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Tri-State families adjust firework plans amid higher prices, still celebrating 4th of July
COVINGTON, Ky. (WKRC) - Lit Fireworks has been operating in Covington for several years, and it draws in people from both sides of the river because it's so convenient. Despite the rain on Thursday, there was a steady stream of people looking to make the most of the 4th of July.
Downed wires reported on Decoursey Pike in Ryland Heights
RYLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. — Downed wires have been reported on Decoursey Pike in Ryland Heights. Kenton County emergency crews are responding to the scene. No damages or injuries have been reported at this time. Click the video player above to watch other headlines from WLWT News 5. This story...
Crash involving a fire hydrant reported on Dixie Highway in Walton
WALTON, Ky. — A crash involving a fire hydrant has been reported on Dixie Highway in Walton. Kenton County emergency crews are responding to the scene. No injuries have been reported at this time. For live traffic updates, click here. Click the video player above to watch other afternoon...
Independence Day celebrations prepare for fireworks across Kentucky and southern Indiana
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — From parades to neighborhood festivals, Independence Day celebrations took place on both sides of the Ohio River on Thursday. Over in Jeffersonville, Indiana the city held its annual 4th of July Parade that went right through downtown. There was no lack of patriotism as both parade participants and spectators were decked out in red, white and blue.
IN, KY rank among the most smoking-addicted states
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A new study has revealed the US states most addicted to smoking, based on the percentage of residents attempting to quit. Both Indiana and Kentucky rank in the top ten for smoking addiction, with a low percentage of current smokers trying to quit. Methodology Researchers explain the study, which was conducted […]
KSP participating in national safe driving campaign
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) – Area state troopers are participating in Operation C.A.R.E. this month. Operation C.A.R.E. stands for Crash Awareness Reduction Effort, a national initiative aimed at focusing law enforcement’s attention on traffic violations. This includes speeding, failure to wear seatbelts, impaired/distracted driving, and commercial vehicle enforcement.
Kentucky, Indiana Counties on Alert for Severe Thunderstorms Until 7 PM
Louisville, KY – A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for parts of northern and northeastern Kentucky until 7 p.m. today. According to the US National Weather Service Wilmington, OH, the watch encompasses major cities including Louisville, Lexington, and Elizabethtown. Several counties in southern Indiana, such as Clark, Floyd, and Harrison, are also under the watch. The advisory warns of potential tornadoes, isolated hail up to quarter size, and scattered wind gusts reaching up to 70 mph.
Kentucky utilities to further study nuclear power possibilities
(The Center Square) – Two Kentucky energy providers say they plan to use federal funding to continue studying whether there are sites in the state that could be suitable for nuclear power generation. In a news release, PPL Corp., which owns Louisville Gas and Electric and Kentucky Utilities, said its subsidiaries will work with representatives from the U.S. Department of Energy and X-Energy, a nuclear design engineering firm, in the assessment. ...
'Safer Kentucky Act' goes into effect July 15; potential impact still being debated
Among the legislation approved during this year's Kentucky General Assembly, many official agree the most significant and longest-lasting may be House Bill 5, termed the "Safer Kentucky Act" by those who proposed it. While officials on all sides of the issue agree that the legislation will have a significant impact,...
Greater Cincinnati nonprofit that works with disabled artists hit with vandalism
NORTHSIDE, Ohio (WKRC) - A local nonprofit is struggling to support the artists they serve after vandals smashed one of the windows on their van. The damage is a major blow to the group and the work they do every day. “It’s very frustrating that this is the start of...
Tracking midday and afternoon strong storm chances for Independence Day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy 4th of July! We are tracking some rain and storm chances as we head into your late morning and afternoon hours today. It won’t be a complete washout today, but have the rain gear handy. The best chance to see rain will be during your late morning and afternoon hours. It’s also going to feel very muggy outside through the day. Intermittent heavy downpours will be possible with any of the storms that go up due to all of that heat and moisture. There is also a severe risk out for all of central and eastern Kentucky. The Storm Prediction Center has added a Level 2 Severe Risk along and north of I-64 and the Bluegrass Parkway. A Level 1 Severe Risk remains in place for the rest of the area. The main severe weather threat will be isolated damaging wind gusts. There is also a quick spin-up tornado threat. It’s again on the lower end, but there could be some rotation that may spark a few warnings. Make sure you are staying Weather Aware throughout the day!
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