Woman suffers smoke inhalation from kitchen fire
A fire on the stove was reported at Continental Square Apartments around 5:40 p.m., according to the fire department.
2021 36 Blitz: Western Hills Wolverines
FRANKFORT, KY (WTVQ)- The Western Hills Wolverines are looking to bounce back in big way after COVID interrupted a strong start to their 2020 campaign. ABC 36’s Austin Miller stopped by the Wolverines practice to see how a senior-laden team is working to get back on the winning track in 2021. Categories: High School Highlight Reel, Sports Tags: 36 Blitz,…
Harlan County authorities arrest catalytic converter theft suspect
The Harlan County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Wallins man in the case of a stolen catalytic converter.
Ruth Hunt Candies turns 100
Ruth Hunt Candies, started in Mount Sterling, Kentucky in 1921, is 100 years old today.
Making a difference, one “Hope Tote” at a time
The group Samaritan’s Feet is giving out 250 pairs of shoes in “Hope Totes” to students across Madison County. The totes include a pair of socks, shoes, a hygiene kit, a towel, a financial literacy guide, and a “be kind, be well card.”
Missing WWII Sailor returns home to Paris Kentucky
PARIS, Ky. (WTVQ) – On the day of the attack on Pearl Harbor, Dec. 7, 1941, 23 year old Alphard S Owsley lost his life with the rest of his shipmates aboard the USS Oklahoma. Thousands of miles and several decades away, his relatives say his memory has been kept alive alive, especially by his sister. Owsley’s great niece BJ…
Positivity up 41st straight day, almost 1,000 people now in hospital
Numbers continue up unabated.
Kentucky courts continue to weigh benefits and drawbacks of virtual hearings
Virtual hearings present numerous benefits, but also present problems. Lawmakers hope to find out how to move forward.
Lexington business leaders talk labor force, brainstorm solutions
Business leaders in Lexington met Thursday morning to discuss the labor shortage.
Truck driver killed in rollover crash
The cause of the deadly crash is under investigation.
Salvation Army, Walmart team up for ‘Stuff the Bus’
To provide school supplies to children in need, event runs Aug. 6 through Aug. 8
Bluegrass Community College will require masks starting Friday
Masks requirements come as Delta variant causes surge
UK cyber inspection detects breach, initiates more security steps
The incident did not involve other university or college systems.
Kentucky Hospital, Medical and Nursing associations support vaccine requirements
Groups back mandate, offer guidance
Ashland man faces charges for starting fire on Navy warship
A U.S. Navy sailor from Ashland is facing charges in the massive Navy warship fire that happened last July.
Scott County schools will require masks when classes start Aug. 18
Increasing case numbers prompt decision.
Transylvania re-instates mask mandate in most campus areas
University joins growing list of businesses, institutions bringing back mask mandate.
KDOE meeting to continue virtually after member tests positive for COVID-19
KDOE: Board members will not have to quarantine
2021 36 Blitz: Boyle County Rebels
DANVILLE, Ky (WTVQ) – Last season, the Boyle County Rebels found themselves back in the state championship game for the second-straight year. This time though, they would not be denied. A defensive stop gave them the state title over Franklin County. In 2021, Boyle County looks to win back-to-back state championships. ABC 36’s Austin Miller took a trip to title…
Police chief says reports of shots fired down in past month
Lexington Police Chief Lawrence Weathers says the city may feel unsafe, but reports of shots fired have gone down in the last month.
Department of Public Safety holds job fair to encourage applications
Lexington’s Department of Public Safety hosted a job fair Wednesday afternoon with booths for police, fire and emergency management.
Suspect considered armed and dangerous could be headed to Kentucky
Corey Bates is wanted in connection to a string of armed gas station robberies in Ohio, according to authorities.
Ex-Louisville officer pleads guilty to striking protester
Cory Evans pleaded guilty to striking a kneeling protester in the back of the head with a riot stick during protests over the death of Breonna Taylor last year.
2021 36 Blitz: Danville Admirals
DANVILLE, Ky (WTVQ) – In 2017, the Danville Admirals went 15-0 and were crowned 2A state champions. Four seasons later, they are coming off a 4-3 season and will have a new coach. The school system opted to not renew Clay Clevenger’s contract. That made a lot of people in “Title Town” just a little bit upset. Now, former Anderson…