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A beautiful labor day forecast with some changes to come

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Published: September 1, 2025 11:55

Monday brings many things to celebrate Happy Labor Day, happy first day of September, and happy first day of meteorological fall! Meteorologists use September 1 as the first day of fall for easier record-keeping. So if you didn’t want to wait the 22 days…

No. 1 Nebraska rallies for reverse sweep over No. 7 Kentucky

https://www.wtvq.com/no-1-nebraska-rallies-for-reverse-sweep-over-no-7-kentucky/

Published: August 31, 2025 23:34

NASHVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Despite a dominant start from Kentucky, top-ranked Nebraska battled back from a two-set deficit to complete a reverse sweep on Sunday afternoon. The Wildcats came out strong, taking the first set 26-24 behind the powerful…

Sunshine Holds for Labor Day Before Midweek Rain Returns

https://www.wtvq.com/sunshine-holds-for-labor-day-before-midweek-rain-returns/

Published: August 31, 2025 22:54

A Perfect Sunday Wraps Up the WeekendSunday brought another picture-perfect day across the region, with highs in the low to mid-80s and plenty of sunshine. It was the kind of day that felt more like early fall than late August — perfect for outdoor plans…

Fayette County Coroner identifies man who drowned in Lexington

https://www.wtvq.com/fayette-county-coroner-identifies-man-who-drowned-in-lexington/

Published: August 31, 2025 20:29

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Fayette County Coroner’s Office has released the identity of a man who died in an accidental drowning in Lexington. The coroner says it happened on Lake Fontaine. According to the coroner’s report, Brian Dale Glisson,…

Lexington mother arrested after infant found dead on Park Avenue

https://www.wtvq.com/lexington-mother-arrested-after-infant-found-dead-on-park-avenue/

Published: August 31, 2025 20:21

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police say a woman has been arrested following the death of an infant last week on Park Avenue. On Wednesday, August 27, around 10:30 a.m., officers were called to a home in the 400 block of Park Avenue for…

Kentucky takes down MAC favorite Toledo to start the season with a win

https://www.wtvq.com/kentucky-takes-down-mac-favorite-toledo-to-start-the-season-with-a-win/

Published: August 31, 2025 01:50

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Kentucky Wildcats were able to kick off their 2025 campaign with a win over one of the highest rated group of five teams this year. Kentucky’s defense was the biggest story of Saturday’s game, allowing zero points…

Sunshine Dominates the Holiday Weekend

https://www.wtvq.com/sunshine-dominates-the-holiday-weekend/

Published: August 30, 2025 22:39

A Fantastic Saturday Across the BluegrassSaturday truly delivered with a picture-perfect forecast—sunshine, comfortable humidity, and highs in the low 80s. It was ideal weather for the Cats’ season opener at Kroger Field and really gave us that first…

Fantastic weather rolls along for Labor Day weekend

https://www.wtvq.com/fantastic-weather-rolls-along-for-labor-day-weekend/

Published: August 29, 2025 18:06

It was a great finish to what has been an incredible week of weather across Central and Eastern Kentucky as the early preview of fall continued. A weak frontal boundary dropping through the commonwealth did produce a few scattered clouds mixed in with the…

Lextran shuttle offers rides to UK Football home game Saturday

https://www.wtvq.com/lextran-shuttle-offers-rides-to-uk-football-home-game-saturday/

Published: August 29, 2025 17:41

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – UK Football fans have a convenient way to get to Saturday’s home game thanks to Lextran’s shuttle service. The shuttle will run both a Downtown and Campus route, beginning three hours before kickoff. Service continues…

Man arrested for kidnapping estranged wife

https://www.wtvq.com/man-arrested-for-kidnapping-estranged-wife/

Published: August 29, 2025 17:40

HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Harrodsburg man is in custody after police say he kidnapped his estranged wife during a domestic disturbance. Officers were called to Perryville Street Thursday night, where investigators say 39-year-old Blake D.…

Louisville man charged after stealing vehicle with baby inside

https://www.wtvq.com/louisville-man-charged-after-stealing-vehicle-with-baby-inside/

Published: August 29, 2025 17:36

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Louisville man is facing charges after police say he stole a car with a 9-month-old baby inside. The incident happened just after 5 p.m. Wednesday near South Brook Street on East Broadway. According to police, the…

Governor Beshear on deputies shot in the line of duty

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Published: August 29, 2025 17:35

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Governor Andy Beshear is offering prayers for two Boone County deputies who were shot during a standoff Thursday night. “Britainy and I are praying for the two Boone County Sheriff’s deputies who were shot last night while…

Cigarette sparks roadside fire in Somerset, firefighters issue warning

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Published: August 29, 2025 16:14

