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Deadly Georgetown police chase crash similar to situation that resulted in passage of Jill’s Law

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Phil Pendleton
A law passed three years ago mandates that Kentucky police agencies have policies regarding chases.

Link2Hope

For some women diagnosed with cancer, the thought of losing their hair can sometimes be...

Wig program is a boost of confidence to women facing cancer

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Amber Philpott
For some women diagnosed with cancer, the thought of losing their hair can sometimes be overwhelming.

News

The Fayette County coroner says 14-year-old Jaxon Keller died of a gunshot wound.

Kentucky teen dies after being shot over the weekend

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By WKYT News Staff
A Rowan County teen is dead after he was shot over the weekend.

Regional

jobs

New jobs coming to Garrard County

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By WKYT News Staff
More than two dozen new jobs are coming to Garrard County.

Lexington

Mobile Market set to bring fresh food to several Lexington neighborhoods

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By WKYT News Staff
The new program, aimed at bringing fresh food to under-served areas of the city over the summer, is a partnership with Kroger and God’s Pantry Food Bank.

Good Question

Good Question: Is there a designated order of vehicles in a fallen officer escort procession?

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Victor Puente
It’s a somber sight, a police procession following the death of an officer. One viewer had a question about them.

News

Sheangshang pleads not guilty to murder of Deputy Caleb Conley

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Mariah Congedo
Steven Sheangshang appeared via video. He entered a plea of not guilty to all six Scott County charges he’s facing at his arraignment.

News

Watchdog group grades Lexington hospitals; only one scores an A

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By WKYT News Staff
Four Lexington hospitals received C's.

Regional

Injured hiker rescued in Wolfe County

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Brandon Robinson
Around 1 p.m. Monday, Wolfe County Search and Rescue received a 911 call from a woman on Rock Bridge Trail.

News

Police name suspect in deadly Georgetown police chase crash

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By WKYT News Staff and Jeremy Tombs
The suspected intoxicated driver involved in the crash is expected to recover.
7 Day Forecast
7 Day Forecast

News

Lexington residents can’t get back inside apartment after sprinkler issues

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By WKYT News Staff
Lexington residents can’t back inside apartment after sprinkler issues

News

Friends of Maple Grove help families reconnect with ancestors in historic cemetery

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Grason Passmore
That’s exactly what Judy Greene-Baker and Effie Fields are doing at Maple Grove Cemetery Monday. Along with nine other volunteers, they’ve taken it upon themselves to document the time between each person’s birthdate and their death date, telling the stories of their lives.

News

Lexington teenager to represent USA in Special Olympic World Games

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Alexa Wingate
Lexington teenager to represent USA in Special Olympic World Games

News

Teen dies after car drives into water at Lake Cumberland

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 4:21 PM EDT
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By Phil Pendleton
Officials in Russell County are investigating the death of a teenager at Lake Cumberland.

News

Bond between horse and Madison Co. teen has the makings of a movie

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 4:14 PM EDT
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By Amber Philpott
We have a follow up to a story we first brought you back in November about a horse running Breeders Cup weekend and its special bond with a Madison County teenager. What Cody's Wish has done on the track has made headlines, but perhaps it's what that bond has done for 17-year-old Cody Dorman off the track that has the makings of a Hollywood movie.

Lexington

Lexington’s latest homicide has people talking about downtown safety

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 3:32 PM EDT
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By Lucy Bryson
Lexington police are investigating a deadly shooting over the weekend.

Lexington

Lexington city official accused of stalking

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 3:01 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
A Lexington city official is facing stalking charges.

Regional

Weekend incident leaves middle school student dead

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 1:24 PM EDT
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By Brandon Robinson and WKYT News Staff
The Rowan County coroner’s office confirms the student was airlifted to UK Hospital, where he later died.

News

Kentucky veterans, service members walk a symbolic 22 miles on Memorial Day

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 12:27 PM EDT
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By Mariah Congedo
A group of veterans and members of the armed services walked from Richmond to Winchester on Memorial Day to bring awareness to veteran suicide.

News

Kentucky guardsmen who died in the line of duty honored during Frankfort ceremony

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 12:07 PM EDT
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By Samantha Valentino
Kentucky officials honored those who have died in the line of duty by adding five names to the Kentucky National Guard Memorial in Frankfort during a Memorial Day ceremony.

Weather

Jim Caldwell’s Forecast | Small daily rain chances this week

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 7:29 AM EDT
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By Jim Caldwell
Most of you will be dry this week but small rain chances can’t be ruled out.

News

Concern grows over violence in downtown Lexington after deadly shooting

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 9:46 PM EDT
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By Lucy Bryson
Police are investigating a shooting early Sunday morning that led to the death of 35 year old victim Kevin Reel.

News

Fundraiser brings communities together to support Deputy Caleb Conley’s family

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 9:44 PM EDT
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By Julia Sandor
Their games are going to bring people together to honor and remember Scott County Deputy Caleb Conley.

News

Johnson County mourns loss of long-time community volunteer

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 4:57 PM EDT
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By Alyssa Williams
Numerous Johnson Countians are mourning the loss of someone who was a pillar of their community.

