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2017

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Coroner: Both Victims Died In Separate Lexington Shootings

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legal) – The Fayette County Coroner says two victims have died in two separate shootings in Lexington over the last twenty four hours. The very first shooting happened around 11:30p.m. Saturday night in the four hundred block of East Sixth Street near Chestnut Street. Police say a man was found lounging in the street with a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, and later died. The name of that victim has not been released, but the deputy coroner tells .

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legitimate) – The Fayette County Coroner says two victims have died in two separate shootings in Lexington over the last twenty four hours. The very first shooting happened around 11:30p.m. Saturday night in the four hundred block of East Sixth Street near Chestnut Street. Police say a man was found lounging in the street with a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, and later died. The name of that victim has not been released, but the deputy coroner tells .

Last Pool Day Of The Season

Labor Day Sales You Don’t Want To Miss

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legitimate)– It goes without telling that everyone who is off on Labor Day is finding a way to make the most of it. If you’re looking for good deals, look no further. We have done the hard work for you and compiled a list of some of the sales going on Monday. Sleep Number: Sleep Number is suggesting steep discounts on all of its mattress, including 50% off a limited-edition model. Target: Save an extra 15% off furniture and décor accessories .

one Motorcyclist Killed, three Injured In Crash

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE Three) – A motorcyclist is dead following a crash that happened late Sunday night on East Broadway. Emergency crews were called to the area of Broadway and Hancock Street at about eleven p.m. They found several motorcyclists who had been hit by a car. One was pronounced dead at the scene and two others were taken to University of Louisville Hospital with serious injuries. Witnesses told police the car, a white Chevy Impala, turned left from the eastbound lanes of.

Searing Man Attendee Dies After Running Into Flames

L.A. Votes To Substitute Columbus Day With Indigenous Peoples Day

LOS ANGELES, Cali. (AP) – The City Council has voted to substitute Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day as an official Los Angeles holiday. Councilmembers voted 14-1 to make the 2nd Monday in October a day to commemorate indigenous, aboriginal and native people. It will be a paid holiday for city employees. Councilman Mitch O’F.

Two Arrested In Connection To Break-Ins

Kentucky’s Last Abortion Clinic To Face Off Against Governor

Daughters Want To Find Way To Honor Father’s Memory, Service At UK Basketball Game

By LARRY VAUGHT About two months ago Kambri and Aubry Bivins, ages twelve and Ten, lost their father, Eric Scott Bivins, as a result of PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) from his military service in the Army. Bivins was a Kentucky basketball fan. He grew up in Greenville, Ky., and went to school at one time with former UK basketball player Patrick Sparks. He had over two hundred UK hats at the time of his passing and most were given out to those who attended his funeral. Obviously, his wifey.

Prince William And Kate Expecting 3rd Child, Royal Officials Say

LONDON (NBC News) – Britain’s Prince William and his wifey, Kate, are expecting a third child, royal officials announced Monday after she canceled a public engagement due to morning sickness. The duo, who are formally titled the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, already have two children – Prince George, four, and Princess Charlotte, two. «The queen and members of both families are delighted with the news,» Kensington Palace said in a statement.

Three People Hurt In Cincinnati Gunfight

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WLWT) – Three people were hurt in a Sunday afternoon gunfight in West End, Cincinnati police said. WLWT is reporting the shooting happened around Three:30 p.m. in the nine hundred block of West Liberty Street. Police described it as a large crime scene, and the investigation is centered around nearby basketball courts. Police said numerous shots were fired, and three people were wounded. One victim drove himself to University of Cincinnati Medical Center for treatment and .

Four Injured In Possible Road Rage Incident, Shooting

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) – Louisville Police responded to a report of a shooting in Buechel that may have stemmed from a road rage incident. LMPD confirmed the call came in at 9:08 p.m. of a person shot at Watterson Trail and Bardstown Road on Saturday night. WAVE three News reports the agency later confirmed four people were injured. Two adults and two children appeared to sustain gunshot wounds and glass shrapnel injuries, police said. Detective Vadim Dale told WAVE three News .

Advocacy Groups Call For Removal Of Tilghman Statue

Two More Arrested In Connection With Alleged Kidnapping

HENDERSON COUNTY, Ky. (SURF KY NEWS) – Police have arrested two more people in connection with an alleged kidnapping in Henderson County on eclipse day. Surf KY News is reporting that Jacob Forest, 29, of Henderson was arrested as his home Thursday. He was charged with kidnapping an adult and first-degree wanton endangerment. Jessica Caterina, 24, of Evansville, was also arrested in connection with the investigation. Caterina was charged with kidnapping and first-degree wa.

Officials Investigate Deadly Boating Accident

LAKE CUMBERLAND, Ky. (LEX Legal)– Officials have confirmed there was a boating accident Sunday morning on Lake Cumberland. It happened around two a.m. during a fishing tournament. The Pulaski County Coroner confirms that one person is dead and a Somerset Police Officer is injured. We will update the story as more information comes in.

Frustration Mounts Over Premiums For Individual Health Plans

Deputies Investigating Deadly Crash In Daviess County

Numerous Lane Closures Schedule For I-75 This Week

Teenage Arrested After Suspect In Deadly Frankfort Shooting Turns Himself In

FRANKFORT, Ky. (The State Journal)– An arrest has been made after a deadly shooting. The shooting happened last Monday night outside Hickory Hills Manor, where 24-year-old Christian Fowler was shot and killed. Officials say 23-year-old Shaquille Youthfull turned himself in Saturday afternoon, and was arrested and charged with the murder. He’s presently being held on $500,000 bond.