SOMERSET, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Somerset firefighters are reminding drivers about the dangers of tossing cigarettes out of car windows after a grass fire broke out along East Highway 80 on Thursday. Crews say the blaze was sparked by a cigarette thrown…

Marion County to honor Raywick firefighter killed in the line of duty

https://www.wtvq.com/marion-county-to-honor-raywick-firefighter-killed-in-the-line-of-duty/

Published: August 29, 2025 15:59

RAYWICK, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Marion County community is preparing to say goodbye to a firefighter who died while serving others. Raywick Fire Lieutenant Brian Hatt passed away Monday at UofL Hospital. Kentucky State Police say he was responding to a…

FCPS dean indicted in road rage case to appear in court

https://www.wtvq.com/fcps-dean-indicted-in-road-rage-case-to-appear-in-court/

Published: August 29, 2025 15:53

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Fayette County Public Schools dean is scheduled to be arraigned Friday after being indicted in connection with a road rage incident. John “Jay” Bordas has been formally indicted on a wanton endangerment charge.…

Two Boone County deputies recovering after being shot during standoff

https://www.wtvq.com/two-boone-county-deputies-recovering-after-being-shot-during-standoff/

Published: August 29, 2025 15:41

BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two Boone County sheriff’s deputies are recovering after being shot multiple times during a standoff Thursday night. According to ABC affiliate WCPO 9 News, one deputy was airlifted and the other taken by ambulance to…

Lexington police investigating downtown shooting on West Short Street

https://www.wtvq.com/lexington-police-investigating-downtown-shooting-on-west-short-street/

Published: August 29, 2025 14:49

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police are investigating an overnight shooting downtown that left one person injured. Officers say they were called to the 300 block of West Short Street just after 2 a.m. Friday. One person had been shot and was…

Trump revokes Secret Service protection for former Vice President Harris after Biden had extended it

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Published: August 29, 2025 13:58

By SEUNG MIN KIM and ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris, a senior White House official said on Friday. Former vice presidents typically…

Winchester police to conduct traffic safety checkpoint this weekend

https://www.wtvq.com/winchester-police-to-conduct-traffic-safety-checkpoint-this-weekend/

Published: August 29, 2025 12:53

WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Drivers in Winchester and Clark County should be on the lookout for traffic safety checkpoints this weekend. According to the Winchester Police Department’s Facebook page, officers will conduct a checkpoint Saturday on…

Old Richmond Road to close for storm drain repairs next week

https://www.wtvq.com/old-richmond-road-to-close-for-storm-drain-repairs-next-week/

Published: August 29, 2025 12:49

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says part of Old Richmond Road (KY-2328) will be closed next week for storm drain repairs. The closure will be in effect Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Repairs are…

Laurel County Schools increases security after out-of-state threat against student

https://www.wtvq.com/high-school-student-threatened-by-out-of-state-juvenile/

Published: August 29, 2025 12:31

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Laurel County Public Schools say they have increased security after learning that a South Laurel High School student was threatened by a juvenile from out of state. According to a statement posted on the district’s Facebook…

Fayette Co. Board of Education holds meeting to address budget woes

https://www.wtvq.com/fayette-co-board-of-education-holds-meeting-to-address-budget-woes/

Published: August 29, 2025 12:30

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fayette County Public Schools is under mounting scrutiny over its finances, as board members met Thursday night to discuss a projected budget deficit and a finance administrator’s attorney alleges she was suspended for…

A fantastic forecast for today through the weekend

https://www.wtvq.com/a-fantastic-forecast-for-today-through-the-weekend/

Published: August 29, 2025 11:52

A warm end to the week Temperatures started mild this morning, with many in the mid-to-upper 50s, a tad warmer than we have been over the past few mornings. We’ll warm up quickly to the upper 70s by lunchtime, with lower 80s expected this afternoon. We’ll…

Kentucky Volleyball to open 2025 campaign this weekend

https://www.wtvq.com/kentucky-volleyball-to-open-2025-campaign-this-weekend/

Published: August 28, 2025 21:20

NASHVILLE, Tn. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky volleyball opens their 2025 campaign on the road this weekend with two big matchups in Nashville. The Wildcats face Lipscomb on Saturday before taking on No. 1 Nebraska on Sunday at Bridgestone Arena. That…

Attorney: FCPS budget official placed on leave after raising concerns about district finances

https://www.wtvq.com/attorney-fcps-budget-official-placed-on-leave-after-raising-concerns-about-district-finances/

Published: August 28, 2025 21:03

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Fayette County Public Schools budget office is under scrutiny after the district placed longtime financial administrator Ann Sampson Grimes on paid administrative leave earlier this month. In a letter sent Wednesday to…

