UPDATE: At least two people killed in factory explosion in Louisville

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WHAS11) — Two people are dead and at least ten people are injured after an explosion at a factory in Louisville’s Clifton neighborhood. The incident was reported at the Givaudan Sense Colour manufacturing plant in the 1900 block of Payne Street around 3 p.m. Tuesday. The plant is known for producing caramel color in soft drinks. Twelve people…

Dry into Wednesday before showers return late week

Another good soaking rain is on the horizon

It definitely felt more like the heart of November across Central and Eastern Kentucky on Tuesday as a weak frontal boundary ushered in a shot of cooler air. Despite all the bright sunshine, afternoon highs struggled to reach the mid-50s which is right around average for this time of the year, something that has been a rarity the last month or so with…

Adair and Casey Counties Circuit Court Judge suspended

CASEY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Judge Judy Vance Murphy, who serves as a circuit judge for Casey and Adair Counties, has been temporarily suspended from her role following a preliminary investigation into alleged misconduct. Court records indicate that Murphy agreed to a suspension order, which is effective from November 11 through November 25, and will be without…

Robertson County woman accused in mother’s murder enters not guilty plea

MOUNT OLIVET, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Torilena Fields, the Robertson County woman charged with multiple offenses related to the alleged murder and dismemberment of her mother, entered a not guilty plea during a Zoom court appearance from the Bourbon County Detention Center. Fields faces several charges, including murder, abuse of a corpse, tampering with physical evidence, obstructing government…

Daughter accused of killing and dismembering mother due in court

MOUNT OLIVET, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A Robertson County woman, 32-year-old Torilena Fields, is set to appear in court Tuesday afternoon for an arraignment following charges related to the alleged murder and dismemberment of her mother. Fields faces charges of murder, abuse of a corpse, tampering with physical evidence, and animal torture. According to Kentucky State Police, Fields…

Cooler Tuesday ahead of Wednesday night rain

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

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Tuesday! You’ll need your jacket for most of the day today with morning temperatures in the upper 30s and afternoon highs struggling to get out of the low-to-mid 50s. This will likely be our first day so far this month with below average temperatures, that is how warm it has been so…

Arrest made in deadly moped crash; victim identified

UDATE 2: Lexington police say they’ve made an arrest in the deadly hit-and-run accident. 21-year-old Logan Rogers is charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident/Failure to Render Aid or Assist leading to Death or serious Physical Injury. Rogers is be held in the Fayette County Detention Center.   UPDATE: The Fayette County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as…

Water restored at Lincoln County schools, boil advisory in effect

Classes resume as scheduled at Lincoln County High and Middle Schools

STANFORD, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Water has been restored at Lincoln County High School and Middle School, and classes will resume as scheduled Tuesday. The district says the water disruption was due to a leak with Stanford Waterworks, which led to Monday’s cancellation of classes. However, the schools are now under a boil water advisory. Officials say water…

Lexington zone-change hearing for mobile home park Tuesday

Urban County Council to hold special meeting for public comment on Price Road ordinance

  LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A special zone-change hearing is scheduled Tuesday night during an Urban County Council meeting in downtown Lexington. According to city officials, the meeting will include public comments on an ordinance proposing a zone change for property on Price Road to accommodate a mobile home park. The meeting is set to begin at…

Puppies abandoned at Harrison Co. animal shelter, officials seek help

Shelter files report, offers to waive charges if owner comes forward

CYNTHIANA, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Flora Shropshire Animal Shelter in Harrison County is asking for help after two puppies were abandoned at their facility. Officials say someone tossed the puppies over the shelter’s gate early Monday morning while they were closed. The shelter is now looking for the dogs’ owner to gather information about the puppies’ age,…

Community supports family who lost home in Lawrenceburg fire

Anderson County community raises nearly $2,000 for Bast family after devastating fire

LAWRENCEBURG, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A GoFundMe has been launched to support a family of four who lost their home in a fire in Lawrenceburg. According to the fundraiser, the fire occurred on Sunday at a residence in the Hammonds Creek community. The organizer says the Bast family was not home during the blaze, but they lost everything…

Woman identified in fatal pedestrian accident on Winchester Rd

Lexington police say no charges are expected against the driver

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Fayette County Coroner has identified the woman who died after being struck by a car on Monday as 43-year-old Angelina Wells. According to Lexington police, Wells was hit around 6 p.m. while walking on Winchester Road. Authorities say no charges are expected to be filed against the driver. Categories: Featured, GMK, Local…

UK Women’s soccer seeded fifth, will host NCAA first round

Versus West Virginia on Friday at 7 p.m.

The Bell.Kentucky defeats Tennessee 4-0.Photo by Tyler Ruth | UK Athletics KENTUCKY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- For the first time in a decade, Kentucky women’s soccer will host a post-season match at home. Head Coach Troy Fabiano’s team (11-4-4, 3-3-4) will play West Virginia (12-5-2, 8-2-1) in the NCAA Tournament first round on Friday at 7 p.m. The team is…

#19 Kentucky renews rivalry with Duke in Atlanta

State Farm Champions Classic

Kentucky’s Kerr Kriisa (77) celebrates a Bucknell turnover during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. Kentucky won 100-72. (AP Photo/James Crisp) LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- As Kentucky moves up four spots to 19th in the nation according to the latest Associated Press rankings, an early season challenge is coming…

Mark Stoops says he’s not leaving UK, previews Murray State matchup

Stoops was asked about the possibility of leaving during his Monday press conference

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- When asked about speculation that he would step down at the end of this season, Mark Stoops didn’t mince words about the chances. “Zero,” said Stoops as he shook his head. “Zero percent chance that I do that. Next question.” Regardless of the online chatter, the facts state that Kentucky has a football game this…

Feeling a bit more like November into Tuesday

A weak frontal system will bring a quick shot of cooler air to the commonwealth

After a wet finish to the weekend with beneficial rains throughout the region, it was a beautiful Veterans Day across Central and Eastern Kentucky on Monday. Drier air moved into the commonwealth allowing for a return of plenty of sunshine as afternoon highs worked back into the mid-60s, which is slightly above average for this time of the year. The…

Lexington native, World Series champion helping first responders

Walker Buehler is a Henry Clay High School alumnus and pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers

NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Walker Buehler takes no days off when it comes to helping his community. The Lexington native, who went to Henry Clay High School, is back in the Bluegrass for his annual golf outing to fundraise for first responders. “I’ve had some really cool moments on the field, but this is what we take the most…