School bomb threat disrupts Anderson County High School during state testing
A bomb threat at Anderson County High School sent students home early Tuesday morning as they were in the middle of state testing.
Lexington, KY news for May 5, 2026
29 stories gathered from local outlets, traffic updates, and public safety coverage.
Mayor Linda Gorton addresses road work and pavement concerns in Chevy Chase
Mayor Linda Gorton assures temporary improvements are underway, with permanent resurfacing to follow completion of all utility projects.
‘The best thing to do is to be educated on what’s on the ballot’ ahead of Kentucky primaries
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Kentucky primary election is approaching on May 19, and there are a few steps you can take to make sure you know what to expect on your ballot. “The best thing to do is to be educated on what’s o…
Daniel Cameron goes on offensive against Barr as statewide tour for Senate begins
Kentucky Senate hopeful Daniel Cameron has announced a statewide tour over the last two weeks of the race and will be taking a more offensive stance against his opponent, Congressman Andy Barr.
4 children face second Mother's Day without their mom after unsolved Lexington shooting
Four young children in Lexington will spend this Mother's Day without their mother after she was shot and killed in September 2024.
'The best thing to do is to be educated on what's on the ballot' ahead of Kentucky primaries
The Kentucky primary election is approaching on May 19, and there are a few steps you can take to make sure you know what to expect on your ballot.
Lexington sees 91 consecutive days without fatal shooting
The city has gone 91 consecutive days without a fatal shooting, and advocates are encouraging the community to continue supporting youth.
Golden Tempo's farrier says 2026 Kentucky Derby win was his best moment in 30 years
Golden Tempo's farrier says winning the 2026 Kentucky Derby was the best moment of his more than 30-year career.
10-year-old with autism publishes alphabet book to help kids read and support first responders
A 10-year-old boy with autism in Rowan County has published his first book — a colorful alphabet learning guide illustrated entirely with his own monster drawings — and is using proceeds to support first responders.
Multiple attacked with baseball bat in Pulaski County over Wi-Fi, records show
A man allegedly came down to their apartment and threatened to kill them if the Wi‑Fi didn't work by the time he got back to his room.
Scott County Fire Department achieves full large animal rescue certification for all members
Every responder at the Scott County Fire Department is now certified in large animal rescue — a milestone the department reached through years of training with local veterinarians,
'We just bite the bullet and hope it's gonna pass': Lexington florist adjusts amid rising fuel costs
On Clays Mill Road, Bella Blooms Florist and Gifts is packed with beautiful flower arrangements. Amid rising gas prices, Owner Susan Otero has a saying.
Defendant Josh Mullins defense agrees to trial delay in Amber Spradlin case
Josh Mullins, through his attorney, filed a response to the Commonwealth's renewed motion to continue the trial in the Amber Spradlin case.
Governor Beshear freezes gas tax, activates price gouging laws amid rising fuel costs
Beshear signed an emergency regulation to freeze the state gas tax, activated Kentucky's price gouging laws, and sent letters to Congress asking lawmakers to suspend the federal gas tax.
Help sought to identify body recovered from Ohio River in northeast Kentucky
Officials in Lewis County asked the public on Tuesday morning for help identifying a body recovered from the Ohio River.
Laurel County Sheriff's Office searching for missing 17-year-old girl in Corbin area
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 17-year-old juvenile reported missing overnight May 5.
2 people rescued by KSP troopers after jet ski overturns on Cave Run Lake
Two people were rescued by Kentucky State Police troopers after their jet ski overturned on Cave Run Lake Monday evening.
Laurel County deputies searching for missing teen last seen in Corbin
Agencies in Laurel County are searching for a missing 17-year-old who was last seen in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Kentucky State Police investigating multiple school bomb threats across the state
UPDATE: May 5 at 12:05 p.m. Kentucky State Police say they are investigating multiple school bomb threats that have been reported across the state. According to KSP, none of the threats have been deemed credible, and preliminary findings s…
Multiple Kentucky school districts receive threats, state police investigating
School leaders in Anderson and Johnson counties announced Tuesday morning that their high school campuses were evacuated amid separate investigations.
2 Kentucky high schools evacuate amid threat investigations: What we know
School leaders in Anderson and Johnson counties announced Tuesday morning that their high school campuses were evacuated amid separate investigations.
Crews battle fire that breaks out in Lexington garage before spreading to nearby home
At least two people have been displaced following a Tuesday morning house fire in Lexington.
2 homes sustain minor damage after fire on Curtiswood Drive in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington fire crews are on the scene of a reported house fire on Curtiswood Drive Tuesday morning. Lexington fire reported that crews were called to the 2100 block of Curtiswood Drive on reports of a str…
2 homes sustain minor damage after fire on Curtiswood Drive in Lexington
Lexington fire crews are on the scene of a reported structure fire on Curtiswood Drive Tuesday morning.
Body recovered from Ohio River near Scott Park in Lewis County
Lewis County officials report that a body was recovered from the Ohio River on Monday afternoon near Scott Park in Vanceburg.
UK campus workers, labor unions hold on-campus rally against job outsourcing
University of Kentucky workers, labor leaders and some local politicians marched through campus late Monday to campaign against plans to outsource campus jobs.
KSP searching for 44-year-old Williamsburg man last known to be in Pulaski County
Kentucky State Police Post 11 in London is searching for 44-year-old Stephen C. Barrett of Williamsburg, who was last known to be staying in Pulaski County at an unknown location.
Kentucky troopers searching in Pulaski County for missing man
HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? Officials with the Kentucky State Police (KSP) announced that troopers were searching in Pulaski County for a missing Williamsburg man.
Rounds of Showers and Storms Increase
Good Tuesday, everyone. Rain and thunderstorms overspread the state from west to east today, bringing some much needed rains to the region. This will be followed by another cool blast before the week is over and is all part of a cooler and…