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Woman hit by driver in Madisonville
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WEVV) — Authorities in Madisonville say a woman was taken to the hospital on Wednesday after being hit by a driver. It happened at the intersection of East Center Street and Park Avenue just before 10 a.m. Police say a 17-year-old driver was stopped at the light...
Top-ranked Kentucky junior receives offer from UK
New Kentucky coach Mark Pope signed Travis Perry (Lyon County) and Trent Noah (Harlan County) as part of his first recruiting class in 2024. His first 2025 commitment came from 4-star center and top-25 prospect Malachi Moreno (Great Crossing). Now, he's going after the state's top-ranked prospect in 2026. Pope...
Hopkinsville Police seeking information, footage of fatal wreck
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – The Hopkinsville Police Department is seeking public assistance with a traffic incident that resulted in a fatality taking place on Thursday, Aug. 8. The collision occurred at approximately 3:35 p.m. at the intersection of Eagle Way and Pennyrile Parkway, according to HPD. Captain...
Elizabethtown school member resigns after early morning ‘situation’, the district says
ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. (WAVE) - Elizabethtown Independent School District says one of their staff members was removed Tuesday morning right before the start of school. All that was announced on their Facebook page was that a middle school administrator noticed a “situation” with a staff member. The administrator and a school resources officer removed the staff member and addressed the issue.
KY housing shortage will worsen without action, low-income renters most vulnerable, says study
LOUISVILLE — A leader of a national real estate research firm says if no action is taken over the next five years on Kentucky’s housing shortage, more Kentuckians could be forced to live in substandard housing, live with family or friends in crowded spaces, deal with severe housing costs or become homeless.
Sensory Awareness Day provides inclusive experience for Kentucky fairgoers with sensitivities
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Kentucky State Fair welcomes everyone, but on Wednesday it’s a special experience for a few. Wednesday was Sensory Awareness Day at the fair, which means fairgoers with sensory processing differences are given free admission and Thrill Ville Tickets. From 10 a.m. to noon, Thrill Ville operated with minimal light and music to create a comfortable environment.
Hungry Hawks return to State Fair
With a whirlwind of frying pans and kitchen utensils, LaRue County High School’s Junior Chef team recently returned to the Kentucky State Fair for the fifth year. Due to a modification of the 2024 competition style, the overall winner has yet to be released. The Hungry Hawks — comprised...
Andy Beshear's comments about JD Vance's abortion stance create viral controversy
Gov. Andy Beshear's latest attack on vice presidential candidate and Ohio Sen. JD Vance once again drummed up controversy on social media after bringing up the subject of abortion during his Monday night speech at the Democratic National Convention. In a Tuesday interview on MSNBC's "Morning Joe,", Beshear was asked about the Republican...
Taking the first step, BRASS speaks on domestic violence
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – It’s an unfortunate reality for many people, abusive relationships. Though it can be scary, asking for help is the first step to freedom. On the morning of August 19, shots were fired by Christopher Elder, striking and killing his ex-girlfriend Erica Riley as well as her mother. The shooting occurred outside of the Hardin County Justice Center where Riley and Elder were set to have a hearing for an emergency protective order. Before making it into the courthouse, Elder fatally shot Riley and her mother.
Leader of domestic violence prevention coalition reacts to fatal shootings in Hardin County
The CEO of a coalition addressing domestic violence issues says protective order hearings almost always result in some form of tension. She said sometimes it means risks to survivors, court personnel, and advocates.
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