REMINDER: Statewide Tornado Safety Drill scheduled for Wednesday, March 2
Severe Weather Awareness Week observed from Feb. 28 - March 6
Drill will be conducted on Wednesday, March 2 at 10:07 am EST.
Complaint: Home intruder shot, killed woman in her bed
Court documents give new information in the death of Jordan Morgan
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) – Court documents are giving new information into the death of Jordan Morgan. According to the criminal complaint, Shannon Gilday shot his way in the Morgan family’s home on Willis Branch Road around 4 a.m. on February 22. The complaint says Gilday entered through an upstairs doorway and entered the upstairs bedroom. While in the bedroom,…
UPDATE: Area man concerned for family, friends in Ukraine
24-year-old Eduard Svystun says his family can hear air raid sirens from their family home in the Rivne region of Ukraine.
UPDATED STORY POSTED March 1, 2022 AT 6:00 P.M. LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – As the world continues to watch the conflict in Ukraine evolve, 24-year-old Eduard Svystun, whose family lives in Ukraine, is doing everything he can to stay in touch, praying each day for their safety. “Every morning I wake up and I’m like, is this a dream or…
‘Right to Life’ rally supports KY constitutional amendment
Constitutional amendment 2 concerning abortions in KY will be on the ballot Nov. 8.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – The Capitol Rotunda was packed Tuesday afternoon at a pro-life caucus rally. Among the supporters were Secretary of State Michael Adams and Attorney General Daniel Cameron. Many state lawmakers spoke in support of KY Constitutional Amendment 2, which will be on the ballot November 8th. Constitutional Amendment 2 was introduced during the 2021 legislative session in…
Community encouraged to lead conversations about city planning
Lexington's 'On the Table' encourages community conversations about the city.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton is working with CivicLex to open conversations about what changes should be around the city. The program being dubbed ‘On the Table’, where the city says it wants community members to bring forward any ideas or suggestions for change. Mayor Gorton encourages all Lexingtonians to start a conversation about the city with…
Woodford Reserve unveils 2022 Kentucky Derby bottle
This year's bottle features the artwork of Kentucky native Jaime Corum
Bottle now available for pre-order
Our “Spring-Like” Feel Continues Wednesday
Plenty of sunshine warmed us back to the mid-60s today. 64 Lexington. Frankfort 67. Tomorrow could be warmer yet. The rain-free stretch still looks to take us into the weekend. Southwest winds will warm us further. With those winds, more moisture makes its way in. Tonight: Clear with a low of 38. Wednesday: Sunny and a high of 68. Thursday:…
UPDATE: Animal cruelty care cost bill advances in Frankfort
A state Senate committee on Tuesday advanced a measure that would force owners of animals seized in cruelty investigations pay for their case while the case was pending
A state Senate committee on Tuesday advanced a measure that would force owners of animals seized in cruelty investigations pay for their case while the case was pending.
Franklin County Schools announces face coverings now optional
Franklin, Woodford, Scott, Harrison, Montgomery and Nicholas counties have all dropped mask mandates
Several school districts are making face coverings optional
Senators McGarvey and Neal file legislation to implement hate crime law in Kentucky
Bill is in honor of 2018 victims in Jeffersontown Kroger shooting
Senators: legislation will be considered during the 2022 regular session.
UPDATE: Kroger joins Total Wine, Liquor Barn in removing Russian-made products from shelves
Stores pledge support to Ukrainian people
Stores take action to show support for Ukraine
Arrest made in nearly four year old Clay City bank robbery
Adam Akers, of Mount Sterling, was arrested Tuesday by Kentucky State Police
Adam Akers, of Mount Sterling, was arrested Tuesday by Kentucky State Police.
Lexington mayor lifts mask mandate in city buildings
Mayor Linda Gorton made the announcement Tuesday.
Employees and members of the public will no longer have to wear a mask in government office buildings
Covid update from the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department
Spokesperson Christina King provides updates on case numbers, vaccine efforts, and spring break
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Severe Weather Awareness Week: Watch vs Warnings
What is the difference between a severe weather watch and a severe weather warning?
Kentucky’s Severe Weather Awareness Week kicks March 1st and lasts through March 7th. As apart of Severe Weather Awareness Week, the National Weather Service will be conducting a statewide tornado drill at 10:07 a.m. on Wednesday, March 2nd. According to a press release by NOAA/National Weather Service, Louisville, Ky., the NWS offices that serve Kentucky and KYEM will provide severe…
Parents, teachers divided over Fayette County Public Schools mask mandate
Several parents and teachers took over the school board meeting during the public comment session, saying the choice to mask-up children should be left up to them , and not the district..
Several parents and teachers took over the school board meeting during the public comment session, saying the choice to mask-up children should be left up to them , and not the district..
Crittenden County man accused of shooting and killing his father
KSP says Timothy Paris called his brother to tell him he had just shot their father
KSP says Timothy Paris called his brother to tell him he had just shot their father.
Fall break in Fayette County Public Schools extended to a full week
The Board of Education voted unanimously Monday to extend the break from its traditional two days to five
The Board of Education voted unanimously Monday to extend the break from its traditional two days to five.
Nursing home loses Medicaid funding, residents in limbo
Johnson Mathers Nursing Home lost Medicaid funding after a report from the KY Office of the Inspector General.
CARLISLE, Ky. (WTVQ) – A negative report by the Kentucky Office of the Inspector General about a nursing home in Carlisle has led to a loss in Medicaid funding, that could force the facility to close. However, there’s conflicting statements from each entity on if there’s an opportunity to make adjustments so the facility can remain open, or if the…
Beshear lifts state employee mask mandate
Governor also loosens state's mask recommendations
Governor loosens state’s mask recommendations.
KY Representative files sports betting legalization bill, 3 other gaming bills
"It will also make Kentucky the most attractive place for horse players to come and bet all across North America"
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – The legalization of sports betting in Kentucky has been a battle in legislation for years. Republican Representative, Adam Koenig, is hoping four gaming related bills filed Monday will have a better response from fellow legislators this time around. The first bill would be to legalize sports wagering…according to Koenig six of seven bordering states have legalized…
Rhyne Howard has been tabbed the SEC Player of the Week.
Howard scored a season high 32 points on Sunday and knocked down a program record 8 three-pointers.
LEXINGTON, Ky.(UK Athletics) – After breaking multiple school records and scoring the most points by a Wildcat senior on Senior Day in school history, University of Kentucky women’s basketball superstar Rhyne Howard has been named the Southeastern Conference Player of the Week, the league office announced Monday. This is the sixth SEC Player of the Week honor for Howard,…
Tuesday is Looking Nice!
High Pressure Keeps Us looking Good
Plenty of sunshine warmed us back to the 50s. We should be rain-free through this workweek. Southwest winds will warm us further. With those winds, more moisture makes its way in. Tonight: Clear with a low of 33. Tuesday: Mostly sunny and a high of 60. Wednesday: Sunny and a high of 62. Thursday: Partly cloudy and a high of…
Richmond man killed when car hits tree
The coroner identified the victim as 33-year old William Baldwin
The coroner identified the victim as 33-year old William Baldwin.