Delightful August weather continues to close out the week

https://www.wtvq.com/delightful-august-weather-continues-to-close-out-the-week/

Published: August 28, 2025 20:14

For the 3rd straight day it was a record setting morning across Central and Eastern Kentucky as the unseasonably cool air helped drop early morning lows into record territory for many locations. The mercury dropped to 48 degrees in Lexington, besting the…

Pedestrian struck and killed by train

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Published: August 28, 2025 17:34

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A pedestrian has died after being struck by a train in Lexington. Police say the incident happened around 10 p.m. Wednesday on Emmert Farm Lane near Man O’ War Boulevard. Officers found the victim at the scene, but no…

Coroner identifies man killed in Richmond motorcycle crash near Buc-ee’s

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Published: August 28, 2025 17:33

RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Madison County coroner has identified the man killed in a motorcycle crash Wednesday in front of Buc-ee’s on Duncannon Lane. The victim was 72-year-old William “Bill” Wason of Richmond. Police say Wason’s motorcycle…

Whitley County Schools respond to false social media claims, no threat found

https://www.wtvq.com/false-social-media-post-on-threats-and-shootings/

Published: August 28, 2025 17:32

WHITLEY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Whitley County School District is addressing concerns after false information circulated on social media this week. Officials say some high school students shared claims about an incident at the school, but a…

Columbia man injured in Jamestown motorcycle crash

https://www.wtvq.com/columbia-man-injured-in-jamestown-motorcycle-crash/

Published: August 28, 2025 15:46

JAMESTOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Columbia man was seriously injured in a crash Thursday morning in Jamestown. Police say it happened just before 11:30 a.m. at the intersection of U.S. 127 and Fruit of the Loom Drive. Investigators report that…

Gov. Andy Beshear responds to Minneapolis school shooting tragedy

https://www.wtvq.com/gov-andy-beshear-responds-to-minneapolis-school-shooting-tragedy/

Published: August 28, 2025 15:42

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is reacting to the school shooting tragedy in Minneapolis, calling it another heartbreaking reminder of the need to keep children safe in schools. “American children should be safe and feel…

Lexington Police launch investigation into the death of an infant

https://www.wtvq.com/lexington-police-launch-investigation-into-the-death-of-an-infant/

Published: August 28, 2025 12:09

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police are investigating the death of a baby after an infant was found unresponsive on Park Avenue. Officers say the discovery was made yesterday in the 400 block of Park Avenue, near Euclid Avenue and the…

Court date set for man with guns, drugs and dead deer charges

https://www.wtvq.com/court-date-set-for-man-with-guns-drugs-and-dead-deer-charges/

Published: August 28, 2025 12:07

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Laurel County man accused of hiding drugs, weapons, and even a deer carcass on his property is set to appear in court next month. According to court records, 53-year-old Scottie Shelton is scheduled for arraignment…

A pleasant day ahead with warm afternoon temperatures

https://www.wtvq.com/a-pleasant-day-ahead-with-warm-afternoon-temperatures/

Published: August 28, 2025 11:41

A goldiocks forecast: not too warm, not too cold Temperatures started a bit chilly, and we even broke a record low in Lexington. Temperatures dipped to 49, and the old record was 50 set in 1986. Despite that, we’ll warm to near 80 this afternoon, leaving…

Warm and tranquil weather into the late week

https://www.wtvq.com/warm-and-tranquil-weather-into-the-late-week/

Published: August 27, 2025 20:37

It’s been a fantastic final week of August weather-wise across Central and eastern Kentucky so far and Wednesday was no exception. We saw record low temperatures once again in many locations, including Lexington which dipped all the way down to 46 degrees,…

Lexington marks 19 years since deadly Comair Flight 5191 crash

https://www.wtvq.com/lexington-marks-19-years-since-deadly-comair-flight-5191-crash/

Published: August 27, 2025 19:45

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Tuesday marked 19 years since Comair Flight 5191 crashed during takeoff at Blue Grass Airport, a tragedy that claimed 49 lives and left one survivor. The August 27, 2006 crash happened when the plane attempted takeoff from…

UPDATE: Crash closes entrance to Buc-ee’s, traffic lights out in Richmond area, coroner confirms fatality

https://www.wtvq.com/crash-closes-entrance-to-buc-ees-traffic-lights-out-in-richmond-area/

Published: August 27, 2025 19:22

UPDATE: 4:30 p.m. RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Richmond police are investigating a serious crash that happened Wednesday afternoon near Buc-ee’s off Interstate 75. The collision occurred around 2 p.m. on Duncannon Lane in front of Buc-ee’s and involved…

