Lexington police searching for woman wanted in Winchester Road murder

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Crista Moreno, who is wanted in connection with a murder on Winchester Road earlier this month. Police say Moreno, 35, has a warrant for Murder related to the January 16, 2025, homicide. Authorities urge anyone with information about her whereabouts to contact…

Tips to remember as we enter tax season

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — It’s that time of year again where businesses and people are preparing to file their taxes. “If you have a job and you get a paycheck then you may have had taxes withheld, so, by filing a return, you may be able to receive a refund,” partner at Sterling CPA’s Dan Heidemann said….

Shooting suspect in custody in Madison County

UPDATE FROM RICHMOND POLICE (Jan. 24, 2025, 11:45 a.m.) – Travon Hearst turned himself in to Madison County Sheriff’s Office around 11:30 a.m. on January 24, 2025. Hearst will be charged with the following: • Attempted Murder – Domestic Violence • Robbery 1st Degree • Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree Additional charges may follow pending investigation.   ORIGINAL STORY: RICHMOND, Ky….

Two arrests made in Pulaski County drug bust

SCIENCE HILL, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two individuals are behind bars after Pulaski County deputies say a large amount of methamphetamine was burned inside a home in Science Hill. According to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and state detectives executed a search warrant at a residence on Highway 1676. When they got there, authorities noticed smoke coming from…

U.S.P.S. hoping to get back to normal after delays due to storms

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The United States Postal Service (USPS) is addressing delays caused by the severe winter storms earlier this month, which significantly disrupted operations across Kentucky and throughout their network. In a statement, USPS noted that the back-to-back storms, coupled with employee availability challenges, had a substantial impact on mail delivery and processing. The Postal Service…

Lexington-Fayette County Council updates city’s snow plan

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The City of Lexington announced new measures to improve snow removal operations after recent severe winter storms. According to city officials, eight additional snowplows are being redeployed to clear neighborhood streets, while five new plows and salt spreaders have been purchased for approximately $75,000. In a move to further enhance snow-clearing efforts, the city,…

Cold Friday ahead of a gradual warming trend

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

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Friday! As we wrap up the workweek, another cold day awaits across central and eastern Kentucky. Here’s what to expect as we head into the weekend and beyond: Friday: A Chilly Day with Some Flurries Temperatures will struggle to climb today, with afternoon highs only reaching the mid-to-upper 20s across most of…

Secretary of State Michael Adams launches ‘Kentucky Businesses Against Trafficking’ initiative

"Most people who are trafficked would not even recognize themselves as a trafficking victim."

FRANKFORT, Ky.  (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Secretary of State is partnering with business owners in the commonwealth to help put an end to ‘human trafficking’ in Kentucky. Human trafficking is a multi-billion dollar industry across the world. “Most people who are trafficked would not even recognize themselves as a trafficking victim,” said Deanna Lynn, the Executive Director of…

Unseasonably cold air hangs on to close out the week

A nice break from this frigid winter weather pattern is on the horizon

It was a quiet and cold start to Thursday across Central and Eastern Kentucky and it actually felt much more bearable out the door this morning as temperatures rose slightly into the low 20s during the overnight hours. This was a far cry from the sub zero readings of Wednesday morning and given the chronic Arctic air we’ve dealt with…

Family says Amazon driver stole their 16-year-old dog

BURGIN, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Burgin is a small, quiet town right outside of Harrordsburg, where neighbors are like family and crime is not common. “Never had any issues out here ever,” Joseph Latimer said. Joseph and Mariel Donovan have lived in Burgin for about four years. They moved in with Joseph’s grandfather to help care for him…

Few light snow showers Thursday ahead of a cold Friday

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

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Thursday! Temperatures weren’t quite as cold as what we have been dealing with for your morning hours. Actual air temperatures only fell into the upper teens and low 20s for most areas due to a southerly wind. However, this wind did make it feel much colder. Wind chill values fell to the…

London City Council discusses possible litigation for Police Dept.

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The London City Council convened multiple special meetings Monday night, just one month after a deadly police shooting that claimed the life of 63-year-old Doug Harless. According to the London Police Department, the incident occurred on December 23 when officers were serving a search warrant on Vanzant Road. Dispatch audio indicated that police were…

One person taken to hospital after shooting in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Police say one man was taken to the hospital with a gunshot wound after a shooting on the 200 block of E New Circle Road around 6:40 p.m. on Wednesday. Officials say the victim has non-life-threatening injuries. Police do not have suspect information at this time. People with information related to this…

HVAC technicians see rise in calls

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Arctic conditions and freezing temperatures are leading to trouble with ‘heating systems’ in central Kentucky. As a result, HVAC technicians have been in high demand. “It’s flooding in and people need their heat for sure right now,” said Joey Hernandez, a service technician with Southern Comfort Heating and Cooling. During the cold months…

Record setting Lexington high school basketball team reunites for second time in ten years

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Smiles, hugs and laughs filled the Henry Clay High School cafeteria on January 17 as the 2005 Blue Devils boy’s basketball team reunited for the second time in ten years. The 20th anniversary of the team’s 31-4 overall season is this year and current Henry Clay head coach Daniel Brown brought everyone together. “20 years…