LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The London Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying individuals connected to an overnight theft at a local business. Police say the theft happened at Kentucky Highlands Investment, located at 362 Old Whitley Road in London. Investigators say they are working to identify the individuals pictured in connection with the incident….
SOMERSET, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Firefighters in Somerset responded to a structure fire on Franklin Court, where crews encountered flames and heavy smoke coming from the rear of a home. According to the Somerset Fire Department, everyone inside the residence was able to escape safely before firefighters arrived. Officials say crews launched an offensive interior attack through the front…
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DANVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A police officer in Danville was involved in a fatal shooting Sunday night while responding to a call involving a man reported to be in crisis. According to the Danville Police Department, officers were called to the Center Estates Apartments around 9:37 p.m. after a report of a suicidal man armed with a knife….
CORBIN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Corbin Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing juvenile. Police say Hayden Baker was last seen in the area of Maple Lane and the Falls Road Kroger in Corbin. Investigators say he may possibly be in Bell County. Corbin police say they are actively working the case and…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Crews with the Lexington Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire early Wednesday morning in Lexington. According to the department’s public information officer, crews were dispatched to the 5500 block of Athens-Boonesboro Road around 2:31 a.m. for a report of smoke inside a structure. The call was upgraded to a structure fire after…
UPDATE: Kentucky State Police says Frank Coomer has been located and is safe. ORIGINAL STORY: PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The search continues this morning for a missing veteran in Pulaski County. According to Kentucky State Police, 54-year-old Frank Coomer was last seen Friday driving from his home in Somerset in a blue Honda Civic. Troopers say Coomer…
HARDIN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man and a teenager are both facing charges in connection with the deadly shooting of a 15-year-old girl in a Lowe’s parking lot in Elizabethtown. According to police, the shooting happened around 2:30 a.m. Sunday outside the Lowe’s in Elizabethtown. Officers say the victim was shot in the chest. Police say 21-year-old…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — One person was taken to the hospital following an overnight crash in Lexington. According to police, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. at the intersection of Newtown Pike and Stanton Way. Officers say the person who was injured was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No additional details were immediately released. Categories: Featured,…
Chilly, dry, and breezy start to the week Monday begins very cold, with feels like temperatures in the teens. By the afternoon, temperatures will be near average in the mid 40s. A breezy southwestern wind will add a chill to the air. Be sure to wear layers. Winds stay breezy heading into Tuesday. By the afternoon, gusts up to 30-35…
A slick start to Sunday gives way to clearing skies We started Sunday with a few snow showers moving through the area, leading to slick spots and some light accumulation in parts of the viewing area. Thankfully, conditions improved as the day went on. Sunshine broke through during the afternoon, helping melt away any lingering snow. Even with the clearing,…
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Madison County Coroner’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating the next of kin for Grover Smith, Jr. Smith was 67 years old, born in Mason County, Kentucky, and had been living in Richmond at the time of his death. Anyone with information that could help identify or locate family members…
After a wet start to Friday with gusty showers and a few rumbles of thunder across Central and Eastern Kentucky, the unseasonably mild air we’ve enjoyed the last several days tried to hang on a bit longer as the rain wound down for the time being. It was another breezy day with southwest wind at 10 to 20 miles per…
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — City leaders in London have approved an ordinance that will allow several city departments and agencies to continue operating under an amended budget, following weeks of concern over potential layoffs. During a special-called meeting, members of the London City Council approved the ordinance on second reading. The move repeals the original budget that Randall Weddle…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — At first glance, DV8 Kitchen looks like a busy neighborhood restaurant. But behind the counter and in the kitchen, something much bigger is happening. DV8 Kitchen is built around a simple idea: helping people in recovery find steady work, dignity, and a fresh start. Founder Rob Perez says the concept was inspired by his wife,…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Health officials are alerting the public about a potential measles exposure in Fayette County. According to a post from the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, an unvaccinated, out-of-state traveler stayed at the Hyatt Place hotel in Hamburg between December 31, 2025, and January 2, 2026. Officials say measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can…
MAYSVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Mason County Animal Shelter is asking for the public’s help identifying a dog that has been seen lingering at the Maysville Cemetery for several days. According to shelter officials, the dog has been staying near the same grave and has been returning to it repeatedly. An animal control officer has been visiting the area,…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — In a recent social media post, One Lexington highlighted the important — and often unseen — role its “credible messengers” play in preventing gun violence across the city. According to the organization, credible messengers are individuals with lived experience or strong personal ties to the communities most impacted by gun violence. Their work focuses on…
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — As lawmakers head into the second week of the legislative session in Frankfort, one Kentucky senator is pushing new legislation aimed at better protecting teachers and school staff from violence in the classroom. Senator Matt Nunn has introduced Senate Bill 101, a proposal designed to crack down on assaults against teachers and other school employees….
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A local Lexington restaurant is stepping up to help a family who lost their home in a devastating fire earlier this month. Ramsey’s Diner – Lucille Drive will donate a portion of its proceeds to support the Campbell family, whose home was destroyed by fire in the Masterson Station area. The fundraiser will take place…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Lexington Police Department is sharing more details about a new aerial public safety support program and is inviting the community to learn more. In a post on social media, police say the program includes the use of drone technology to help support public safety efforts across the city. To explain how the technology would…
WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Winchester police are asking for the public’s help identifying two people accused of leaving a restaurant without paying their bill. According to investigators, the two suspects were caught on surveillance video at a local business. Police say they allegedly ordered and ate food, then left the restaurant without paying. Police are now sharing the images…