Regional

Scott County group honors fallen veterans

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 3:17 PM EDT
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By Samantha Valentino
A group of Scott County veterans spent their Sunday visiting cemeteries.

News

EKY road crews working on ‘intensified’ repairs after flooding last summer

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 2:58 PM EDT
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By Chandler Wilcox
Road construction season is underway in Eastern Kentucky, and crews are anticipating more repairs than normal.

Lexington

Lexington police investigate fatal downtown shooting; suspect arrested

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 7:10 AM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
Lexington police are investigating a deadly overnight shooting in Lexington.

News

Ohio officer charged with reckless homicide resigns; investigation ongoing, police say

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 10:24 PM EDT
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By FOX19 Digital Staff
The former Ripley officer faces three felony charges, including reckless homicide.

News

Car crashes into Lexington business

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 10:19 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
Police are investigating a vehicle collision into a business today in lexington.

News

Wolfe Co. Search & Rescue share safety tips following accidents at Red River Gorge

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 10:12 PM EDT
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By Julia Sandor
In 2023, the Wolfe County Search and Rescue team have already reached 35 rescue missions.

News

45th Horsey Hundred benefits Georgetown’s economy

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 9:21 PM EDT
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By Lucy Bryson
The Horsey Hundred bike ride is back this weekend. Nearly 2,000 cyclists will hit the roads of Scott County and beyond, and that increase in foot traffic is helping Georgetown small businesses.

Breaking

3-year-old dies after being struck by car

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 8:18 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

News

94 year-old among 2023 graduating class

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 7:49 PM EDT
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By Kimberly Keagy
The 94-year-old went to the school from 1937 to 1948, but left before her senior year to start a family.

News

Churchill Downs releases statement following 12th horse death

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 7:04 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
In Saturday’s first race, Kimberly Dream received a significant injury to her left front leg, according to Churchill Downs officials.

News

Folks across the Big Sandy gather for Memorial Day Weekend

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 6:22 PM EDT
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By Jordan Mullins
Folks were out in bunches to enjoy family time and festivities over Memorial Day Weekend.

News

Governor Beshear orders flags to half-staff for Memorial Day

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 5:55 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
Beshear encourages all individuals, businesses, organizations and government agencies to join in this tribute.

News

Flags laid at Camp Nelson National Cemetery ahead of Memorial Day

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 5:08 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
This weekend, volunteers came out to pay their respects and ensure that the sacrifice of these heroes, is never forgotten.

News

Nearly 200 students graduate from Transylvania University

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 1:36 PM EDT
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By Samantha Valentino
Nearly 200 students graduate from Transylvania University

Regional

Injured hiker rescued in Wolfe County

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 11:58 AM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
A hiker in Wolfe County was taken to the hospital after suffering from a leg injury on Friday evening.

State

Teenager pronounced dead at Lake Cumberland

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 10:38 AM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
Officials in Russell County are investigating the death of a teenager at Lake Cumberland.

News

Churchill Downs confirms horse death after race

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 10:48 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
Lost in Limbo significantly injured his left front leg near the finish of Friday’s seventh race

Lexington

Pool season officially kicks off in Lexington

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 10:45 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
Lexington pools open this weekend, and on Friday, they unveiled a new attraction.

State

Over 400,000 Kentuckians expected to travel Memorial Day weekend

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 10:02 PM EDT
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By Julia Sandor
More than 430,000 Kentuckians are expected to travel this holiday weekend, according to AAA of the Bluegrass, and they say 90% of them will hit the roads.

Regional

Lawsuit accuses Rowan Co. School board, superintendent, principal, of failing to investigate sexual abuse claims

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 9:37 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff and Grason Passmore
A Rowan County teacher and coach is accused of inappropriate sexual misconduct with a student.

News

Police: One dead, two injured after Rowan Co. crash

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 7:51 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
One person is dead, and two people are injured after a Rowan County crash, according to the sheriff’s office.

Crime

Joint investigation leads to arrest of reported Corbin fentanyl trafficker

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 7:50 PM EDT
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By Courtney Layne Brewer
A joint investigation by the Laurel County Drug Task Force and Whitley County Sheriff’s Department led to the arrest of a reported fentanyl trafficker.

News

Lexington Dream Factory grants Mt. Sterling teen’s unique wish

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:10 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
The Lexington Dream Factory has granted a rather unique dream for one Mt. Sterling teen.

Crime

Whitley Co. attorney representing a client in ongoing trial arrested on DUI charges

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:42 PM EDT
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By Samantha Valentino
A Whitley County attorney currently representing a client in a trial was arrested on DUI charges on Wednesday.

Regional

‘Buckhorn is a family’: Buckhorn High School celebrates historic graduation

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:34 PM EDT
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By Keaton Hall
The graduation is also an important day for the students, who have had to endure a lot in their four years.

Regional

Family shares heartfelt moment as Louisville Zoo orangutan asks to see newborn

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:21 PM EDT
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By Dustin Vogt
One family’s video from the Louisville Zoo is going viral, showcasing a cute moment between an orangutan and a couple’s newborn baby.
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