Scammers impersonating deputies targeting residents in Jessamine County
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Pop-up vaccine clinic happening in Lexington
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Free premiere screening of “Lexington: 250 Years” at the Kentucky Theatre
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Surplus online auction begins today through October 21st
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Woman accused of murdering, dismembering mother due in court
ROBERTSON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Torilena Fields is back in court on Monday. Fields is scheduled for a pretrial conference. She is accused of murdering her mother and dismembering the body. Fields was arrested last October after her mother’s body was found behind their home on Brierly Ridge Road on Mount Olivet. Investigators say body parts were also…
Fall-like and tranquil weather through the work week
Calm conditions continue into the work week On Monday, we’re trending slightly above average, but still very mild, in the mid-70s. We’ll have just a few clouds throughout the day, but still plenty of sunshine. A light northern breeze will help give a fall-like feel to the air. This will repeat nearly each day this week, with some slight cooling…
Governor Beshear in Europe for trade investments
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Traveling with Teri: Appalachian Art Alliance
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Sunny skies and comfortable temperatures kick off the new week
Another stretch of pleasant fall weather settles in across central Kentucky.
Sunshine Sticking Around to Start the Week It was a fantastic fall weekend across central Kentucky with plenty of sunshine and highs reaching the low 70s — a great stretch of weather for any outdoor plans. That pleasant trend continues as we move into the new week. Clear and Cool Tonight Skies will stay clear tonight with calm winds, allowing…
Big Blue Madness 2025
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Week eight ENDZONE
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Former Robertson County Sheriff indicted following DUI arrest in Mason County
MASON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Mason County grand jury has indicted former Robertson County Sheriff Terry Gray following his DUI arrest earlier this week. As previously reported, Gray was arrested Tuesday night in Mason County after allegedly speeding and driving recklessly with lights and sirens activated in a pickup truck. According to the arrest citation, Mason County…
Lexington Councilmember David Sevigny announces he won’t seek re-election in 2026
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington-Fayette Urban County Councilmember Dave Sevigny says he will not seek re-election when his term ends in 2026. In a post shared Friday on his official Facebook page, Sevigny reflected on his decision after what he described as a period of personal reflection — including a 306-kilometer hike along the Camino de Santiago in…
Search underway for escaped inmate from Madison County facility
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police is searching for an inmate who escaped from the Bluegrass Career Development Center in Madison County Thursday evening. Troopers say 26-year-old Jeremy D. Ward of Hartford walked away from the facility around 7:30 p.m. Ward is described as 5-foot-8, about 120 pounds, with brown hair, brown eyes, and tattoos on his…
Isaiah House to open new dental clinic in Lexington next month
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A non-profit organization is giving the community a preview of its new dental clinic set to open next month. Isaiah House is opening a dental office inside the Lexington Rescue Mission building on West Second Street. According to the organization, the clinic will officially open to the public on November 10. Leaders with Isaiah…
“I’ve dealt with this for 39 years.” Lexington man frustrated about flooding on street
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — One man is frustrated with flooding on his street every time it rains. City officials say they do have a plan to fix the issue, though it will take some time. Tracy Whited has lived on Bermuda Ave. for almost four decades. He says he’s been dealing with flooding on the road since he…
Arrest affidavit reveals new details in Florida arrest of Ronald Exantus, convicted in Kentucky child killing
Watch the body camera video of Exantus' arrest
OCALA, Fla. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Newly obtained documents from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office reveal how deputies tracked down and arrested Ronald Exantus — the man found guilty but mentally ill in the 2015 killing of six-year-old Logan Tipton in Versailles — after he allegedly failed to register as a convicted felon in Florida. According to an arrest affidavit…
Former Louisville officer Brett Hankison reports to prison for role in Breonna Taylor raid
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A former Louisville Metro Police detective convicted in connection with the deadly Breonna Taylor raid is now behind bars. According to ABC affiliate WHAS 11, Brett Hankison reported Thursday to Fort Dix Federal Prison in New Jersey to begin serving his 33-month sentence. A federal jury found Hankison guilty last November of using excessive…
Lexington man accused in two separate murders enters change of plea
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Lexington man already in jail for one deadly shooting is now facing charges in a second homicide case. According to police, 25-year-old Deonte Carter appeared in court Friday for a change of plea related to the 2021 murder of Devon Sandusky on Oak Hill Drive. Carter was already behind bars for the 2022…
Man still wanted with several warrants for arrest
Jessamine County deputies searching for missing non-compliant sex offender George Simpson NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Jessamine County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding George Simpson, a non-compliant sex offender who’s been missing since Sunday. Deputies say Simpson is from Nicholasville and currently has several active warrants for his arrest. Anyone who knows where…
Madison County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing 76-year-old woman
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate a missing woman. Deputies say 76-year-old Eunice Stone was last seen around 1 p.m. Thursday on Box Ankle Road. She told family she was headed to the Meijer store in Richmond but never arrived. Stone was driving a white 2016 Jeep…
Animal Shelter looking for woman who abandoned a dog
WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Clark County Animal Shelter is condemning the actions of a driver caught on camera abandoning a puppy outside its gate. According to shelter staff, surveillance video shows a vehicle pulling up, shoving the puppy through a small opening, and driving away — all within about 12 seconds. The shelter says there is no…
New restrooms slated for a city park
BEREA, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Improvements are on the way for Berea City Park, as officials announce plans for new restrooms and upgraded facilities. According to city officials, the project is being funded through a Recreational Trails Program grant administered by the Kentucky Department of Local Government. The existing restrooms near Duerson Stadium are expected to be demolished later…
Big Blue Madness coming to Rupp
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Big Blue Nation, get ready — Big Blue Madness is back Friday night at Rupp Arena! The annual tipoff to Kentucky basketball, presented by Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Bluegrass, begins at 6 p.m. and will stream live on SEC Network Plus. Before the main event, fans can enjoy the new BBN United…