Health Department gives out free testing kits
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Christmas at Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate
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Bourbon n’ Toulouse partners with FoodChain to feed more Lexington families in need
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A popular Lexington restaurant is stepping up to help fight food insecurity across the city. Bourbon n’ Toulouse has announced a new partnership with FoodChain — a local organization that provides free meals to anyone, no questions asked. FoodChain leaders say demand has recently outpaced their ability to purchase enough food, forcing them for…
Blue Grass Airport introduces GoodMaps technology to enhance accessibility
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Blue Grass Airport is taking a major step toward improving accessibility for travelers of all abilities. Airport officials unveiled GoodMaps, a new indoor navigation system designed to help visitors move through the terminal with ease. The technology offers turn-by-turn directions, audio guidance, and step-free routes, making it especially useful for travelers who are blind,…
Kentucky Humane Society helping families feed their pets
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Kentucky Humane Society is helping families who are struggling to feed their pets through its Pet Food Bank program. Families in need of cat or dog food can fill out an online form to schedule an appointment with the KHS Pet Food Bank. Currently, the organization provides one free bag of pet food…
Lexington Legends launches food drive to support local families in need
ES LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Legends is teaming up with Community Inclusion to help fight food insecurity for local students and families. The baseball team has launched a food drive to collect non-perishable items such as canned goods, rice, pasta, oats, granola, and cereal. Donations can be dropped off at Legends Field, located at 207 Legends…
UK Police launch 9th annual “Cram the Cruiser” toy drive for children in need
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The University of Kentucky Police Department is spreading holiday cheer with its 9th annual “Cram the Cruiser” toy drive to benefit children in need. From now through December 10, UKPD is collecting new, unwrapped toys at its headquarters on Transcript Avenue. Officers will also be collecting donations during the UK–Tennessee Tech football game on…
Lexington celebrates second anniversary of Mobile Market program
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – City leaders and community partners are celebrating the second anniversary of Lexington’s Mobile Market program — an initiative aimed at bringing fresh, affordable groceries directly to neighborhoods in need. Mayor Linda Gorton will join representatives from God’s Pantry Food Bank, Kroger, and the City’s Office of Opportunity for the celebration. The event begins at…
Lexington Christian Academy Philanthropy class
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Community Action Council launches Fall programs
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Temperatures return to the 60s Tuesday afternoon
A mild afternoon following a chilly start Tuesday morning was quite cool, with many in the low to mid 30s. Patchy fog and frost impacted the early morning, but by late morning, these are no longer issues. Skies will be mostly sunny throughout the day with afternoon high temperatures in the low 60s. A light southern breeze will have us…
Congressman Thomas Massie announces recent marriage
WASHINGTON, D.C. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Northern Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie has announced his marriage to Carolyn Grace Moffa, a former staffer for U.S. Senator Rand Paul. In a post on social media, Massie said the couple married on October 19. He shared that the two met more than a decade ago when Moffa worked for Senator Paul. Massie noted…
Quiet and milder weather this first week of November
Highs should jump back through the 60s mid-week
After a cool and damp finish to the first weekend of November, It was a foggy start to Monday across much of Central and Eastern Kentucky with visibilities less than 1/4 of a mile at times which made the morning commute rather challenging. Once the fog burnt off, it turned out to be a nice day with some much needed…
Lexington Police arrest suspect in fatal Georgetown Street hit-and-run
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department says a suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal hit-and-run that happened on October 25 on Georgetown Street near Price Road. According to a post from Lexington Police on X, 23-year-old Jacob Holland was arrested Monday and charged with leaving the scene of an accident and tampering with…
Lexington councilmember will not seek re-election
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington Councilmember Jennifer Reynolds announced Monday she will not seek reelection in 2026 for the 11th District Council seat. In a statement, Reynolds said, “After much consideration and deliberation, I have decided not to seek reelection for the 11th District Council seat for the 2026 election, nor will I be seeking election for another…
Travel Mom Club Wyndham Holiday
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Berea Police make arrest after apparent standoff situation
UPDATE (2:15 p.m) – Police now say they have taken someone into custody at the Lewis Street address. Details are limited right now. We are expecting to learn more about what appears to have been a standoff situation, and we’ll update the story when we get new details. BEREA, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Berea Police Department is asking…
Lexington woman indicted for murder in Bryan Station Road shooting
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Fayette County grand jury has indicted a Lexington woman in connection with a deadly shooting that happened in August on Bryan Station Road. According to Fayette Circuit Court records, 30-year-old Keaira Pennie has been indicted on a murder charge in the death of Edwin Haddix. Pennie is scheduled to be arraigned Thursday at…
Lexington Fire Dept. kicks off 96th Annual Toy Program
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington firefighters are once again joining forces for a beloved holiday tradition — the annual Firefighter’s Toy Program, officially underway this week. This year marks the 96th year of the program, which Mayor Linda Gorton says started during the Great Depression. “When almost every family was suffering and yet families were able to give…
Bux Neuropathy
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KHT: Octagonal Table
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Mayor Gorton launches “Lexington’s Big Give” citywide food drive to fight hunger
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton is calling on the community to “give big” this holiday season as the city launches Lexington’s Big Give, a large-scale food drive to help families facing food insecurity. According to the City of Lexington, the effort is a partnership between the Mayor’s Office, God’s Pantry Food Bank, and several community…
Suspect arrested after overnight shooting in Lexington
UPDATE: LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – One person is in custody following a shooting that happened overnight on Boxwood Drive. According to Lexington Police, officers were called to the 1100 block of Boxwood Drive around 3:05 a.m. Monday, November 3, 2025, for a report of a shooting with a victim. When officers arrived, they found a person who had…
Lexington Firefighter’s Toy Program kicks off Monday to help families in need
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Firefighter’s Toy Program is officially kicking off Monday, helping bring holiday cheer to families in need across the community. The annual program collects and distributes donated toys to thousands of children each holiday season. Family sign-ups will be held November 10 through November 18 at the Fire Department’s “North Pole” location on…