Bluegrass Airport response to D.C. crash
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Upcoming legislative session expected to look different than previous years
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…
Catholic Action Center warns community about email scam
Scammers impersonating leadership ask for gift cards
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…
City BBQ Winter Menu is Here
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The Nest Diaper Drive
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All passengers feared dead after plane crash between military helicopter and passenger jet
American Airlines jet that crashed was located inverted and in 3 pieces in Potomac River, transportation secretary says.
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…
New Circle Road widening project to cause lane closures
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…
Heavy rain on the way late Thursday into early Friday
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
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…
Florida fans retake the lead in Big Blue Slam blood drive
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…
NAMI Lexington hosting a forum for survivors of gun violence
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…
Catholic Action Center warns of email scammers
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Catholic Action Center is warning supporters of a scam email going around. In a post to Facebook, they say scammers are emailing supporters pretending to be CEO and co-founder Ginny Ramsey and asking for gift cards. The organization says this is a scam, do not respond to the email. Categories: Featured, Local…
Wet weather returns to the Bluegrass to finish out January
A good soaking rain is on tap late Thursday and into Friday
Our tranquil stretch of weather continued Wednesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky with more sunshine and pleasant conditions as high pressure held on for another day. A persistent southwest breeze during the overnight hours held temperatures in check so most locations were in the upper 30s to begin the day. Even with winds shifting around to the west, afternoon highs…
Man accused of killing Scott County deputy pleads guilty, sentenced to life without parole
UPDATE: Steven Sheangshang, accused of shooting to death Scott County Deputy Caleb Conley, pleaded guilty in court Wednesday, and will spend the rest of his life behind bars, without the possibility of parole. More details to come on ABC 36 News on air and online. GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The man accused of killing Scott County Deputy…
EKU Announces Medical Scholarship
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The Challenges of Buying a Home
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Traffic stop in Harrodsburg leads to fentanyl, weapons seizure
HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A routine traffic stop in Harrodsburg led officers to execute a search warrant at a Mercer County residence, resulting in the discovery of a significant amount of fentanyl and multiple weapons, according to the Harrodsburg Police Department. Authorities say officers conducted the traffic stop after observing several infractions. During the investigation, suspected fentanyl was…
Tinnitus Awareness Week by Beltone
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Kentucky takes the lead in Big Blue Slam blood drive competition
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The annual Big Blue Slam blood drive competition between Kentucky and Florida is heating up, with UK fans making a strong comeback on day two. According to the Kentucky Blood Center (KBC), Wildcats fans turned out in force on Tuesday, contributing 257 donations and overtaking Florida’s early lead from Monday. Kentucky now leads the…
Volunteers to count homeless in LexCount 2025
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Volunteers are heading out across Lexington Wednesday night for the city’s annual Lex-Count, an initiative aimed at assessing the number of people experiencing homelessness. According to city officials, teams of volunteers will visit dozens of outdoor sites throughout the community to count individuals without shelter. In addition to gathering data, volunteers will distribute care…
Two community forums planned to discuss gun violence prevention
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two community forums focused on gun violence are scheduled this week in Lexington, providing residents an opportunity to discuss concerns and seek support. According to One Lexington, the first forum will take place Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Marksbury Family Branch Library on Versailles Road, specifically for the Cardinal Valley community. The second…
Nice Wednesday ahead of heavy rain Thursday night
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Wednesday! The calm and pleasant weather today will soon give way to an active end to the workweek. High pressure building across the Ohio Valley will keep today’s conditions quiet and sunny, with temperatures topping out in the low 50s. Winds, initially breezy, will ease throughout the day as the high settles…
#12 Kentucky outlasts #8 Tennessee to break SEC losing streak
KNOXVILLE, Tn. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The volunteers undefeated season in Thompson-Boling is no more. In a thrilling finish, the cats held out to hand #8 Tennessee a 78-73 loss, snapping a two game SEC losing streak. Kentucky had to rely on the depth of their team for this win. Lamont Butler was ruled “out” for Tuesday’s game. Travis…
Kentucky men’s basketball looks to snap two game losing streak
UK plays rival Tennessee on Tuesday night in Knoxville
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Arrest made in Newtown Pike shooting death
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Police have made an arrest in connection to the December 26, 2024, shooting death of 63-year-old Maurice Elliot on Newtown Pike. According to police, Shawn Blanks, 54, was taken into custody on Tuesday, and charged with murder and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon. He’s being held at the Fayette County Detention…