FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — State police are searching for 60-year-old Steven Girtley. He is accused of shooting and killing 36-year-old Justin Girtley during an alleged argument at a home in the Flat Creek Road area on Saturday. According to investigators, Steven Girtley ran off into a wooded area after the shooting. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Kentucky volleyball continues to win after a 2-0 weekend at home in the SEC. Brooklyn DeLeye led the team in kills with 11 and Eleanor Beavin had a team high three aces. UK beat Texas A&M and LSU in straight sets on Friday and Sunday. The wins move the team’s winning streak to seven matches….
Credit- EKU Sports RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Eastern Kentucky football is on a three game winning run and has bested ranked opponents for the second time in as many weeks. The Colonels beat No. 16 Central Arkansas 31-24 behind a Joshua Carter rushing touchdown with just over two minutes remaining in the game. On defense, the Colonels had a…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- The Mark Pope era is off to a 2-0 start after Kentucky bested Bucknell 100-72 at home on Saturday. Pope is 4-0 including exhibition games and Kentucky has scored at least 100 points for two games in a row. Statistics Splash Kerr Kriisa and Koby Brea were the stars of the Wildcat’s offense. Kriisa provided…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Bryan Station, Sayre, LCA, Lexington Catholic, Madison Central and George Rogers Clark all picked up first round playoff wins on the ABC 36 EndZone. Henry Clay at Bryan Station and Madison Central at Tates Creek West Carter at Lexington Catholic and Fairview at Sayre Green County at LCA and GRC at Lafayette Categories: ENDZONE 2024,…
It was a pleasant finish to the week across Central and Eastern Kentucky as high pressure built into the Ohio Valley. The return of sunshine was a welcome sight after a couple of dreary days through the mid-week. Even with a few high clouds drifting into the area, afternoon highs reached the mid-60s which is a few degrees above average for early…
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MONTICELLO, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) is investigating a suspected murder and house fire in Wayne County. Early Friday morning, around 1:00 a.m., KSP was contacted by Wayne County 911 after reports of a fire on Old Springs Road, where the residence owner, 64-year-old Mary J. Fulton, was believed to be inside. KSP Detective Matthew…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The FBI is investigating after 25-year-old inmate Kailon Lewis was found dead at the Federal Medical Center in Lexington. According to a statement from the U.S. Department of Justice, Lewis was discovered unresponsive Wednesday evening. Staff attempted life-saving measures, but he was ultimately pronounced dead by EMS. Lewis was serving a 25-year sentence…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The University of Kentucky is stepping up safety measures on campus following a shooting incident near the area last weekend. Starting Friday, the UK Police Department is implementing several changes, including increased patrols, enhanced lighting, and tighter access to parking garages. “Starting today, you’re going to see an increase in the number of…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Friday! It’s a clear start to the day for the northern half of the area with lingering clouds and some fog in southern and southeastern Kentucky. This cloud cover will be clearing out throughout the day giving way to pleasant conditions for the afternoon. Temperatures will be peaking in the low-to-mid 60s…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Country music star Jelly Roll is set to take the stage at Rupp Arena this Friday night, with the concert kicking off at 7 p.m. Large crowds and increased traffic are anticipated in and around the area, so concert-goers and local commuters should plan accordingly. For those interested in attending, tickets are still…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — After a nearly two-month delay, Lexington’s Latin Festival is back on the calendar for this weekend. City officials say the event, originally planned for September 27, was postponed due to rain from Hurricane Helene. The rescheduled festival will take place on Saturday from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Masterson Station Park. Organizers…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — If you’re looking for employment opportunities in Central Kentucky, the City of Lexington is hosting a career fair next Tuesday, November 12. City officials say they’re hiring for various roles, including police officers, corrections officers, firefighters, and other city positions. The career fair will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the…
KENTUCKY (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky’s modern gun deer hunting season kicks off this Saturday, and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife is reminding hunters to follow safety protocols and regulations. Known as one of the top ten states for hunters seeking trophy bucks, Kentucky offers abundant hunting opportunities, but the department wants to ensure that safety remains…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The University of Kentucky (UK) is increasing safety measures for students following a shooting incident near campus last weekend. UK Police announced additional security patrols and enhanced lighting on North Campus, especially around the Winslow Street area where shots were fired early last Sunday morning. Extra officers will patrol from 10 p.m. to…
CLAY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police is investigating the death of a 49-year-old suspect, Shawn Gibson, who reportedly overdosed on drugs while in police custody. According to investigators, Gibson allegedly ingested drugs in the back seat of a state police patrol vehicle following his arrest during a traffic stop on North Highway 66 earlier this…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A serious crash on Nicholasville Road and West Reynolds Road left two people hospitalized late Thursday night. According to Lexington Police, the collision occurred around 9:30 p.m. when an inbound vehicle reportedly crossed into oncoming lanes and collided with an outbound vehicle. Emergency responders took both drivers to the hospital, with at least…
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