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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

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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…

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Seven young dogs rescued after being abandoned

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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

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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
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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…

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#20 Kentucky women’s basketball makes a statement in win over #18 Louisville

Wildcats move to 4-0 on the season, face
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Credit- UK Athletics LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Kenny Brooks and his new-look Wildcats ended a seven game losing streak to Kentucky’s archrival, Louisville, with a 71-61 overtime win on Saturday. How it Happened A sold out crowd inside Memorial Coliseum saw almost every first half UK run answered by the Cardinals to keep Louisville ahead by three at the…
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Young talent shines in big win over Murray State

Hallie DeVore,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The cats halted a four game losing streak on Saturday with a 48-6 win over Murray State. The cats totaled 582 yards of offense and were a perfect 6-6 in the red zone. The game was split between two quarterbacks. Brock Vandagriff played the first half; throwing for 183 yards and two touchdowns….

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Family expresses frustration with judicial process over son’s case

Corry Jackson's family maintains his innocence
Ana Medina,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A man accused of murder made another court appearance Friday morning for a status hearing, the trial is set to begin next month. Corry Jackson has remained behind bars since 2023, and since then his family continues to advocate for him, maintaining his innocence. During the hearing on Friday, the judge setting another…