Lexington KY

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - After a busy Saturday afternoon, we have more storm chances in store for the next few days. Our day is starting cooler, with conditions mostly cloudy and in the 70s. Temps will climb into the mid to upper 80s in the afternoon. If you are not caught in an isolated storm, things will feel a bit...

Imagine stepping into a world where your gardening dreams come to life. At King’s Gardens Garden Center in Lexington, KY, that dream becomes a reality. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this center offers an oasis of vibrant plants, expert advice, and all the tools you need to cultivate your...

Police say at 3:49 a.m., they responded to the 900 block of Winchester Road, where they found one person with a life-threatening gunshot wound.

With a total of 430 votes cast across three weekly rounds of polling, Herald-Leader subscribers have named their favorite local barbecue smokehouse. LX BBQ, a newcomer to the city’s barbecue scene known for its Texas-style offerings , was the underdog that left the pack in its dust. Across multiple rounds of voting,...

Addiction recovery centers across Kentucky are facing new challenges after major budget cuts from companies that manage Medicaid.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) -Almost a year ago, Kasey Dickens was stopped at a red light on UK’s campus when a man approached her car and attacked her. On Friday, it all came to an end. “It has been a really, really long and drawn-out process,” she said. “It was...

Andrew Stratton said he is lucky to be alive after a firework accident in late June changed his life forever. Almost a year ago, Kasey Dickens was stopped at a red light on UK’s campus when a man approached her car and attacked her. On Friday, it all came to an end.

Lexington, Kentucky will host its inaugural ‘Legendary Festival of Lights’, featuring dazzling attractions and family-friendly activities. The festival will run from November 21 to January 4, showcasing glowing tunnels, a Christmas tree forest, live nativity, and more, creating a memorable holiday experience for the...

In Richmond, Kentucky, three daycare employees are facing charges related to child abuse, including serious allegations against children aged 12 and under. The investigation uncovered disturbing incidents and evidence of attempts to mislead authorities. Notably, one suspect is on leave from the Fayette County Public...

RICHMOND, Ky. (WKYT) - Records obtained by WKYT Investigates show the Richmond pool where a boy drowned failed an inspection and was forced to close one day after his death. 7-year-old Santino Yancey-Hardwick was found unresponsive at the Paradise Cove Aquatic Center on June 30. “It’s a heartbreaking situation,”...