CLARK COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Safety is big concern for parents when they send their kids to school. In Clark county, the school system has its own police department dedicated to student safety. “Our job is to circulate through the school system, make sure the doors are secure, nobody’s propped any doors open or anything like that,”…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – City and school leaders in Lexington are working to improve communication and operations during hazardous weather events, according to a release sent to news organizations. Mayor Linda Gorton and Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Demetrus Liggins held an after-action meeting Thursday to review the response to January’s winter storms and identify areas for improvement,…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington Habitat for Humanity teamed up with Bank of America on Friday for a volunteer day at a home construction site, as part of an ongoing partnership to support affordable housing in the community. According to Habitat for Humanity, Bank of America has committed $37,000 toward the construction of the home. Volunteers spent the…
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KNOX COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Barbourville Independent School District is investigating a potential threat made against the district, according to Superintendent Dennis Messer. In a statement, Messer said school personnel were made aware of the potential threat and immediately contacted the Barbourville Police Department, which launched an investigation. Messer assured families that student safety remains the district’s…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Confusion, fear and uncertainty overtook many Americans this week after President Donald Trump announced a freeze on federal loans and grants. “We’re watching the same things play out in the federal government and waiting to see how they really impact us,” Senator Amanda Mays Bledsoe said. She adds there’s no need to worry….
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- The Lexington Legends are 25-years-old as of Thursday and are looking towards another season of baseball this coming year. “The dream of professional baseball came alive 25 years ago. Our goal in 2025 is to revisit that wonderful time in Lexington’s history by remembering and even improving these great moments with our fans. I can’t…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Georgia Amoore scored eight of her 16 points in the third quarter, Clara Strack had a double-double and No. 12 Kentucky beat No. 22 Alabama 65-56 on Thursday night. Amoore shot 6 of 16 from the floor and made two from distance to go with nine assists. Strack finished with 14 points and 14 rebounds for…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) -With the outbreak of Tuberculosis in Kansas, many are worried about the rise in cases. However, Laura Collins, a nurse with the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, says there are always cases of TB in the commonwealth. So far in 2025, they have seen nine cases. “We typically treat a person with TB disease six,…
We’ve enjoyed a delightful week of weather across Central and Eastern Kentucky especially considering all the snow and cold we’ve dealt with much of January. After a chilly start to Thursday, a south wind kicked in as our next storm system approached from the west driving afternoon highs into the low to mid-50s. Rain showers developed and moved in from the…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — On Thursday morning, protestors from the Transgender Unity Rally gathered on the steps of the Capitol. Trans-rights activists rallied against executive orders signed by President Donald Trump. They say his leadership is harmful to the LGBTQ community. “It’s really interesting to me that the executive orders try to preach things in a certain…
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — This year’s legislative session is expected to look a little different. “I think this is going to be one of those years where we really return to the original intent of the short session. We have used the short session very aggressively,” Speaker of the House David Osborne said. In past years, Speaker…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Catholic Action Center is warning the community about a scam involving fake emails impersonating leadership within the organization. A series of fraudulent messages, allegedly from someone claiming to be Ginny Ramsey—a leader at the center—asked recipients to send gift cards. “Yesterday afternoon I started getting texts from folks saying ‘did you send…
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ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — At least 28 bodies were pulled from the icy waters of the Potomac River after an American Airlines jet carrying 60 passengers and four crew members collided with an Army helicopter while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington, officials said Thursday. The search was ongoing for other casualties, but officials did not believe there…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Drivers in Lexington should prepare for lane closures and potential delays as construction crews continue work on the New Circle Road widening project. According to city officials, starting at 1 p.m. Thursday, a lane on Leestown Road at the New Circle Road bridge will be closed. Later, at 9 p.m., another lane will be…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – It’s a cold and quiet start to your Thursday, but big changes are on the way as heavy rain moves in later today and into the overnight hours. Here’s what you need to know to plan your day and the days ahead: Thursday: Rain Develops, Heavy at Times Overnight This morning kicks off…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As the Big Blue Slam blood drive competition enters its fourth day, Florida fans have reclaimed the lead over Kentucky, according to the Kentucky Blood Center (KBC). KBC reports that Florida now leads Kentucky 757 to 724 after their biggest donation day yet, with nearly 270 donors stepping up. Despite the setback, KBC encourages…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Survivors of gun violence in Lexington are invited to attend a community forum Thursday evening on Sparta Court. Organizers with One Lexington say the event is designed to provide a space for those impacted by gun violence to share their experiences and concerns. Mental health professionals will also be available to offer support. The…