Publix Grand Opening is a Lexington first
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Firefighters battle intense vehicle fire, fueled by high winds in London
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Firefighters in London responded to a fully involved vehicle fire late Tuesday night, battling high winds that intensified the flames. According to a Facebook post from the London City Fire Department, crews arrived at the scene to find the car engulfed in flames, with strong winds making the situation more challenging. Firefighters acted quickly…
Lexington mayor speaks out after shooting death of teen
LEXINGTON, KY. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton took to Facebook on Tuesday to address the recent shooting death of 16-year-old Arsenio Jackson Jr. “Gun violence in our city of any kind is tragic and unacceptable, especially when it takes the life of a young person. My prayers, and the prayers of our entire community, are with…
Strong winds cause power outages across Kentucky
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — After strong winds overnight, homes and businesses are now dealing with power outages across the state. Most of the outages are in South Central Kentucky. Crews are working around the clock to restore power. Categories: Featured, Local News, News, Weather Tags: Power Outage, Winds
Gusty winds usher in cold temperatures and even some snow
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After a round of strong winds overnight, gusty conditions will continue through your Wednesday as colder air settles into the region. A Wind Advisory remains in effect through 7 PM this evening as wind gusts of 40-50 mph remain possible, especially through the late morning and afternoon hours. These strong winds will be…
Semifinals set for the 11th Region Basketball Championships
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- The semifinals are set for the 11th Region Championships at Paul Laurence Dunbar this week. Girl’s 11th Region on Thursday March 6 Franklin County vs Frederick Douglass at 6 p.m. Madison Central vs Lafayette at 8 p.m. Finals take place on Saturday, March 8 at 7 p.m. Boys’ 11th Region on Saturday March 8…
“Protect our kids” rally speaks against proposed education budget cuts
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Two men arrested in University of Kentucky sexual assault case
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two 18-year-old men have been arrested in connection with a sexual assault case at the University of Kentucky. According to university officials, UK student Angus Thompson and Addison Adkins, who is not enrolled, were taken into custody by Lexington police. Adkins faces charges of first-degree rape and second-degree strangulation, while Thompson is charged with…
Plenty of wind and some rain on tap through the mid-week
Winds may gust over 50 miles per hour at times through Wednesday
It was a milder Tuesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky with some sunshine and breezy conditions as a strong storm system approached from the west. Winds out of the southwest gusted over 30 miles per hour at times, helping to push milder air into the region as afternoon highs surged into the mid-60s in most locations. These strong winds will…
Bluegrass Mystery Theatre announces new shows
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Journaling with Roadtripzee
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New traffic signal on Citation Boulevard in anticipation for new Publix opening
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Drivers in Lexington should be aware of a new traffic signal going into operation this week. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, a new signal will be activated at the intersection of Citation Boulevard and Remington Way on Wednesday at 9 a.m. The signal will include a five-phase system, with a protected flashing yellow…
How decisions in Washington D.C. could affect Kentuckians
Senator Rand Paul speaks on DOGE, tariffs and Senator Mitch McConnell
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Department of Government Efficiency is continuing its layoffs of federal employees. Government-paid workers received an email last week which received heavy backlash. “Some of the people were squawking because they were asked to put down five things they did in the past week,” Senator Rand Paul said. “Most people in the private…
Coroner identifies 16-year-old Henry Clay High School student killed in overnight Lexington shooting
UPDATE 2: The Fayette County Coroner’s Office says the victim was 16-year-old Arsenio Jackson, Jr. The coroner says Jackson died from gunshot wounds, but says the actual number of those wounds is not being released right now. Jackson’s body has been taken to Frankfort, where an autopsy is scheduled to be performed Wednesday by the State Medical Examiner’s office. …
Funeral arrangements for 11-year-old killed in ATV crash
HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Funeral arrangements have been announced for an 11-year-old Harrodsburg boy who died in an ATV crash last week in Washington County. According to the coroner, Benton Lester passed away Friday following the crash on Deep Reed Road. Walden Funeral Home has scheduled two visitations before his funeral. The first will be Thursday, March 6,…
Flu and COVID-19 cases decrease
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Health officials in Lexington report a decline in flu and COVID-19 cases. According to the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, 362 lab-confirmed flu cases were recorded for the week ending February 22, down from 530 the previous week and 782 the week before that. COVID-19 cases also saw a decrease, with 68 lab-confirmed cases reported…
Strong winds & a line of storms late Tuesday night
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A powerful storm system is set to bring strong winds, showers, and a few storms to central and eastern Kentucky late tonight before a sharp temperature drop midweek. Gusty Winds Ahead of the Front A Wind Advisory will take effect this afternoon and continue through Wednesday as wind gusts could reach 40-50+ mph…
Laurel County deputies detain three individuals for ICE following drug and intoxication arrests
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Three individuals were taken into custody in Laurel County Friday night on various charges, including drug trafficking and public intoxication, and are now being held for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), according to Laurel County Sheriff John Root. A release says deputies responded to a reckless driving complaint Friday night around 7:30…
Bill to strengthen government accountability, similar to DOGE, advances in Kentucky Senate
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A bill aimed at increasing government accountability in Kentucky is moving forward after passing unanimously in committee. Senate Bill 257, sponsored by Sen. Lindsey Tichenor, a Republican from Smithfield, would expand the state auditor’s authority to investigate waste and mismanagement in state agencies. The bill also provides additional funding and staff to conduct audits…
Windy and wet weather set to return to the commonwealth
In addition to the rain, winds could gust 40-45 MPH late Tuesday and into Wednesday
After a chilly start in the 30s, today turned out to be a fairly pleasant early March day across central and eastern Kentucky. A mix of sun and clouds allowed temperatures to climb into the upper 40s and low 50s by the afternoon making for a seasonable start to the workweek. Winds remained light, adding to the comfortable feel, but…
Author Mike Norris tells about Mommy Goose book series
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Publix set to open first Lexington store Wednesday
A look inside the new store ahead of opening day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — For the first time, a popular grocery store is preparing to open its doors in Lexington. In two days, this will be the first Publix to open in the Lexington area and the second in the state. The Louisville store opened just last year. “If we pop up in a place, it’s usually…
Remembering a mother of three and the victim of a murder-suicide
LINCOLN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Three children are now without their parents after a tragic murder-suicide in Lincoln County. “We have to find a way for the children to have a better world than this. This is so unfair,” Heather Balwin’s friend Geoff Sebesta said. On Thursday, February 27th, Kentucky State Police say 30-year-old Spencer Baldwin shot…
11-year-old dies in ATV crash, Coroner says
Washington County Sheriff's Office investigating accident
HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — An 11-year-old from Harrodsburg has died after an ATV crash that happened on February 28th in Washington County. Benton Lester died at UK Medical Center Friday evening after a wreck that happened on Deep Reed Road. The Fayette County Coroner says Lester died from blunt force trauma to the head and torso. According…