Nicholasville Police Holding A Youth Academy
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Nicholasville Police launch Youth Academy to build leadership and discipline

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Nicholasville Police Department is shaping future leaders through its Youth Academy program, which kicked off this week with hands-on training and team-building activities. According to the department, day one of the academy introduced participants to skills like vehicle maintenance, proper formation, marching, and salutes. Officers say the program is designed to instill discipline,…

Somerset First Responders Help A Local Family Battling Cancer
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Somerset first responders help local family battling cancer

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

SOMERSET, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Somerset Police Department scored a championship win at a recent First Responders Basketball Tournament—but the real victory was off the court. The tournament, hosted by Somerset High School, brought together local police, EMS, and fire departments for a day of friendly competition and community spirit. All proceeds and support from the event went…

Lexington Fire Department Receives An Honor
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Lexington Fire Department receives an honor

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — As CPR & AED Awareness Week begins, the Lexington Fire Department is being recognized for its lifesaving efforts with a prestigious honor. The department received the Moosnick Service Award from the American Heart Association, celebrating the success of its #LexSavesLives initiative. According to the release, bystander CPR rates in Fayette County more than doubled…

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God’s Pantry Food Bank surprised with free breakfast sandwiches

McDonald's Franchise hands out Egg McMuffins and 400 coupons to volunteers and food recipients
Walker Simmons,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Tuesday is National Egg Day, and a popular fast food chain used the occasion to surprise a Lexington organization. Members at God’s Pantry Food Bank were treated to a complimentary breakfast courtesy of the McDonald’s. McDonald’s franchise owner Denise Long and her team handed out free Egg McMuffins to those serving at the…

Summer Like Feel Arrives Tuesday Afternoon
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Summer-like feel arrives Tuesday afternoon

Hazy and warm conditions are expected through the middle of the week
Dillon Gaudet,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After a comfortable and refreshing start to your Tuesday, temperatures are on a steady climb—and we’re on the cusp of a seasonal milestone. Highs this afternoon will reach into the mid-80s, and we may officially notch our first 85° day of the year in Lexington. That hasn’t happened this late in the season…

Kentucky Soldier Arrested On Burglary Charges In Christian County
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Kentucky soldier arrested on burglary charges in Christian County

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

CHRISTIAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A 24-year-old active-duty soldier has been arrested on burglary charges following an alleged home invasion and attack in Oak Grove. According to local police, Jonathan Ortiz was taken into custody on Friday after officers responded to a call about a fight at a home on Potomac Avenue, near the Fort Campbell Army base….

Man Arrested After Leading Police On Chase In Laurel County
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Man arrested after leading police on chase in Laurel County

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Laurel County man is facing multiple charges after allegedly leading deputies on a dangerous chase Saturday night. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, deputies attempted to pull over 33-year-old Lyle Hammons on the Hal Rogers Parkway for allegedly weaving in and out of traffic and driving without headlights. Hammons refused to…

Kentucky Lawmakers Return To Frankfort For Summer And Fall
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Kentucky lawmakers return to Frankfort for summer and fall sessions

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lawmakers are back in Frankfort today as the Kentucky General Assembly begins its summer and fall interim session. According to state officials, legislators will use this time to review policy issues, hold interim joint committee meetings, and prepare for upcoming legislative work. The interim period also includes newly approved task forces and opportunities to…

Details On Lexington's Free "truck A Palooza" Event
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Lexington’s Truck-a-Palooza returns with sensory-friendly hours and emergency vehicles on display

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington’s annual Truck-a-Palooza is rolling back into town this weekend, offering families a hands-on look at city vehicles and equipment. The free event will be held Saturday at Frederick Douglass High School on Winchester Road, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors can check out more than two dozen trucks, including those from the…
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Court orders Lexington roofing company to halt operations during AG investigation

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman says a judge has ordered Lexington Blue, a roofing company, to stop all operations and marketing while the Attorney General’s Office investigates alleged unlawful business practices. The order, issued by Fayette Circuit Court Judge Diane Minnifield, also freezes the company’s financial assets, including corporate and personal accounts, and prohibits…

Feeling Like Summer To Start The Week
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Summer feeling continuing through mid week

Angie Ragle,

Tonight – We may see a few clouds usher in with temperatures dipping to the mid 50s. Tuesday and Wednesday- The sunshine will be hazy again, due to the Canandian wildfires, but temperatures will still climb to the mid 80s. Thursday and Friday- Chance for rain and storms with temperatures in the mid 80s. Saturday and Sunday- Chance for rain…

Middlesboro Man Runs Over Deputy's Foot While Fleeing
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Middlesboro man runs over deputy’s foot while fleeing

John Croft, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

BELL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A routine traffic safety checkpoint turned dangerous Saturday night in Bell County when a Middlesboro man allegedly ran over a deputy’s foot and fled the scene. According to the Bell County Sheriff’s Department, 23-year-old Shane Ray gave deputies false information at the checkpoint before speeding off, injuring Deputy Chris Owens in the process….

Bell County Arrest In Child Sex Case
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Bell County arrest in child sex case

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

BELL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A joint investigation by Bell County deputies and Pineville Police on Friday night led to the arrest of two people following a disturbing case involving crimes against a child. According to authorities, officers executed a search warrant at a home on Mary Street, where they arrested 35-year-old Randall Storms on multiple charges, including…

New Critical Incident Team Launches In Scott County
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New critical incident team launches in Scott County

Terry Allison, ABC 36 Digital Staff,

SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A new resource is launching in Scott County to support first responders and the community following critical and traumatic events. The Georgetown-Scott County Critical Incident Team is a multi-agency initiative designed to provide coordinated support during high-impact situations. Officials say the team’s goal is to ensure help is available when it’s needed most….