Lexington Humane Society and PetSmart Charities open a new Everyday Adoption Center for local pets
A new Everyday Adoption Center is now open in Lexington to help pets find forever homes. The grand opening featured giveaways and free pet food.
Lexington, KY news for Mar 28, 2026
33 stories gathered from local outlets, traffic updates, and public safety coverage.
Miss Kentucky 2025 Ariana Rodriguez hosts annual benefit to support youth in the foster care system
Miss Kentucky 2025 Ariana Rodriguez held the annual "Luckiest Benefit" at the Singletary Center to support youth in the foster care system.
People gather in Scott County to remember 16-year-old Georgetown baseball player Case Wilson
People gathered at Great Crossing High School to remember 16-year-old baseball player Case Wilson, who died in a crash last Sunday.
Thousands gathered in downtown Lexington for a third 'No Kings' protest
Thousands of people filled the streets of downtown Lexington for a third 'No Kings' protest on Saturday afternoon.
Thousands gathered downtown Lexington for a third 'No Kings' protest
Thousands of people filled the streets of downtown Lexington for a third 'No Kings' protest on Saturday afternoon.
Citation: Kentucky Powerball winner arrested for third time, burglary charge
According to the Fayette County Detention Center's website, the Kentucky Powerball winner has been arrested in Lexington.
KY Powerball winner arrested for third time, burglary charge
According to the Fayette County Detention Center's website, the Kentucky Powerball winner has been arrested in Lexington.
Commandment wins the Florida Derby, now eyes Kentucky Derby and Triple Crown trail
Commandment won the Florida Derby by a photo finish, earning him 100 points towards the Road to the Kentucky Derby leaderboard and securing his spot in the Run for the Roses.
Louisville police shoots, kills woman in mental health crisis
A woman was shot and killed by two officers in Louisville after she allegedly charged at them with a large, sharp object while experiencing a mental health crisis.
Lexington holds third 'No Kings' protest against President Trump, administration
A large and increasing crowd gathered in downtown Lexington for the third "No Kings" protest.
Mount Sterling community honors local lynching victim James Mitchell
People in Mount Sterling gathered on Saturday to unveil a historical marker honoring James Mitchell, a 24-year-old Black man who was lynched by a mob on June 14, 1882.
Rori Harmon gets Texas women going early to beat Kentucky and send the Longhorns to another Elite 8
Texas beat fellow SEC member Kentucky 76-54 on Saturday, sending the top-seeded Longhorns to another Elite Eight in the women's NCAA Tournament.
Historical marker unveiled in Mount Sterling to honor Black man who was lynched nearly 150 years ago
Community members in Mount Sterling gathered to honor James Mitchell, a Black man lynched in 1882.
Lexington approves Haley Pike solar farm lease after delays
The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council gave its final approval to lease out part of the Haley Pike landfill to solar company Edelen Renewables during their Thursday meeting.
Bill restricting pedestrians from sitting, standing next to state roads on Beshear’s desk
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — A bill aimed at keeping pedestrians from standing near busy state roads is on Governor Beshear’s desk following passage by the House and Senate. “If we can prevent one accident, one fatality over the next…
Lexington church and developer complete major affordable housing project for seniors
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — A major project addressing the housing crisis in Lexington and Fayette County is complete, bringing 38 affordable housing units for seniors to the area. Nearly 14 months after breaking ground in January 2…
2026 graduation dates for Fayette County high schools announced
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — Graduation dates for Lexington’s high school seniors were announced by Superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins during Thursday’s FCPS board meeting. Those dates and times are as follows: Frederick Douglass Hi…
Citation: KY man arrested for DUI after police find him riding horse with liquor bag tied to saddle
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) An arrest citation reveals that a Bowling Green man was arrested and charged with DUI while riding a horse. According to the citation, on Thursday evening, an officer with the Bowling Green Police Depar…
Tennessee man considered armed and dangerous after late-night shooting in Madison County
Authorities in Madison County are searching for Christopher Morphis, 38, of Lenoir City, Tennessee, who is wanted for a late Friday night shooting and assault and is considered armed and dangerous.
Paducah man killed after allegedly stabbing parole officer during home visit
An investigation is underway after a deadly officer-involved shooting in Paducah left one man dead and two officers injured Friday morning.
Lexington job fair helps people recovering from addiction find work and fresh starts
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) The second annual “Look Good. Feel Good” job fair in Lexington connected people recovering from addiction and those returning from jail with employment opportunities. More than 30 employers and staffing age…
Scam texts impersonating state agencies circulating the Commonwealth
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — Kentucky State Police and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet have recently put out warnings to consumers regarding spam texts impersonating their agencies. “In the last week we have received a lot of cal…
Former Robertson Sheriff Terry Gray pleads guilty to DUI, sentenced to 1 year in jail
ROBERTSON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — Former Robertson County Sheriff Terry Gray, who was arrested three times and charged with DUI while employed by the department, plead guilty and was sentenced on Thursday. According to court docume…
At briefing, Superintendent Liggins stresses focus on FCPS amid Missouri job finalist news
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Demetrus Liggins addressed questions on Friday about his potential departure for a job in Missouri amid ongoing scrutiny over the district’s budget. Liggins is o…
Great Crossing Warhawks dedicate baseball season to teammate Case Wilson
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) It’s been a difficult week for head coach Greg Stratton and his Great Crossing Baseball program after 16-year-old Case Wilson was killed in a car accident on Sunday morning. “Case was a center fielder,” St…
Federal judge dismisses charges against former Louisville officers in Breonna Taylor case
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — A federal judge has dismissed charges against two former Louisville Metro Police Department law enforcement officers who were accused of charges relating to a falsified search warrant that led to a polic…
Man dead, 2 officers injured in McCracken County officer-involved shooting
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — As of a result of an officer-involving shooting in Paducah on Friday, one man was pronounced dead and two officers were injured. According to a press release by Kentucky State Police (KSP) around 1…
Arrest warrant issued for ‘armed and dangerous’ Tennessee man involved in Madison County shooting
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) — Madison County authorities are searching for an “armed and dangerous” Tennessee man who is connected to a shooting that occurred Friday night on Kentucky River Road. According to the Madison County S…
Man dead, 2 officers injured in McCracken County officer-involved shooting
As of a result of an officer-involving shooting in Paducah on Friday, one man has been pronounced dead and two officers were injured in the incident.
Corbin officials investigating active incident on Maynor Street
The Corbin Police Department is asking nearby residents to avoid the area of Mayor Street in the southwestern district of the city.
Arrest warrant issued for 'armed and dangerous' Tennessee man involved in Madison County shooting
Madison County authorities are searching for an "armed and dangerous" Tennessee man who is connected to a shooting that occurred Friday night on Kentucky River Road.
UK crime log reports 3rd sexual assault
The University of Kentucky Police Department released a crime log reporting an alleged sexual assault that occurred on campus. This is the third sexual offense to be reported this week. According to the crime log, the offense occurred on A…
Looking Toward a Stormy Setup
Good Saturday, everyone. Our day is starting with a hard freeze for much of Kentucky as the weekend starts cold. Things get much better by Sunday as our overall pattern looks rather wet and stormy as we head into the month of April. Temps…