FRANKFORT, Ky. (The State Journal)– An arrest has been made after a deadly shooting. The shooting happened last Monday night outside Hickory Hills Manor, where 24-year-old Christian Fowler was shot and killed. Officials say 23-year-old Shaquille Youthful turned himself in Saturday afternoon, and was arrested and charged with the murder. He’s presently being held on $500,000 bond.

10-year-old Describes Hammerings, Starvation; three Arrested

10-year-old Describes Hittings, Starvation; three Arrested

Tracking a Summer-like Labor Day

Dozens Of Oregon Hikers Rescued Amid Wildfires

Mattis: North Korea Threat Would Bring Massive Military Response

Cincinnati Zoo’s Two Month Old Crimson Panda Cub Gets Check-Up

Fresh Floods Possible In West Houston Amid Harvey Recovery

London Police Arrest Man For Forcing His Way In, Using Overwhelm Gun On Woman

London Police Arrest Man For Forcing His Way In, Using Numb Gun On Woman

Intensely Tattooed Escaped Inmate Found In Pennsylvania

Strongly Tattooed Escaped Inmate Found In Pennsylvania

Labor Day: A Celebration Of Hard Work

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Labor Day for many Americans means a long weekend, the unofficial end of summer, and amazing sales, but what does the holiday actually represent? According to United States Department of Labor, the holiday is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. For those interested in the history of the holiday, the DOL has gathered some facts: Labor Day Legislation Through the y.

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Police Investigate 2nd Shooting In One Day

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legal)– Police have confirmed they are investigating a 2nd shooting in the city Sunday morning. Officials responded around 8:50 a.m. to the Eastridge Apartments off Alumni Drive. They say a woman walking through the apartment sophisticated found a man in a ditch with an apparent gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. There is presently no suspect in custody.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legitimate)– Police have confirmed they are investigating a 2nd shooting in the city Sunday morning. Officials responded around 8:50 a.m. to the Eastridge Apartments off Alumni Drive. They say a woman walking through the apartment sophisticated found a man in a ditch with an apparent gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. There is presently no suspect in custody.

Record-Breaking Astronaut Peggy Whitson Comes back To Earth

Deadly Crash Closes Section Of Interstate

BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legitimate)– One lane of southbound I-71 is shut down following a deadly crash involving a semi.

The Transportation Cabinet says the crash happened just after midnight near mile marker 72.

The southbound lane, inbetween mile markers sixty nine to seventy two is shut down.

Northbound is not affected.

BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legal)– A deadly crash involving a semi shut down part of the interstate for hours Saturday morning.

The Transportation Cabinet says the crash happened just after midnight near mile marker 72.

The southbound lanes, inbetween mile markers sixty nine to 72, were shut down until after six a.m.

Police: Man Headbutts Woman In Face

ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. (The News-Enterprise)– A man was arrested Friday after he allegedly headbutted a woman in the face, cracking her nose in four places. The arrest occurred on West Dixie Avenue, where Kyle Degraphenreed, 36, was arguing with the same woman, according to an arrest citation and warrant. According to an arrest warrant, Degraphenreed became angry with the woman last month when she told him she had found another place to live. He grabbed a cellphon.

ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. (The News-Enterprise)– A man was arrested Friday after he allegedly headbutted a woman in the face, violating her nose in four places. The arrest occurred on West Dixie Avenue, where Kyle Degraphenreed, 36, was arguing with the same woman, according to an arrest citation and warrant. According to an arrest warrant, Degraphenreed became angry with the woman last month when she told him she had found another place to live. He grabbed a cellphon.

Wounded Man Found In Street

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Eighteen)– A man is in the hospital after he was found lounging in the street with a gunshot wound. It happened around 11:30 Saturday night in the four hundred block of East Sixth Street near Chestnut Street. Police say the victim had serious injuries and was taken to the hospital. They say they found numerous shell casings, but could not release what type of gun was used in the crime. East Sixth was shut down from 11:30 p.m. until about Four:45 a.m. Sunday morning .

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legal)– A man is in the hospital after he was found lounging in the street with a gunshot wound. It happened around 11:30 Saturday night in the four hundred block of East Sixth Street near Chestnut Street. Police say the victim had serious injuries and was taken to the hospital. They say they found numerous shell casings, but could not release what type of gun was used in the crime. East Sixth was shut down from 11:30 p.m. until about Four:45 a.m. Sunday morning .

UK Fans Feast Wildcats Win At Kroger Field Observe Party

UK Fans Feast Wildcats Win At Kroger Field Witness Party

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Eighteen) – The game may not have been here at home but that didn’t stop cats fan from cheering on the team at Kroger Field. Through the cheers and frustration, UK alumni held a witness party where optimism for the season was high. And even tho’ the team was away Saturday, fans didn’t let that stop their excitement. “We can have a magical season in football this year so it worked out superb with the very first game being away. So we dreamed to bring people in,» s.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legal) – The game may not have been here at home but that didn’t stop cats fan from cheering on the team at Kroger Field. Through the cheers and frustration, UK alumni held a observe party where optimism for the season was high. And even however the team was away Saturday, fans didn’t let that stop their excitement. “We can have a magical season in football this year so it worked out excellent with the very first game being away. So we dreamed to bring people in,» s.

