Laurel Co. attempted murder suspect found, arrested

LONDON, Ky. (WTVQ) 10/3/23, 10:13 p.m. Johnson was arrested at 10 p.m. on Auger Springs Road in Keavy, Capt. Chris Edwards said. More information will be released soon. 10/3/23, 9:44 a.m. Police say they’re searching for an “armed and dangerous” attempted murder suspect in Laurel County. Richard Johnson is accused of trying to murder a 73-year-old woman in Keavy around…

Lexington marks first 2 cases of flu as season starts

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Lexington has reported its first two lab-confirmed flu cases of the 2023-24 flu season, the health department said Tuesday. Last season, the city had 3,472 lab-confirmed cases and 16 flu-related deaths. The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department says free flu shots are available for anyone 6 months or older at a clinic on Oct. 12 at Central…

Summer-like feel continues ahead of a big weekend cooldown

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

A summer-like feel continues through the middle of the workweek. Afternoon highs on Tuesday and Wednesday will be reaching the mid-80s for most, with some upper 80s possible. Sunny skies continue for Tuesday as well, though Wednesday will feature a few more clouds. However, don’t get too comfortable with these conditions. A strong cold front will be pushing through the…

Lexington bouncer considered hero; gets shot while breaking up a fight in downtown Lexington

A father is expressing his frustrations following a weekend shooting in downtown Lexington.

Lexington, Ky (WTVQ): A father is expressing his frustrations following a weekend shooting in downtown Lexington. Kurt Smith’s son Jason is one of four people who were shot following a dispute. Jayson remains in critical condition. The Lexington police department arrested 24-year-old Jamonte Robertson in connection with the shooting. Smith learned that his 25-year-old son Jayson, a bouncer at a…

A major fall cold front arrives late week

Meteorologist Jordan Smith has a look at your Monday evening forecast!

  Lexington, Kentucky: Good Monday evening everyone, it’s been yet another above average temperature day across the region with low to mid 80s under a mostly sunny sky. Todays weather headlines kicks off with a few more of these warm days before changes arrive. We are into the time of year where we can start chilly and really warm it…

Skeletal remains found in wooded area in Morehead identified

MOREHEAD, Ky. (WTVQ) 10/2/23 The remains have been identified as Brian Doyle, the State Medical Examiner’s Office said Monday. Doyle, of Cynthiana, was 55. No further information was released. 9/24/23 The Morehead Police Department is investigating after they say skeletal remains were found Sunday afternoon. The department says they responded around 4 p.m. to a remote wooded area in the…

Lexington plans expanded expungement clinic, conference

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — The city of Lexington announced its plan for an Expungement Clinic and Conference designed for both businesses and residents. Clean Slate Lexington will give residents an opportunity to learn about new developments in the workforce and how to begin the expungement process for low-level criminal offenses — giving felons a second chance for employment, education and…