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Parents jailed after child makes 911 call
CORBIN, Ky. (WYMT) - Two parents are in jail after their child reportedly called the police, thinking the mother was dead. On June 28, police say the girl called, saying that she could not wake her mother up. When police arrived at the home, the girl and her mother Danielle Asher, came to the door. The father, Robert Herren was found later.
Miss Magoffin named People’s Choice
BOWLING GREEN – This week the SI talked with Miss Magoffin County Lauryn Whitaker about her recent run in the Miss Kentucky Scholarship Pageant, where she placed in the top 12 and won the People’s Choice Award. Lauryn Whitaker, 20 years old and a junior at the University...
Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix 2024: Now just a week away
The countdown is on for this year’s Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP) collegiate solar car track event, swiftly followed by the Electrek American Solar Challenge cross-country race. In just one week, teams from universities worldwide will put rubber to track at NCM Motorsports Park, competing to complete as many laps as possible on nothing but solar energy.
Drier and more pleasant weekend
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - An isolated shower is possible as we round out your Friday. Humidity levels do come down a bit tonight and that is going to allow temperatures to bottom out in the upper 60s. THE WEEKEND as a whole is looking great with sunshine and lower...
Officials announce passing of veteran Greenville Fire Department member
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials with the Greenville Fire Department announced the sudden passing of a 50 year veteran of their department on Friday. According to a post, Gregory Martin began his membership with Greenville in the 70s. and he held an inactive role in their training administration. He also spent several years working for […]
Reed Sheppard becomes the highest-drafted player to play at UK and be from Kentucky
Heading into last season, the Kentucky Wildcats had plenty of hype surrounding another No. 1 recruiting class. Of that class, only two players heard their name called at the NBA Draft last week, with Reed Sheppard leading the way, hearing his name called at No. 3 overall to the Houston Rockets.
JURY CONVICTS LONDON, KENTUCKY NATIVE IN LAUREL CIRCUIT COURT ON CHARGES CONNECTED TO A 2023 DRUG RELATED INVESTIGATION
LONDON, KY - Laurel/Knox Commonwealth Attorney Jackie Steele, Laurel County Sheriff John Root, and London Police Chief Chuck Johnson report that on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024, an accused drug trafficker was convicted in a jury trial in Laurel Circuit Court. This case was the result of Laurel County Drug Task Force investigations.
Saturday Headlines: Former Wildcats looking for new NBA homes
A few former Kentucky Wildcats received quite the paycheck this offseason. Recent all-star selection Tyrese Maxey — who also received the Most Improved Player of the Year award this past season — signed a max contract extension worth more than $203 million over five years. Maxey joined Immanuel Quickley and Malik Monk as former Wildcats to sign a contract extension this offseason. Quickley signed a five-year contract worth $175 million with Toronto, while Monk signed a contract worth $78 million (four seasons) with the Kings.
One Dead and Seven Injured in Kentucky Nightclub Shooting
A tragic incident occurred outside the H20 Lounge in Kentucky early Tuesday morning, resulting in the death of one individual and leaving seven others wounded. First responders arrived at the scene at 12:47 a.m., where they found two people with gunshot wounds, as reported by the Louisville Police Metro Department.
Trent Young Leads Every Lap at Paducah for Third Career Summit Modified Win
Eight minutes and one second was all Trent Young needed to win the DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals Feature Friday Night at Paducah International Raceway. Young, 39, of Crofton, KY, led all 25 laps and finished over five seconds ahead of runner-up Cole Falloway for his third career Hell Tour victory. Two of his three wins have now come at Paducah, and he said his familiarity with the track played to his advantage.
New dance club opens on Bardstown Road in the Highlands
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A new club is now open in the Highlands promising a unique experience. The new club, called Atomic, is on Bardstown Road, near Grinstead Drive in the old Wash-o-Rama building. Owners of Atomic said the original plan was for a hotel back in 2016 but...
Motorcycle Crash in Princeton Claims Life of 15-Month-Old Child
Police are investigating a motorcycle wreck in Princeton that claimed the life of a child Friday night. Princeton Assistant Police Chief Shane Allison reported that the accident occurred around 6:45 p.m. near the 300 block of Beverly Lane. He said 47-year-old Joseph Traylor of Princeton was driving a motorcycle with a 15-month-old passenger when the motorcycle ran off the road and struck a telephone pole.
Grant County Farmers' Market starts Third Thursday Events
The Grant County Farmers Market is always a good place to score the best summer has to offer in the way of local produce; it's a great way to support local farmers and artisans. Operating under the motto, "If we don't produce it, we don't sell it," the Farmers' Market...
Community members gather in Lexington to celebrate the life of Jared Suarez
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Emotions ran high today as community members gathered at the Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary in Lexington to mourn the loss of 16-year-old Jared Suarez. West Jessamine High School Principal Brady Thornton said, “Tonight there will be many who are grieving because they...
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