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Redistricting lawsuit by the Democratic party heard

The KY Democratic party along with some individuals brought a lawsuit against the new redistricting maps.

February 10, 2022

Maddie McQueen,

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – The state’s latest redistricting map has been called to court by a lawsuit saying the new maps are unconstitutional and need to be redrawn. The Kentucky Democratic party and some individual voters brought the lawsuit. Legislatively, the governor vetoed the redistricting plans, but the Republican dominated legislature overrode the veto. Franklin Circuit Judge Thomas Wingate brought…

Senate bill would clarify name, image and likeness opportunities for college athletes

Senate Bill 6 would provide more concrete parameters in state law about what Kentucky college athletes can and can’t do

February 9, 2022

Steve Rogers,

Senate Bill 6 would provide more concrete parameters in state law about what Kentucky college athletes can and can’t do

Man with outstanding warrants arrested after police foot chase in Lexington

Police say the suspect had a non-life threatening medical emergency on the way to jail and was taken to the hospital

February 9, 2022

Tom Kenny,

Lexington Police say the suspect had a non-life threatening medical emergency on the way to jail and was taken to the hospital.

Resolution would recognize antibody test as equivalent to being vaccinated

Would cover individuals who, while unvaccinated, produce enough neutralizing antibodies to counter COVID-19 and can demonstrate the antibodies through a serology test

February 9, 2022

Steve Rogers,

Would cover individuals who, while unvaccinated, produce enough neutralizing antibodies to counter COVID-19 and can demonstrate the antibodies through a serology test

Richmond man charged with raping, sexually abusing a minor

Brady Sisman faces a number of charges in the case that dates back to last November

February 9, 2022

Tom Kenny,

Brady Sisman faces a number of charges in the case that dates back to last November, according to the Richmond Register.

State’s positivity rate drops almost a full percent

Number of ICU cases below 400 for first time in weeks

February 9, 2022

Steve Rogers,

Number of ICU cases below 400 for first time in weeks

Kentucky Wildlife Center to launch monthly adoption campaign

Herbie the groundhog to launch campaign

February 9, 2022

Erica Bivens,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – The Kentucky Wildlife Center (KWC) is launching a monthly campaign to help animals get adopted. According to a post on social media by KWC, “Each month the Kentucky Wildlife Center will feature one of our permanent resident animals for adoption.” Herbie, a groundhog and educational ambassador at KWC, is kicking off the monthly campaign. According to…

UPDATE: Sound barrier wall project for New Circle Road/KY 4

Project location between milepoints 4.80 and 5.20 in Lexington

February 9, 2022

Steve Rogers,

Project location between milepoints 4.80 and 5.20 in Lexington

“CARR” bill might reduce the rate of suicide/gun violence in Kentucky, supporters push for bill to pass

February 9, 2022

Danielle Saitta,

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – After a rash of murder suicides, over the past weekend, supporters of a bi-partisan bill met in frankfort on Wednesday to rally for a bill known as “Carr”. Currently, the bill was filed in the Kentucky Senate, advocates for the bill, like Whitney Austin hope that lawmakers will pass it. As a victim of gun…

“Museums without walls” help tell stories of Kentucky communities

The City of Lexington's Public Arts Commission is implementing a Public Art Master Plan to continue to grow the city's vibrant arts scene.

February 9, 2022

Annie Brown,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Lexington’s Public Arts Commission is implementing a Public Art Master Plan to continue to grow Lexington’s art scene. Public and street art, sometimes referred to as “a museum without walls,” makes a powerful impact on the community, according to LexArts Community Arts Director Nathan Zamarron. “Public art really can help create an identity of a community….

Some Light Rain and Possibly Snow Ahead

February 9, 2022

wtvq_staff,

We have a few more systems affecting us this week. The most impactful system looks to be Friday night and Saturday. Scattered showers Friday night, lingering rain, light snow Saturday as the surface low passes and chills us in its wake. Tonight: Partly cloudy with a low of 31. Southwest winds becoming west at 5-10 mph. Thursday- Mostly sunny and…

Nearly $1 million for Bourbon, Nicholas through cleaner water program

Grants go to two cities, water district.

February 9, 2022

Steve Rogers,

Grants go to two cities, water district.

Fayette County constable running for re-election dies

Kenneth Wayne Winburn served in District 2

February 9, 2022

Tom Kenny,

Kenneth Wayne Winburn served in District 2.