Cracker Barrel is keeping its old-time logo after new design uproar

https://www.wtvq.com/cracker-barrel-is-keeping-its-old-time-logo-after-new-design-uproar/

Published: August 27, 2025 14:44

By DEE-ANN DURBIN AP Business Writer Cracker Barrel said late Tuesday it’s returning to its old logo after critics — including President Donald Trump — protested the company’s plan to modernize. In a post on its website, Cracker Barrel said it will retain…

A chilly morning with record breaking low temperatures

https://www.wtvq.com/a-chilly-morning-with-record-breaking-low-temperatures/

Published: August 27, 2025 12:25

A cooler start to the day, but a warmer afternoon This morning, many of us saw temperatures in the upper 40s. In Lexington, we dipped to 46, breaking our previous record of 49 set in 1968. We’ve been slow to warm but will eventually reach the 60s by…

Life Adventure Center hosting free community Open House Tuesday

https://www.wtvq.com/life-adventure-center-hosting-free-community-open-house-tuesday/

Published: August 26, 2025 20:45

VERSAILLES, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Life Adventure Center is inviting the public to a free Open House on Tuesday, offering families the chance to explore its scenic 575-acre property. The event runs from 3 to 7 p.m. at 570 Milner Road in Versailles.…

Lexington leaders preview upcoming Sacred Music Festival

https://www.wtvq.com/lexington-leaders-preview-upcoming-sacred-music-festival/

Published: August 26, 2025 20:40

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton joined Dr. Everett McCorvey on Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church to preview the upcoming Lexington Sacred Music Festival. The weeklong festival runs September 21–28 and will feature 25…

London-Corbin Airport celebrates reopening of Air Evac Lifeteam base

https://www.wtvq.com/london-corbin-airport-celebrates-reopening-of-air-evac-lifeteam-base/

Published: August 26, 2025 20:32

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The city of London is continuing to rebuild after the tornado that tore through the area, and one major step forward is now visible at the London-Corbin Airport. Airport officials shared that the Air Evac Lifeteam base has…

Preview of the fall season continues into the mid-week

https://www.wtvq.com/preview-of-the-fall-season-continues-into-the-mid-week/

Published: August 26, 2025 20:05

It was another gorgeous, fall-like Tuesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky as an unseasonably cool area of high pressure controlled the weather across the Ohio Valley. Early morning lows dipped into the upper 40s in many spots to begin the day so it…

Laurel County coroner identifies victim in deadly U.S. 25 crash

https://www.wtvq.com/laurel-county-coroner-identifies-victim-in-deadly-u-s-25-crash/

Published: August 26, 2025 19:39

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Authorities have released the name of the man who died in a deadly crash Monday night in Laurel County. The coroner’s office says 87-year-old Edward Queen of London was killed in the collision. According to the Laurel County…

Raywick firefighter dies after Marion County crash

https://www.wtvq.com/raywick-firefighter-dies-after-marion-county-crash/

Published: August 26, 2025 19:35

MARION COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Raywick firefighter has died following a crash while responding to a call last week. According to Supporting Heroes, Lieutenant Brian Hatt of the Raywick Fire Department passed away Monday afternoon from injuries he…

Cincinnati Reds 2026 Opening Day and Schedule Announced

https://www.wtvq.com/cincinnati-reds-2026-opening-day-and-schedule-announced/

Published: August 26, 2025 19:29

CINCINNATI, Oh. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The MLB announced the 2026 schedules earlier Tuesday afternoon, and the Cincinnati Reds will be hosting opening day once again. The Reds will kick off their 2026 campaign on Thursday, March 26th in an interleague series…

Berea Police seek public help with vehicle break-ins

https://www.wtvq.com/berea-police-seek-public-help-with-vehicle-break-ins/

Published: August 26, 2025 15:17

BEREA, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Berea Police Department is asking for the public’s help after a series of vehicle break-ins early Saturday morning. Investigators say the incidents happened between midnight and 6 a.m. in the Brooklyn Boulevard and…

Kentucky State Police searching for two escaped inmates

https://www.wtvq.com/kentucky-state-police-searching-for-two-escaped-inmates/

Published: August 26, 2025 11:57

PINEVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are searching for two inmates who escaped Monday night from the Bell County Forestry Camp, a minimum-security facility in southeastern Kentucky. KSP says 32-year-old Billy Potter and 22-year-old…

Deadly crash shuts down busy road for hours

https://www.wtvq.com/deadly-crash-shuts-down-busy-road-for-hours/

Published: August 26, 2025 11:56

LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office says lanes have reopened following a deadly crash that shut down part of U.S. 25 Monday night. Deputies say the collision happened around 9:10 p.m., about six and a half miles south of…

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