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Gov. Beshear announces record-breaking battery manufacturing project in Shelbyville; more than 1500 jobs created

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Gov. Andy Beshear announced a landmark economic development project on Friday, with Shelbyville Battery Manufacturing set to create 1,572 high-tech jobs through a nearly $712 million investment in Shelby County. According to a release, the initiative marks the largest jobs announcement in Kentucky in over two years and the biggest investment in Shelby…

Louisville Construction Worker In Fall Accident Is Rescued
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Worker rescued from construction accident in Louisville

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A construction worker was hospitalized after a dramatic nine-hour rescue Thursday following a 10- to 12-foot fall into a debris-filled void at a demolition site in Louisville. According to the Louisville Fire Department, the worker became trapped beneath gravel and large chunks of concrete during the incident. Firefighters worked tirelessly, removing tons of…

Cloudy And Cooler Friday Ahead Of A Pleasant Weekend
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Cloudy and cooler Friday ahead of a pleasant weekend

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

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Friday! We have lingering clouds around for your Friday that will keep our temperatures in the low-to-mid 50s. We can’t rule out a light mist of drizzle early in the day, especially in eastern Kentucky. Today will be a few degrees cooler area wide than Thursday. Saturday will start off chilly with…

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UPDATE: Golden Alert canceled in Lexington for missing woman

Police say she has been located
Jane Davenport,

UPDATE: Lexington police say Silverman has been located and is safe. ORIGINAL STORY: LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington police issued a Golden Alert for 75-year-old Pamela Silverman. She was last seen on November 5th on Snaffle Road. Investigators says she has blue eyes, is 5’8 and weighs about 180 pounds. Police say Silverman has a mental health…

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Clean slate town hall hosted

Zach Powell, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — DREAM.org and the Kentucky Clean Slate Coalition hosted a “Clean Slate Town Hall” in Lexington on Thursday night, focusing on efforts to support individuals seeking a fresh start after serving their time. The event highlighted the Clean Slate Act, which aims to reduce recidivism by automatically expunging certain records for eligible individuals who…

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Clouds linger across the area as we close out the week

Sunshine should be back in the picture for the upcoming weekend
T.G. Shuck,

We saw a good soaking rain during the early hours of Thursday across Central and Eastern Kentucky as an area of low pressure and a frontal system moved into the Ohio Valley. Most locations picked up a solid 1″ to 2″ rainfall totals with slightly less amounts in the far eastern part of the state. Clouds and additional scattered showers…

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Winter weather prep: Is your car ready for the cold?

AAA experts share tips to ensure your vehicle is winter-ready
Walker Simmons,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — With winter weather on the way, experts say now is the time to prepare your car for the cold months ahead. AAA Bluegrass advises drivers to check essential parts of their vehicles to avoid unexpected issues in snow and icy conditions. The first place to start? Your tires. Fleet Manager Randy Tate explains…

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Joint Investigation Uncovers DMT and Meth Labs in Laurel County, Federal Charges Anticipated

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KNOX COUNTY, LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A collaborative investigation by the Knox County Sheriff’s Office and the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office has led to the discovery of methamphetamine and DMT labs in Laurel County. According to a release, the investigation began on October 23, 2024, as the Knox County Sheriff’s Office followed up on a burglary…

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Man arrested in Franklin County murder investigation following days-long search

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) has arrested Steven Girtley in connection to a recent murder in Franklin County. Authorities reported that Girtley was found and taken into custody early Thursday morning, inside a barn on his property. He is behind bars in the Franklin County Detention Center and faces one count of murder. The…

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Family seeks support after fatal accident on Winchester Rd.

Fundraiser set up for funeral expenses and support for victim’s daughter
Walker Simmons,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The family of a pedestrian who was fatally struck by a car on Winchester Road, is asking for help from the community. Authorities say 43-year-old Angelina Wells was hit and killed while walking on the roadway Monday. Family members have set up a GoFundMe to assist with funeral expenses and to provide support…

Rain Showers Continue On Thursday
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Lingering clouds and showers for Thursday

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

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Thursday! Most of the area has received over an inch of rain since Wednesday evening, with lingering scattered showers in the forecast today. The heaviest of the rain has passed to the east so don’t expect a steady rain like what occurred overnight. The rain we will see today will be scattered…

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Calls for resignation of JCPS chief equity officer over social media post

Lawmakers demand John Marshall step down following controversial comment
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Pressure is mounting for the resignation of Jefferson County Public Schools Chief Equity Officer John Marshall following a controversial social media post. Marshall’s response on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) on Monday came after he was asked by professionals and students about strategies moving forward. Lawmakers are calling his comments “racist” and “inflammatory,” suggesting they…

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Bicyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in Lexington crash

Incident occurred on Lane Allen Road
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Police are investigating after a bicyclist was hit by a car Wednesday afternoon in Lexington. Officials say the incident happened around 5:30 p.m. on Lane Allen Road near Garden Springs Drive. Authorities say the bicyclist was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. According to investigators, the driver of the vehicle stayed at…
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Boil water advisory issued for Estill Co.

Advisory in place due to work on new water line under Irvine Bridge
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ESTILL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A county-wide boil water advisory has been issued for Estill County. Officials say crews with the Estill County Water District are working on a new line under the Irvine Bridge. Residents are advised to boil their tap water for at least three minutes before use as a precaution until further notice. Categories:…

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Estill Co. assistant coach arrested on rape charges

Coach accused of inappropriate relationships with two students
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ESTILL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — According to state police, an assistant coach at Estill County High School has been arrested on rape charges. Officials say 22-year-old Samuel Beeler was taken into custody on Wednesday. He faces two counts of rape. According to state police, Beeler is accused of having inappropriate relationships with two students. As previously reported,…