From storm to game: Lexington’s ‘Mount Paul’ melts away
LEXINGTON, Ky. — After a significant winter storm slammed Kentucky earlier this year, a mountainous pile of snow took over the parking lot of Lexington's Warehouse Block. A massive snow pile dubbed “Mount Paul” formed in the parking lot of Lexington's Warehouse Block after January's winter storm.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Rolling Roadblocks Scheduled on Blue Grass Parkway in Woodford County
LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 11, 2026) — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of rolling roadblocks on the Blue Grass Parkway on Friday, March 13. Rolling roadblocks will occur on the westbound lanes of the Blue Grass Parkway between milepoint 71 (just west of the U.S. 60 interchange) and milepoint...
Keeneland announces ticket options and packages for 2026 Breeders’ Cup
Ticket options and hospitality packages have been now announced for the 2026 Breeders’ Cup World Championships, set to be hosted at Keeneland on October 30 and 31.
Fayette County Public Schools Deputy Superintendent announces retirement
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Deputy Superintendent of Fayette County Public Schools plans to retire in September 2026. Dr. Houston Barber announced his plans to retire after 28 years of service. Barber will continue in his role for the next few months as the district searches for someone to fill the position.
LexPark warning of parking ticket texting scam
LexPark is warning about a scam involving text messages and fake parking citations. Executive director Laura Boison says the text messages are convincing but it’s a fake.
Lexington dog attack: Police search for owner
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Authorities are seeking assistance after a dog attack at around 6:30 p.m. on March 9 at Woodland Park. The dog’s owner is described as a slender Black man with short hair, about 5-foot 11-inches tall, and possibly in his early 20s. The dog...
Baby’s death renews focus, spotlights gaps in support for mothers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Fayette County grand jury has indicted a 22-year-old woman on charges related to the death of her baby. A Fayette County grand jury indicted former UK student Laken Snelling in her baby’s death. Police said Snelling admitted concealing the birth and placing the infant...
This Tiny Kentucky Shack Might Just Serve The Most Legendary Brisket In The State
Some of life’s greatest pleasures come in the smallest packages, and that’s especially true when it comes to barbecue joints. Red State BBQ in Lexington proves that you don’t need a big building to create legendary food, just big flavor and serious dedication. You know that old...
Versailles Road inbound lanes closed at Man O’ War due to injury crash
The inbound lanes of Versailles Road are shut down at Man O' War Boulevard due to an injury collision on Wednesday, the Lexington Police Department reported.
Section of road near Lexington’s airport shut down after serious wreck
A serious collision has left a section of road near Lexington’s airport shut down Wednesday afternoon. The crash happened around 12:59 p.m. on Versailles Road near Man O’ War Boulevard. Lexington Police Department Lt. Jeff Howard said a car and tractor-trailer towing another collided, sending the driver of the car to...