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KY Veterans Head To Houston To Help Flood Victims

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legitimate) – A group of central Kentuckians who spent years serving their country, say their service isn’t over yet. They`re headed to Texas on Sunday to help those who lost everything. The four friends are getting together to help those impacted by Hurricane Harvey. «Basically telling he had a calling from God and it was like weighing mighty on his heart that these people had went through so much, had lost so much and that were still continuing to go thro.

Frankfort Police Department Investigating Homicide

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legal) – The Frankfort Police Department is investigating a man found shot to death Saturday. Reportedly police were called to the seven hundred block of Forest Hill Dr. in Frankfort around 12:00p.m. where they found a man dead outside. The Franklin County Coroner’s Office stated in a release that they have identified the victim as Michael S. Gaines, 39, of Frankfort. Reportedly he was pronounced dead on scene from numerous gunshot wounds. Police are the coroner.

Kids In Need Shop With Firefighters

Kentucky Native Comes back To See Devastation To Home In Port Aransas, TX

Kentucky Native Comebacks To See Devastation To Home In Port Aransas, TX

PORT ARANSAS, Tx. (LEX Legal) – Texas might not be best known for its beaches, but there are slew of people who have made fresh homes on the Gulf Coast there, including one Kentucky native who lost everything when Hurricane Harvey hit. Everyone affected by Hurricane Harvey has a different story to tell. The topics are similar, the specifics are unique. Roland Gonzales is a vacationer in Port Aransas, Texas. «Well, so far, the situation we’ve come across is our RV was origin.

PORT ARANSAS, Tx. (LEX Legitimate) – Texas might not be best known for its beaches, but there are slew of people who have made fresh homes on the Gulf Coast there, including one Kentucky native who lost everything when Hurricane Harvey hit. Everyone affected by Hurricane Harvey has a different story to tell. The topics are similar, the specifics are unique. Roland Gonzales is a vacationer in Port Aransas, Texas. «Well, so far, the situation we’ve come across is our RV was origin.

Person Trapped Under Vehicle After Motorcycle, Truck Crash In Louisville

Six People Injured When Postal Van, SUV Crash In Indiana

Boil Water Advisory Issued In Rockcastle County

6-year-old Battling Cancer Runs For Touchdown At Ohio Football Game

AP Sensational: Toxic waste sites flooded, EPA not on scene

AP Off the hook: Toxic waste sites flooded, EPA not on scene

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Pulaski County Official Involved In Accidental Shooting

Four Volunteer Firefighters Charged With Arson

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Trump Seeks An Initial $7.9 Billion In Harvey Aid

Utility Truck Driver Killed In Traffic Accident Identified

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legal)– A fatal accident closed the interstate for a duo hours Friday. It happened around Ten:42 a.m. on southbound I-75 near the thirty eight mile marker. A Honda van that was traveling south, hydroplaned and hit a wall. A tractor trailer slowed down and attempted to avoid the van, then a utility truck slammed into the tractor trailer. The driver of the utility truck died. The truck is from Stanley Pipeline out of Winchester.&nb.

Man Accused Of Conspiring To Kill Virginia Judge

PIKE COUNTY, Ky. (EKB)– A man is in trouble yet again after officials say he attempted to have a Virginia judge killed. According to EKB, 37-year-old Tommy Engel was serving time in the Pike County Detention Center after he allegedly caught a business and numerous cars on fire. While serving time for those arson charges, officials say he developed a plan to have that prosecutor, who is now a judge, injured or killed. He has now been charged with retali.

Man Injured When Bicycle Struck By Truck

Opioid Junkies Score Drugs From The Local Vet

Kim Kardashian West Slammed For Jackie Onassis Photoshoot

UK Alumni Club Hosts See Party

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legal)– If you’re looking for a place to see the very first football game of the two thousand seventeen season, the UK Alumni Club is hosting a see party at Kroger Field. The group will be watching the game inwards the Woodford Reserve Club. The game will also be shown on the endzone scoreboards.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Eighteen)– If you’re looking for a place to see the very first football game of the two thousand seventeen season, the UK Alumni Club is hosting a witness party at Kroger Field. The group will be watching the game inwards the Woodford Reserve Club. The game will also be shown on the endzone scoreboards.

Emergency Management Asks County To Conserve Electrical play

KSP Request Assistance In Search For Man

One Killed, Two Injured In Crash

BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legal)– One person is dead and two others are hurt after a crash Friday afternoon. It happened around 6:30 p.m. on US twenty five in Walton. The sheriff says Charles Miles, 48, was headed southbound on US twenty five when he crossed into oncoming traffic and hit another car head on. Miles was pronounced dead at the scene while the two others were taken to the hospital with what we’re told are non-life menacing injuries. Officials say Mil.

BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legitimate)– One person is dead and two others are hurt after a crash Friday afternoon. It happened around 6:30 p.m. on US twenty five in Walton. The sheriff says Charles Miles, 48, was headed southbound on US twenty five when he crossed into oncoming traffic and hit another car head on. Miles was pronounced dead at the scene while the two others were taken to the hospital with what we’re told are non-life menacing injuries. Officials say Mil.

