UPDATE: Bell County mine closed Wednesday following fatal accident
Another man also injured in freak Bell County accident
Another man also injured in freak Bell County accident
UPDATE: Urban County Council to get involved in stalled talks between the city and jail officers’ union
The collective bargaining negotiations have been going on for more than eight months
The collective bargaining negotiations have been going on for more than eight months.
Tshiebwe scores career-high 30 points to lead UK over Vanderbilt
Oscar Tshiebwe became the first Wildcat with at least 30-points and 10-rebounds in a game since Patrick Patterson in 2008
Oscar Tshiebwe became the first Wildcat with at least 30-points and 10-rebounds in a game since Patrick Patterson in 2008.
School districts react to new guidelines aimed at keeping schools open
MENIFEE COUNTY, Ky (WTVQ)- Kentucky health and state leaders released new guidance for schools this week aimed at keeping students in the classroom. This comes as omicron cases in the state continue to soar at what educators call alarming rates. The guidance updates K-12 isolation and quarantine guidance, which depends on if a school district requires masks. For schools that…
Louisville students rally against two proposed bills
Rallies held against House Bill 14 and House Bill 18.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – Students and teachers from Louisville demonstrated at the state capitol Tuesday against two house education bills, they call anti-Critical Race Theory legislation that would ban teachers from talking about race in a way that could make anyone uncomfortable. “Put your hands up, if you feel like you need to be heard,” sang students from the nonprofit…
Kentucky Bourbon Benefit auction raises $3.4 million for tornado relief
Largest donation given to the Relief Fund
Auction site is still accepting donations
US shoppers find some groceries scarce due to virus, weather
Shortages at U.S. grocery stores have grown more acute in recent weeks
Shortages being reported nationwide
Masks delivered to UK after additional purchase for students, faculty and staff
Masks were delivered to colleges and units today
Students may pick up their masks at a wellness hut
Staffing and treatment shortages, burnout: Kentucky healthcare workers talk Omicron surge
Last week, Kentucky recorded its highest COVID-19 positivity rate ever, with 56,603 new cases.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – The Omicron variant, while less virulent, is highly contagious, and it’s overwhelming Kentucky healthcare facilities. Last week, Kentucky’s COVID-19 positivity rate was the highest ever, with 56,603 reported new cases. “We are definitely seeing a spike of folks being seen and testing positive for the COVID-19 virus, specifically the Omicron variant,” said St. Joseph Hospital Director…
FCPS to hold free COVID-19 vaccine clinics with Wild Health
Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics this week
FCPS vaccine clinics with Wild Health
State’s COVID positivity rate at almost 27%
State reports more than 9,400 cases Tuesday, hospitalizations approach 2,000
Students at Yates Elementary School bring color to Kroger paper bags this weekend
Students celebrate MLK's birthday weekend by coloring paper bags inspired by him and his teachings
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – The phrase: “I have a dream”, part of Dr. Martin Luther King Junior’s speech has been taught in schools across the country and this weekend, you can find it on some grocery shopping bags. Teachers and students at Yates Elementary School say it’s a long standing tradition and that its both educational and empowering. All this…
UPDATE: Arrest made in Monday night shooting in Lexington
Investigators say Christopher Ross was arrested following a two-hour standoff with police
Investigators say Christopher Ross was arrested following a two-hour standoff with police.
Beshear releases more details of upcoming budget plan
Governor: Investments build on record economic momentum, improve key infrastructure and boost tourism
Governor: Investments build on record economic momentum, improve key infrastructure and boost tourism
Report: Bob Baffert threatens to sue Churchill Downs, track’s executive chief
CDI: "No one is above the rules."
Report: Baffert seeking millions of dollars in compensation and punitive damages
Phone scam warning in Floyd County
Someone is calling people claiming to be from the sheriff's department asking for personal information
Someone is calling people claiming to be from the sheriff’s department asking for personal information, according to the sheriff.
Scott County Board of Education leaves mask mandate in place
The decision was made in a special-called meeting on Monday evening
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Fayette County’s three-day COVID average remains above 700
Hospitalizations have tripled, more than 80% unvaccinated
Hospitalizations have tripled, more than 80% unvaccinated
Images released of woman accused of robbing Dollar General in Richmond
Police say the woman handed the cashier a note demanding money, took cash from the register and left
Police say the woman handed the cashier a note demanding money, took cash from the register and left.
Lexington firefighters contain apartment fire to one unit
The Monday night fire was on Hollow Creek Road
The Monday night fire was at an apartment complex on Hollow Creek Road.
State putting $200 million in stop-gap tornado relief in place
Funds to keep repris, assistance going until federal, insurance money arrives
Funds to keep repris, assistance going until federal, insurance money arrives
Flags to fly at half-staff for former State Rep. Owens
Owens' funeral is Tuesday, Jan. 11
Owens’ funeral is Tuesday, Jan. 11
Morgan County Sheriff’s Deputy dies in tragic accident
Kentucky State Police is investigating the death of Deputy Alex Spencer of Morgan County
MORGAN COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) – A Morgan County Sheriff’s deputy passed away over the weekend in what the sheriff’s office calls a “tragic accident” at home. As the Kentucky State Police continues to investigate, some of those closest to Alex Spencer say that despite being taken far too soon, he left a lasting impression on all those he met….
Cold Again Tonight. It Gets Better Wednesday
Expect sun tomorrow too. The overall cloud cover increases Wednesday ahead of our next system. Our temperatures will moderate to 40s Wednesday-Saturday. We have a couple of rain and/or snow chances this week and weekend. Thursday night and Saturday into Sunday. Stay with us for details. Tonight: Mostly clear and cold. A low of 16. North winds 5 mph. Tuesday:…