RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – If you were planning to head out to Lake Reba Park for the annual Halloween Hoedown, there’s been a change of plans. The Richmond Parks and Recreation Department says Thursday night’s event has been canceled due to wet field conditions and the weather forecast. However, the Richmond Police Department will host its “Cops and…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fayette County Public Schools is getting ready for a fun and safe way to celebrate Halloween Friday night. The district’s Transportation Department will host its third annual “Bus A Treat” event at the FCPS Bus Garage on Liberty Road. The event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. on Halloween night, giving families the chance…
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky wildlife officials have confirmed another case of a deadly disease affecting deer. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife says Chronic Wasting Disease, or CWD, has been detected in a wild deer harvested this season in Pulaski County — marking the state’s second confirmed case in a wild deer. CWD is a…
Another dreary day ahead Yesterday, Lexington saw record-breaking rainfall. 1.20″ of rain beat out the previous record of 1.02″ in 2002. This puts us at the second-wettest October on record, and there’s still more rain to come. We’ll see widespread rain through the morning, becoming more scattered by the afternoon. Some areas of drizzle may be very low to the…
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A woman is in the hospital after being hit by a train in Eastern Kentucky. According to Louisa Police, the woman was hit around 2:45 Wednesday afternoon in the Jackson Brothers garage area. Officials say they found the woman on the east side of the tracks, near the north end of Jefferson Street….
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – As October comes to a close, health officials are using National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month to remind Kentuckians how crucial it is to recognize the signs of cardiac arrest and take immediate action. According to the American Red Cross, a person’s chance of survival drops by 10% for every minute that passes without…
A Wet Wednesday Across the Bluegrass The rain has been a constant companion across the region this Wednesday — and it’s not quite done yet. Many areas have already picked up anywhere from half an inch to just over an inch of rain, and more showers are expected as we move into the evening hours. Temperatures stayed chilly today, topping…
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Eastern Kentucky Men’s Basketball team is getting prepared for the 2025 season, but they will have to do it without their team leader from last season in Devontae Blanton, who graduated. The Colonels host midway on Monday, November 3rd, in their season opener. Categories: Sports
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Bluegrass Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help to identify those responsible for a burglary earlier this month in Lexington. According to police, officers were called to the 3000 block of Kirklevington Drive just before noon on October 10 for a reported break-in. The victim told police he saw three people he didn’t…
UPDATE: The Fayette County Coroner’s office says it has positively identified the remains as those of Jacqueline Kerry Heyman, after her dentist contacted their office. The coroner says they obtained her dental records and were able to make a positive identification. LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Fayette County Coroner’s Office is asking for help from the public and…
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GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Scott County Sheriff’s Office is hosting its first-ever Domestic Violence Vigil Wednesday night to raise awareness and honor survivors. The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the new Sheriff’s Office on Caleb Conley Way. Organizers say it will feature food, games, a raffle, and community resources — along with…
MOREHEAD, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Rowan County Senior High School is mourning the loss of one of its students. School officials say sophomore Lexi Leadingham passed away early Tuesday morning. In a message to families, Principal Lori Staggs described Lexi as a student known for her bright smile, warm hugs, and the joy she brought to everyone around her….
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A new candidate is entering the race for mayor of London. Matt Orr has officially announced he will challenge current Mayor Randall Weddle in the upcoming election. In a post shared earlier this week, Orr thanked his supporters for their encouragement and said his campaign will focus on addressing the needs of London residents….
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A dreary and soggy Wednesday ahead Rain chances will last all through the day on Wednesday with widespread showers and some pockets of heavy rainfall. Many areas will pick up 1-2″ of rain. Temperatures won’t move much, staying in the low 50s. Winds will be a bit gusty through the day, 20-25 mph out of the east, causing temperatures to…
FLOYD COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are investigating after a woman was found shot to death inside a home in Floyd County. Troopers say 34-year-old Jill Howell was discovered last Thursday at a residence on East Back Street in the McDowell community. Her body was sent to the State Medical Examiner’s Office in Frankfort for an…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington city leaders are set to announce details for 250Lex Arts Month as part of the city’s ongoing 250th anniversary celebration. Officials say November will be dedicated to the arts, highlighting community creativity and cultural heritage through a variety of local events and performances. A press conference is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at…
Clouds Linger as Another Round of Rain Approaches After a stretch of cloudy and cool weather, rain chances are gearing up once again for midweek. While today stayed mostly dry for many, the umbrellas will be needed soon as a new system pushes across the region. Temperatures will remain below average through the week, keeping that fall chill firmly in…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – In one of the largest gifts in UK HealthCare history, New York philanthropist Tom Golisano has donated $50 million to support the University of Kentucky’s children’s hospital. UK officials say the transformational endowment will advance pediatric care across the Commonwealth — funding research, expanding access to specialized medical services, and supporting the education and…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Thousands of Kentuckians could soon face major increases in their monthly health insurance premiums as federal tax credits under the Affordable Care Act are set to expire at the end of this year. The kynect marketplace covers small business owners, older residents not yet eligible for Medicare, and rural Kentuckians who make too much…