Man Arrested For Alleged Brunt On Minor

Man Arrested For Alleged Attack On Minor

MIDDLESBORO, Ky. (WRIL)– An quarrel after a football game has resulted in the arrest of a team staff member. Willford Shell, 61, was arrested and lodged in the Clay County Detention Center charged with fourth-degree brunt on a minor.

Woman, Baby Taken To Hospital After Scott Co. Crash

Take Extra Precautions In Gorge This Weekend

(LEX Legitimate) Search and Rescue teams are asking people planning a tour to the Crimson Sea Gorge this weekend to take extra precautions as it could be a dangerous place when moist and muddy. The Powell County Search and Rescue team thinks that rain and mud could especially cause trouble for people not wearing the right footwear. The team said it is good to stay away from cliffs and areas with water. Campground owners in the area told LEX eighteen that they don’t expect many people to hike the G.

(LEX Legal) Search and Rescue teams are asking people planning a journey to the Crimson Sea Gorge this weekend to take extra precautions as it could be a dangerous place when moist and muddy. The Powell County Search and Rescue team thinks that rain and mud could especially cause trouble for people not wearing the right footwear. The team said it is good to stay away from cliffs and areas with water. Campground owners in the area told LEX eighteen that they don’t expect many people to hike the G.

Trial Of Man Accused Of Killing Woman Is Moved From County

Trial Of Man Accused Of Killing Lady Is Moved From County

Yearbook Photo Causes Controversy

CORBIN, Ky (LEX Eighteen) Corbin High School is looking into a controversial photo in the school’s yearbook that many are calling racially insensitive. In the superlative photo for the ‘Worst Case of Senioritis’, the boy in the photo is seen holding a noose around the neck of the doll. Viewers tell LEX eighteen that the skin tones of the two students featured in the photo emerge to have been darkened on purpose. Officials from the school district sent LEX eighteen a statement telling that .

CORBIN, Ky (LEX Eighteen) Corbin High School is looking into a controversial photo in the school’s yearbook that many are calling racially insensitive. In the superlative photo for the ‘Worst Case of Senioritis’, the boy in the photo is seen holding a noose around the neck of the damsel. Viewers tell LEX eighteen that the skin tones of the two students featured in the photo emerge to have been darkened on purpose. Officials from the school district sent LEX eighteen a statement telling that .

Police: Man Steals Box Containing Cartons Of Cigarettes

Lexington Diocese Organizing Supply Fundraiser

High Water Rescue In Anderson Co.

ANDERSON COUNTY, Ky (LEX Legitimate) Rice Road in Anderson County is prone to flooding and lots of water rescues. While covering a story about mighty rains and floodwaters Friday, LEX eighteen witnessed a good samaritan in a truck pull another truck that had attempted to cross a flooded road. The driver of the crimson truck told LEX eighteen that his truck engine died as he was attempting to drive across the road. Fortunately, he called a friend who managed to pull him to safety. The good samaritan said this w.

ANDERSON COUNTY, Ky (LEX Legal) Rice Road in Anderson County is prone to flooding and lots of water rescues. While covering a story about mighty rains and floodwaters Friday, LEX eighteen witnessed a good samaritan in a truck pull another truck that had attempted to cross a flooded road. The driver of the crimson truck told LEX eighteen that his truck engine died as he was attempting to drive across the road. Fortunately, he called a friend who managed to pull him to safety. The good samaritan said this w.

Police Identify Man Caught On Camera Attempting To Steal Motorcycle, Crashing It

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX Legal) Lexington Police have identified a man caught on camera attempting to steal a motorcycle and then crashing it into a building soon after.

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX Eighteen) Lexington Police have identified a man caught on camera attempting to steal a motorcycle and then crashing it into a building soon after.

Crimson, White, And Boom Will Go On

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX Eighteen) Despite the rain expected Friday, organizers of the Crimson, White, and Boom musical festival say that the demonstrate will go on. The annual concert is put on by 98.1 “The Bull” radio station. Their Facebook page says that the demonstrate will happen this weekend at Whitaker Bank Ballpark rain or shine. There could be delays and acts may be cut brief in case of lightning. The shows commence at five on Friday.

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX Legal) Despite the rain expected Friday, organizers of the Crimson, White, and Boom musical festival say that the display will go on. The annual concert is put on by 98.1 “The Bull” radio station. Their Facebook page says that the demonstrate will happen this weekend at Whitaker Bank Ballpark rain or shine. There could be delays and acts may be cut brief in case of lightning. The shows embark at five on Friday.

Vigil Scheduled For Church Murder Victim

PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legitimate)– A prayer vigil is being organized in memory of a woman found murdered last week at a church. The bod of 70-year-old Ruthie Carolyn Fresh was found in the activity center of the Denham Street Baptist Church. Police are search for Dwight Bellas a person of interest in the case. The Commonwealth Journal reports the vigil will be Monday afternoon at five at the Fountain Plaza of the Pulaski County Judicial Center in Somerset.

PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Eighteen)– A prayer vigil is being organized in memory of a woman found murdered last week at a church. The figure of 70-year-old Ruthie Carolyn Fresh was found in the activity center of the Denham Street Baptist Church. Police are search for Dwight Bellas a person of interest in the case. The Commonwealth Journal reports the vigil will be Monday afternoon at five at the Fountain Plaza of the Pulaski County Judicial Center in Somerset.

