KSP identifies victim in deadly Knott County UTV crash

KNOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police have released the name of a man killed in a weekend UTV crash in the Talcum community. Troopers say 26-year-old Chase Caudill died Saturday night after the UTV he was operating overturned on Starfire Haul Road. Investigators say Caudill was thrown from the vehicle during the crash. The investigation into…

Police: Person critically injured in Sunday night Lexington shooting

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police are investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital with life-threatening injuries Sunday night. Officers say they responded to a shots-fired call on Village Drive around 9:40 p.m. and soon after found a gunshot victim on Devonport Drive. The victim was taken to a hospital; no suspect information has been…

Hillshire Brands recalls 58 million pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick

WASHINGTON, D.C. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Hillshire Brands, the maker of several popular meat products, is recalling 58 million pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick items. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the recall over the weekend, citing concerns the products could contain pieces of wood. The recalled items were sold online and shipped to stores nationwide. Hillshire Brands said…

USDA issues listeria health alert for Walmart and Trader Joe’s pasta meals

WASHINGTON, D.C. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a health alert for certain ready-to-eat pasta meals that may be contaminated with listeria. The alert involves Walmart’s Marketside Linguine with Beef Meatballs and Marinara Sauce, along with Trader Joe’s Cajun Style Blackened Chicken Breast Fettuccine Alfredo. The products have “best if used by” dates for late…

Hit-and-run in Harrodsburg injures two pedestrians at Lexington and College streets

HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A hit-and-run accident in Harrodsburg left two pedestrians injured Saturday, according to the Harrodsburg Police Department. Officials said the driver of the vehicle ran a red light at the intersection of Lexington Street and College Street, struck two people who were walking in the crosswalk, and left the scene without rendering aid. Both pedestrians…

Lexington man identified in deadly crash at Versailles and Red Mile roads

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Fayette County Coroner’s Office confirmed that a man was killed earlier today after being struck by a vehicle in Lexington. The victim has been identified as Abomakese Byummeh, 46, of Lexington. His death has been ruled an accident, with the cause listed as “multiple blunt force injuries.” The incident happened around 1 p.m….

Sunshine Wraps Up September, October Starts Warm and Dry

Warm, Dry Weather Continues as September Ends and October Begins

A Picture-Perfect Sunday Sunday brought another fabulous day across central and eastern Kentucky with highs in the mid-80s and plenty of sunshine to close out the final weekend of September. Tonight will be another pleasant evening, with temperatures dropping back into the upper 50s under mostly clear skies—perfect for winding down the weekend. Staying Warm as We Head Into October…

Sunny and Warm Finish to September with Eyes on the Tropics

Warm and Sunny Weekend with Tropical Systems on the Horizon

Friday Wrap-Up: Perfect Start to the Weekend Friday brought a beautiful day across the area with plenty of sunshine and only a few clouds drifting by. Highs climbed into the upper 70s and low 80s, and the air felt drier thanks to lower dewpoints moving in. Friday night football will be very comfortable with kickoff temperatures in the low 70s,…

U.K. Running Back arrested for sexual abuse

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A University of Kentucky football player is behind bars facing serious charges. Police say 21-year-old running back Jamarion Wilcox was arrested Friday morning and booked into the Fayette County Detention Center. He is charged with first-degree sexual abuse in connection to an incident on South Upper Street last month. Earlier this month, Wilcox appeared…

Campbellsville University student’s body recovered

TOLEDO BEND, TX. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Tragic news came from Toledo Bend as the body of 21-year-old Campbellsville University student Peyton Hughes was recovered. Hughes, a college angler from Kentucky, went missing on September 24 while pre-fishing for a Bassmaster Kayak Series event. His mother shared her heartbreak online, saying, “My sweet boy is gone—to be with his Daddy—who…

Under fire E.M.S. workers get support from petitioners

POWELL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – First responders in Powell County came under scrutiny after a life-saving decision earlier this year. In May, a Kentucky Reptile Zoo worker was bitten by a highly venomous Jameson’s mamba. Paramedics, including Powell County Judge Executive Eddie Barnes, administered anti-venom on the spot while consulting with hospital staff, since their EMS director could…