More than half a million Kentuckians could lose their SNAP benefits at the end...
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - People who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, might not see a deposit on their benefits card come November. Governor Andy Beshear announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has not authorized SNAP funding for November due to the federal government shutdown,...
Lineup released for 2026 Railbird Music Festival
Tyler Childers and The Lumineers will headline the 2026 Railbird Music Festival on June 6-7.
Severe Weather Hits Lexington, Kentucky with Cold Front
Lexington, Kentucky is experiencing severe weather as a powerful cold front moves through the area, bringing strong winds and a significant temperature drop. A Wind Advisory is in effect with gusts expected up to 40 mph. Residents are advised to take precautions, such as securing outdoor items and driving cautiously,...
University of Kentucky police seek volunteers for campus crisis drill
The University of Kentucky Police Department is recruiting community volunteers to participate in a full-scale crisis training exercise scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 20.
Georgetown police enforce traffic violations along I-75
In Georgetown, police have identified a dangerous stretch of I-75, causing officers to take action.
Sir Barton Way reopens after broken down semi-truck stops traffic
All inbound lanes on Winchester Road are closed at Sir Barton Way as crews work to offload a fully loaded trailer from a broken down semi-truck at Patchen Wilkes Drive on Monday.
Chemical spill contained at Vestis facility in Lexington on Versailles Road
Monday around 9:30 a.m., emergency crews responded to a chemical spill at Vestis, a uniform and workplace supply factory located on Versailles Road in Lexington.
Lexington leaders encourage prayer in light of federal policy challenges
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Erica Davenport is used to making baked goods and hot, cooked meals for big crowds. But to start the week, the Georgetown resident was in Lexington as her nonprofit Turning Insecurities to Opportunities teamed up with the group National Social Justice for the Poor - Repairers of the Breach for "Moral...
Mark Pope gave a positive update on Jaland Lowe’s scary shoulder injury
It seems like Kentucky avoided the worst with Jaland Lowe's injury.
KU now seeking lower rate hike, following deal with intervening parties
KU and LG&E have filed a new settlement proposal with the Kentucky Public Service Commission, which oversees utility rates in the state. Under the latest proposal, KU would receive a $132 million increase for electric service, down from an original ask of $226 million. The average customer would see an increase of $9...
