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School shootings give opportunity to improve safety, KDE says

State Commissioner of Education Jason Glass says schools need to be proactive by reporting concerning behavior

June 2, 2022

Maddie McQueen,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Sadly, Uvalde isn’t the first school shooting in recent memory. There was Sandy Hook Elementary in 2012, Columbine High School in 1999 and many others, to include a few in Kentucky. These shootings leave many with questions about school safety and the awful thoughts of “what if it happens at my child’s school?” State Commissioner of…

Storm chances diminish as drier air moves in to close out the week

With high pressure building in, our weather looks dry and pleasant across Central and Eastern Kentucky heading into the weekend

June 2, 2022

T.G. Shuck,

We got a break for the summer-like heat on Thursday across Central and Eastern Kentucky as a cold front moved through the region. While much of the area remained dry, a few scattered showers and storms with heavy downpours developed through the afternoon as the front dropped into Central Kentucky. With a few more clouds around, afternoon highs were down…

UPDATE: Funeral arrangements set for Lexington leader Dick DeCamp

A graveside memorial service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on June 18 at Lexington Cemetery

June 2, 2022

Tom Kenny,

A graveside memorial service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on June 18 at Lexington Cemetery.

UPDATE: Triple homicide case headed to grand jury in Lexington

Steven Wilson is accused of killing his wife and two adult daughters

June 2, 2022

Nefertiti Jenkins, Erica Bivens, Maddie McQueen, Tom Kenny, Annie Brown,

Steven Wilson is accused of killing his wife and two adult daughters.

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Sustainable and eco-friendly designs for your home

June 2, 2022

Al Greenfield,

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Woodford Theatre presents Guys and Dolls

June 2, 2022

Al Greenfield,

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UPDATE: Charles Booker hopes graphic ad will push toward change

Viewer discretion is advised when watching the campaign ad

June 1, 2022

Kaitlyn Shive, Maddie McQueen,

Courtesy: Youtube/CharlesBookerUPDATE 9:30 P.M. LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – A provocative new TV campaign ad was released by Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Charles Booker Wednesday. The ad attacks his opponent, Republican incumbent Rand Paul for “not thinking racism is an issue.” “He’s a contrarian, he’s a crisis actor, he’s a conspiracy theorist. In a lot of ways, he’s an arsonist who…

Kentucky Ag Commissioner Ryan Quarles officially launches campaign for governor

Quarles officially launched his campaign for governor in his hometown of Scott County

June 1, 2022

Erica Bivens,

Quarles officially launched his campaign for governor in his hometown of Scott County.

Effort underway to get father of Texas shooting victim out of Kentucky prison to attend funeral

Eli Torres' 10-year old daughter was one of 19 children killed in Uvalde

June 1, 2022

Tom Kenny,

Eli Torres’ 10-year old daughter was one of 19 children killed in Uvalde.

Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton talks homicides, domestic violence

According to Mayor Gorton, the number of domestic violence homicides in the city have spiked recently

June 1, 2022

Danielle Saitta,

According to Mayor Gorton, the number of domestic violence homicides in the city have spiked recently.

Special Olympics KY ‘Summer Games’ returns this weekend

For the 27th time more than 900 athletes will be on campus Friday and Saturday

June 1, 2022

Kaitlyn Shive,

RICHMOND, Ky. (WTVQ) – Special Olympics Kentucky ‘Summer Games’ is returning to Eastern Kentucky University this weekend. For the 27th time more than 900 athletes will be on campus Friday and Saturday to compete in gymnastics, soccer, swimming and more. And this years games takes a step back to normal after the games were cancelled in 2020 and shortened in…

UPDATE: Shillito pool in Lexington to reopen early, Tates Creek Aquatic Center closed

Tates Creek Aquatic Center is temporarily closed for repairs

June 1, 2022

Tom Kenny, Erica Bivens,

Shillito pool will open early on Thursday, June 2.

Pride month begins today, KY jam packed with events to celebrate

Pride day itself is June 28th

June 1, 2022

Kaitlyn Shive,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Pride month officially starts Wednesday, June 1st. Pride month started as a tribute to those who took part in the stonewall riots. Pride day itself is June 28th. It marks the day in 19-69 when police raided a gay club in New York City called the Stonewall Inn. And here in Kentucky, Lexington Pride has shared…

A hot start to June across Central and Eastern Kentucky but some relief is in sight

A cold front will drop through the Ohio Valley bringing showers and storms to the area Thursday

June 1, 2022

T.G. Shuck,

It was a warm and humid start to the month of June across Central and Eastern Kentucky as the big bubble of high pressure held tough across the eastern part of the country. Despite a breezy southwest wind, it was pretty toasty across the board Wednesday with afternoon highs in the upper 80s to around 90 degrees. Factor in some…

UPDATE: Whitley County man sentenced to life in prison in kidnapping, sexual assault case

Jake Messer kidnapped and sexually assaulted a woman after a drug deal went bad

June 1, 2022

Nefertiti Jenkins, Tom Kenny,

Jake Messer kidnapped and sexually assaulted a woman after a drug deal went bad.

