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:…
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Icy spots possible to start Monday
A cold Monday kicks off a drier workweek
Weather Headlines Cold start to the week Drier conditions in the short term Another system moves in on Saturday After heavy rain moved in late Saturday night lasting through Sunday, temperatures plummeted last night. This has resulted in patchy icy spots, especially on untreated & rural roadways. Once the sunrises this problem will improve but just be alert and give…
Rain Ends. Cold Follows
Lexington had records setting rain from the last 24 hours of 1.56″. There are numerous flood warnings and advisories in place. A cold front has passed northwest to southeast. Skies have begun clearing and the temperatures have begun to drop. We will have an unpleasant northwest wind too. This will lead to some “flash freezing” tonight. Standing water freezing will…
Friends, former coworkers remember WTVQ icon Tim Eppenstein
Eppenstein was known for his role as "Happy the Hobo" in the 1970's television show "Happy's Hour."
Eppenstein was known for his role as “Happy the Hobo” in the 1970’s television show “Happy’s Hour.”
No. 21 UK women fall at No. 1 South Carolina
Gamecocks taken advantage of height advantage
Gamecocks taken advantage of height advantage
Domestic case turns into stand off, apartment fire
Man fires shots at officers, finally arrested without harm
Man fires shots at officers, finally arrested without harm
Mobile home damaged by fire while family at church
Investigators unsure what started the blaze
Investigators unsure what started the blaze
Man who tried to go around traffic in snow charged
Traffic backed up as crews tried to pull fire truck from ditch
Traffic backed up as crews tried to pull fire truck from ditch
Redistricting plans sent to Governor Beshear
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – New redistricting plans are now going to Governor Andy Beshear, concluding the Kentucky General Assembly’s first week of being back in session. Saturday, the House and Senate met to pass the redistricting plans. Redistricting bills began earlier in the week as a top priority. Every ten years, lines for Kentucky districts are redrawn after the U.S….
BREAKING: Murder suspect Kenneth Strange found, takes his own life
Kenneth Strange may be in a black 2019 Jeep Renegade with Kentucky plates AMD-912
Kenneth Strange is wanted by authorities in Nicholasville
Lexington woman helps abused, neglected dogs get rescued in Michigan
Lexington native Emily Rohr says after she saw PETA's investigative videos, she couldn't sit idly by.
LEXINGTON, Ky./MISSAUKEE COUNTY, Mi. (WTVQ) – A Lexington woman is celebrating a victory after helping lead a four day sit-in protest, resulting in abused dogs being rescued in Michigan. Disturbing videos of neglect and abuse, released by PETA, of suffering Jack Russell Terriers by the hands of Michigan breeder John Jones prompted Lexington native and PETA Horse Racing Coordinator Emily…
Heavy Rain Late and Through Sunday
We had a nice thaw today. Sun and 40s. The thaw continues as we stay above freezing and rain, heavy at times, will melt the snow too. On the backside of the wet system comes cold air again. Next week looks dry and on the chilly side. Tonight: H eavy at times late/ into Sunday PM- A low of…
UPDATE: KYTC warns hazardous driving conditions, as road crews continue overnight
Roads still dangerous, residents encouraged to stay home
Roads still dangerous, residents encouraged to stay home
Milder Saturday. Heavy Rain Chance Ahead
Colder, drier air has enveloped us. High pressure slides off to the east. What this will do is open the door for a southerly wind to bring in warmer, moister air. A warmer weekend, but also heavy rain potential. On the backside of the wet system comes cold air again. Next week looks dry and on the chilly side. Tonight:…
Snowy move-in day at the University of Kentucky
Even with Thursday's major snowfall, University of Kentucky students were moving back into residence halls Friday.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – In anticipation of classes beginning again on Monday, University of Kentucky students began moving back into their residence halls on Friday. Residence halls re-opened Friday morning at 9 A.M. for the spring semester and will be open for new and returning students to move in all weekend. Michigan native Joe Meadows is the father of a…
Snow day traditions: sledding at Clinton Road Park
After Thursday night's treacherous road conditions, some people in Lexington were able to safely enjoy a snow day today
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – While travel was treacherous on Thursday night, it wasn’t all bad. Friday, some people in Lexington were able to safely enjoy the snow. Clinton Road Park is a popular spot for sledding on the hill at the old Shriner’s Hospital. With Fayette County Public Schools being out, kids and adults alike took to sledding the hills….
Local snow plow drivers speak on Thursday’s snowy road conditions
And Friday morning crews were back at it, working on the roads all day long and they will be at it overnight.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – The amount of snow Lexington got on Thursday .took many drivers by surprise, but snow plow and salt truck drivers say they did what they could to prevent any disasters and protect Kentuckians on the road…but increasing weather and traffic, put the road conditions out of their control. “We were just seeing a lot of traffic…
UPDATE: Ky 57 now reopened in Clark County, slowdowns continue on I-75, I-64
Even when sun comes out, temperatures remain extremely low
Even when sun comes out, temperatures remain extremely low
Family in Jackson worries snow fall will set back flood cleanup process
Flood zone families anticipate flooding following snow fall
JACKSON, Ky. (WTVQ) – 2021 was a year of disaster for people living in Kentucky. There were many communities in the state that truly took a hit from a harsh winter that melted into flooding to tornadoes, heavy rain and now snow. Like many others, a family in Breathitt County is hoping to catch a break soon. Charles Napier who…
Man gets 10 years for drug trafficking that resulted in death
One of trafficking charges was a second offense
One of trafficking charges was a second offense
Road safety and conditions after first major snowfall
Kentucky Department of Highways Public Information Officer Natasha Lacy says to be aware of black ice
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Following the first major snowfall of the season, officials in Lexington and the surrounding areas are working hard to get roads cleared. According to Kentucky Department of Highways Public Information Officer Natasha Lacy, crews have been working diligently to clear roads in Lexington and the surrounding counties all day Thursday, and will be working in shifts…