FEMA aid for damaged homes
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New Circle road repair construction
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More strong-to-severe storms possible Thursday
After a quiet and muggy start to the day storm chances increase during the afternoon
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – It’s a warm and muggy start to your Thursday across central and eastern Kentucky, but at least we’re starting the day dry. Temperatures will quickly rise into the upper 70s and low 80s this afternoon, and with all that warmth and humidity in place, we’re looking at another round of storms—some of which…
FEMA warning of possible scams
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — FEMA is alerting Kentuckians affected by recent flooding and severe weather to be on the lookout for scammers trying to take advantage of disaster recovery efforts. According to FEMA, some criminals may try to file false claims using names, addresses, and Social Security numbers stolen from actual flood survivors. If you receive a…
Lexington police investigating stolen mail, fraud case on Foreman Drive
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington police are asking for help identifying a suspect accused of stealing mail and using a stolen credit card, according to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers. Officers were called to the 300 block of Foreman Drive on March 8, 2025, after a resident reported a theft from her mailbox. The victim told police that sometime…
KSP investigating deadly officer-involved shooting in Boyd County
ASHLAND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police is investigating after a man was shot and killed during a standoff with Ashland Police Tuesday evening. According to a release from KSP, officers were initially called to a trespassing and burglary complaint around 7 p.m. on Blackburn Avenue. A man, reportedly armed with a firearm, had already left the…
More unsettled weather on the way to kick off May
Another round of strong storms may be possible Thursday
After a noisy end to Tuesday with strong storms rumbling through the Commonwealth, Wednesday offered a bit of a break. We started the final day of April with some patchy fog but a mix of clouds and sunshine returned by midday helping temperatures rebound into the upper 70s, especially down south for areas on the other side of the warm…
UPDATE: Officials investigating deadly house fire in Franklin County that killed two teens
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — UPDATE 05/01 12:27 p.m.: The Franklin County Coroner’s Office has confirmed that two people died in a house fire in Franklin County overnight on Wednesday. However, the identities of the victims have not been released. The coroner says although the believe they know the identities, they will rely on ‘scientific facts’ to…
Mother remembers son after deadly crash, asks community to help other family
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Tifany Perrine, a mother to three boys, received a phone call no parent ever wants to get. “We got the call at 3:45 from one of my husband’s other officers that we needed to get to the hospital immediately and that is was bad,” she said. Less than two hours later, her son,…
Lexplorations: Dr. Jason Swanson explores The Kentucky Horse Park
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Man accused of sharing child sex abuse materials
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Kentucky man hospitalized after stabbing; suspect charged with assault
CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A man is recovering from life-threatening injuries following a stabbing in Campbellsville on Tuesday morning, according to a release from the Campbellsville Police Department. Police say they were called around 11:14 a.m. to the area of Daniels Drive off Blue Hole Road after receiving reports of a fight in progress. Before officers arrived,…
Few stronger storms possible Wednesday as unsettled pattern continues
Isolated strong-to-severe storms will be possible Wednesday afternoon and evening
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After Tuesday’s active weather, we’re starting off your Wednesday on a quieter note across central and eastern Kentucky. Some fog developed overnight behind the storms, but that’s expected to burn off quickly this morning. As skies turn partly cloudy through midday, attention turns to the potential for another round of thunderstorms later today…
Rockcastle County semi crash on I-75 leads to hazardous spill
ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lanes on I-75 southbound were shut down for hours Tuesday night following a crash involving two semi trucks, one of which was carrying hazardous materials. According to the Mount Vernon Fire Department, the collision happened near mile marker 71. Emergency crews from multiple agencies responded to the scene to help contain the…
Large police presence in store parking lot off Elkhorn Rd
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington police say a suspect is in custody following a large law enforcement response late Tuesday night at a shopping center near Elkhorn Road and Winchester Road. According to officials, officers made contact with a vehicle that was wanted in connection to an ongoing investigation. Police say the driver was not complying with…
Angels for Axel: Florida state troopers step in to support Kentucky family in need
ST. PETERSBURG, FL. (ABC 36 News Now) — Nearly 900 miles away from their home in Kentucky, a young family’s worst nightmare is unfolding in Florida. Bailey and Sasha Combs, from Hueysville, were vacationing in the Tampa Bay area with their sons — two-year-old Axel and one-year-old Bennett — when their oldest son, Axel, suddenly became very sick. “Axel had…
Unsettled weather kicks in to close out April
Rain and storm chances will be on the table the next few days
It was a mild and dry start to Tuesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky but it didn’t stay that way for long. An approaching cold front triggered scattered showers and thunderstorms by the afternoon with more expected to develop into the evening hours. While not everyone will see severe weather, some storms could pack a punch especially with damaging winds being…
Two first-time trainers in the Kentucky Derby this year
Ethan West and Lonnie Briley will make their Derby debuts
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Ethan West and Lonnie Briley are separated by 40 years of age, but they are both on even ground this 151st Kentucky Derby week. The pair are this year’s first timers taking part in the race. Both have a lot to be happy about heading into a week both say is unlike any other they’ve…
Asmussen aiming for first Kentucky Derby win
Hall of Fame trainer has started over 25 horses in the Derby
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Hall of Fame horse trainer Steve Asmussen is in search of his first Kentucky Derby win this year and it’s been that way for awhile. For the 151st Derby, he has two contenders at 20-1 odds. That’s Tiztastic and Publisher, the latter of which hasn’t broken his maiden. Both horses will start the race next…
Three more arrested in Step Ahead daycare abuse investigation, bringing total to nine
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The number of arrests tied to the ongoing investigation into alleged abuse at Step Ahead Daycare in Richmond has climbed to nine. According to Richmond Police, Amanda Spears was taken into custody late last week. On Monday, two more individuals were arrested in connection with the case: Amaris Hamilton, charged with wanton endangerment, and…
Woodford Legends of the L.P.G.A. Invitational Golf event
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Franklin County missing teenager
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Frankfort Police are asking for the public’s help locating a missing teenager last seen Monday morning near Franklin County High School. According to the department, 18-year-old Astrid Gutierrez Montoy was last seen around 11 a.m. in the area of the school. She is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds,…
Richmond woman identified as victim in deadly I-75 crash
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Fayette County Coroner’s Office has identified the woman killed in a crash early Sunday morning on I-75 in Lexington. According to a press release from the coroner, 22-year-old Liczi Lopez of Richmond died from multiple blunt force traumatic injuries following a motor vehicle collision. Her death has been ruled an accident. Lopez was…