Michigan man allegedly defrauded over $26K from UK Federal Credit Union
As a result of the fraudulent withdrawals, the credit union reported a financial loss of $26,642 to the police.
Nicholasville neighborhood reopens after police attempt ‘high-risk’ warrant
The Nicholasville Police Department and the US Marshals Service say they are attempting to execute a "high-risk" arrest warrant in the 100 block of Shelby Way in Nicholasville.
Lexington man accused in scheme to steal dozens of phones from the mail
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A Lexington man is facing multiple charges after police say dozens of phones were stolen from a UPS facility and resold. According to an arrest citation, 32-year-old Marcus D. Williams is charged with engaging in organized crime, possession of stolen mail, receiving stolen property and theft...
Assistant DAs, local law enforcement attend BUI training
Assistant District Attorneys General Ron Laffitte, Blake Mullins, and Graham Wilson participated in the “Navigating the Waters of a BUI Prosecution” training on July 16, 2025 in Lexington, KY. The course was a collaborative effort between the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and the...
Shady Kentucky Cop Goes Off The Rails — Hit With Two Lawsuits In One...
Something shady seems to be brewing in the Bluegrass State, and no, it’s not just bourbon barrels or derby drama. A Kentucky state trooper named Myron has managed to rack up two federal lawsuits in less than a month, and not for minor workplace slip-ups. We’re talking about aggressive arrests, sketchy traffic stops,...
Police seek info about man tied to deaths of 3 Kentucky women
WINCHESTER, Ky. — The Winchester Police Department is looking for anyone who has ever been in contact with Brian Epperson, especially those who've had a personal relationship with him, hired him as a contractor or let him into their home in the past three years. Epperson is under investigation...
Pastor’s son says he was wrongfully arrested day of church shooting
In a citation, a trooper with Kentucky State Police wrote that Jerry Gumm II was 'billigerent' and 'grabbed the handle of his gun.'
Lexington man charged in second homicide now facing two murder counts
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man already jailed for one Lexington murder is now facing charges in a second deadly shooting—and he’s back in court Thursday. Lexington Police say 25-year-old Deonte Carter has been charged in connection with the December 2021 shooting death of Devon Sandusky on Oak Hill Drive.
Lexington history: The unsolved murder case of Mary Cawein
Editor’s Note: As Lexington celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding, the Herald-Leader and kentucky.com each day throughout 2025 will share interesting facts about our hometown. Compiled by Liz Carey, all are notable moments in the city’s history — some funny, some sad, others heartbreaking or celebratory,...
Kentucky students gifted laptops to prepare for the future
Students involved in the organization Jobs for America's Graduates, or JAG Kentucky, got gifts to help them get a head start on their next steps.
