Woodford County man arrested for allegedly sharing pictures of child sex abuse online

VERSAILLES, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch has arrested Chad A. Swiger, 43, on charges related to child sexual abuse material. Swiger’s arrest, which occurred on June 6, 2024, at approximately 8:10 p.m., stems from an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation conducted by the KSP Electronic Crime Branch. The investigation was initiated after…

Suspect search after shootings in Danville

DANVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) -The search is ongoing for the individual or individuals responsible for two separate shootings in Boyle County, Kentucky. These incidents resulted in one person being hospitalized and another tragically losing their life. According to Danville Police, the first shooting occurred just before 4:00 a.m. Sunday morning. A 43-year-old man was fatally shot multiple times while…

Church security conference in Jessamine County

JESSAMINE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Central Kentucky churches are coming together for an important cause: ensuring the safety and security of their congregations. With recent concerns about safety during religious services, church leaders are proactively addressing these issues by hosting a security conference. Set to take place on June 22nd at Clays Mill Baptist Church in Nicholasville, this…

Grandfather and parents charged in missing baby case expect in court Monday

OHIO COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) -The family saga surrounding the disappearance of eight-month-old Miya Tucker Rudd in Ohio County has taken a new turn, with the grandparents now facing charges alongside the parents as the search for the infant continues. Kentucky State Police initiated the investigation after Miya Tucker Rudd was reported missing last week following a welfare check…

Kentucky baseball defeats Oregon State to advance to first ever College World Series

UK baseball defeated Oregon State 3-2 overnight

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky is headed to the College World Series in Omaha for the first time in program history. UK baseball defeated Oregon 3-2 overnight in Game 2 of the Lexington Super Regional in front of a record more than 7,500 fans at Kentucky Proud Park. The game started at 9 p.m. Sunday night and…

Lawmaker talks about moving forward with DJJ

DJJ is set to give progress update in September

(ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Department of Juvenile Justice, back in the spotlight, this time trying to find solutions to problems. “What came out in the meeting on the budget review subcommittee, is the budget review of the appropriations and revenue was almost criticism that we didn’t budget money properly, made clear by the governor in some other comments,…

Motorcyclists hit the road as weather warms up

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As warmer weather kicks in, more people are out on the roads traveling and that includes motorcyclists. A sergeant with the police department and one rider spoke about the importance of motorcycle safety. “Speed is a huge contributing factor in a lot of accidents, whether it be motorcycles or vehicles,” said Sgt. Gary Thurman…

Dodging a few showers but it shouldn’t be a wash-out this weekend

A frontal boundary will dive in from the northwest into Saturday with a few spotty showers possible.

It was a picture perfect finish to the week across Central and Eastern Kentucky with plenty of sunshine, a fresh breeze out of the west and overachieving highs into the upper 70s to near 80 degrees. The much advertised dry and mild air that settled in behind a secondary boundary late Thursday really put the finishing touches on a delightful…

Search for baby continues after parents arrest

REYNOLDS STATION, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – In Ohio County, the search continues for a missing baby following the arrest of her parents on child abuse and drug charges. According to Kentucky State Police, eight-month-old Miya Tucker was reported missing during a welfare check at a home in Reynolds Station. Investigators indicate that she was last believed to be in…

Gun violence awareness day in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) -Friday marks National Gun Violence Awareness Day, with people nationwide donning orange in solidarity with shooting victims and rallying against gun violence. In Lexington, as reported by ABC36 News Now, there have been six deadly shootings and at least 30 non-fatal shootings so far this year. At noon, officials from ‘Moms Demand Action’ will host…

Fantastic Friday ahead of a few weekend rain chances

Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Friday! Beautiful conditions out there to close out the workweek and kick off the weekend. Afternoon highs will be reaching the upper 70s under mostly sunny skies. Humidity plummets today leading to pleasant feeling conditions. It’s a CRC Roofing ‘Go Day’ as well so go out and enjoy the nice weather! There…

National Doughnut Day

RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – On National Doughnut Day, we celebrate the delicious pastry that has become a beloved treat worldwide. But did you know that this day has a deeper significance? National Doughnut Day honors the women of the Salvation Army who served doughnuts to soldiers during World War I, boosting morale and providing comfort during difficult times….

The Capital Expo Festival this weekend in Franklin County

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – In Franklin County, the Capital Expo Festival is set to kicks off Friday in Frankfort, Kentucky, promising a weekend of fun and festivities for residents and visitors alike. This annual event, eagerly anticipated by locals, showcases the vibrant culture and community spirit of the capital city. The festival, which spans across various locations in…

Two new koalas arrive at the Louisville Zoo

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – In a delightful turn of events, the Louisville Zoo in Jefferson County has welcomed two adorable koalas to its family. These cuddly marsupials, hailing all the way from the renowned San Diego Zoo, made their grand entrance earlier this week, much to the excitement of zoo enthusiasts across the region. Interestingly, this isn’t the…