FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Gov. Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff Saturday, April 26, in honor of a Kentucky Army pilot killed during World War II whose remains were identified last year. According to a release from the Governor’s Office, U.S. Army Air Force 1st Lt. Joe A. De Jarnette,…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman announced Friday that former Estill County Clerk Brian Crowe has pleaded guilty to felony charges related to theft and filing a false tax return. According to a release from the Attorney General’s Office, Crowe, 57, pleaded guilty to one count of Abuse of Public Trust and one count of…
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LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a family member of a woman found in poor medical condition. According to the Sheriff’s Office, 66-year-old Darlene Wagners was discovered on Kentucky 1223 in southern Laurel County and was taken to a local hospital for evaluation. Anyone with information…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Umbrellas and rain jackets replaced the typical accessories people see at the Keeneland Spring Meet. The last day of Keeneland, mirroring opening day, fans braving the rain showers to commemorate the end of the season. “Nothing could rain on our parade today,” fan Lance Lovins said. Some first timers also made their way…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) —Kentucky National Guard soldiers said goodbye to family and friends in Frankfort as they prepare to deploy overseas for a vital mission. A hangar at the National Guard Center was filled with family and friends as soldiers said goodbye to loved ones before deployment. Captain Corey Oney, who commands the unit, reflected on the…
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DANVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Danville Police have arrested a suspect in connection with an armed robbery that occurred Thursday morning, about 8:00, at the Bluegrass Drug Store. According to a Facebook post from the Danville Police Department, the arrest happened just before 9 p.m. Thursday night. Investigators say the case led detectives and officers to the area of…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Your Friday is shaping up to be a soggy one across central and eastern Kentucky, with off-and-on rain showers and embedded thunderstorms continuing throughout the day. While most areas are expected to pick up anywhere from a half inch to an inch and a half of rain, isolated spots could see heavier totals,…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington man already charged with murder is now facing additional charges after allegedly stabbing another inmate at the Fayette County Detention Center. According to jail officials, 32-year-old Phillip McElroy is accused of stabbing a fellow inmate 11 times during a fight Tuesday. The victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. McElroy was originally booked…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Police say two people are in custody after an armed robbery and carjacking that ended in a police pursuit Thursday night. According to investigators, a man and woman stole a victim’s car at gunpoint around 7:15 p.m. on Augusta Drive. Officers later spotted the stolen vehicle and attempted to pull it over on…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Police are investigating a shooting that happened late Thursday night. Officers say a man was shot around 11 p.m. on Crossen Way, near Armstrong Mill Road. The victim later arrived at a local hospital on his own with non-life-threatening injuries, according to police. Investigators are still working to identify a suspect. No arrests…
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A 3-year-old racehorse has been euthanized after suffering catastrophic injuries at Churchill Downs, according to a statement from track officials. Churchill Downs says the horse, Valley of Fire, trained by Greg Foley, was euthanized Thursday after fracturing both front legs during a workout on the track. The horse’s exercise rider was also injured in…
BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell is speaking out against President Donald Trump’s tariffs, warning of the impact on everyday Americans. During a stop in Boone County on Thursday, McConnell met with local business leaders to discuss how the tariffs are affecting the region’s economy. “I think it’s important for everyone to understand that a…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky health officials have confirmed the state’s second measles case of the season. According to the Kentucky Department for Public Health, the case involved a child from another country who was traveling through the state in March. Officials say the child was diagnosed at a healthcare facility in Kentucky, where strict safety protocols were…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A mother duck and her ducklings are safe after a dramatic rescue from a storm drain in Lexington. According to Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, officers responded to a call Thursday after several ducklings fell into a drain. When officials arrived, they found the mother duck visibly distressed nearby. One by one, an officer…
After another gorgeous spring Thursday morning across Central and Eastern Kentucky, it didn’t take long for the atmosphere to stir up a few showers and storms—thanks to a warm front lifting north through the region. With highs pushing into the upper 70s to near 80° for many spots, the summer-like warmth combined with elevated moisture led to scattered storm development….
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — After historic flooding in Frankfort, fish were found stranded nearly a quarter mile from the Kentucky River — on the grounds of Buffalo Trace Distillery. That’s when students from Kentucky State University stepped in to help. Teaming up with local legend Freddie Johnson, the students rescued nearly 100 pounds of native fish species and…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — City leaders in Lexington are stepping up efforts to make streets safer with the launch of a new Street Safety Task Force. The group, led by Vice Mayor Dan Wu, held its first meeting Thursday to begin discussions around traffic cameras, crash data, and short-term safety solutions. The task force will focus on strategies…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A fire has temporarily closed The Great Bagel & Bakery’s Woodland Avenue location, the popular Lexington shop announced. According to the business, there’s currently no set reopening date as insurance and health officials assess the damage and determine next steps. In the meantime, the bakery’s Boston Road location is now open seven days a…