Racing Post: Thief takes precious trophy boxes from Woodford home

12 golden Royal Ascot trophy boxes were trainer's prized possessions

February 9, 2022

Steve Rogers,

12 golden Royal Ascot trophy boxes were trainer’s prized possessions

UPDATE: COVID at-home test giveaway reset in Berea

Set for Thursday, Feb. 10, canceled last week by weather

February 9, 2022

Steve Rogers,

Set for Thursday, Feb. 10, canceled last week by weather

Fayette COVID case numbers continue to fall

Hospitalization numbers back down to near December levels

February 9, 2022

Steve Rogers,

Hospitalization numbers back down to near December levels

Mild temperatures and slight chance of rain Wednesday

Highs will reach the low 50s of Wednesday as a weak cold front passes by

February 9, 2022

Dillon Gaudet,

Temperatures climb to the low 50’s for your Wednesday out ahead of a cold front that will be pushing through. A slight rain chance is possible throughout the day but most areas will be staying dry. As the cold front passes this evening, temperatures will be dropping into the low 30s during the overnight. As the temperatures drop, we could…

Balanced Cats win at South Carolina 86-76

Oscar Tshiebwe turned-in his 18th double-double of the season with 18 points and 14 rebounds

February 8, 2022

Tom Kenny,

Oscar Tshiebwe turned-in his 18th double-double of the season with 18 points and 14 rebounds to lead the Wildcats.

Would-be robber leaves fast food restaurant empty handed

The attempted robbery happened at a McDonald's on Pimlico Parkway in Lexington

February 8, 2022

Tom Kenny,

The attempted robbery happened at a McDonald’s on Pimlico Parkway in Lexington on Tuesday night, according to Lexington Police.

State’s COVID positivity below 23%, first time with a county in ‘orange’ in weeks

Hospitalizations, ventilators, ICU cases continue down from last week

February 8, 2022

Steve Rogers,

Hospitalizations, ventilators, ICU cases continue down from last week

Continued Nice

February 8, 2022

wtvq_staff,

We have a few systems affecting us this week, but their impacts look small. Generally a quiet week. The best rain chance looks late week Friday night/Saturday day. Tonight: More clouds toward sunrise, a low of 33. Southwest winds at 5-10 mph. Wednesday: Partly cloudy and a high of 50. Southwest winds 10-15 mph. Thursday- Mostly sunny and a seasonal…

Area experts talk ongoing workforce, supply chain challenges

According to University of Kentucky professor of supply chain Dr. Haoying Sun, supply chain shortages will likely remain a problem for at least another year.

February 8, 2022

Annie Brown,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Impacts from supply chain issues and labor shortages continue to be felt across Kentucky and across the country. According to University of Kentucky professor Dr. Michael Clark, the reasons are not all pandemic-related, but he says the pandemic made the problem worse. “There were childcare concerns associated with the pandemic. Some people may have left the…

Wrong-way driver arrested for 120 pounds of marijuana

Man from Georgia arrested on I-65

February 8, 2022

Steve Rogers,

Man from Georgia arrested on I-65

UPDATE: KY Black Legislative Caucus honors late Rep. Owens

Former state Rep. Darryl Owens was given the 2022 Legacy Award.

February 8, 2022

Erica Bivens, Maddie McQueen,

Many taking to social media to share condolences

The KY Democratic party along with some individuals brought a lawsuit against the new redistricting maps.

Senate Bill 6 would provide more concrete parameters in state law about what Kentucky college athletes can and can’t do

Police say the suspect had a non-life threatening medical emergency on the way to jail and was taken to the hospital

Would cover individuals who, while unvaccinated, produce enough neutralizing antibodies to counter COVID-19 and can demonstrate the antibodies through a serology test

Brady Sisman faces a number of charges in the case that dates back to last November

Number of ICU cases below 400 for first time in weeks

Herbie the groundhog to launch campaign

Project location between milepoints 4.80 and 5.20 in Lexington

The City of Lexington's Public Arts Commission is implementing a Public Art Master Plan to continue to grow the city's vibrant arts scene.

Grants go to two cities, water district.

Kenneth Wayne Winburn served in District 2

12 golden Royal Ascot trophy boxes were trainer's prized possessions

Set for Thursday, Feb. 10, canceled last week by weather

Hospitalization numbers back down to near December levels

Highs will reach the low 50s of Wednesday as a weak cold front passes by

Oscar Tshiebwe turned-in his 18th double-double of the season with 18 points and 14 rebounds

The attempted robbery happened at a McDonald's on Pimlico Parkway in Lexington

Hospitalizations, ventilators, ICU cases continue down from last week

According to University of Kentucky professor of supply chain Dr. Haoying Sun, supply chain shortages will likely remain a problem for at least another year.

Man from Georgia arrested on I-65

Former state Rep. Darryl Owens was given the 2022 Legacy Award.

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