Kentucky's Malachi Moreno declares for NBA Draft, maintains college eligibility
Kentucky freshman center Malachi Moreno has declared for the 2026 NBA Draft while maintaining his college eligibility.
Lexington, KY news for Apr 6, 2026
34 stories gathered from local outlets, traffic updates, and public safety coverage.
Rowan County launches 'Adopt a Dispatcher' program for 911 dispatchers
Morehead Rowan County E9-1-1 is launching a new "Adopt a Dispatcher" program to recognize the crucial work of emergency dispatchers.
Supreme Court halts impeachment proceedings for Lexington judge
The Kentucky Supreme Court has halted impeachment proceedings against Lexington Judge Ann Goodman, ruling that the legislature overstepped its authority.
Dual Whitley County crashes cause backups: 1 dead, deputy hits school bus en route to scene
A 38-year-old man was killed in a 3-vehicle crash in Whitley County, and a school bus was rear-ended by a deputy on the way to the scene.
Kentucky State Police investigating after video shows Madison Co. jail guard punching inmate in his cell
Two former Madison County Detention Center jail guards are no longer employed after security camera footage showed one of them punching an inmate multiple times in a cell.
Kentucky State Police investigating after video shows Madison jail guard punching inmate in his cell
Two former Madison County Detention Center jail guards are no longer employed after security camera footage showed one of them punching an inmate multiple times in a cell.
As spring fire season still burns hot, fire crews urge the public to use caution
A few acres can burn fast in Kentucky, where five wildfires are currently burning in Eastern Kentucky alongside dozens of controlled fires across the state.
Gov. Beshear begins veto recess rejecting Kentucky's gun-related bills
Governor Andy Beshear vetoed two bills related to firearms, while lawmakers will return on April 14th to consider overrides.
Early literacy program in Madison County shares impact of the state funding match
Less than a week ago, Kentucky officials announced the state’s budget will continue to match local contributions for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
DHS, Lexington Police arrest 'several illegal aliens' while performing search warrants, raising concern
The Department of Homeland Security and Lexington Police executed several search warrants at multiple locations on Tuesday, March 31, sparking questions from the community.
Homeland Security, Lexington Police search warrants raise community questions
The Department of Homeland Security and Lexington Police executed several search warrants at multiple locations on Tuesday, March 31, sparking questions from the community.
Record-breaking 32 UK students interning with Kentucky's General Assembly
A record-setting 32 undergraduate students are interning in Frankfort, assisting with different tasks that help bills become Kentucky law.
Owen County mother finds new home and reflects on her journey 1 year after historic flooding
Natalie Spoonamore and her three toddlers are settling into a new home in Owen County, one year after historic flooding displaced her family and devastated the community.
'Angry' Richmond man accused of stealing Amazon driver's phone, punching van
Court documents allege that the homeowner, William Farthing, became "very angry" and punched the delivery vehicle.
Pulaski County man receives 40 year sentence for killing uncle, father
A Pulaski County man convicted of killing his uncle and father learned his prison sentence on Monday morning.
1 person dead following multi-vehicle Monday afternoon collision in Whitley County
Kentucky State Police is currently on the scene of two multi-vehicle collisions near the intersection of US 25 West and Ward Cemetery Road in Corbin.
KSP on the scene of 2 multi-vehicle collisions near Whitley County intersection
Kentucky State Police is currently on the scene of two multi-vehicle collisions near the intersection of US 25 West and Ward Cemetery Road in Corbin.
Severe wind event blows roof off Russell County recycling building, damages nearby parked vehicles
A severe wind event blew the roof off a recycling building in Russell County Saturday night, damaging vehicles parked across the street from the Russell County Fiscal Court.
Richmond manhunt: Warrant shows felon allegedly strangled woman, shot another
Court documents have revealed startling new details concerning the suspect arrested on Friday, April 3, in connection with a late March shooting in Richmond.
Richmond manhunt: Warrant shows felon allgedly strangled woman, shot another
Court documents have revealed startling new details concerning the suspect arrested on Friday, April 3, in connection with a late March shooting in Richmond.
Tennessee man allegedly lived in Kentucky 'at least 1 month' before Richmond shooting
Court documents have revealed startling new details concerning the suspect arrested on Friday, April 3, in connection with a late March shooting in Richmond.
Tennessee man charged with attempted murder in connection to Madison Co. shooting
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A Tennessee man is in custody facing attempted murder and other charges after authorities say he shot his girlfriend, assaulted her mother, and evaded police for days in Madison County. A complaint w…
Firefighters extinguish Race Street house fire after dog attempts to follow crews into the home
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Firefighters quickly extinguished a house fire on Race Street Monday morning, reporting no injuries but a close call involving a dog. Crews responded to the one-level home at around 8:20 a.m. The fire app…
Kentucky Derby field takes shape as 60-year-old jockey Mike Smith eyes historic win after prep races
(AP) — So Happy won the $750,000 Santa Anita Derby by 2 3/4 lengths on Saturday, giving 60-year-old jockey Mike Smith a shot at becoming the oldest rider to win the Kentucky Derby. Further Ado won the $1.25 million Blue Grass Stakes by 11…
Man charged with arson following Race Street house fire on Monday morning, citation reveals
An arrest citation reveals that a man has been arrested in connection to the house fire on Race Street in Lexington on Monday morning.
Firefighters extinguish Race Street house fire after dog attempts to follow crews into the home
Firefighters quickly extinguished a house fire on Race Street Monday morning, reporting no injuries but a close call involving a dog.
2 people flown to a trauma center after a train collides with a pickup truck in Whitley County
WHITLEY COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Two people were flown to a trauma center after a train collided with a pickup truck in the Rockholds Community on April 3, according to Woodbine Fire & Rescue. The Whitley County E-911 Center alerted…
Lexington police: 1 person hospitalized with a life-threatening gunshot wound
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — UPDATE April 5 at 11:38 p.m. One person was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries on Sunday night, according to the Lexington Police Department. Police say first responders responded to a gunshot wo…
2 people flown to a trauma center after a train collides with a pickup truck in Whitley County
Two people were flown to a trauma center after a train collided with a pickup truck in the Rockholds Community on April 3, according to Woodbine Fire & Rescue.
Madison County officials describe details of Christopher Morphis' arrest
After days of searching, the Madison County Sheriff’s Department captured Christopher Morphis Friday afternoon near a restaurant just off of I-75 in Berea.
At least 1 displaced by downtown Lexington house fire
At least one person has been displaced by a Monday morning fire in downtown Lexington.
Kentucky Derby field takes shape as 60-year-old jockey Mike Smith eyes historic win after prep races
So Happy won the $750,000 Santa Anita Derby by 2 3/4 lengths on Saturday, giving 60-year-old jockey Mike Smith a shot at becoming the oldest rider to win the Kentucky Derby.
1 severely injured after shots fired in northeast Lexington
One person is fighting for their life after a Sunday night shooting in Lexington.
Frosty Cold Before Another Massive Warm Surge
Good Monday, everyone. Our week is off and running on a frosty cold note, but this turns around in a hurry later in the week. As a matter of fact, temps by the weekend and into next week may very well surge back to record high territory. S…