UPDATE: 24-year-old pedestrian killed in Jessamine County identified
The victim, a woman, was walking along U.S. 27 around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, according to Nicholasville Police.
Film documents seldom told story of unit of Black women in WWII, showing in KY
A film was shown Monday at EKU that documents the Six-Triple-Eight – the only unit of Black women to serve during World War II.
UPDATE: Ferrari, other collectible cars damaged in truck fire
UPDATE POSTED 5:40 P.M. JUNE 28, 2021 RICHMOND, Ky. (WTVQ) – A truck fire Monday night on I-75 southbound damaged collectible cars, including a new Ferrari, and a vintage Corvette and a Mercedes. According to the Richmond Fire Department, the truck suffered a mechanical issue with the read axle. The driver spotted sparks come from the rear of the trailer…
Firefighters battle blaze at London business for three hours
Cause of fire at 60-year-old business investigated.
$1 million will help open ‘Opportunity House’ for young adults
Governor also presents checks totaling $314,000 for school safety in Kenton, Campbell counties
Fire heavily damages mobile home in Winchester
Residents weren’t home at the time, firefighters say
Work starts on $1.4 million improvement of US 60 in Bath, Rowan counties
Project brings highway safety upgrades
State ranks 16th in country in animal shelter deaths: Group
86% of Animals Killed in State Shelters in 2020 Were Cats
From asthma and child support to police reforms, new laws take effect June 29
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ/LRC Press Release) – Most new laws approved during the Kentucky General Assembly’s 2021 session will go into effect on Tuesday, June 29. The Kentucky Constitution specifies that new laws take effect 90 days after the adjournment of the legislature unless they have a special effective date, are general appropriations measures, or include an emergency clause that makes…
Crews investigate apartment fire in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Crews are investigating an overnight apartment fire in Lexington. According to Lexington Fire Department Battalion Chief Jordan Saas, crews responded to the 200 block of Armstrong Mill just before midnight for the report of a fire. Saas says that when they arrived, firefighters found smoke coming from the third floor of an apartment building. Upon entering…
UPDATE: Stamping Ground man killed after being hit by car
UPDATE POSTED 11:30 P.M. SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – A Scott County resident was killed late Saturday night when he was struck by a car crossing Athens-Boonesboro Road in Fayette County. According to Fayette County Coroner Gary Ginn, 49-year-old Robert Lynn Snow, of Stamping Ground, died from blunt force trauma after being hit by a vehicle as…
Man shot Sunday morning in Lexington, expected to be okay
LEXINGTON, Ky, (WTVQ) – Lexington police says a man was hospitalized after he was shot around 8 A.M. Sunday. They say it happened on Ohio Street. According to police the man is expected to be okay. If you have any information about the shooting you’re asked to contact Lexington police. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Lexington Police, Non-Life Threatening, Ohio…
UPDATE: GoFundMe created for shooting victim, Raymar Webb
Police say the man was taken to the hospital where he ultimately died.
Ladies for Liberty singing troupe holds concert for World War II veterans
RICHMOND, Ky. (WTVQ) – On Saturday, the 3 person singing group called Ladies for Liberty held a small concert in Richmond. Since 2013, Deanna, Wanda and Nancy have brought music, dancing and joy to the stage and to their audiences. By singing old time favorites from the 30’s 40’s and 50’s, the group believes it brings back happy memories for…
Church in Lexington welcomes LGBTQ+ community
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – June is celebrated nationwide as Pride month. For many people in the LGBTQ+ community, growing up can be isolating, especially in religious circles. Growing up, Nick Ralston didn’t feel welcomed in the Catholic church but St. Paul’s LGBTQ outreach changed that for him. “I never heard anything that was negative when it comes to LGBTQ but…
Lexington Police investigating two armed robberies early Saturday morning
Police say it’s not certain it’s the same suspect in each, but witnesses had similar descriptions at both.
Two teens hospitalized following Friday night shooting
They say they’re expected to be okay.
Coroner: Man dies in jet ski crash on Cave Run Lake
The coroner says the victim, 43-year-old Joseph Reed, was driving a jet ski when it crashed into a boat around 6:45 p.m.
Kitchen fire damages unit in Lexington apartment
Kitchen fire contained to one unit
UPDATE: Community rallies around firefighter battling cancer
A retired Midway firefighter is planning a fundraiser for his best friend battling cancer.
Red River Gorge climbers pump more than $8 million into economy
Study shows dramatic growth in climbers, financial impact over the years.
Want to learn to build a stone fence? There’s a marathon in Lexington this weekend.
The Dry Stone Conservancy is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a 25-hour building marathon.
UPDATE: Suspect charged in shooting death of man outside club
Man arrested in Detroit, Mich. on other charges
Board gets update on Teachers’ Retirement System
Calculations add to potential strain on the system, lawmakers ask why.