Record-breaking Kentucky Powerball winner now facing new drug charge
James Farthing, the winner of Kentucky's record-breaking Powerball jackpot in 2025, is now facing a new drug charge in connection to a February 11 incident at a home in Georgetown.
Central Kentucky leaders break ground on regional industrial park
BEREA, Ky. (WKYT) - Business and elected leaders in Scott County, Fayette County and Madison County broke ground Thursday on a new regional business park. Leaders say the “Triple Crown” Industrial Park is the Bluegrass’ first regional business park. It’s a partnership between Scott, Madison and Fayette counties.
The Firefighter-Themed Restaurant in Kentucky That Will Leave You Smiling From Ear to Ear
If you love restaurants with personality, Halligans Bar and Grill in Lexington is the kind of place that instantly stands out. This firefighter-themed spot mixes playful charm, community spirit, and a relaxed bar-and-grill vibe that feels easy to enjoy. From the first look at the decor to the last bite...
UK, FCPS affected by ongoing Canvas cyberattack
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - platform used by universities and school systems across the United States has been targeted in a cyberattack. Canvas is a popular cloud-based digital learning platform used by both the University of Kentucky and Fayette County Public Schools. UK has acknowledged the issue in a social media...
In-person worship climbs for first time in a generation
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Church pews are filling up again across America for the first time in 25 years. A study released last month by the Hartford Institute for Religion Research shows that in-person attendance has climbed back to 70 worshippers per congregation, up from a COVID low. However, attendance is still short of the 137 seen pre-pandemic.
Family remembers Brian Switzer one week after deadly shooting
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - It’s been one week since a deadly bank shooting claimed the lives of Brian Switzer and Breanna Edwards. It was what seemed to be a regular Thursday when 35-year-old Brian Switzer’s story ended during what police say was a senseless act of violence. “We...
Lexington police investigating string of three overnight robberies
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lexington Police Department is investigating a string of three overnight robberies. Officers responded to three personal robberies at 11:18 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, where police said unknown, armed suspects took items from the victims. According to police, the robbers were armed with guns, and...
Lexington bookstore proposal goes viral
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A marriage proposal at Joseph-Beth Booksellers in Lexington Green was captured on video and has gone viral on social media. Kierce, 21, recorded the moment her boyfriend Joseph proposed to her at the bookstore. Joseph played their song “Anchor” by Novo Amor with a recorded message over the P.A. system.
Kentucky health professionals assess hantavirus risk as states monitor cruise ship passengers
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Georgia Department of Public Health is monitoring two people who returned home from a cruise ship where a hantavirus outbreak was reported, according to CBS News. Both people are in good health with no signs of infection. At least two other states, California and Arizona,...
Lexington Children’s Museum receives $5.8 million in funding for new facility
The Lexington Children's Museum received $5.8 million this spring thanks to the General Assembly. Director Colby Ernest tells LEX 18 the funding was desperately needed to go towards a new facility.
