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Lexington launches hotline for short-term rental complaints

City unveils new way to report issues against rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo
Walker Simmons,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Residents in Lexington now have a dedicated way to file complaints against short-term rental properties like Airbnb and Vrbo. The city introduced a 24/7 hotline at 859-710-9048 and an online reporting form to address issues such as noise disturbances or unlicensed properties. “This is going to allow us one centralized place to gather…

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EKU celebrates new state-of-the art aviation facility

Jane Davenport,

RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Eastern Kentucky University’s already successful aviation program is expected to soar to new heights with a new facility. “EKU already provides our only university-based aviation program. Right now, the program has more than 460 students,” Governor Andy Beshear said. Government leaders joined students and staff from EKU to celebrate a monumental moment in…

Rainy Start To Tuesday Ahead Of A Taste Of Winter Late Week
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Rainy start to Tuesday ahead of a taste of winter late week

Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Tuesday! We are tracking a round of rain and a few storms early for your Tuesday before we try to clear things out a bit later this afternoon in central Kentucky. Wednesday will be the day of change as temperatures will be falling behind a quick moving cold front that sweeps through…
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Bicyclist confirmed dead after crash

Jane Davenport,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Fayette County Coroner has confirmed that a bicyclist has died following a crash on Lane Allen Road near Garden Springs Drive around 5:30 p.m. on November 13th. The coroner says he died the following day on November 14th at UK Hospital. Authorities say the crash was between the bicyclist and another car;…

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UPDATE: Murder suspect due in court

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UPDATE: GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — The man accused of killing Scott County Deputy Caleb Conley during a traffic stop in 2023 is seeking to have the death penalty removed as a sentencing option in his case. Steven Sheangshang appeared in court Tuesday, where his defense team argued for the motion, citing serious mental illness. The judge did…

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Aviation flight school groundbreaking at EKU

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is set to host a groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday for its new $25 million aviation flight school facility. The event will take place at the Central Kentucky Regional Airport in Richmond. According to university officials, EKU’s aviation program, which began in 1983, has seen significant growth over the years,…

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NTSB releases report on Nicholasville aircraft crash

Crash claimed lives of 72-year-old husband and wife team near Ashgrove Road
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NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its preliminary findings on last month’s deadly powered parachute crash that killed a 72-year-old husband and wife in Nicholasville. The crash occurred on October 27 near a remote grass airstrip off Ashgrove Road. Investigators say the powered parachute crashed nose-first, coming to a stop about…

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Scholarship created in honor of Catholic priest following his sudden death

Jane Davenport,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Catholic High School has created a scholarship fund in honor of a Lexington priest who passed away earlier this year. Father Norman Fischer died unexpectedly on July 15th, weeks before his 51st birthday. He was the pastor at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church and the chaplain at Lexington Catholic High School. The…

Seven Young Dogs Rescued After Being Abandoned
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Seven young dogs rescued after being abandoned

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control is urging the community to take action against animal cruelty after officers rescued seven dogs abandoned in a car last week. According to officials, officers responded to a concerned citizen’s call about a “car full of dogs” abandoned in an industrial area. After days of searching, authorities located…

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Record-breaking travel numbers expected for Thanksgiving

Jane Davenport,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Here in the Commonwealth, Triple A says they’re expecting over a million Kentuckians to travel this Thanksgiving. “We’re really expecting that this Thanksgiving is going to be a record-breaker. We’re expecting about 80 million people to travel nationwide,” Lori Weaver-Hawkins with Triple A said. She says here in Kentucky, 96% of people will…

Warm Start To The Week Ahead Of A Winter Like Chill Late Week
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Warm start to the week ahead of a winter-like chill late week

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

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Monday! We are tracking mild temperatures to start your week. Afternoon highs will be climbing into the mid-to-upper 60s today. Those unseasonably mild temperatures will be likely even with cloud cover around through most of the day. I doubt we will see much sunshine, if any at all, through the day. Rain…

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Big Blue Crush blood drive kicks off in Kentucky

Fans compete against Tennessee in annual blood donation event
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Big Blue Nation is rolling up their sleeves this week for the 37th annual “Big Blue Crush” blood drive, competing against Tennessee to see which state can gather the most blood donations. The Kentucky Blood Center says the event kicks off today and continues through Friday. Kentucky currently leads the series against Tennessee…

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Gov. Beshear declares ‘Crash Responder Safety Week’ in Kentucky

Drivers urged to slow down and move over for emergency personnel on the road
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Governor Andy Beshear has proclaimed this week as “Crash Responder Safety Week” in Kentucky. Governor Beshear highlighted the daily risks faced by emergency responders and public safety personnel who assist people in need on the road. The governor is urging drivers to slow down and move over to help protect first responders. State…

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Investigation underway after fiery crash on I-75 in Scott Co.

Northbound lanes closed for hours following Sunday night collision and fire
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SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — An investigation is underway after a fiery crash shut down lanes on I-75 in Scott County Sunday night. The Scott County Sheriff’s Office says a collision led to a fire around 10 p.m. on I-75 northbound near mile marker 136. Deputies report that lanes on this section of I-75 were closed for…

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Kentucky couple set to appear in court in 4-year-old’s death

Prosecutors seek death penalty in case involving niece's murder
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WHITLEY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A Southern Kentucky couple charged in the death of a 4-year-old is set to appear in court this afternoon. According to court records, Adam Hayes and his girlfriend, Brittany Slaughter, face multiple charges, including murder, abuse of a corpse, tampering with physical evidence, and child abuse. Investigators said Hayes and Slaughter had…