Report: Lexington, firefighter union reach contract agreement
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council expected to consider contract Thursday
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council expected to consider contract Thursday
Area experts talk benefits, drawbacks to Sunshine Protection Act
Tuesday, the U.S. Senate passed the legislation, which would make daylight saving time permanent year-round
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – A measure to make daylight saving time permanent across the U.S. has cleared another hurdle, with the U.S. Senate approving the Sunshine Protection Act. The act would put an end to the ‘spring forward,’ ‘fall back’ time change. However, area health experts are weighing in on the benefits and drawbacks of a move like this. University…
Ukraine’s video message to America
A heartbreaking look at Ukraine before and after Russia's invasion
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTVQ) – During a live address to a joint session of Congress, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made an impassioned plea for more help in turning back the Russian invasion of his country. The address included a video made by his government drawing attention to Ukraine before and after the invasion. Watch the unedited video in its entirety here….
Kentucky lawmakers advance bill to resettle war refugees
Sen. Chris McDaniel unveiled proposal to set up fund to help refugees from Ukraine, other war-torn countries resettle in Kentucky
Measure still needs approval in the full Senate and in the House
Peace in Ukraine mural completed in downtown Lexington
Mural was completed by Graham Allen, owner of SquarePegs Studio and Design
New mural in downtown Lexington to promote peace in Ukraine
The “Luck” of the Irish Will be With us.
Likely our Nicest Day Ahead. Jeff Andrews Looks at the Next Widespread Rain Chance
We will generally see more sun on St. Patrick’s Day, and far southern and southeastern Kentucky could see more clouds, due to a departing (to the NE) system. Tonight: Partly cloudy. Light winds. A mild low of 50. Thursday- Partly-mostly sunny for St. Patrick’s Day and a high near 72 Friday- partly sunny with an 80% chance of scattered showers. …
Ky lawmakers on Ukraine as Zelenskyy pleads for more US help in speech to Congress
Zelenskyy shares plea to Congress to send more help for Ukraine’s fight against Russia
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy summoned the memory of Pearl Harbor and the Sept. 11 terror attacks Wednesday in an impassioned video plea to Congress to send more help for Ukraine’s fight against Russia. Lawmakers stood and cheered, and President Joe Biden later announced the U.S. is sending more anti-aircraft, anti-armor weapons and drones. Biden also declared Russian…
Beshear vetoes measure seeking early end to COVID emergency
Governor says the proposal would cut off extra food aid to struggling Kentuckians
Beshear says the legislature’s action would “take food directly off the tables” of about a half-million Kentuckians
J. Render’s to donate 100% of sales Wednesday to Ukrainian relief efforts
Proceeds will benefit World Central Kitchen
100% of sales from dine in or carry out on Wednesday will go to World Central Kitchen
Keeneland hiring for 2022 Spring Meet, looking to fill more than 2,000 positions
Job Fair scheduled for March 19
Keeneland now hiring for 2022 Spring Meet
Kentucky bill to legalize sports wagering clears House panel
The bill is now one step closer to becoming a law
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ/AP) — Supporters of legalizing sports betting in Kentucky mounted a late-session push Wednesday, winning initial bipartisan backing as the measure cleared a House committee. The bill has more hurdles to clear in the fast-paced final days of the 2022 legislative session. Similar measures died in prior years, reflecting the divisiveness of gambling issues in the Bluegrass State….
Federal bill would fast-track black lung benefits
The legislation is named in memory of former Williamsburg coal miner John "J.L." White
The legislation is named in memory of former Williamsburg coal miner John “J.L.” White.
Uber adds gas fee, proposed bill could raise rider sales tax
Rideshare sales tax could go up to 6%
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Starting Wednesday, it’s going to cost you more to Uber. The company is adding a fee to try to offset high gas prices. As of February, there were 3,607 active Uber drivers in Kentucky, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. For drivers like Frank Harris, this is his main source of income. “On a good week,…
School custodian, volunteer firefighter faces sexual assault charge
Sean Reardon is charged with third-degree rape and distributing obscene material to minors
Sean Reardon is charged with third-degree rape and distributing obscene material to minors, according to a report in the Lexington Herald-Leader.
More Clouds, but Continued Warm
Chief Meteorologist Jeff Andrews Looks at Rain Chances
We had another nice day, even warmer. Highs in the upper-60s-low-70s. We will generally see more clouds tomorrow, and far southern and southeastern Kentucky could see light rain early and in the afternoon. Tonight: winds light from the south-east. Under mainly clear skies, a low of 43. Wednesday: Partly sunny but more PM clouds. A 30% chance of light rain…
Salato Wildlife Education Center now open for season
Public once again welcome to checkout indoor and outdoor exhibits, hiking trails, lakes and more
Center will be open Tuesday’s through Saturday’s from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
UK police take juvenile into custody for attempted armed robbery
Armed robbery reported on Monday, March 7 at Prall Street, South Limestone
Juvenile taken into custody Monday
Valet parking service reopens at Blue Grass Airport
The service has been unavailable due to the pandemic
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Valet parking service is reopening at Blue Grass Airport. The service has been unavailable due to the pandemic, but is reopened now that case numbers have been consistently lower. According to the airport, valet parking is available for all passengers and visitors at a rate of $22 per day. “We are glad to reinstate this popular…
Suspect charged in slow speed chase and kidnapping
Woman abducted, then escaped before slow speed chase
LEXINGTON, KY (WTVQ)- A suspect is now charged in connection to yesterday’s slow speed chase in Lexington. According to officers, 45 year-old Timothy Davis is charged with fleeing or evading police, kidnapping, wanton endangerment and criminal mischief. Investigators say the chase began after Davis reportedly abducted a woman around 8:15am at the intersection of 7th Street and Jackson Street. The…
Free hot dogs on Tuesdays at Lexington Legends games
The Legends will e offering free hot dogs every Tuesday this season
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – The Lexington Legends have announced free hot dogs will be offered every Tuesday this season. The team says the free hot dogs are made available through a partnership with Friends of Coal, which, according to the Legends, has been strong for years. “Incredible friends and partners, like Friends of Coal, enable us the continuation of providing…
The Lyric Theater presents the “Fannie Lou Hamer Story”
Executive Director Whit Whitaker Lyric programs to promote inclusion
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Warmer temperatures continue
After a bitter cold weekend, temperatures continue to climb to start the week
Warm-Up Continues High temperatures reached the low-to-mid 60s on Monday and that warmth will continue into your Tuesday. A few stray showers are possible early in the day, but we will clear out by the afternoon. High temperatures will range from the mid-to-upper 60s. Showers for Southern Kentucky on Wednesday For tonight, mostly clear and cool conditions are expected. Lows…
WATCH: Animal shelter rescues dog from trash can, gets rides with sanitation worker
Oscar is at the Lexington Humane Society looking for his forever home
Oscar is at the Lexington Humane Society looking for his forever home
Fayette County Public Schools going mask-optional beginning Tuesday, March 15
District says decision is based on information from Lexington-Fayette County Health Department
District also lifting COVID-19 restrictions on school visitors, volunteers Monday, March 21