ROWAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Funeral arrangements have been announced for a Rowan County mother and daughter who were found murdered in their Morehead home last week. According to their obituaries, visitation for 13-year-old Kennedi McWhorter and her mother, 37-year-old Kayla Blake, will be held Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Malone Funeral Home in Grayson. A…
WHITLEY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are investigating a deadly motorcycle crash that happened Monday morning on I-75 in Whitley County. Troopers say the crash occurred near mile marker 13, close to Williamsburg. Investigators say 48-year-old Scott Szczesny lost control of his motorcycle, went off the roadway, and crashed into a wooded area. Szczesny died from…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A new debate is brewing over school vaccine requirements, with parents, health leaders, and advocacy groups divided over whether mandates should be strengthened or scaled back. The Associated Press reports that Florida’s Department of Health is moving to drop several school vaccine requirements — including chickenpox, hepatitis B, Hib, influenza, and certain pneumococcal vaccines….
This morning We’ve seen some storms and showers moving through much of the area this morning. By late AM, many of these will have dried up and moved out of the Bluegrass. This will leave behind mostly cloudy skies and some drizzle in a few areas. This afternoon and evening Throughout the afternoon, we may see isolated pockets of heavier…
ROWAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Rowan County community is mourning the deaths of 13-year-old Kennedi McWhorter and her mother, 37-year-old Kayla Blake, who were found murdered inside their Morehead home last Friday. Police were called to the South Spring Street residence after one of Blake’s co-workers went to check on her when she didn’t show up for…
The fall season officially arrived at 2:19 PM Eastern on Monday and the change of seasons clearly had an impact on our weather Monday and should continue to do so over the next several days. After very little in the way of rainfall over the last 5 weeks dating back to mid-August, scattered showers and storms returned to the commonwealth for the…
LINCOLN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A golf cart accident in Lincoln County has left one juvenile dead and another injured. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened Sunday around 4:30 p.m. on South Fishing Creek Road. Investigators say a female juvenile was driving the golf cart when it left the roadway and overturned. A male…
MASON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Authorities continue their search for an escaped inmate who broke out of the Brown County, Ohio Detention Center last Monday night and may be hiding near Dover in Mason County. Officials say Jerry Lee Cooper was awaiting trial for his alleged role in a murder-for-hire case. They warn he could be armed and…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – More than 100 Frankfort elementary students took part in hands-on water safety training Monday thanks to a partnership between Swim With Purpose and the YMCA of Central Kentucky. Around 115 second- and third-grade students from Second Street School participated in safety lessons and introductory swim sessions at two YMCA locations in Lexington. Organizers say…
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ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Emergency crews are on the scene of a semi truck fire in Mount Vernon. According to the Mount Vernon Fire Department, the fire is along South Wilderness Road between Chestnut Ridge and Kentucky Farm Bureau. Firefighters are asking drivers to avoid the area and give emergency personnel plenty of room as they work….
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police are investigating after a stabbing sent one person to the hospital overnight. Officers say it happened late Sunday on Cross Keys Road. The victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. According to police, everyone involved has been identified, but no arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing. Categories: Featured,…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police are investigating after bullets pierced two homes on Florence Avenue Sunday morning. Officers say they were called to the area just before 11 a.m. and found shell casings nearby. No injuries were reported. Detectives are working to determine who fired the shots. Police ask anyone with information to call Lexington Police or…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A man accused of shooting someone at a Lexington bus stop is set to appear in court Monday. Police say 20-year-old Jon’tay Mattingly shot a man in the head Thursday morning near Winburn Drive and McCullough Drive. The victim remains in critical condition at UK Hospital. According to investigators, surveillance video and ankle monitor…
ROWAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Rowan County emergency crews say iPhone crash detection technology played a key role in helping them locate two people hurt in an off-road accident Saturday. First responders found a side-by-side that had gone over a cliff, with two people trapped and injured inside. Because of the remote location, multiple agencies responded, including Morehead…
PIKE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police say a Pike County man is facing multiple charges after a major drug bust in the Hardy community. Troopers report seizing more than 23 pounds of suspected marijuana, nearly 200 grams of fentanyl, hallucinogenic mushrooms, over 2,000 THC edibles, drug paraphernalia, 22 firearms, and cash during a search. Investigators say…
ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Mount Vernon Fire Department says Lake Cumberland Road has reopened after crews responded to a vehicle fire Monday. The roadway was closed between Community Trust Bank and Dysart Way while firefighters worked to put out the flames. Drivers were urged to use alternate routes during the response. Fire officials thanked the public…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Educators from across the state are in Lexington this week for the Kentucky Department of Education’s Continuous Improvement Summit. The two-day event, held Monday and Tuesday at the Central Bank Center, brings together teachers, administrators, and district leaders to focus on new strategies, updates, and best practices for Kentucky schools. This year’s keynote speaker…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Seniors and community members are invited to learn how to prevent falls during a special event Monday at the Lexington Senior Center. The program, hosted by UK HealthCare’s Trauma Program and the Senior Center, runs until 2:30 p.m. at the facility on Life Lane. Experts are sharing tips on home adjustments and care strategies…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington is celebrating sacred music this week with the “In One Achord” festival, which runs through Sunday. The festival features 25 events across churches, synagogues, mosques, and concert halls. Local musicians, singers, and performers are showcasing Lexington’s rich sacred music traditions through organ concerts, choral performances, jazz tributes, and classical guitar shows. Organizers say…
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A drier morning to a soggy afternoon for autumn’s start We’ve only seen a few isolated showers to start our work week, but rain chances will increase from west to east throughout the afternoon. Even if you’re dry to start, you’ll want to grab the rain gear as you’ll very likely be wet later on today. We’ll see widespread showers…
MOREHEAD, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Students and staff in Rowan County are wearing purple Monday in memory of 13-year-old Kennedi McWhorter, who was found murdered alongside her mother on Friday. According to the Rowan County School District, the eighth grader was a student at the middle school and played softball through Parks and Recreation. Schools invited students and staff…
MERCER COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Firefighters in Mercer County are remembering the life and service of former District Fire Chief Glenn Phillips, who passed away Sunday. According to the Harrodsburg Herald, Phillips resigned from his role in August, citing health reasons. He dedicated more than 40 years to the community as a firefighter, EMT, and instructor, and was…