Lexington KY

I-75 southbound near the 97-mile marker in Madison County is currently shut down across all lanes due to a multi-vehicle injury collision involving a semi-truck.

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Louisville, Kentucky – Residents across Kentucky and southern Indiana could face two rounds of thunderstorms Wednesday, with the strongest storms capable of damaging wind gusts and brief tornadoes during...

Lexington isn’t just horse country; it’s home to a passionate food scene where barbecue stands tall next to bourbon and bluegrass. This Central Kentucky hub merges Southern BBQ tradition with a wild, creative streak, delivering slow-smoked meats, hearty sides, and plenty of local charm—from classic “Lexington dip” to...

BEREA, Ky. (WKYT) - A Nicholasville man faces nine charges after a high-speed pursuit through Madison County early Sunday morning, according to a Berea Police Department citation. David Smith, 44, of Nicholasville, was arrested just after 1:00 a.m. Sunday on I-75 northbound near the 96-mile marker. I-75 pursuit...

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Fayette County Public School students could still be in the classroom in June, as the district works to make up a string of snow days. During a school board work session Monday night, board members said the school year is set to end on June 3. A final vote will be taken after Spring Break.

VERSAILLES, Ky. (WKYT) - We now know the name of the man killed in a crash in Versailles on Monday. The Woodford County Coroner’s Office has identified him as Terry Withers. They did not have an age for him. An officer found him dead Monday morning after he crashed...

A nostalgic neighborhood sandwich shop that is looking to grow to 2,000 locations nationwide over the next 10 years is eyeing the Lexington market. Potbelly is looking to accelerate its growth after being acquired late last year by convenience store chain RaceTrac Inc. The fast-casual chain plans to reach 500 shops...

A Kentucky couple is accused of locking their non-verbal, autistic sons in a closet when they misbehaved, according to court documents. Casey Farthing, 41, and Stephanie Harmer, 36, of Richmond, are charged with five counts of first-degree criminal abuse of a child 12 or younger, two counts of first-degree unlawful...

A bill filed in Frankfort would exempt Kentucky from Daylight Saving Time. Daylight Saving Time begins in March every year. We began Daylight Saving Time last Sunday and it runs until November 1 this year. However, House Bill 368 proposed in Frankfort would require the commonwealth of Kentucky to observe...

JESSAMINE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A local animal rescue organization is asking for the public’s help locating a dog that ran away shortly after being adopted. According to PAWS 4 The Cause, the dog escaped around 6:30 p.m. Sunday night, shortly after going home with her new family.