UAW Local 862 reacts to tentative agreement with Ford
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WTVQ) — Just hours after the United Auto Workers and Ford came to a tentative agreement, union members in Louisville have left the picket lines and are headed back to work. “We gained some historical things like right to strike over plant closings,” says UAW Local 862 president, Todd Dunn. After being on strike for about two weeks,…
“Rise Up: A Survivors Tribute” held downtown
Lexington, Ky. (WTVQ) — In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office in Lexington is hosting it’s annual “Rise Up” vigil. This year’s theme is the ‘Rise Up: Survivor’s Tribute’ “The sheriff always does an amazing job of bringing both people that have impacted by domestic violence, whether that is a survivor and or their family,…
Mild temperatures remain but shower chances return Friday
Afternoon highs should remain in the 70s into the weekend but a shot of chilly air is not far off
We’ve had an incredible week of weather so far across Central and Eastern Kentucky, especially by late October standards with unseasonably mild temperatures each day. Thursday was no exception as afternoon highs climbed into the mid and upper 70s yet again despite the return of some high level cloudiness. A nice southwest breeze helped counteract the increase in cloud cover…
‘Were a diverse town, a lot of walks of life here’: interpreters help bridge Lexington Police Department to the community
The Lexington Police Department is looking to hire more officers who know a second language.
Lexington, Ky (WTVQ): The Lexington Police Department is looking to hire more officers who know a second language. Commander Chris Cooper, the language access coordinator for the department, says almost 25% of Lexington’s population speaks a foreign language. “We’re a diverse town, a lot of walks of life here,” he said. “So, it is extremely important for us as a…
Critical invasive species ‘spotted lanternfly’ found in Ky.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — A critical, invasive species that “inflicts havoc” on multiple industries has entered Kentucky, a University of Kentucky assistant professor said Wednesday. The first spotted lanternfly, scientifically referred to as Lycorma delicatula, was found in Gallatin County, which is located in northern Kentucky on the Indiana-Kentucky border. The species could have “severe repercussions for the state’s economy…
Megan Fields with Eckert’s Orchard is our guest at the table
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Howard Hitchcock tells us all about Lionel Trains store grand opening in Nashville
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CASA of Lexington executive director Melynda Jamison is our woman worth talking about
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Lexington woman gets 3 years for tampering with physical evidence
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — A Lexington woman will serve three years for a tampering with physical evidence charge in a 2022 case. Jennifer Kashuba was originally charged with murder, abuse of a corpse and tampering with physical evidence, but shortly after the murder charge was dropped. Both attorneys also negotiated down the abuse of a corpse charge. Kashuba’s attorney says…
Death investigation underway at vacant home on Man O’ War Boulevard
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — A death investigation is underway at a property in the 6900 block of Man O’ War Boulevard Thursday morning. Lexington police and fire and the Fayette County coroner are all on the scene and have surrounded the property with caution tape. Few details have been released other than a death investigation is underway and officers aren’t…
Juvenile in custody, charges pending after bomb threat at Laurel Co. high school
LONDON, Ky. (WTVQ) 10/23/26, 10:39 a.m. A juvenile suspect is in custody and charges are pending after the bomb threat, London police said. Bomb detection K-9s searched both schools and no actual threat was found. Schools have reopened and students will be allowed back inside in about 15 minutes as of publishing time. 10/23/23, 9:03 a.m. South Laurel High School…
Talking Kids’ Dr. Caitlynn Covers Halloween Trick Or Treating Safety
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UAW and Ford reach tentative agreement, potentially ending strike at the Big Three automaker
The Union has been on strike since Sept. 15
DETROIT (WTVQ) — The United Auto Workers union and Ford have agreed in principle to the terms of a tentative agreement that could signal the end to the nearly six-week strike at the Big Three automaker, sources have confirmed to ABC 36. A tentative agreement could be announced as early as Wednesday night, pending the approval of UAW leadership, per…
Unseasonably warm temperatures hang tight a few more days
It should remain dry on Thursday before the rain chances ramp up into the weekend
It was another delightful day across Central and Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday as high pressure dominated once again. With a nice southwest breeze and less in the way of high clouds, afternoon temperatures surged into the upper 70s in most locations, so it felt more like late September across the area. Expect more of the same on Thursday as a…
Parents, school district disagree on book ban
Boyle County, Ky. (WTVQ) — A huge outrage in Boyle county after the Boyle County Public Schools removed over 100 books from their libraries. This came after the passing of Senate Bill 150. “I was absolutely shocked,” said parent Amy Longwill. “And I was shocked that our district who prides itself on being excellent in education and high test scores…
Stevenson, Coleman campaign for Kentucky Attorney General seat
FRANKFORT, Ky (WTVQ)- Kentucky voters-are casting the first ballots for the upcoming election. In-person absentee voting with a qualifying excuse started Wednesday. It runs through November 1st, followed by early voting for any registered voter November 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. Top positions are on the ballot, including the race for the state’s next Attorney General. Democratic nominee Colonel Pamela Stevenson…
Ky. Rep. McGarvey speaks on continued House contention
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — The United States was without a Speaker of the House for more than two weeks. Representatives voted on a new speaker today just a couple of hours ago, and Republican Mike Johnson secured enough votes to be elected. Regardless, these past weeks have been hectic in the Capitol. ABC 36 spoke with Rep. Morgan McGarvey (D-Ky.)…
Project Body Bag to hold event Thursday
The organization is hosting an event Thursday starting at 6 p.m. at the Dunbar Community Center, on North Upper Street.
Lexington, Ky (WTVQ): Damion Riley started Project Body Bag in 2014. He says he went up to the coroner and asked for a body bag to give some perspective to the youth in his neighborhood. “Bullets have no eyes,” Riley said. “You have to not only take accountability for yourself, but also be aware of who’s around you.” The organization…
Jeannette Rowlett tells us about Churchill Artisans Market
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