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…
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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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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, 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…
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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, 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…
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
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After a round of strong winds overnight, gusty conditions will continue through your Wednesday as colder air settles into the region. A Wind Advisory remains in effect through 7 PM this evening as wind gusts of 40-50 mph remain possible, especially through the late morning and afternoon hours. These strong winds will be…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- The semifinals are set for the 11th Region Championships at Paul Laurence Dunbar this week. Girl’s 11th Region on Thursday March 6 Franklin County vs Frederick Douglass at 6 p.m. Madison Central vs Lafayette at 8 p.m. Finals take place on Saturday, March 8 at 7 p.m. Boys’ 11th Region on Saturday March 8…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two 18-year-old men have been arrested in connection with a sexual assault case at the University of Kentucky. According to university officials, UK student Angus Thompson and Addison Adkins, who is not enrolled, were taken into custody by Lexington police. Adkins faces charges of first-degree rape and second-degree strangulation, while Thompson is charged with…
It was a milder Tuesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky with some sunshine and breezy conditions as a strong storm system approached from the west. Winds out of the southwest gusted over 30 miles per hour at times, helping to push milder air into the region as afternoon highs surged into the mid-60s in most locations. These strong winds will…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Drivers in Lexington should be aware of a new traffic signal going into operation this week. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, a new signal will be activated at the intersection of Citation Boulevard and Remington Way on Wednesday at 9 a.m. The signal will include a five-phase system, with a protected flashing yellow…