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…
UPDATE: KSP investigating trooper-involved shooting in Rowan County
UPDATE: ROWAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) is investigating a deadly trooper-involved shooting that occurred Tuesday morning in Rowan County. According to KSP, a trooper responded to a domestic violence call at a home near Morehead around 11:30 a.m. When he got there, the trooper reportedly found the suspect, identified as Thomas Crouch Jr., armed…
Our break from the recent deep freeze continues into the mid-week
Look for rain chances to ramp up as we close out January
It was another sunny and pleasant day across Central and Eastern Kentucky Tuesday, which has been a rarity given the unseasonably cold and active weather pattern we’ve seen much of January. With high pressure in control across the region along with a breezy southwest wind, afternoon highs surged into the upper 40s and low 50s which is several degrees above average…
Mayor gives Lexington state of the city address
Sharing achievements, like include law enforcement successes, economic growth, and upcoming developments
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Mayor Linda Gorton delivered the annual State of the City address, reflecting on the city’s growth in 2024 and looking ahead to future goals. The City Bank Center was full of government leaders, local organizations, and others celebrating Lexington’s 250th anniversary. The celebration was the backdrop for Mayor Linda Gorton’s State of the…
Man accused of killing Scott County Deputy scheduled to change plea
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Steven Sheangshang, accused of fatally shooting Scott County Deputy Caleb Conley during a traffic stop on I-75 in May 2023, is scheduled for a change of plea hearing in Scott County Circuit Court on Wednesday, according to court records. Sheangshang, 46, was indicted on charges including murder of a police officer, robbery, and possession…
3rd Annual “Queen Me” Women’s Conference
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Mayor Gorton’s State of the City Address
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Four men and one woman detained by ICE agents in court
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A total of five people were detained by ICE agents in a Madison County District Court room Monday afternoon. “I was informed that they requested to be in our secure parking, they requested to go upstairs to where we were holding court,” Madison County Circuit Court Clerk David Fernandez said. Fernandez says they…
U.K. Co-op Dr. Lueking, How to develop a positive body image
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Lexington Firefighters respond to blaze at Link-Belt factory
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U.K. Police investigate alleged sexual assault on campus
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The University of Kentucky Police Department in Lexington has issued a crime bulletin alert after a recent report of a sexual assault involving two suspects. According to officers, the assault allegedly happened on January 17th inside the victim’s dorm room on campus. Police say the victim reported the attack this past Sunday. Officers…
Woman saves possible suicide jumper on bridge in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Louisville woman is being called an “angel” and a hero after stopping a man from jumping off the Second Street Bridge Monday evening. According to police, the incident happened around 5 p.m. when the woman spotted the man in crisis and intervened. Body camera footage from officers shows the woman struggling with the…
I.C.E. agents detain man in Madison County
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Mayor Gorton to deliver State of City address
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton is set to deliver her annual “State of the City” address Tuesday at the Central Bank Center in downtown Lexington. According to city officials, the event will begin at 11:30 a.m., with Mayor Gorton expected to take the stage to deliver her remarks at approximately 12:15 p.m. The “State of…
Breezy with more mild temperatures ahead of late week rain
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Tuesday! Breezy and milder conditions are on the horizon as we move through the week, with some wet weather to close out January. Here’s what to expect: Breezy Mid-week Tuesday brings breezy southwesterly winds gusting between 20-30 mph, helping to boost afternoon highs into the mid-to-upper 40s across central Kentucky and even…
Water shortage advisory for residents of Winchester
WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A water shortage advisory has been issued in Clark County as officials work to address problems caused by recent cold weather. The City of Winchester is urging residents to conserve water, citing low water levels in Winchester Utilities’ storage tanks. According to city officials, crews are actively searching for and repairing water main breaks…
FCPS School Board votes to renew Superintendent until 2029
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — On Monday, the Fayette County School Board voted 3-2 to renew the contract of Superintendent, Dr. Demetrus Liggins. This comes after two petitions were created on in opposition of a renewal, and one in favor of keeping Dr. Liggins. The meeting included input from parents, school staff and others. Those in favor of…
Our quiet weather pattern continues the next few days
Temperatures will stay above average this week
We finally got a break from the deep freeze across central and Eastern Kentucky over the weekend as afternoon highs finally worked back well into the 40s giving us a chance to thaw out a bit. After plenty of sunshine Saturday a system sliding by to our south kept some clouds around Sunday but the sun returned quickly on this…
Great Crossing’s Moreno is a McDonald’s All American
UK commit was nominated earlier in January
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Great Crossing High School center and University of Kentucky men’s basketball signee Malachi Moreno is on the final roster for the McDonald’s All American Game in Brooklyn, New York on April 1. Moreno is the 79th McDonald’s All American to sign with UK and the only player from Kentucky in the final field of 24 players,…
Petition gains traction after London officer-involved shooting
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Change.org petition is gaining momentum following a tragic incident in Laurel County, with more than 450 signatures so far. The petition stems from a December 23, 2024 event in which London Police officers reportedly served a warrant for a stolen weedeater at the wrong address in Lily, Kentucky. Officers allegedly forced their way…
Man killed in Friday crash identified
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Fayette County Coroner has identified the man killed in a crash Friday evening as 58-year-old Leo Hull. According to the coroner, Hull was struck by a vehicle around 7:30 p.m. Fire crews arrived at the scene where Hull was pronounced dead. Lexington Police say the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene…
“Sweet and Deadly: A New Mystery Show”
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Early morning fire displaces multiple people in Lexington
Residents report that their building's smoke alarms didn't alert them during the fire
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Multiple people are displaced after a fire damaged three apartments early Monday morning. Shattered windows, scattered debris, and charred walls lined the apartments at the MAA Village off Richmond Road. Officials confirmed that everyone escaped unharmed, but some residents say the fire alarms never activated. Katlyn Barnes and Michael Punzalan, who lived on…