Lexington Catholic community reacts to critical condition of Pope Francis

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Vatican officials say Pope Francis, the Catholic Church’s 266th Pontiff, is fighting double pneumonia and remains in critical condition. “I think everyone can resonate with someone in their family who has taken ill, especially those who are of an older age,” Father Jim Sichko. Father Sichko says the 88-year-old Pope is not only…

Body of missing flood victim found

State police say foul play is not suspected

CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The body of a Calloway County man reported missing during the recent statewide flooding has been recovered. According to Kentucky State Police, 39-year-old Samuel Wilson was found Monday in a wooded area about 150 yards from where his vehicle was discovered in floodwaters last week. Investigators say an autopsy is scheduled for…

Suspect arrested in connection to motel murder

Crista Moreno taken into custody in Louisville

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A suspect wanted for the murder of a woman at a Lexington motel is now behind bars. Police say 35-year-old Crista Moreno was arrested Monday in Louisville. Investigators are now awaiting her transfer to Fayette County. Officers say Moreno is accused of shooting and killing 27-year-old Helen Taylor. According to police, Taylor’s body…

Officer-involved shooting under investigation in Knox County

Kentucky State Police expected to release more details

KNOX COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police is investigating an alleged officer-involved shooting in Knox County. According to WRIL-FM, the shooting reportedly happened just before 5:30 p.m. Monday on Hubbs Hollow Road in the Rockholds community. Kentucky State Police are expected to release more information about the incident later today. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags:…

Mild mid-week ahead of Wednesday evening rain chances

Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After a few light showers to start your Tuesday morning, we’re on track for a pleasant stretch of weather before the next round of rain and a sharp temperature drop later in the week. A weak disturbance is pushing a few light showers across northern Kentucky early today, but these will quickly exit,…

Free health screenings at the public library’s downtown branch

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — February is American Heart Month to help spread awareness about heart disease. Baptist Health Hospital is offering free health screenings today from noon until 4 p.m. at the public library on East Main Street. The event will include screenings for blood pressure, heart rhythm and sleep apnea. There will also be CPR training…

UK Police investigating reported sexual assault on campus

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The University of Kentucky Police Department is investigating a reported sexual assault that allegedly occurred inside a residence hall on campus. According to a crime bulletin issued by UK Police, the incident was reported on Saturday, February 22, but is believed to have occurred on Tuesday, February 18. Authorities say the victim and two…

Feeling more like spring for the final week of February

A few isolated shower chances the next few days but most spots look dry

After a long stretch of wintry weather, Central and Eastern Kentucky finally saw some relief over the weekend as temperatures moderated allowing for a much-needed thaw. That warming trend continued into Monday with plenty of sunshine and mild afternoon highs reaching the mid-50s. It was a beautiful way to kick off the final full week of February and we’ll keep…

UPDATE: Large police presence reported on Armstrong Mill Road in Lexington after shots fired call

UPDATE: According to Lexington police, they received a call for an active shooter about 2:55 pm. However, upon investigation, it was determined that a male suspect had fired multiple rounds, striking a parked vehicle before leaving the scene. Right now, police are searching for the suspects. No victims have been located. ORIGINAL STORY: LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A…

Governor Beshear gives update on deadly flooding recovery

Governor pushes for federal aid as state relief efforts continue

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Governor Andy Beshear provided updates Monday morning on the state’s recovery efforts following last week’s historic and deadly flooding. After donating blood with the American Red Cross at the Capitol Rotunda, Beshear shared the latest on disaster relief efforts across Kentucky. “Sadly today our death toll has now climbed to 22, with the…

Rowan County homicide spurs investigation

ROWAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Authorities have identified the man killed in a weekend shooting at a home in Rowan County. According to the Rowan County Coroner’s Office, 28-year-old Nicholas Clevenger died early Saturday morning after being found with gunshot wounds inside a home on Oak Grove Road. Officials say Clevenger’s body has been sent to the State…

Deadly historic Kentucky floods latest

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The death toll from last weekend’s devastating floods has risen to 21, with the most recent fatality reported in Logan County, according to Governor Andy Beshear. During an update, Beshear said more than 300 people affected by the floods remain in shelters at parks and hotels, while another 270 are staying in schools and…

Warming trend continues through the middle of the week

Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Our warming trend rolls on to start the new workweek, with temperatures continuing to climb over the next few days before our next weather system arrives midweek. While we stay mostly dry in the short term, rain chances increase late Wednesday into early Thursday, followed by another drop in temperatures to close out…

Inside Terry Boss’ first preseason at Lexington Sporting Club

"We want guys who are winners, who are intrinsically motivated, who work hard."

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Head Coach Terry Boss has to accomplish one key task before Lexington Sporting Club kicks off its first season as a United Soccer League Championship club. Creating a culture. “To have people who are on the same page, galvanized by purpose, was something that needed to happen from the beginning,” said Boss. “We want to…