Ben Beddoes has an isolated storm chance to wrap up the weekend
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - It will be a very warm rest of the weekend that stays mainly dry. Shower and storm activity really starts to get going by Monday, however. It will a be a quiet Saturday evening and overnight as we see some clouds from time to time. Lows will be in the mid to upper 60s with a few spots perhaps di
Madison Central falls in extra innings to South Warren in the quarterfinals of the...
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lady Indians took the top ranked South Warren Spartans to the edge, but ultimately fell 4-3 in the 8th inning of the KHSAA 2026 Softball State Tournament presented by UK HealthCare. South Warren’s Layla Ogden hit a 2-run homer to walk it off in the...
Jessamine County Detention Center warning of phone scam targeting families
Jessamine County Detention Center Jailer Jon Sallee is warning of an ongoing phone scam affecting the Nicholasville community.
$8 Hot Dog and Beer is coming to Kroger Field this fall
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW via LEX NEWS) — University of Kentucky fans will pay significantly less for food and drinks at campus venues starting July 1 as part of a new enterprise services partnership. The University of Kentucky will reduce concession prices by 20% to 40% for...
Building Hope: 2026 St. Jude Dream Home under construction in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The 2026 St. Jude Dream Home is under construction off Meadowlark Road in the Home Place neighborhood. June 11 is a milestone for this year’s build when floor signing day will be celebrated. Tickets for a chance to win the new home by Mulberry Builders...
Man who broke into Andy Barr’s campaign HQ has charges dropped
The man who broke into Rep. Andy Barr's Senate campaign headquarters had his charges dropped May 27.
Internet installation project causes water issues in Woodford County
WOODFORD COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - An internet installation project in Woodford County is causing water issues for customers of South Woodford Water District. “We are receiving calls and are aware of the recurring issues with the All Points Broadband internet installation project hitting water lines,” says a Friday night so
Railbird Music Festival expected to draw thousands to Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Thousands of visitors are expected in Lexington this weekend for the Railbird Music Festival at the infield at Red Mile. Railbird officials say they expect up to 45,000 people per day. Kentucky native Tyler Childers and The Lumineers will headline the weekend, along with Zach Top...
This No-Frills Kentucky Cafe Dishes Up Pasta That’s Absolutely Legendary
Sometimes the best meals happen in places that used to smell like motor oil instead of garlic and basil. Pasta Garage Italian Cafe in Lexington is living proof that former automotive shops can become temples of Italian cuisine when the right people get involved. Let’s talk about expectations for a...
‘Identity for a community’: New mural in the works in Historic Georgetown
If you've driven down Broadway Street in Historic Georgetown recently, you've probably noticed a massive mural being painted. It's the ninth one in the area.

















