WHITLEY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Whitley County man is facing charges after allegedly impersonating a law enforcement officer in Corbin. According to the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, 53-year-old Stephen Smith was arrested Wednesday after pretending to be an assistant constable. Deputies say Smith stopped two girls who were riding a golf cart on Forego Trail in the…
Thursday – Friday Thursday will be a calm and seasonal day. Temperatures will be near average, in the high 50s to low 60s. Lots of sunshine during the day with a light eastern breeze. Overnight, winds will pick up out of the south, gusting up to 25 mph. Clouds will build late, and by Friday morning, we’ll be mostly cloudy….
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(ABC36 NEWS NOW) – It’s a sweet day to celebrate — Wednesday, November 5th marks National Donut Day! Whether you like yours frosted, filled, or covered in sprinkles, this classic pastry is a favorite for many across the Bluegrass and beyond. The donut’s origins stretch back centuries, but the word “donut” itself first appeared in print in 1808 in a…
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fans of The Mummy franchise could be in for a major treat — Oscar winners Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are reportedly in talks to reunite on the big screen for another installment of the beloved adventure series. According to Deadline, which cited multiple sources, both stars are in discussions with movie executives…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Winter has arrived at the Kentucky Horse Park, but there’s still plenty to see and do for visitors looking for a fun seasonal outing. The park is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering a variety of activities including Stall-Side Chats, fascinating museums, and cozy films in the Wrigley Media…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – McDonald’s restaurants in the Lexington area are recognizing Veterans Day by offering free meals to current and former military members as a way to say thank you for their service. Participating McDonald’s locations will provide one complimentary meal per veteran or active-duty service member with a valid military ID on Monday, November 11th. For…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Lexington family is celebrating a happy ending after their missing dog, Scrappy Doo, was safely reunited with them thanks to quick action by Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control. Officials say they received a call about a small brown and white dog spotted wandering the Kenwick neighborhood. When animal control officers arrived, they found…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Governor Andy Beshear has authorized the Kentucky National Guard to assist with staffing shortages at food banks across the state as families continue to face food insecurity. The move comes as the federal government begins processing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments starting Thursday. Governor Beshear says this action will help ensure families in…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two juveniles are in custody after police technology helped locate a stolen vehicle in Lexington on Tuesday afternoon. According to officers, intelligence specialists were alerted to the presence of a stolen vehicle near West Third Street and Newtown Pike just after 3 p.m. Police say their technology led them to the vehicle in the…
It was a breezy and mild Wednesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky, especially by early November standards thanks to strong southwest winds pushing unseasonably warm air into the region. With a good bit of sunshine along with a few scattered clouds, afternoon highs surged into the upper 60s with a few low 70s sprinkled in spots across the commonwealth thanks to…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As food insecurity worsens across Kentucky, the Christian Appalachian Project (CAP) is ramping up efforts to make sure no family goes hungry. Communications Director Tina Bryson says CAP has seen an increase in need in recent weeks — and the organization is mobilizing resources to respond quickly. “We’re gonna make sure every single family…
UPDATE 4: LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A UPS cargo plane’s left wing caught fire and an engine fell off just before it crashed and exploded after takeoff in Kentucky, a federal investigator said Wednesday, offering the first official details about a disaster that killed at least nine people. First responders, meanwhile, searched for more victims, a day after the crash…
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MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Madison County teacher accused of sexually abusing a child under the age of 12 appeared in court Wednesday morning at 9:30 for a preliminary hearing. Forty-year-old Charles Hamilton was arrested in October and remains in the Madison County Detention Center without bond. Investigators say the school district was notified back in September…
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office is kicking off its 13th annual Diana Ross Coat Drive Wednesday, continuing a long-standing effort to keep Lexington families warm during the winter months. Donations of new and gently used coats can be dropped off at Chase Dry Cleaners, located at 325 South Ashland Avenue. The sheriff’s office…
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Mild temperatures for mid-week Temperatures started mild on Wednesday morning, with many in the 40s and 50s. By the afternoon, we’ll reach the upper-60s. Some will be near 70. We’ll see lots of sunshine and some upper-level clouds. Winds will be gusty out of the SW up to 20-25 mph. A weak cold front moves through overnight, cooling down lows…
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LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Golden Alert has been issued in Laurel County for a missing woman who hasn’t been seen in more than a week. According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, 26-year-old Shelby Booker was last seen around noon on October 28 near Nu Way Trail outside London. She was wearing jean shorts and an…
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Richmond Police Department is honoring the life and legacy of Officer Daniel Ellis with a memorial ceremony marking 10 years since his death in the line of duty. According to police, Officer Ellis was shot in the head in November 2015 while searching for an armed robbery suspect at an apartment in Richmond….
UPDATE: 5:15 PM LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – One person was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a house fire Tuesday afternoon on Rand Avenue in Lexington. According to Battalion Chief Matt Galati with the Lexington Fire Department, crews were dispatched around 4:15 p.m. for reports of a structure fire. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy fire on the first…
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