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Lexington sees economic impact after a busy few weeks

Sydney St. Claire,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – It has been a busy few weeks in the Bluegrass with multiple events happening around Lexington. From fall meet at Keeneland, UK football games and Big Blue Madness, Scarefest and the Thriller Parade, there has been something for everyone almost every week. With all of these events come many tourists. Martina Barksdale with VisitLEX…

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Two arrested for alleged kidnapping of three children from Fayette County

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington Police say two Fayette County residents were arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping of three children. The incident, which unfolded two weeks ago, involved two family members who did not have custody rights. Authorities were alerted to the situation on October 7th when a caller reported that the children were allegedly being…

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Quiet weather continues in the short term

Sunshine will hang tight the next few days with comfortable temperatures
T.G. Shuck,

After a glorious weekend of weather across Central and Eastern Kentucky with abundant sunshine and afternoon highs in the mid-70s, we saw more of the same to kick off the new work week. With high pressure in control it was a delightful Monday with more sunshine and afternoon highs back into the mid to upper 70s, which is a few…

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Judge reduces bond for mother charged with child abuse

Jane Davenport,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kaela Walker, mother of three-month old Greyson Torres, was seen crying in court today as a detective detailed her son’s injuries which the coroner says ultimately led to his death. “Retinal hemorrhaging, had bleeding behind the eyes, swelling to the brain, multiple brain bleeds, a fracture to the left arm, I believe a…

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Local organization responds to weekend shootings with support

ONE Lexington offers resources following recent uptick in gun violence
Walker Simmons,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Following a weekend of tragic shootings, a local organization is stepping in to provide aid and resources to the community. Officials emphasize that despite a recent decline in homicides, significant change is still needed as gun violence continues to impact the area. “We hear about it, we see it on the news but…

Investigation Into Versailles Road Triple Shooting
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Investigation into Versailles Road triple shooting

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Police are investigating a triple shooting that happened early Saturday morning on Versailles Road in Lexington. According to police, the incident resulted in three people being injured. Two victims were taken to the hospital; one is suffering from life-threatening injuries while the other has non-life-threatening injuries. A third victim later showed up at the…

Officer Involved Shooting At Hospital In Hardin County
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Officer-involved shooting at hospital in Hardin Co.

Officer-involved shooting follows report of gunfire inside hospital
John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

HARDIN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — State police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at Baptist Health Hardin Hospital on Saturday. Investigators report that Elizabethtown police shot an armed suspect after responding to a call regarding a man who had allegedly fired a shot inside the hospital. Elizabethtown police identifying the suspect as 39 year-old George Lee…

Preliminary Hearing In Case Of Baby's Death
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Preliminary hearing in case of baby’s death

Woman faces preliminary hearing in case linked to infant's death
John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW)— A woman charged in connection with her baby’s death is due in court Monday morning for a preliminary hearing, which was rescheduled earlier this month. Kaela Walker, along with Amancio Torres-Trevino, faces charges of child abuse related to the death of their three-month-old son, Greyson Torres. Police report that the baby died earlier this…

Teen Arraigned For Shots Fired At Anniston Drive Mini Mart
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Teen arraigned for shots fired at Anniston Drive Mini Mart

Teen faces multiple charges following mini mart shooting incident
John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A teenager arrested after shots were fired at a mini mart last week is due in court today for an arraignment. 18 year-old Aubrion Johnson faces multiple charges, including robbery, wanton endangerment, and assault. According to investigators, Johnson was arrested on Friday following a call about a robbery involving gunfire at the mini…

Laurel County Paramedic Injured In Crash
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Paramedic recovering after weekend crash in Laurel Co.

Paramedic injured in collision, now recovering at home
John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

Paramedic Recovering After Weekend Crash in Laurel County LAUREL COUNTY — A paramedic is recovering after being injured in a crash over the weekend. According to the sheriff’s office, Paramedic Lieutenant Will Bishop was airlifted to U.K. Hospital on Saturday following a collision while returning from an emergency call. The Laurel County Ambulance Service reported that Bishop was “banged up…

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Fayette Co. Public School board hosts community sessions

Community engagement opportunities this week
John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Fayette County public school board members are engaging with the community this week, providing an opportunity for local residents to participate in discussions regarding the school district. According to the district, the first public session will take place Monday night from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lafayette High School. Additional sessions are scheduled…

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Thriller Parade and more Halloween events this weekend

Sydney St. Claire,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fall is here and Halloween is just around the corner. Lexington Parks and Recreation have been busy hosting many fall and Halloween events this month. Parks and Rec says this weekend will be very busy. “Tonight we have our final ‘Freaky Flicks’ movie at Moondance Amphitheater in Beaumont,” said Superintendent of Arts and Events,…

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Awesome fall weather continues this weekend

Temperatures will continue to warm-up with highs climbing into the 70s
T.G. Shuck,

It was another frosty start to Friday across Central and Eastern Kentucky as high pressure overhead brough clear skies and light winds, created optimal conditions for some solid radiational cooling This allowed temperatures to drop into the low to mid-30s with a good amount of frost around the area at daybreak. With full sunshine through the day temperatures recovered nicely as…