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Wind Advisory Issued For Lexington

Rain From Harvey Hits Hard In Western Ky.

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (LEX Eighteen)– Some cities in the Bluegrass are already getting hit hard by rain from Hurricane Harvey. Warren County Emergency Management said the rain began seven p.m. Thursday night and began to lighten up Friday morning. Right now rain totals vary, but the highest amounts collected are Five.75 inches.They expect to get another four inches across the day. Officials say there haven’t been any intense.

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (LEX Legitimate)– Some cities in the Bluegrass are already getting hit hard by rain from Hurricane Harvey. Warren County Emergency Management said the rain embarked seven p.m. Thursday night and began to lighten up Friday morning. Right now rain totals vary, but the highest amounts collected are Five.75 inches.They expect to get another four inches via the day. Officials say there haven’t been any powerful.

Andy Beshear Warns Of Hurricane Harvey Scams

FRANKFORT, Ky (LEX Legitimate) Attorney General Andy Beshear issued a scam alarm to warn Kentuckians of fake charity scams related to Hurricane Harvey. «The families and communities impacted by this deadly storm deserve our help,» said Beshear. «I am asking generous Kentuckians to please take time and verify a charity before making a donation.» Beshear said Kentuckians who are not familiar with a charitable organization and how they use their money can ver.

FRANKFORT, Ky (LEX Eighteen) Attorney General Andy Beshear issued a scam alarm to warn Kentuckians of fake charity scams related to Hurricane Harvey. «The families and communities impacted by this deadly storm deserve our help,» said Beshear. «I am asking generous Kentuckians to please take time and verify a charity before making a donation.» Beshear said Kentuckians who are not familiar with a charitable organization and how they use their money can ver.

Cordillera And Our Sister Station KRIS Launch Harvey Ease Fund

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (LEX Eighteen) – Cordillera Communications, the parent company of LEX Legal, and our sister station KRIS TV in Corpus Christi have announced a fresh fund-raising drive, Give To The Gulf, for victims in Texas` Coastal Arch hit hard by Hurricane Harvey`s extreme winds and flooding rains.

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Suspect Arrested In Fatal Hit And Run Case

MARION COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Eighteen)– A Lebanon man and woman have been indicted for the hit and run death of a youthfull man. The figure of Landon Wheatley, Nineteen, was found in the westbound lanes of Bill Samuels Road in Loretto near the Maker’s Mark distillery, just before three a.m. on July 17. According to The Lebanon Enterprise, Thomas E. Fleener, 26, and Meagan Medley, 23, both of Lebanon, were arrested Wednesday after being indicted for tampering with physical evidence and leaving .

MARION COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legitimate)– A Lebanon man and woman have been indicted for the hit and run death of a youthful man. The bod of Landon Wheatley, Nineteen, was found in the westbound lanes of Bill Samuels Road in Loretto near the Maker’s Mark distillery, just before three a.m. on July 17. According to The Lebanon Enterprise, Thomas E. Fleener, 26, and Meagan Medley, 23, both of Lebanon, were arrested Wednesday after being indicted for tampering with physical evidence and leaving .

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Manhunt Concludes For Lexington Man Carrying Machete

Women Indicted For Manhandling Children

Two Inmates Walk Away From Harlan Co. Work Release

Ky. Company Ships Water To South Tx.

JESSAMINE COUNTY, KY. (LEX Legitimate)– The influence of Hurricane Harvey will be felt for months, if not years in South Texas. For many, now even the most basic necessities are at a premium, and one Kentucky company is sharing a vital resource with Texans. Highbridge Spring Water of Kentucky packaged Four,368 gallons of bottled water and shipped it off to South Texas on Thursday. “We’ve been bottling water for thirty five years and we found out early on, that when there’s an emerg.

Crime Stoppers Most Desired Person Of The Week: August 31, two thousand seventeen

Crime Stoppers Most Wished Person Of The Week: August 31, two thousand seventeen

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX Eighteen) Police are attempting to find the Bluegrass Crime Stoppers Most Wished Person of the Week. 50-year-old James William Mays is desired on a first-degree robbery charge. Officers said he is about Five’Ten” and weighs about one hundred seventy five pounds. If you see Mays or know where he could be, your information could get you a cash prize. Just call the Crime Stoppers Hotline at (859) 253-2020 or text your information to ‘CRIMES’ and in the text write ‘LEX P-D’ then your peak.

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX Legitimate) Police are attempting to find the Bluegrass Crime Stoppers Most Wished Person of the Week. 50-year-old James William Mays is dreamed on a first-degree robbery charge. Officers said he is about Five’Ten” and weighs about one hundred seventy five pounds. If you see Mays or know where he could be, your information could get you a cash prize. Just call the Crime Stoppers Hotline at (859) 253-2020 or text your information to ‘CRIMES’ and in the text write ‘LEX P-D’ then your peak.

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What Remains Of Port Aransas?

PORT ARANSAS, Texas (LEX Eighteen) You may have heard of the Coastal Arch of Texas before Friday`s historic Hurricane Harvey. But what you knew before is far different today. One of the many hard-hit counties in the Coastal Arch region is Aransas. This county took on the total force of the then-category four storm. Take out a standard 12» ruler and that is about how much rain fell in addition to the 130+ mile an hour winds. Can you imagine what remains? In brief, much destruction.

