Lexington KY

A Lexington mother is demanding accountability after she says her 2-year-old daughter was bitten by a dog at Woodland Park Monday night.

A Fayette County grand jury has indicted Laken Snelling on first-degree manslaughter and other charges in connection with the death of her newborn son in August 2025.

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...