Woodford County man gets more than eight years for child pornography
Man makes tearful statement during sentencing.
Georgetown police searching for missing man
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (WTVQ) – Georgetown authorities need help finding Pierce Ralston who was last seen at his residence on Sardula Place early Friday morning, June 18. According to the Georgetown Police Department’s Facebook post, Pierce is 6’2″ tall and weighs 180 pounds. He drives a tan 2009 Toyota Camry. If anyone sees Pierce or has any information, please call the…
Contract approved for Fayette County’s new superintendent
Dr. Demetrus Liggins has a four-year contract. His start date is July 26, 2021.
Kentucky General Assembly discusses economic growth and development
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – There’s an ongoing conversation within the Kentucky General Assembly about how to make the state more attractive for economic development. On Thursday, the Interim Joint Committee on Economic Development and Workforce Investment discussed the topic in person. Part of the discussion was how to make get more people to live and work here. Some believe a…
1st annual Poker Run for special needs kids this weekend
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – On Saturday, motorcycle riders from around Kentucky will be lifting their kickstands and cruising for a cause. The group known as “Bikers for Children with Special Needs” will host the 1st annual Poker Run. The special 70 mile ride aims at bringing smiles to special needs kids. Bikers will start at McLeods Coffee House, a coffee…
Historic plane taking to the skies in Montgomery County
A nearly 100-year plane is taking excited passengers to the sky in Mount Sterling.
State COVID, positivity, vaccination numbers continue slow progress
Positivity rate stagnates in 2.05% range.
Saint Joseph hospitals honor first responders with ‘Blessing of the Rigs’
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Saint Joseph East, Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph Jessamine hosted the “Blessing of the Rigs” to honor and bless first responders in the Lexington and Nicholasville areas. First responders were invited to attend the event where they each had a non-denominational blessing over themselves, their rigs and the patients they help. The event was held…
Lexington, Frankfort residents feted; Governor uses podium to provide updates
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – After more than 15 months of fighting the pandemic and more than 250 news conferences, Gov. Andy Beshear unveiled Thursday what he labeled his Team Kentucky update, offering praise and updates while answering questions from the media on a variety of topics. Thursday’s briefing included tributes to two area residents, Milo Golding of Lexington and Sean…
Furniture distribution aids Rockcastle, more in-person assistance set
Federal assistance tops $26 million in state.
Supreme Court ruling could impact state, Sunrise Children Services issue
Court rules in favor of Catholic agency
Supreme Court dismisses Obamacare challenge, state advocates praise ruling
WASHINGTON (AP/WTVQ) — The Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge to the Obama era health care law, preserving insurance coverage for millions of Americans. Kentucky supporters, including Gov. Andy Beshear, of the so-called Obamacare praised the decision and the positive impact the law has had on state residents. The justices, by a 7-2 vote, left the entire law intact Thursday in…
Rare pediatric illnesses discussed by Health and Family Services committee
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ/Press Release) – The focus on the June 16 meeting of the Interim Joint Committee on Health and Family Services was on bringing awareness to rare pediatric illnesses. The committee is co-chaired by Representative Kim Moser (R-Tayor Mill). Parents and advocates talked about the prevalence of pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS) and pediatric acute-onset…
167 pounds of illegal testosterone and steroids seized by Louisville CBP
Items headed to various places across the country.
Danville outlasts Lafayette in KHSAA State Baseball Tournament
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) – A year ago, the KHSAA State Baseball Tournament was canceled due to pandemic. A year later, the tournament is back with the best teams in the state facing off. On Wednesday night, two of the best teams in the state squared off in the tournament’s second game. Danville taking on Lafayette. The game was scoreless through…
UK reflects on meaning of Juneteenth ahead of first academic holiday
Staff discuss meaning of the event, holiday.
UPDATE: Former pilot convicted in triple murder
Christian Martin was found guilty of murder, arson, attempted arson, burglary and tampering with physical evidence, according to prosecutors.
Lexington man going viral on Tik Tok for comedy skits
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – What started as a way to pass the time at work…quickly turned into something much more. “At the end of the day I just want to put a smile on everyone’s face. I just want to make people laugh” said Joseph Samaan. Lexington’s Joseph Samaan is the owner of a gas station in Powell County. He…
City of Augusta passes LGBTQ Fairness Ordinance
Augusta becomes the 22nd municipality in Kentucky to approve a Fairness Ordinance, according to the Fairness Campaign.
Beshear talks pandemic, lessons learned, urges Kentuckians to apply for eviction relief
Governor Beshear on Wednesday talked the pandemic, lessons learned and his ‘Healthy at Home Eviction Relief Fund.’
UPDATE: 46-year-old man identified as victim in fatal crash; car was stolen
Officer had not given chase; car hit by two different vehicles.
Harrodsburg celebrates 247th birthday
HARRODSBURG, Ky. (WTVQ) – On Wednesday, those living in Harrodsburg celebrated the city’s 247th birthday with a small outdoor celebration. According to historians, 247 years ago Harrodsburg was the first permanent English settlement west of the Allegheny mountains. The city is just 3 years shy of turning 250. Volunteers in town say they’re already working to make that milestone year…
State’s COVID positivity rate still can’t break 2%; no ‘red’ counties
Hospitalizations, ICU numbers hover in same range for more than a week.
SoulFeast Week aims to highlight black agriculture and black owned restaurants
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) – A handful of restaurants will be featuring a special menu item in honor of SoulFeast Week. Beginning on Thursday, the ten day celebration that will highlight black owned restaurants in Lexington will kick off. 13 different businesses and restaurants are participating in the event. Each of them will offer an off-menu feature entree for less than…