First Chinese community figure skating gala

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The first community figure skating gala was held at the Lexington Ice Center on Saturday. The gala showcased 12 figure skaters. The performance was the very first showcase of the Chinese community in the sport of figure skating in Lexington. “We want to show people there are all kinds of sports, as well as…

Animal shelters in need of fosters

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) –  Animal shelters across the country are at capacity, with many having to turn pets away or even euthanize them. We’re also seeing the same problem here in Kentucky and the problem will only get worse after Helene and Milton. Casey Woods, with the Lexington Humane Society, says while they are full, they are happy…

Great fall weather rolls on into the weekend

Enjoy the warmth as some changes are not far off

It’s been a perfect week of weather across Central and Eastern Kentucky capped off by a tremendous Friday. After quite the chilly start this morning with temperatures in the low 40s, bright sunshine was the rule once again as afternoon highs climbed back into the mid-70s. This amazing October weather pattern is going to stick around for the upcoming weekend…

Austin Harmon is the Mingua Beef Jerky Student Athlete of the Week

Frederick Douglass Offensive Lineman has a 4.0 GPA and wants to join the military

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Frederick Douglass offensive lineman Austin Harmon works just as hard in the classroom as he does on the gridiron. Harmon has a 4-0 GPA and loves to learn about our nation’s political process in his AP Government class. On the field, he is part of a Broncos team that is 3-3 so far this season…

NKY town in shock after mother’s dismembered body found

Community members reacting after gruesome discovery behind Robertson Co. home

Mount Olivet, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A Shockwave of horrific news spread throughout the Robertson County community this week following the arrest of a local woman in connection with disturbing discoveries made at her home. “Next thing I know, police, ‘shoom’,” recalled nearby resident, Mike Graves,”…. “People start talking and rumors start flying, we didn’t know who it was,”…

Donating blood with Kentucky Sports Radio

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Today marked the second annual blood drive with Kentucky Sports Radio and the Kentucky Blood Center. While fans gathered at Kentucky Branded to hear from the KSR crew, KBC set up shop right outside the store with their Blood Mobile. Eric Lindsey with the Kentucky Blood Center says he hopes people will come…

Morehead house fire leaves one person dead

MOREHEAD, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A tragic fire in Morehead has claimed the life of a local resident. Police reported that the Morehead Fire Department responded to a fire early Friday morning at a home on Christy Creek Road. After putting out the fire, firefighters discovered the body of 62-year-old Stanley Erwin inside the home. Erwin was pronounced dead…

Funeral arrangements for helicopter crew members

OWEN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Funeral services have been scheduled for the three crew members who tragically lost their lives in a medical helicopter crash earlier this week in Owen County. State Police reported that pilot Gale Alleman, paramedic James Welsh, and flight nurse Bethany Aicken died after their Air-Evac Lifeteam helicopter crashed on Monday evening near Highway…

Driver charged with DUI after crash

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A driver has been arrested on charges of driving under the influence following an overnight crash in Lexington, according to police. The incident occurred around 12:45 AM at the intersection of Tates Creek Road and New Circle Road. Police reported that the driver veered off the road and ended up crashing into some bushes….

Big Blue Madness

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Solid Blue fans are gearing up for an exciting evening as Big Blue Madness takes center stage on Friday. The event serves as the official kickoff for the UK men’s and women’s basketball seasons. Scheduled for 7 PM at Rupp Arena in Lexington, this year’s Big Blue Madness is notable for being the first…

Lexington Police’s ‘Faith and Blue’ event

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – This weekend, the Lexington Police Department is inviting the community to their ‘Faith and Blue’ event at Immanuel Baptist Church on Tates Creek Road. Scheduled for Sunday from noon to 2 PM, the event aims to foster community bonds and support local causes. Organizers have planned a clothing drive benefiting GreenHouse 17, an advocacy…

PHOTOS: Viewer photos of aurora borealis

The Northern Lights were visible over Kentucky once again Thursday night

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) were visible over central and eastern Kentucky once again Thursday night! Here are some photos submitted to us by viewers. Submit your own photos here: Submit Viewer Photos Categories: Featured, Local Weather Headlines Tags: ABC 36 Weather Watchers, aurora, Aurora borealis, Kentucky, Northern Lights, Sky Watchers

Lexington’s 250th anniversary celebrations

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington is set to celebrate a monumental milestone in 2025, marking 250 years since the city’s founding in 1775. City officials have announced a year-long series of events to honor Lexington’s rich history, with plans unveiled during the recent “Thursday Night Live” downtown. Mayor Linda Gorton shared her excitement about the celebration, dubbed “250…