It was a nice Thursday by early September standards across Central and Eastern Kentucky with a mix of clouds and sunshine and warm high temperatures into the mid to upper 80s. With some moisture creeping back into the area on Wednesday the humidity levels stayed a bit elevated through the day so it felt a tad on the muggy side…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Community members voiced their frustrations Thursday regarding short-term rentals and proposed regulations during a forum held in Lexington. The discussion is part of a broader national conversation about the impacts of platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo on local communities. “I think we’d see a lot of lost business outside of Fayette County if…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A special reveal is planned for tonight’s Thursday Night Live in downtown Lexington. Organizers say they will be launching “Hidden Horses Lexington,” featuring small horse sculptures placed around the area. In addition to the reveal, the event will also include live music. The festivities kick off at 5 p.m. at the Fifth Third Bank…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Keeneland is currently hiring for various positions ahead of the fall meet, which takes place in October. According to Keeneland, those interested in working at the historic race track can apply online or in person at the Keeneland Hiring Center. Available positions include roles in concessions, guest services, parking, and security. Categories: Featured, Local…
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – An 18-year-old in Laurel County has been arrested after being accused of breaking windows on police cruisers and stealing from the sheriff’s office. Deputies say Connor Patterson was taken into custody on Tuesday night after windows were found broken on two squad cars. Investigators also reported that a handheld radio and other gear…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Thursday! Summer-like heat builds for your Thursday and Friday ahead of a true “fall feel” this weekend. Afternoon highs Thursday and Friday will be climbing into the mid-to-upper 80s. Thursday will stay mainly dry with just a pop-up shower or two. Friday evening will feature rain and storm chances moving in during…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Lexington Police Department is joining a campaign to remind gun owners to practice gun safety. They are joining the International Associations of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and the one and only, Shaquille O’Neal. The campaign is called “Right to Carry, Duty to Secure.” And, it is not just the Lexington Police Department,…
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WINCHESTER, CLARK CO. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — On Wednesday, 24 hours after tragedy struck Clark County, the superintendent of the school system addressing the community regarding the incident that killed McKenna Letcher. Meantime, the family of Letcher has hired an attorney. “We are hurting, we are heartbroken,” says Clark County Public Schools superintendent, Dustin Howard. It’s a loss that…
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Despite some stubborn mid to high level cloud cover again across the area again on Wednesday, it turned out to be a pretty nice day overall for early September across Central and Eastern Kentucky. Despite the scattered clouds we did see enough sunshine to help push afternoon highs back into the low and mid-80s in most locations. With a mid-level…
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The FBI has launched a new search in Cox’s Creek, Kentucky, as part of the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, a Bardstown mother of five who went missing in 2015. Officials state the search follows tips recently received regarding the case. The FBI has been leading the investigation since 2020, and…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A student at the University of Kentucky (UK) and owner of the restaurant ‘L8nite,’ Mohamed Weheba, is expressing frustration after UK requested that he remove outdoor signage from his establishment. The signage, which Weheba says led to increased foot traffic inside his restaurant, is now at the center of a dispute between the…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Fayette County Coroner has identified 30-year-old Deonte Logan as the victim of Tuesday evening’s shooting on Cambridge Drive. Police say the shooting happened around 5:15 p.m. Tuesday on the 2000 block of Cambridge Drive. Logan was taken to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead. This shooting marks the city’s 11th…
