PIKE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are investigating a fatal fire that left two people dead in Pike County early Monday morning. According to state police, troopers were called to the scene around 6:20 a.m. for a structure fire on Brushy Road in the Pikeville community. Emergency responders discovered two bodies inside the home. The remains…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A new report is highlighting growing concerns among consumers as tariff threats continue, with experts warning of potential widespread economic impacts. The University of Michigan’s latest report shows a 10% decrease in the Index of Consumer Sentiment, signaling increasing worries about rising costs, particularly at the grocery store, as U.S. tariffs persist. “Tariffs…
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FAYETTE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A mudslide has forced the closure of US-25, also known as Lexington Road, near the Fayette County line. The White Hall Volunteer Fire Department announced late Sunday night that the road is closed in both directions near the Boone’s Trace subdivision and the one-lane bridge due to debris blocking the roadway. Drivers looking…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After a chilly start to the morning, St. Patrick’s Day will see clearing skies and a gradual warm-up. Some areas even saw a few stray snowflakes early this morning, but as drier air pushes in, clouds will give way to more sunshine by the afternoon. Highs will still be on the cooler side,…
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HARRISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two 19-year-olds have been charged with animal torture following the discovery of an abused stray dog earlier this month, according to the Harrison County Animal Shelter in Cynthiana. Officials say James Maggard and Madison Smith were arrested in connection with the alleged abuse of a dog found barely alive in a ditch on…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – George Rogers Clark fell to Sacred Heart 65-60 in the finals of the KHSAA Girls Sweet 16 on Sunday night. The lady cardinals led at the half 31-27, but turnovers and fouls would cost them the game late in the second half. Jailenn Green and Kennedy Stamper both finished in double figures for…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Our ABC 36 Storm Team Weather Impact Day remains in effect through the overnight hours. A Flood Watch remains in effect for most of the ABC 36 viewing area until 8 AM Sunday, with an additional 1-3 inches of rainfall possible overnight. In addition, a Wind Advisory is in place through Sunday morning…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The University of Kentucky is one of more than 50 universities that are being investigated for “alleged racial discrimination.” These investigations are part of President Donald Trump’s campaign to end DEI programs. Friday’s announcement comes one month after the Department of Education issued a memo warning universities they could lose federal money over…
It’s been an incredible week of weather across Central and Eastern Kentucky with a solid dose of spring-like to even summer-like temperatures, especially through the mid to late week and Friday was no exception. With some sunshine and a strong south wind gusting over 30 miles per hour at times. temperatures urged back into the upper-70s for afternoon highs, flirting…
DANVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Protesters gathered outside the Danville Police Department on Friday, demanding the termination of Officer TJ Godbey following allegations that he used excessive force on two elderly, disabled men. One of the cases involves 66-year-old John Hardwick, whose family says he has dementia. Hardwick was arrested at a Walmart last October, but his charges were…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Firefighters responded to a vehicle fire in a downtown Lexington parking garage Friday morning. According to the Lexington Fire Department, the fire broke out just after 11 a.m. at a garage located at 156 East Main Street. Crews arrived quickly and were able to extinguish the flames before the fire could spread to…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — This weekend’s ABC 36 Storm Team Weather Impact Day could bring strong winds and severe storms, potentially affecting power for some residents. Utility crews are getting ready to respond if outages occur. Jake Green, Vice President of Davis H. Elliot Construction Company, says they are taking the forecast seriously. “We’re all closely monitoring,…
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 50 universities are being investigated for alleged racial discrimination as part of President Donald Trump’s campaign to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs that his officials say exclude white and Asian American students. The Education Department announced the new investigations Friday, one month after issuing a memo warning America’s schools and colleges that they could…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The third suspect wanted in connection to the January 19 homicide on Fairmont Court is now in custody. According to the Lexington Police Department, 22-year-old Jeffrey Ollie has been arrested and is currently being held at the Fayette County Detention Center. He is charged with murder (complicity) and tampering with physical evidence in…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A warm and gusty Friday is ahead as strong southerly winds take hold across the region. Expect afternoon highs in the upper 70s to low 80s, making for a near-record warm day across central and eastern Kentucky. While most of the area will stay dry, a few pop-up showers and storms could develop…