Lexington man sentenced for armed fentanyl trafficking
Laurance Newby, 38, of Lexington was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for trafficking fentanyl across central Kentucky after a month-long investigation.
Lexington, KY news for Apr 10, 2026
35 stories gathered from local outlets, traffic updates, and public safety coverage.
Case file: London police officer shoots, kills man serving warrant at wrong address
Newly released investigative records shed light on how London police officers ended up at the wrong address, detailing the moments and decisions that led up to the final moments of Doug Harless' life.
Nelson County Sheriff searching for inmate that escaped during jail transport
The Nelson County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating an inmate that escaped during a transport to the Nelson County Jail Friday afternoon.
Christian County mother files complaint against school for alleged abuse of her autistic son
A mother is fighting to keep her lawsuit alive against the Christian County Board of Education and the Kentucky Department of Education after alleging her autistic son was abused at school.
New law allows cameras on school buses to catch illegally passing drivers
The legislation allows school districts to place cameras on school buses while they are stopped to help catch drivers who pass them.
Son develops software after Lexington veteran found dead
When one of Jyrone Paker's biggest inspirations went missing just over five months ago, he knew that he needed to do something.
Growing local gardening with the Victory Garden Blitz
One Madison County organization is delivering resources to community members to help people start – or grow – their own gardens at home.
Documents reveal London police were at wrong house, lacked operational planning during Doug Harless shooting
A newly released case file confirms London police were at the wrong house and lacked a formal operational plan when they shot and killed a man in December 2024.
'Not everything is bad': Injured racehorse gets second chance at Kentucky Horse Park
Raised on Indian Ridge Farm in Frankfort, a retired racehorse named Angus is getting a second chance at life, one he's using to promote the sport he once excelled at.
Man arrested for allegedly pointing handgun at vehicle in Lexington road rage incident
A man was arrested Friday after allegedly pointing a handgun at occupants of another vehicle during a road rage incident on a busy Lexington road.
Missing 13-year-old in Laurel County found safe, sheriff's office reports
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 13-year-old boy who was last seen Friday morning.
Laurel County Sheriff's Office searching for missing 13-year-old
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 13-year-old boy who was last seen Friday morning.
Kentucky social worker earns global Rotary honor as state budget cuts threaten mental health services
During National Volunteer Month, a social worker is receiving international recognition for her mental health advocacy, even as state budget cuts threaten the future of her profession.
Rising fuel costs strain Bath County's volunteer fire departments
Volunteer firefighters are not at the station all the time. When an emergency happens, they stop what they are doing and get to the scene as fast as they can, sometimes using their own personal vehicles.
Luna Library: Father honors late daughter with free book giveaway
A father is honoring his late daughter's legacy by providing hundreds of children across the Bluegrass with books focused on Black history and representation.
Bluegrass-filmed movie premieres Friday at Kentucky Theatre
A romantic drama filmed in Central Kentucky is premiering Friday night at the Kentucky Theatre. "Where the Heart Lands" was filmed in Lexington and Paris.
KSP: Manchester man arrested on rape, child sexual exploitation charges
A 20-year-old man from Manchester is in custody at the Clay County Detention Center on various child sexual exploitation crimes, according to a press release by Kentucky State Police (KSP).
Kentucky marks 3 years since Louisville bank shooting tragedy
Friday marks a somber anniversary in Kentucky. It's been three years since a deadly mass shooting that took place at Old National Bank in Louisville.
Beshear signs 4 new bills to protect children, support sexual assault survivors in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) — Gov. Andy Beshear signed four bills today to better protect children across Kentucky and provide more support to survivors of sexual assault and rape. House Bills 4, 134, 521 and 778 address issues ranging from gr…
Beshear signs 4 new bills to protect children, support sexual assault survivors in Kentucky
Gov. Andy Beshear signed four bills today to better protect children across Kentucky and provide more support to survivors of sexual assault and rape.
Lexington's budget season begins: How you can weigh in
Lexington's budget is more than just a spending plan. It's a value statement. Here's how to be heard in the city's budgeting process.
Lexington man arrested after allegedly firing gun during road rage incident
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — An arrest citation reported that 25-year-old Trayion A. Pritchett faces charges of first-degree wanton endangerment and third-degree terroristic threatening following a road rage incident in Lexington. Th…
Lexington man arrested after allegedly firing gun during road rage incident
An arrest citation reported that 25-year-old Trayion A. Pritchett faces charges of first-degree wanton endangerment and third-degree terroristic threatening following a road rage incident.
Man arrested after allegedly stealing 2 vehicles and fleeing Winchester police
A man is in custody at the Clark County Detention Center after the Winchester Police Department said he stole two vehicles across multiple cities and fled from officers into a wooded area.
Former Kentucky governor's estranged son can pursue child support, judge rules
The estranged adopted son of former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin will be able to pursue child support, according to Judge Will Moynahan with the Kentucky Court of Appeals.
Scott County Sheriff’s Office mourns unexpected death of deputy and school resource officer
SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Scott County Sheriff’s Office announced the unexpected death of Deputy David Hodapp, an 11-year veteran of the force and School Resource Officer at Scott County High School. The sheriff’s office de…
Ex-UK athlete indicted in baby's death enters indictment plea: What's next?
Laken Snelling, the former UK student athlete who was indicted in March in her baby's death in 2025, appeared in Fayette County District Court on Friday morning.
Council to review Lexington's efforts on affordable housing
The report says Lexington faces several obstacles to develop more affordable housing.
Authorities arrest Pineville man after a weeks-long manhunt
The Bell County Sheriff’s Department and the U.S. Marshals Service Central Kentucky Fugitive Task Force apprehended Cameron Collins on Thursday, April 9, at Happy Mart in Pineville.
Fighting Hunger in Kentucky during Spring Break
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – In Kentucky, one in five children, that’s over 200,000 faces hunger, according to Feeding Kentuvky. A crisis that intensifies during school breaks when free meal programs cease. As part of an initiative c…
Eastbound lanes reopened after deadly Carter County highway crash
A large portion of I-64 has been closed following a deadly crash, according to Rowan County Coroner John Northcutt and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC).
Carter County crash closes large portion of eastern Kentucky highway
A large portion of I-64 has been closed following a deadly crash, according to Rowan County Coroner John Northcutt and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC).
Federal trial delayed for man tied to Kentucky overdose deaths
A federal court order filed on Wednesday has delayed the trial of Brian Epperson, the man charged in connection with the 2025 overdose deaths of Kristen Morris and Reacheal Dawson.
UK students react to move by federal government to automatically register men for military draft
At the University of Kentucky, draft-eligible students have mixed feelings about the updated draft system.
Near Record Highs and Scattered Storms Ahead
Good Friday to one and all. Those mild winds are about to turn flat out warm as summer air surges back into the Commonwealth later this weekend into next week. This pattern will start to spit out some scattered showers and thunderstorms fr…