Witnesses say rapper was ‘chasing cars,’ dancing on Kentucky highway: police
It was all part of a music video, according to the rapper.
Closure of La Unica Mexican Grocery in Cardinal Valley
La Unica Mexican Grocery, a cherished store in Cardinal Valley for 35 years, will close due to lease expiration. Owner Juan Esparza and his family face the emotional challenge of closing a business that has built strong community ties. The closure represents a significant loss for customers who have developed...
Second Suspect Arrested in Lexington Teen Shooting Incident
In Lexington, Kentucky, authorities have arrested a second suspect, Anazjae Patton, in connection with a shooting that injured two teenagers. The incident, which occurred in August on Chestnut Ridge Drive, has raised concerns about youth safety. Patton is believed to be one of three individuals involved and was taken...
Prosecutors: Lexington gang members charged in murder-for-hire plot to silence witness
Federal prosecutors said this was no random act of violence; it was a planned hit to silence a witness before he could testify.
Report: FCPS superintendent charged nearly $152K in expenses since 2023
A deeper look at how Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins is spending taxpayer money reveals significant expenses charged to the district.
Xerox confirms workforce reduction following Lexmark acquisition
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) — Xerox confirmed a workforce reduction following its acquisition of Lexington-based Lexmark. The acquisition was announced late last year and was completed back in July. In a statement, a spokesperson for Xerox said the company began employee notifications of workforce reduction. Xerox says...
Calls for Leadership Changes at Fayette County Public Schools
Intensifying calls for the resignations of Superintendent Demetrus Liggins and School Board Chairman Tyler Murphy at Fayette County Public Schools arise amid a concerning budget shortfall and eroding public trust. Lawmakers highlight issues, including an extravagant salary for Liggins and contentious travel expenses,...
Skull found on Indiana riverbank may be over 4,000 years old, coroner says
A human skull dating back millennia was discovered on a riverbank in eastern Indiana, a local coroner announced Oct. 13. Fayette County Coroner Eddie Richardson said a skull found over the summer has been dated back to 2300 B.C., making it approximately 4,270 years old. The announcement was made Monday, coinciding...
Weigh in on proposed rate increases for electric and gas bills
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Public Service Commission is holding a meeting on Tuesday to discuss proposed rate increases for LG&E and KU, electric and gas bills. According to the PSC, the last rate increase was in 2020. KU is asking for an 11 1/2% increase. LG&E...
Neighbors calling for recovery home regulations
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - In Lexington, there are no certification requirements for recovery homes, but after some neighbors expressed their frustrations, that may be changing by late October. “The sooner the ordinance is adopted, the sooner operators can start the licensing process and the sooner we can begin holding...
