late Tuesday night, battling high winds that intensified the flames. According to a Facebook post from the London City Fire Department, crews arrived at the scene to find the car engulfed in flames, with strong winds making the situation more challenging. Firefighters acted quickly…
Lexington mayor speaks out after shooting death of teen
LEXINGTON, KY. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton took to Facebook on Tuesday to address the recent shooting death of 16-year-old Arsenio Jackson Jr. “Gun violence in our city of any kind is tragic and unacceptable, especially when it takes the life of a young person. My prayers, and the prayers of our entire community, are with…
Strong winds cause power outages across Kentucky
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — After strong winds overnight, homes and businesses are now dealing with power outages across the state. Most of the outages are in South Central Kentucky. Crews are working around the clock to restore power. Categories: Featured, Local News, News, Weather Tags: Power Outage, Winds