PORT ARANSAS, Texas (LEX Legitimate) You may have heard of the Coastal Arch of Texas before Friday`s historic Hurricane Harvey. But what you knew before is far different today. One of the many hard-hit counties in the Coastal Arch region is Aransas. This county took on the total force of the then-category four storm. Take out a standard 12» ruler and that is about how much rain fell in addition to the 130+ mile an hour winds. Can you imagine what remains? In brief, much destruction.

Irma Becomes Category three Hurricane

(NBC News) — In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, Texas is still cleaning up. Now, forecasters are warning of Irma, a category three Hurricane forming in the Atlantic.

Somerset Person Of Interest Has Criminal History That Includes Manslaughter

SOMERSET, Ky. (LEX Eighteen) – The Somerset Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a person of interest in the murder of a Somerset woman. Now LEX eighteen has learned that the man in question was convicted for the death of his father.

SOMERSET, Ky. (LEX Legitimate) – The Somerset Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a person of interest in the murder of a Somerset woman. Now LEX eighteen has learned that the man in question was convicted for the death of his father.

Port Aransas Working To Clean Up

PORT ARANSAS, Texas (LEX Legitimate) — The harm in Port Aransas, is catastrophic. This is one of the communities hit hardest by Hurricane Harvey. It’s clear that after observing the harm, this community will need all the help they can get. Houses and businesses in an entire community have been knocked offline, with no timeline for recovery. The people coming back home need the essentials for survival. “Power. power and water. Water is the most significant thing. It’s getting water to .

PORT ARANSAS, Texas (LEX Legitimate) — The harm in Port Aransas, is catastrophic. This is one of the communities hit hardest by Hurricane Harvey. It’s clear that after watching the harm, this community will need all the help they can get. Houses and businesses in an entire community have been knocked offline, with no timeline for recovery. The people coming back home need the essentials for survival. “Power. power and water. Water is the most significant thing. It’s getting water to .

Southern Region Of The USDA Forest Service Waives Campground Fees For Flood Victims

EMA Officials Ready To Go As Harvey Remnants Hit Bluegrass

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX Legitimate) – The remnants of Harvey will soak the Bluegrass in rain over the weekend and the inches of rainfall could pose a problem for emergency management teams. Emergency managers are raising their preparedness level to a level four as storm clouds embark to roll in. Western Kentucky is predicted to see several inches of rain according to state models, and staff say those totals could range anywhere inbetween four and eight inches. Flash flooding is likely the largest r.

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX Legal) – The remnants of Harvey will soak the Bluegrass in rain over the weekend and the inches of rainfall could pose a problem for emergency management teams. Emergency managers are raising their preparedness level to a level four as storm clouds begin to roll in. Western Kentucky is predicted to see several inches of rain according to state models, and staff say those totals could range anywhere inbetween four and eight inches. Flash flooding is likely the fattest r.

Kentucky Air Guardsmen Establish Aeromedical Evacuation Hub

HOUSTON, Texas – Airmen from the Kentucky and Mississippi Air National Guard established an aeromedical evacuation and air cargo hub in Houston yesterday, attaining mission-capable status within hours of their arrival at George Thicket Intercontinental Airport. With the local area under severe flooding, hospitals perplexed, and the need for patients to relocate to different medical facilities, the forty nine Airmen wasted no time establishing the hub after arriving with ninety tons of gear .

HOUSTON, Texas – Airmen from the Kentucky and Mississippi Air National Guard established an aeromedical evacuation and air cargo hub in Houston yesterday, attaining mission-capable status within hours of their arrival at George Pubic hair Intercontinental Airport. With the local area under severe flooding, hospitals dazed, and the need for patients to relocate to different medical facilities, the forty nine Airmen wasted no time establishing the hub after arriving with ninety tons of gear .

Ohio ‘Jane Doe’ Identified As Missing Kentucky Woman

Gobbling COUNTY, Ohio (WCMH) – A woman found dead in one thousand nine hundred ninety has been identified as a missing Louisville Woman. Sheriff Randy Thorp confirmed the identification to WCMH. Thorp was one of the original investigators on the case back in 90. The Gobbling County Sheriff`s Office began investigating after a woman was left for dead in the rear of a truck stop in Hebron. “If you can`t identify your victim you have very little to go on,» Thorp told WCMH. For n.

Slurping COUNTY, Ohio (WCMH) – A woman found dead in one thousand nine hundred ninety has been identified as a missing Louisville Woman. Sheriff Randy Thorp confirmed the identification to WCMH. Thorp was one of the original investigators on the case back in 90. The Eating County Sheriff`s Office began investigating after a woman was left for dead in the rear of a truck stop in Hebron. “If you can`t identify your victim you have very little to go on,» Thorp told WCMH. For n.

two Boys Honored For Heroic Rescue Of Toddler

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legal) – Two youthfull boys were honored in Lexington this morning. Fire Chief Kristin Chilton today introduced Meritorious Civilian Citations to Pursue Covey and Parker Everhard; eight- and nine-year-old boys, who worked to save the life of their two-year-old family member. «Every so often we recognize citizens of Lexington who step up and reaction the call to help a fellow neighbor, friend or even stranger. Today it feels extra special to honor these two little .