Baptist Health Richmond to honor Veterans

Every veteran who arrives at the hospital will be recognized for their service

June 1, 2022

Erica Bivens,

Every veteran who arrives at the hospital will be recognized for their service.

UPDATE: Missing Letcher County man contacts family, is safe

Marion Randy Cornett was reported missing in late May

June 1, 2022

Kaitlyn Shive, Tom Kenny,

Marion Randy Cornett was reported missing in late May.

Johnny Depp wins libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard

Heard testified that Depp physically and sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions

June 1, 2022

Erica Bivens,

Heard testified that Depp physically and sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions

Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman tests positive for COVID-19

A post shared on social media by the Lt. Gov. says Coleman is fully vaccinated and boosted

June 1, 2022

Erica Bivens,

A post shared on social media by the Lt. Gov. says Coleman is experiencing mild symptoms.

FBI: one subject and one FBI agent were wounded

UPDATE: Man shot by Laurel Co. Deputy identified

KSP says the officer-involved shooting began with a disturbance complaint on Taylor Bridge Road on Tuesday afternoon

June 1, 2022

Tom Kenny,

KSP says the officer-involved shooting began with a disturbance complaint on Taylor Bridge Road on Tuesday afternoon.

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Lexington Public Library event saying goodbye to the Village Branch location

June 1, 2022

Al Greenfield

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Economic development project set to begin in Estill County

The groundbreaking will be held Wednesday at 10:30 AM

June 1, 2022

Annie Brown,

IRVINE, Ky. (WTVQ) – A groundbreaking will be held for a new multi-use tourist attraction and economic development project in Irvine. According to a press release, state and federal officials, along with industry leaders will gather at the Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation. The project integrates the region’s history, natural beauty, and culture in a 45-acre rail-centered campus. The groundbreaking will…

Roads cleared after Lexington Police respond to swatting call

Police say they responded to reports of a man who had supposedly shot his mother and sister and was setting the house on fire

June 1, 2022

Annie Brown,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – A call that caused heavy police presence on Wilson Downing Avenue overnight is now being considered a swatting incident by Lexington Police. According to police, around 2AM Wednesday morning, officers and emergency crews responded to 308 Wilson Downing Road for reports of a man who had supposedly shot his mother and sister and was setting the…

Two-sport athlete at Union College dies

The body of 19-year old Madison Taylor was recovered from a lake where she went swimming Memorial Day

May 31, 2022

Tom Kenny,

The body of 19-year old Madison Taylor was recovered from a lake where she went swimming Memorial Day.

State Commissioner of Education Jason Glass says schools need to be proactive by reporting concerning behavior

With high pressure building in, our weather looks dry and pleasant across Central and Eastern Kentucky heading into the weekend

A graveside memorial service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on June 18 at Lexington Cemetery

Steven Wilson is accused of killing his wife and two adult daughters

Viewer discretion is advised when watching the campaign ad

Quarles officially launched his campaign for governor in his hometown of Scott County

Eli Torres' 10-year old daughter was one of 19 children killed in Uvalde

According to Mayor Gorton, the number of domestic violence homicides in the city have spiked recently

For the 27th time more than 900 athletes will be on campus Friday and Saturday

Tates Creek Aquatic Center is temporarily closed for repairs

Pride day itself is June 28th

A cold front will drop through the Ohio Valley bringing showers and storms to the area Thursday

Jake Messer kidnapped and sexually assaulted a woman after a drug deal went bad

Every veteran who arrives at the hospital will be recognized for their service

Marion Randy Cornett was reported missing in late May

Heard testified that Depp physically and sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions

A post shared on social media by the Lt. Gov. says Coleman is fully vaccinated and boosted

KSP says the officer-involved shooting began with a disturbance complaint on Taylor Bridge Road on Tuesday afternoon

The groundbreaking will be held Wednesday at 10:30 AM

Police say they responded to reports of a man who had supposedly shot his mother and sister and was setting the house on fire

The body of 19-year old Madison Taylor was recovered from a lake where she went swimming Memorial Day

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