DAYTON, Ohio (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – One of the largest publicly traded cannabis companies in the U.S., Cresco Labs, LLC, is expanding its footprint in Ohio, just across the state line from Kentucky, where medical marijuana was recently legalized. ABC36 had the opportunity to tour Cresco’s 50,000-square-foot cultivation and processing facility near Dayton, which is part of a growing industry…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After a chilly start this morning, we’ll warm up nicely this afternoon with highs reaching the upper 60s to near 70 across central and eastern Kentucky. Southwest winds will help pump in the warmth, but changes are already on the horizon. A cold front will bring scattered showers and perhaps a rumble of…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie was the lone Republican to vote against a GOP-led budget proposal that narrowly passed in the House of Representatives on Tuesday night. The Republican-controlled House approved the budget blueprint 217-215, with no support from Democrats. The measure is intended to advance President Donald Trump’s policy agenda. Massie defended his opposition…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting donations to assist survivors of recent flooding across Kentucky. Officials say non-perishable food, tools, and cleaning supplies are among the most-needed items. Donations can be dropped off at the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office, located on North Limestone in Lexington. The sheriff’s office is working to collect…
BOURBON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Bourbon County and Paris City schools are closed Wednesday due to low water pressure issues affecting multiple schools, according to officials. Bourbon County students and staff will have a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Day, marking the district’s seventh NTI Day this school year. Meanwhile, Paris City Schools will have a traditional no-school day for…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Pro-life supporters are gathering in Frankfort on Wednesday for the annual March for Life rally at the state capitol. The event began with a Celebration of Life Mass in the morning, followed by a concert and prayer service. The main rally is scheduled to begin at noon, featuring guest speakers and advocacy efforts. Organizers…
ROCKHOLDS, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) is investigating a trooper-involved shooting that left a suspect dead Monday evening in Knox County. According to KSP, the incident occurred just after 6 p.m. at 635 Hubbs Hollow Road in Rockholds. Troopers were assisting the Barbourville Police Department in executing an active arrest…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Cleanup is in full effect across the commonwealth as Kentuckians assess damages. Now, individuals, businesses, and nonprofits across multiple counties can apply for newly approved federal funding, after President Donald Trump approved major disaster declaration for Kentucky Monday. “It would also open individual assistance with the max grant award of $43,600. We would…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A fire broke out Tuesday afternoon at Miyako Sushi and Grill on Richmond Road, causing significant damage to the restaurant’s kitchen. According to Battalion Chief Matt Galati, fire crews received a call about a structure fire at 3:23 p.m. and upgraded it to a working fire when they got on scene. Firefighters found smoke…
It’s been a fantastic start to the final week of February across Central and Eastern Kentucky, with another unseasonably mild day. Thanks to plenty of sunshine and a steady southwest breeze, afternoon highs climbed into mid to upper-60s—nearly 15 to 20 degrees above normal for this time of year. The pleasant conditions continue into Wednesday with more warm temperatures expected….
MCCREARY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two people have been arrested in McCreary County after a 14-year-old boy was found unresponsive and later died, according to uniform citations from the McCreary County Sheriff’s Department. Deputies responded to a residence on West Highway 92 around 6 a.m. Monday after receiving a call about an unresponsive teenager who was not breathing….
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A semi-truck overturned on the I-75 northbound on-ramp at Winchester Road Tuesday afternoon, blocking traffic in the area. According to Lexington police, officers were called to the scene at 12:28 p.m. No injuries have been reported. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Police say the northbound ramp at Winchester Road remains…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Vatican officials say Pope Francis, the Catholic Church’s 266th Pontiff, is fighting double pneumonia and remains in critical condition. “I think everyone can resonate with someone in their family who has taken ill, especially those who are of an older age,” Father Jim Sichko. Father Sichko says the 88-year-old Pope is not only…
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CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The body of a Calloway County man reported missing during the recent statewide flooding has been recovered. According to Kentucky State Police, 39-year-old Samuel Wilson was found Monday in a wooded area about 150 yards from where his vehicle was discovered in floodwaters last week. Investigators say an autopsy is scheduled for…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A suspect wanted for the murder of a woman at a Lexington motel is now behind bars. Police say 35-year-old Crista Moreno was arrested Monday in Louisville. Investigators are now awaiting her transfer to Fayette County. Officers say Moreno is accused of shooting and killing 27-year-old Helen Taylor. According to police, Taylor’s body…
KNOX COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky State Police is investigating an alleged officer-involved shooting in Knox County. According to WRIL-FM, the shooting reportedly happened just before 5:30 p.m. Monday on Hubbs Hollow Road in the Rockholds community. Kentucky State Police are expected to release more information about the incident later today. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags:…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After a few light showers to start your Tuesday morning, we’re on track for a pleasant stretch of weather before the next round of rain and a sharp temperature drop later in the week. A weak disturbance is pushing a few light showers across northern Kentucky early today, but these will quickly exit,…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — February is American Heart Month to help spread awareness about heart disease. Baptist Health Hospital is offering free health screenings today from noon until 4 p.m. at the public library on East Main Street. The event will include screenings for blood pressure, heart rhythm and sleep apnea. There will also be CPR training…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The University of Kentucky Police Department is investigating a reported sexual assault that allegedly occurred inside a residence hall on campus. According to a crime bulletin issued by UK Police, the incident was reported on Saturday, February 22, but is believed to have occurred on Tuesday, February 18. Authorities say the victim and two…