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Eighteen) – Two youthful boys were honored in Lexington this morning. Fire Chief Kristin Chilton today introduced Meritorious Civilian Citations to Pursue Covey and Parker Everhard; eight- and nine-year-old boys, who worked to save the life of their two-year-old family member. «Every so often we recognize citizens of Lexington who step up and response the call to help a fellow neighbor, friend or even stranger. Today it feels extra special to honor these two little .

Public Mourns Princess Diana On 20th Anniversary Of Death

Two Killed In Bell County Crash Identified

BELL COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legitimate) – The two women killed in a Bell County crash have been identified.

BELL COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legal) – The two women killed in a Bell County crash have been identified.

Lexington Firefighters Stay Put After Texas Calls Too Many Crews

Ground Cracking Commences Construction Of Fresh Scott County High School

Ground Violating Embarks Construction Of Fresh Scott County High School

Houston Victim Comes back Home, Plays Piano In Flood Waters

Houston Victim Comebacks Home, Plays Piano In Flood Waters

HOUSTON (LEX Legitimate) – A musician in Houston returned to his strongly flooded home to retrieve some of his child’s belongings. When he arrived, he found his instrument, the piano, covered in water. Aric Harding posted that he was devasted and that it was all drowning in eventually. So, he sat down to do what he always does. He played. ” What we used to have going as a city is gone. I indeed think God is going to do something downright fresh here. I am excited to see the fresh b.

HOUSTON (LEX Eighteen) – A musician in Houston returned to his intensely flooded home to retrieve some of his child’s belongings. When he arrived, he found his instrument, the piano, covered in water. Aric Harding posted that he was devasted and that it was all submerging in ultimately. So, he sat down to do what he always does. He played. ” What we used to have going as a city is gone. I indeed think God is going to do something fully fresh here. I am excited to see the fresh b.

Man Charged With Murder In Lexington Shooting

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legitimate) – A man has been charged with murder in connection to a fatal shooting a few months ago. Police said Chanse Robertson, 35, is accused of killing William “Josh” Cole on Anderson Street on May 22. They said an investigation into the homicide exposed a wordy dispute had escalated inbetween the suspect and victim, and that’s when Robertson allegedly shot Cole several times. Police have obtained a warrant for Robertson’s arrest. It was served late We.

Fourth Boyd County Escaped Inmate Captured

GREENUP COUNTY, Ky. (WSAZ) — The fourth Boyd County Detention Center inmate who was among the boys who escaped in late July was captured Wednesday, according to the Greenup County prosecutor. Deputies said Timothy Bates, 26, was arrested about 7:30 p.m. near the intersection of U.S. Twenty three and Route two in Greenup. WSAZ reports deputies said Bates attempted to pull a firearm and large knife from his pants, but the gun ended up being fake. Bates faces an escape charge. He’s in custody at.

GREENUP COUNTY, Ky. (WSAZ) — The fourth Boyd County Detention Center inmate who was among the guys who escaped in late July was captured Wednesday, according to the Greenup County prosecutor. Deputies said Timothy Bates, 26, was arrested about 7:30 p.m. near the intersection of U.S. Twenty three and Route two in Greenup. WSAZ reports deputies said Bates attempted to pull a firearm and large knife from his pants, but the gun ended up being fake. Bates faces an escape charge. He’s in custody at.

Starved Horses Among seventeen Animals Seized From Property

SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Eighteen) – Scott County Animal Control seized a number of animals Wednesday afternoon in Sadieville, including horses that officers considered to be “close to death.”

The three horses, five dogs, eight chickens and rabbit seized were all the result of an investigation going back to July. It began with a complaint about a dog left in a black crate in the summer warmth.

Investigators soon worried about the condition.

SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (LEX Legitimate) – Scott County Animal Control seized a number of animals Wednesday afternoon in Sadieville, including horses that officers considered to be “close to death.”

The three horses, five dogs, eight chickens and rabbit seized were all the result of an investigation going back to July. It commenced with a complaint about a dog left in a black crate in the summer fever.

Investigators soon worried about the condition.

Lincoln Co. Man Collecting Ease Supplies For Flood Victims

Due to thousands of Hurricane Harvey victims living off salvaged and donated supplies, one Houstonville man has set up his own flood ease drive to collect diapers, formula, disposable baby bottles, baby wipes, cleaning supplies and pet food. “I want to say it’s joy. but. It’s what I’m supposed to do,” Mike Smith told LEX Legal. Smith says he’s collecting the supplies at the Lincoln County Baptist Association Disaster Ease Building from three till seven in t.

Due to thousands of Hurricane Harvey victims living off salvaged and donated supplies, one Houstonville man has set up his own flood ease drive to collect diapers, formula, disposable baby bottles, baby wipes, cleaning supplies and pet food. “I want to say it’s joy. but. It’s what I’m supposed to do,” Mike Smith told LEX Eighteen. Smith says he’s collecting the supplies at the Lincoln County Baptist Association Disaster Ease Building from three till seven in t.

Floral Tributes Laid At The Palace For Diana Anniversary

Texas Sheriff: No Toxins From Chemical Blasts

HOUSTON (AP) – The Latest on Tropical Depression Harvey (all times local): 7:50 a.m. Local officials say explosions at a flooded Houston-area chemical plant produced no toxins, albeit federal authorities are describing the resulting plumes as “amazingly dangerous.”

