Fog is starting to clear This morning saw widespread dense fog across the Bluegrass region, with dense fog advisories in effect until 8 am in many areas. As the sun has come out, this fog has dissipated and is beginning to lift. The fog will leave behind a few clouds through the late morning. By early afternoon, it will be…
UPDATE: LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The search for a missing Laurel County teenager is over. According to the London Police Department, 15-year-old Chesney Caldwell has been found safe. Officers say he was reported missing Wednesday morning. Police located Caldwell after pinging his phone, which led them to Whitley County. Investigators say he was found with two other juveniles…
JESSAMINE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Jessamine County man is behind bars after deputies say he broke into a building, assaulted several juveniles, and seriously injured one of them. The incident happened Saturday when deputies responded to a call about an assault. Upon arrival, they found multiple juveniles who had been attacked by a man later identified as…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington Police say a person was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car late Saturday night. The crash happened just after 11:30 p.m. near East New Circle and Eastland Parkway. Officers say the road was closed for a short time while they investigated the scene. Police say the driver remained on…
A Quiet Week Ahead After a Rainy Sunday Sunday started off gray and damp across the region, with scattered showers lingering through much of the morning and even into parts of the afternoon. Some areas even heard a few rumbles of thunder as the last of the rain pushed through. But by this evening, those showers are finally moving out,…
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A sunny and breezy Halloween Friday Friday brought a welcome change across the region as sunshine returned following the departure of our latest low-pressure system. Skies started off clear, allowing for plenty of sunshine through the morning before a few afternoon clouds drifted through. Winds were a bit gusty during the day, with some spots seeing gusts up to 20…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – With SNAP benefits ending, many Kentucky families are searching for ways to manage food and resources effectively. Experts are offering several key steps to help households navigate the transition. According to officials, families should first check their EBT cards for any remaining funds. If there’s a leftover balance, that money will remain available even…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Food banks across Kentucky are preparing for a surge in need as federal SNAP benefits are set to expire Saturday if Congress fails to reach an agreement to extend funding. Once benefits expire, more than 600,000 Kentuckians are expected to be affected — many left wondering how they will afford food for their families….
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As SNAP benefits are set to pause at midnight, leaving an estimated 600,000 Kentuckians impacted, people across the state are stepping up to help their neighbors. The Kentucky Shop has launched a “Kentucky Strong” T-shirt campaign that has already raised the equivalent of more than 58,000 meals in less than 24 hours. The effort…
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LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Mayor of London is urging residents to seek lawful assistance after social media posts encouraged people to take groceries without paying if federal benefits are delayed. Mayor Randall Weddle says a government shutdown does not excuse theft and warns that anyone caught stealing could face arrest and criminal charges. Weddle adds that local…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As families across Kentucky celebrate Halloween, state police are reminding everyone to stay safe while out trick-or-treating Friday night. Kentucky State Police urge drivers to slow down, stay alert, and watch for children crossing the street. Parents are encouraged to make sure kids wear bright or reflective costumes and carry flashlights or glow sticks…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Governor Andy Beshear says the state is stepping up efforts to protect children from online predators through a new partnership between Kentucky State Police and Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky. Since 2019, KSP has arrested 474 people for internet-related crimes against children — including three major arrests just this month. The Governor says KSP’s Electronic…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect wanted in connection with a hit-and-run investigation. According to a post from the Lexington Police Department on X, 23-year-old Jacob D. Holland has active warrants for leaving the scene of an accident and tampering with physical evidence. Police say the…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A nationwide pause on SNAP benefits begins tomorrow due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, affecting hundreds of thousands of low-income Kentuckians. According to state officials, roughly 600,000 Kentuckians rely on SNAP to help put food on the table. Governor Andy Beshear says that during the suspension, the state is reallocating more than $9…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – It’s Halloween, and little ghosts, princesses, superheroes, and goblins are getting ready to hit the streets for trick-or-treating Friday night. In Lexington, official trick-or-treat hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. City officials are reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert as children go door to door collecting candy. Several community events are…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Get ready to lace up your skates — the Triangle Park Ice Rink is reopening for the winter season this weekend. According to city officials, the popular downtown Lexington attraction is set to open Saturday afternoon at 12:30. The cost is $18 per person, which includes 60 minutes of skating and skate rentals. The…
A trick for the morning, a treat for the afternoon Morning temperatures have been chilly to start our Friday. Many have reached the low-mid 30s, prompting some frost in low-lying areas. This is thanks to the lack of cloud cover overnight. We’ll be warming as the sun rises with temperatures reaching the mid-50s by afternoon. Winds will pick up and…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A program that started in the early nineties meant to help low-income patients, is at the forefront. But some worry that instead of offering help, it may be benefitting the pockets of executives at hospitals. Jessica Baladad is a patient advocate, she says “they make healthcare easy to pay into but very difficult…
Clouds Clear Out, Frost Possible Overnight After a cloudy and damp start to Thursday, skies have started to clear across much of central and eastern Kentucky. A few pockets of drizzle may linger into the evening, but most of us will enjoy clearing skies before midnight. As those clouds clear out, temperatures will take a dive into the upper 30s…