Urban service boundary expansion in Lexington
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Musselman the lone Commonwealth connection to make ISCO Championship cut
The former Kentucky Wildcat shot -10 in Round Two on Friday
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW)- Cooper Musselman’s restless night of sleep after round one didn’t seem to carry over to his second round golf game at the 2024 ISCO Championship. Cooper was cool, calm and collected as he made the cut on Friday. “We got done kind of late last night and I had to help my wife take…
Barr on Biden
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July heat builds back in this weekend and beyond
With highs well into the 90s, heat index values topping the 100 degree mark may become an issue beginning Sunday
It was a toasty finish to the week across Central and Eastern Kentucky with a mix of clouds and sunshine and afternoon highs in the upper 80s and low 90s in most locations. While the humidity levels creep up a bit on Friday afternoon, they weren’t off the charts but as you know it doesn’t take much this time of…
Fatal two-vehicle collision in Scott County under investigation
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Late Thursday night, a tragic two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Cherry Blossom Way and Triport Road in Scott County, resulting in one fatality, according to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office. Information below supplied by the Scott County Sheriff’s Office. Incident Details: On July 11, 2024, at approximately 11:21 p.m., deputies from the…
Lexington implements Phase One of Heat Plan amid rising temperatures
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The city of Lexington will activate Phase One of its Heat Plan starting Saturday, July 13, as the heat index is forecast to reach 95 degrees or higher over the next four days. Key Actions in Phase One: Free Rides to Cooling Stations: LexTran will provide complimentary transportation to cooling stations for individuals experiencing…
Morning Brew Biggby Coffee Winner is Rosa Hubble of Lexington
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Arrests in human trafficking and prostitution investigation in Richmond
UPDATE: RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Richmond Police Department has made two arrests and issued three citations following the execution of a search warrant at Fuji Health Studio on July 11, 2024. Alicia Young, 62, of Richmond, KY, was arrested and charged with promoting human trafficking, promoting prostitution involving two or more prostitutes, practicing massage therapy without a…
Man arrested on child rape charges in Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man has been arrested in connection with the rape of a 12-year-old, following an investigation into explicit images and text messages discovered on a cell phone. Deputies from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office report that 36-year-old Anthony Hicks was arrested on Saturday. Hicks is now facing charges of rape, sodomy, and sexual…
Missing woman sighted near bank in Richmond
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The search for 67-year-old Sherry Fugate, a Berea resident who has been missing since earlier this week, continues with new sightings reported. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office reported that Fugate was spotted on Thursday around noon at Stockyards Bank near Gibson Bay in Richmond. She was last seen wearing an orange t-shirt, blue…
DUI suspect search after deadly crash in Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police (KSP) is actively searching for 44-year-old Curtis Jackson, who is wanted on DUI and homicide charges related to a fatal crash earlier this year. The incident occurred on February 19th on Mount Vernon Road in Berea. According to KSP, Jackson is accused of causing a deadly collision with a motorcycle,…
206 suspects arrested during “Operation Summer Heat”
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — More than 200 suspected drug dealers are now off the streets following a comprehensive drug sting operation conducted by the Kentucky State Police (KSP). KSP announced that all 16 of their posts across the state participated in “Operation Summer Heat,” a three-month investigation targeting suspected drug trafficking rings. This effort culminated in the arrest…
Governor Beshear traveling to Asia
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Governor Andy Beshear is set to depart Friday for a significant trip to Asia, aimed at fostering job development and strengthening economic ties with Japan and South Korea. Beshear’s itinerary includes meetings with business leaders from 17 companies, such as Toyota, SK Group, and Hitachi, to discuss potential job opportunities and expansions for Kentucky….
Lakeside Live concert tonight from 7-10 P.M.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A popular summer event is making a comeback in Lexington. Lakeside Live at Lexington Green is back tonight with live music and food for people to enjoy. The event has been canceled for a few seasons but is resurrecting for the 2024 summer season. The first reinstalment of the event is tonight, Friday,…
Adult website blocks access to Kentuckians
As a result of House Bill 278 that goes into effect July 15
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The world’s largest pornographic website is now blocked for Kentuckians. House Bill 278 passed thru state legislature unanimously this year, restricting access to content deemed harmful to minors online. The official bill goes into effect on July 15th. “It’s clear that, that we’re we unanimously agree on this issue that we should put…
Discussions over tearing down historical church
Barbourville, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWSNOW) — Wayman chapel has been sitting on Old 25 East for more than 100 years. Recently, members received news it was going to be torn down. “I just about passed out; I got so weak in the knees I got so lightheaded,” Michelle Johnson said. She’s been attending the church ever since she was a…
Cause of Veridian apartment fire found
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Ronald McDonald House Charity
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Madison county missing woman
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Local farms closing at alarming rates
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Farming is an essential part of our lives especially here in Kentucky. However, the number of local farmers has dropped almost nine percent in recent years. “It’s critical that we have the next generation of farmers to protect all of our farmland and to protect this industry,” said Jim Coleman, owner of Coleman Crest…
July heats drifts back in heading into the weekend
Temperatures will climb well into the 90s with high heat indices coming into play early next week
After a quick break from the heat and humidity on Wednesday it felt more like a typical July day Thursday across Central and Eastern Kentucky. High pressure at the surface to our southwest provided a mix of clouds and sunshine (despite some upper level energy back to our northwest) which allowed afternoon highs to climb back into the mid to…
Coroner identifies man found dead in burning house
UPDATE (7/11): MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – ABC36 News Now has learned the name of the man, whose body was found inside a burned-out house in Madison County. Coroner Jimmy Cornelison says the man is 59-year old Jerry Thigpen, originally from Tennessee. Right now, the cause of Thigpen’s death is not known. We will update this story as…
Military and First Responders day at the PGA ISCO Championship
NICHOLASVILLE, KY (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Amidst the backdrop of world-class golf, the PGA Championship at Keene Trace is showcasing a deep commitment to honoring service and community on opening day. Crowds grew throughout the morning on Thursday, it not only marked the first round of competition but also highlighted “Military and First Responder Day” at the championship. Active military…
Man arrested for strangulation in Laurel County
LAUREL COUNTY, KY — A man has been arrested for allegedly strangling a pregnant woman who was also holding another baby. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, 45-year-old Paul Samuel Owens was arrested on Tuesday around 4:30 p.m. off Swafford Drive. This followed a disturbance complaint in the area. Upon investigation, police learned that Owens was involved in a…