LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A fire broke out Tuesday afternoon at Miyako Sushi and Grill on Richmond Road, causing significant damage to the restaurant’s kitchen. According to Battalion Chief Matt Galati, fire crews received a call about a structure fire at 3:23 p.m. and upgraded it to a working fire when they got on scene. Firefighters found smoke…
It’s been a fantastic start to the final week of February across Central and Eastern Kentucky, with another unseasonably mild day. Thanks to plenty of sunshine and a steady southwest breeze, afternoon highs climbed into mid to upper-60s—nearly 15 to 20 degrees above normal for this time of year. The pleasant conditions continue into Wednesday with more warm temperatures expected….
MCCREARY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two people have been arrested in McCreary County after a 14-year-old boy was found unresponsive and later died, according to uniform citations from the McCreary County Sheriff’s Department. Deputies responded to a residence on West Highway 92 around 6 a.m. Monday after receiving a call about an unresponsive teenager who was not breathing….
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A semi-truck overturned on the I-75 northbound on-ramp at Winchester Road Tuesday afternoon, blocking traffic in the area. According to Lexington police, officers were called to the scene at 12:28 p.m. No injuries have been reported. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Police say the northbound ramp at Winchester Road remains…
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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…
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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…
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…
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:…
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,…
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…
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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…
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: 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…
LANCASTER, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Right on the Garrard County line in a valley by the river sits the Camp Nelson RV Park. “The problem with the river and the flooding of the river is the mud,” owner Marlena Embry said. She says they’re no stranger to floods, but this time around, things looked a little different. “The…
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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…
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