Kentucky Blood Center Taking Donations On Campus, Helping Houston Area

Harvey Knocks Out More Refineries, Shifting Global Oil Flows

Kentucky State Fair Attendance Exceeds 600,000

One Shot Near College Campus In Louisville

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) – Police are investigating a shooting that occurred near a college campus in Kentucky and left one victim “in serious condition.” Local news outlets report the shooting happened Wednesday shortly before seven p.m. near the University of Louisville campus. Louisville Metro Police spokesman Vadim Dale says detectives were flagged down and alerted to an “quarrel” at an apartment sophisticated. The detectives.

The Latest: Grieving Houston mom says don’t wade in floods

HOUSTON (AP) – The Latest on Tropical Depression Harvey (all times local): Five:Ten a.m. Two explosions have been reported at a Houston-area chemical plant that lost power amid flooding from Harvey.

No Weapon Found After Lockdown At Menifee County Schools

Driver Injured In Single-Car Collision

Fire Crews Called To Taylor County Business

Bicyclist Taken To Hospital After Hit And Run

Fayette Co. Public Schools Releases Statement After Incident At Northern Elementary

LEX eighteen Digital Conversation: AAA Bluegrass

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Kentucky Man Touches Hearts Of Many After Live Interview In Texas

(LEX Legal) A Grayson County man being hailed as Mr. Kentucky is gaining attention across the country for his live interview he did while helping rescue people caught in the live flood waters in Houston. John McGinnis’s interview touched the hearts of millions. He’s now being hailed a hero after a local Houston station interviewed him. His wifey, Stephanie, told LEX eighteen that none of this is any surprise. She said her hubby told her that God called on him to go to Houston and help. She .

(LEX Legal) A Grayson County man being hailed as Mr. Kentucky is gaining attention across the country for his live interview he did while helping rescue people caught in the live flood waters in Houston. John McGinnis’s interview touched the hearts of millions. He’s now being hailed a hero after a local Houston station interviewed him. His wifey, Stephanie, told LEX eighteen that none of this is any surprise. She said her spouse told her that God called on him to go to Houston and help. She .

‘Effortless Money’ Made Selling Army Weapons Stolen By US Soldiers

Kentucky Seniors Help Seniors In Texas After Viral Photo

FRANKFORT, Ky (LEX Legal) People across the country were heartbroken by a picture of Texas seniors trapped in rising flood waters following Hurricane Harvey. It also caught the attention of some Kentucky senior citizens who are stepping up to help. “It made me wanna go get a boat and go down there and help them,” said Kara Bell, the Lantern at Morning Pointe Director. The furious flood waters trapped the seniors in a Dickinson, Texas nursing home. They made it out securely.

Ohio Murder Suspect Captured In Kentucky After Pursuit

Man Arrested, Charged With Murder In Fatal Fire

HAZARD, Ky. (LEX Legitimate) – A man has been charged with murder after a fatal fire in Perry County. Enoch Collwell has been charged with murder after the fire broke out at a home near Big Creek School. One person has died, according to officials. Collwell is from Leslie County. The name of the victim has not been released.

Man Accused In Deadly Police Pursue Pleads Not Guilty

Lexington Firefighters Head Out To Help In Texas

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legal) — Lexington will send a team of firefighters down to Texas to help with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. To prepare for the journey the team spent the morning packing for a nine day deployment. The firefighters, who left just before noon, took a truck, two boats and lots of other equipment to help out with water rescues. Last Friday, Texas sent a request for help and Lexington signed up to help. Then yesterday, their team was activated.The firefighters .

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX Legal) — Lexington will send a team of firefighters down to Texas to help with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. To prepare for the excursion the team spent the morning packing for a nine day deployment. The firefighters, who left just before noon, took a truck, two boats and lots of other equipment to help out with water rescues. Last Friday, Texas sent a request for help and Lexington signed up to help. Then yesterday, their team was activated.The firefighters .

Lexington Cemetery Board To Look At City’s Request To Stir Statues There

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX Legitimate) The Lexington Cemetery Board will take up the request from the city to stir two Confederate statues to the cemetery during their meeting on September eleven at four p.m. Both John C. Breckinridge and John Hunt Morgan are buried at the Lexington Cemetery. Mayor Jim Gray wrote a letter to Mark Durbin, the Lexington Cemetery’s President and General Manager, telling that he believes that location would be the best location for the two statues. The Lexington Cemetery lists .

Clay Co. Man Treated For Gunshot Wound

Donation Drive Set Up To Help Pets Displaced By Harvey

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX Eighteen) Paws four the Cause in Lexington is arranging a supply transport from Lexington down to the people of Texas. The Harvey Displaced Pets Donation Drive will proceed until the pets lost in the flood have found their way home. Paws four the Cause has helped animals in Central Kentucky for almost a decade, but their shelter is at utter capacity. They determined a drive would be the best way to help out Austin Pets Alive with their efforts to take in animals displa.

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX Legitimate) Paws four the Cause in Lexington is arranging a supply transport from Lexington down to the people of Texas. The Harvey Displaced Pets Donation Drive will proceed until the pets lost in the flood have found their way home. Paws four the Cause has helped animals in Central Kentucky for almost a decade, but their shelter is at utter capacity. They determined a drive would be the best way to help out Austin Pets Alive with their efforts to take in animals displa.

Harvey Causes High School Football Games To Be Moved

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Herald Leader) — We are receiving reports of numerous Friday night football games being rescheduled due to inclement weather headed for the Bluegrass.