Kentucky’s people cannot afford the realities of federal budget bill | Opinion
As a state representative, I often hear from Kentuckians who are trying to access care that is affordable and delivered in a timely manner. The latest proposal from Congress to slash Medicaid would not only put that basic need even further out of reach, it would pull the rug out from under communities across the...
Celebrity chef recognized for impact on Lexington with docuseries
LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) – Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton proclaimed June 30 “You Belong Here Day” to celebrate the new eight-part docuseries “You Belong Here,” told through the life and ethos of acclaimed local chef and executive producer Ouita Michel and produced by actor Steve Zahn and director Rick Gomez through their...
Historic World War II planes take flight in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. — An organization dedicated to restoring and showing off vintage World War II planes touched down in Lexington. The Commemorative Air Force’s mission is restoring and preserving military aircraft, mostly jets and planes used by the U.S. Military in WWII. This weekend, three World War II planes were...
Pedestrian killed while crossing Kentucky highway
3 facing charges after kids found living in unsafe conditions, citations say. Three adults are facing charges after police say multiple children were found living in filthy and unsafe conditions at a single home in Madison County. Updated: 4 hours ago. Missing Ky. man found safe after Golden Alert. David...
‘Violent’ Texas fugitive captured in Fayette County
A Texas fugitive captured in Fayette County has been extradited after over a month on the run.
Kentucky has four more cases of highly contagious measles
Four unvaccinated Kentuckians have contracted the highly contagious measles, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) announced Friday. Three of the four cases were from the same household in Woodford County and the fourth, unrelated to the others, is in a Todd County person who was exposed while traveling...
Police respond to a potential barricade situation in Lexington
Lexington Police are responding to a potential barricade situation in Lexington where LEX 18 is on the scene of.
Fighting hunger gets big boost from new, improved Amen House
GEORGETOWN, Ky. — With the snip of a ribbon, a new day dawns for the hungry in Scott County. For years, the Amen House in Georgetown has operated its food pantry out of the basement of this church. Amen House Executive Director Michele Carlisle said, “We are finally moving....
1 seriously injured after single-vehicle Winchester Road crash
A crash victim is fighting for their life following a single-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon on Winchester Road.
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: More storms and humidity on the way
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Good Saturday afternoon, everyone. The afternoon/evening showers and storms, along with humidity, are expected to continue over the next few days before a quieter period of weather sets in. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be with us for this evening once again, and like the past...
