Green County woman sentenced in CARES Act fraud case
Mandy Ellen Bauer was sentenced to a year and a day in federal prison
Mandy Ellen Bauer was sentenced to a year and a day in federal prison, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
Trainer Brad Cox suspended after ‘Warrior’s Charge’ fails post-race drug test
The test found the horse had 2.51 micrograms per milliliter of phenylbutazone in his blood after a race
The test found the horse had 2.51 micrograms per milliliter of phenylbutazone in his blood after a race, according to race stewards.
Kentucky Attorney General warns of scams related to baby formula shortage
Baby formula scammers may use ploys similar to those used by online purchase scammers
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ/PRESS RELEASE) – Attorney General Daniel Cameron issued a consumer alert on May 18, warning Kentuckians of scams related to the nationwide baby formula shortage and shared tips to avoid these scams. Kentuckians can report suspected scams here. “Makenze and I would do anything to ensure our four-month-old son is cared for, and we understand the stress that the…
Montgomery County High School student signs with plumbing company
Montgomery County High School senior Jacob Bradley is already getting started in his career
MT. STERLING, Ky. (WTVQ) – You’ve heard of high school student-athletes signing to play for college teams, but have you heard of a high school student signing with a company to start his career? That’s exactly what Montgomery County High School senior Jacob Bradley did Wednesday, officially signing with Fast Flow Plumbing as a plumbing apprentice. Bradley is part of…
UPDATE: Victim identified in East New Circle Road shooting
The shooting happened on Meadow Lane at East New Circle Road just before 6:00 p.m.
The shooting happened on Meadow Lane at East New Circle Road just before 6:00 p.m., according to Lexington Police.
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Gorton, Kloiber secure two spots to advance in Lexington’s mayoral race
Tuesday's ballot includes incumbent Linda Gorton, Adrian Wallace, David Kloiber and William Weyman
Tuesday’s ballot includes incumbent Linda Gorton, Adrian Wallace, David Kloiber and William Weyman.
Mother Nature wins Election Day with awesome spring weather but changes are on the way
Keep the rain gear handy as the chances for scattered showers and storms
No matter who you voted for, Mother Nature was the big winner on Election Day with beautiful conditions across Central and Eastern Kentucky. Plenty of sunshine helped afternoon highs to reach the upper 70s and low 80s and with low humidity levels, it felt pretty comfortable to say the least. Unfortunately our dry stretch of weather will come to an…
ABC36 political analysts talk Primary Election Day
Dr. Stephen Voss, Tres Watson talk big races, campaign strategy, voter turnout and more
Dr. Stephen Voss, Tres Watson talk big races, campaign strategy, voter turnout and more.
FDA clears COVID booster shot for healthy kids ages 5 to 11
CDC must decide whether to formally recommend the booster for this age group
CDC must decide whether to formally recommend the booster for this age group.
No Railbird Festival for 2022, dates set for 2023
Festival organizers say they will take a break this year
Railbird Festival 2023 has been set for June 3-4 at Red Mile Gaming & Racing.
UPDATE: 148 election-day complaints reported to Kentucky’s Election Fraud Hotline
Election Fraud Hotline number is 1-800-328-VOTE
Election Fraud Hotline number is 1-800-328-VOTE.
Beautiful end to Tuesday ahead of Wednesday storms
Another round of strong-to-severe storms will be possible on Wednesday
Spectacular conditions are expected for the remainder of your Tuesday. Temperatures will be reaching the upper 70s and low 80s. Skies will also be staying sunny outside of a few afternoon clouds. However, storm chances will be increasing heading into Wednesday. All of central and eastern Kentucky is under a Level 1 Severe Risk on Wednesday. Damaging wind gusts, large…
May events at the Lyric Theater and Cultural Arts Center
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DUI collision sends three people to the hospital in Lexington
Lexington Police say the accident happened at Winchester Road and East New Circle Road
Lexington Police say the accident happened at Winchester Road and East New Circle Road.
A nice start to the week but more unsettled weather is not far off
Tuesday looks to be the "pick" day of the week with sunshine and highs in the upper 70s!
After some early morning showers and the passage of a cold front, Monday turned out to be a delightful day with a mix of clouds and sunshine and afternoon highs into the mid-70s. With the passage of the front, a northwest wind brought drier air in so expect some comfortable sleeping weather into early Tuesday. You can give the A/C…
Groups rally for affordable housing in Lexington ahead of primary
One family, who uses a section 8 voucher, says it was given a notice to vacate by May 31
One family, who uses a section 8 voucher, says it was given a notice to vacate by May 31.
Lexington police looking for man accused of robbing gas station
Police say it happened around 8 a.m. Monday at the Marathon on Red Mile Road
Police say it happened around 8 a.m. Monday at the Marathon on Red Mile Road.
Partnership to combat COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy for pregnant women
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky, Kentucky Association of Health Plans have partnered on an educational campaign
Goal seeks to increase confidence in COVID-19 vaccines among women who are pregnant.
EKU responds to concerns over safety issues at its graduation ceremonies Friday
He says rather than graduation being in the AC gym like years past, he says they were on a "smoldering football field"
RICHMOND, Ky. (WTVQ) – Eastern Kentucky University is responding to growing concerns from people who attended its Graduation ceremonies on Friday. Many people expressing concerns over the way it was conducted, some saying multiple students were escorted out of Roy Kidd Stadium because of how hot it was outside, suffering heat related medical issues. Austin Cunliffe’s girlfriend who is pregnant…
Polls open from 6 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Election Day Tuesday
Voters must vote at their precinct location on Election Day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Kentucky’s Primary Election is Tuesday, May 17, 2022. According to Fayette County Clerk Don Blevins, voters should have received a mailer with their precinct and voting location included. Voters can also find this information and a sample ballot HERE. Voting is available from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST Tuesday. Early in-person voting closed on Saturday….
UPDATE: Richmond couple on ground in Ukraine packing food for families, soldiers
Kyle and Christi Wells are working with Spirit of Victory to make food packages for Ukrainian families and those fighting on the frontlines
UPDATE MAY 16, 2022 LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – On the western border of Ukraine, volunteers with the Ukrainian-based nonprofit ‘Spirit of Victory’ are packing food for families and soldiers. What once was a wedding venue has been transformed into a staging area and warehouse to hold food brought over the border from Hungary. “Basically, being here in the western part…
Remembering fallen conservation officers, National Police Week
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife held its annual recognition of its 10 officers killed in the line of duty
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – Since 1918, ten conservation officers have fallen in the line of duty, according to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife. Every year, the Department of Fish and Wildlife recognizes the families of its fallen officers and remembers them with stories. The recognition this year fell during National Police Week, where across the country law enforcement…
Not guilty plea entered for man in deadly home invasion
Shannon Gilday wants to plead guilty but mentally ill
Shannon Gilday wants to plead guilty but mentally ill.