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Multiple counts of sex and drug trafficking, firearm offenses, witness tamperingFayette County Sheriff’s Office remembers Anita Franklin a year later
Video pays tribute to her work, legacy.Rockslide closes portion of KY 15 in Knott County
KNOTT COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) - Fallen rocks have closed a portion of KY 15 in Knott County. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 12 reports its in...KY House committee OKs bill to give AG broader powers
Some argue it only sets up abuse.Communities rally to provide heat, supplies in iced-in counties
Every time a call went out, people responded to meet needs of people who needed help in eastern Kentucky.Woman arrested at shooting scene on unrelated warrant
Deputies say the man who was found shot in the leg refused to tell investigators anything about the shooting.House OKs bill to let felony offenders tap into KEES money
Way to help them avoid more mistakes, expand work force.State road crews start maintenance, ask for pothole reports
Potholes can increase due to extreme cold temperatures and amount of precipitation
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Cold front brings cooler temperatures to wrap up the week
After temperatures warmed up to the mid 60s and even lower 70s, a cold front will usher in cooler air for the end of...Fayette Sheriff Winter Care transportation, drug pick-up activated
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) -The Fayette County Sheriff's Office has activated the transportation and prescription pickup portion of the Winter Care Program. The assistance provided is...Lexington Police work several accidents, downed powerlines and trees
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - Lexington police busy overnight working on the aftermath of an ice storm. The city reporting a number of fallen tree limbs...UK cancels in-person classes, online classes still set; vaccine clinic for second day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - University of Kentucky has cancelled classes and its covid-19 vaccine clinic for the second day in a row because of...‘Snowfighters’ keeping eye on, prepping for potential Christmas Eve storm
Slick travel possible through FridayTop Local STEM Toys for Christmas 2020
You and Santa struggling when it comes to finding the perfect gift for your little scientist? If so, Jason Lindsey, aka "Mr. Science," with...Incredible sunrise from the Kentucky Horse Park
Every now and then, you see a sunrise that really takes your breath away. This was the case Thursday morning at the Kentucky Horse...Heading Out? Web sites offer road condition updates
Salt stocked; plows prepped; crews on call
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Devin Booker added to 2021 NBA All-Star Game
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – Kentucky men’s basketball alumnus Devin Booker was added to the 2021 NBA All-Star Game Western Conference roster by the...Power of Three: Emotional first inning fuels Kentucky Baseball
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – The undeniable power of “3” made its presence felt in Kentucky baseball’s first game since the death of Ben...Anthony Davis and Julius Randle named to 2021 NBA All-Star Game
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – Two Kentucky men’s basketball alumni in Anthony Davis and Julius Randle were named to the 2021 NBA All-Star Game...Tuesday night high school hoops: 2-23-21
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) - As the high school basketball season winds down, high school squads around the state are trying to hit a groove...EKU Football releases first schedule as a member of the ASUN
RICHMOND, Ky. (EKU Athletics) – Eastern Kentucky University’s football team will play six home games as part of its 11-game 2021 schedule. The...Monday night high school hoops: 2-22-21
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) - The high school basketball season in winding down in Kentucky. District tournaments only a few weeks away. With some school...EKU Men’s Basketball bounces back with win over Southeast Missouri, 87-65
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (EKU Sports) – The Eastern Kentucky University men’s basketball team bounced back with an impressive 87-65 win at Southeast Missouri on...Isaiah Jackson named SEC Freshman of the Week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (UK Athletics) – After helping lead the Kentucky men’s basketball team to a pair of Southeastern Conference road victories, freshman Isaiah Jackson...
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Lexington man gets 36 years for sex trafficking multiple victims
Multiple counts of sex and drug trafficking, firearm offenses, witness tamperingFayette County Sheriff’s Office remembers Anita Franklin a year later
Video pays tribute to her work, legacy.Rockslide closes portion of KY 15 in Knott County
KNOTT COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) - Fallen rocks have closed a portion of KY 15 in Knott County. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 12 reports its in...KY House committee OKs bill to give AG broader powers
Some argue it only sets up abuse.Communities rally to provide heat, supplies in iced-in counties
Every time a call went out, people responded to meet needs of people who needed help in eastern Kentucky.Woman arrested at shooting scene on unrelated warrant
Deputies say the man who was found shot in the leg refused to tell investigators anything about the shooting.House OKs bill to let felony offenders tap into KEES money
Way to help them avoid more mistakes, expand work force.State road crews start maintenance, ask for pothole reports
Potholes can increase due to extreme cold temperatures and amount of precipitation
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WEATHER HEADLINES
Cold front brings cooler temperatures to wrap up the week
After temperatures warmed up to the mid 60s and even lower 70s, a cold front will usher in cooler air for the end of...Fayette Sheriff Winter Care transportation, drug pick-up activated
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) -The Fayette County Sheriff's Office has activated the transportation and prescription pickup portion of the Winter Care Program. The assistance provided is...Lexington Police work several accidents, downed powerlines and trees
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - Lexington police busy overnight working on the aftermath of an ice storm. The city reporting a number of fallen tree limbs...UK cancels in-person classes, online classes still set; vaccine clinic for second day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - University of Kentucky has cancelled classes and its covid-19 vaccine clinic for the second day in a row because of...‘Snowfighters’ keeping eye on, prepping for potential Christmas Eve storm
Slick travel possible through FridayTop Local STEM Toys for Christmas 2020
You and Santa struggling when it comes to finding the perfect gift for your little scientist? If so, Jason Lindsey, aka "Mr. Science," with...Incredible sunrise from the Kentucky Horse Park
Every now and then, you see a sunrise that really takes your breath away. This was the case Thursday morning at the Kentucky Horse...Heading Out? Web sites offer road condition updates
Salt stocked; plows prepped; crews on call
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Devin Booker added to 2021 NBA All-Star Game
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – Kentucky men’s basketball alumnus Devin Booker was added to the 2021 NBA All-Star Game Western Conference roster by the...Power of Three: Emotional first inning fuels Kentucky Baseball
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – The undeniable power of “3” made its presence felt in Kentucky baseball’s first game since the death of Ben...Anthony Davis and Julius Randle named to 2021 NBA All-Star Game
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – Two Kentucky men’s basketball alumni in Anthony Davis and Julius Randle were named to the 2021 NBA All-Star Game...Tuesday night high school hoops: 2-23-21
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) - As the high school basketball season winds down, high school squads around the state are trying to hit a groove...EKU Football releases first schedule as a member of the ASUN
RICHMOND, Ky. (EKU Athletics) – Eastern Kentucky University’s football team will play six home games as part of its 11-game 2021 schedule. The...Monday night high school hoops: 2-22-21
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) - The high school basketball season in winding down in Kentucky. District tournaments only a few weeks away. With some school...EKU Men’s Basketball bounces back with win over Southeast Missouri, 87-65
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (EKU Sports) – The Eastern Kentucky University men’s basketball team bounced back with an impressive 87-65 win at Southeast Missouri on...Isaiah Jackson named SEC Freshman of the Week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (UK Athletics) – After helping lead the Kentucky men’s basketball team to a pair of Southeastern Conference road victories, freshman Isaiah Jackson...
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