LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KT) - The FBI Louisville Field Office has seen an increase in reported fraud schemes targeting Kentuckians through unsolicited phone calls, in which scammers impersonate law enforcement or [...]
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A woman from Belle was convicted of DUI causing death by virtue of a guilty plea Thursday, according to the Office of the Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) - Legislation that would regulate the use of automatic license plate readers along with the data collected from the devices passed the Senate Transportation Committee on Wednesday. [...]
A man from Oceana was convicted of possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine by virtue of a guilty plea Wednesday, according to the Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney.
President Donald Trump made a joke about Pearl Harbor during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday.
FRANKFORT — A Kentucky House committee advanced two bills expanding the membership of the state’s longstanding utility regulator and reshaping a relatively new energy planning agency, changing or removing language that had received strong pushback. The two bills, Senate Bill 8 and Senate Bill 100, unanimously approved by the House Natural Resources and Energy Committee [...]
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From screwdrivers to smartphones, hearing aids have changed dramatically in recent years and patients have noticed the difference.
A family in Louisiana is speaking out after police said a man assaulted their 5-year-old son during after-school pickup.
A massage therapist in Lexington is facing a first-degree sexual abuse charge after a client reported an assault during an appointment.
Sheriff Joe Engle posted about the incident, asking the public for more information. Day said the office has received tips they are following up on.
Frankfort, Kentucky. Members of the House voted to pass legislation yesterday that would improve safety at railroad crossings across Kentucky. Representative Josh Calloway (R-Irvington) and Representative Nancy Tate (R-Brandenburg) are [...]
Nearly 90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen has been recalled because it may contain a "foreign substance."
A woman is facing charges after a Lexington shots fired incident.
Source: Fayette County Detention Center LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - One person has been arrested following a shots fired incident in Lexington. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were dispatched around 12:15 p.m. on March 18, 2026, to the 2500 block of Danielle Lane for a report of shots fired. When officers arrived, they located shell casings in...
Capitol City Robotics encourages underrepresented kids to learn robotics and other STEM subjects.
A woman is facing multiple charges, including wanton endangerment, after firing shots toward an apartment complex on Danielle Lane on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Lexington Police Department.
WOLFE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — The Dessie Scott School — a century-old building serving boys ages 12 to 21 with autism and developmental delays — was destroyed by a fire on Jan. 29, and now with the insurance company releasing the site, demolition and rebuilding can begin. No one was injured in the fire, but for students who...
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — A resolution aimed at increasing enrollment in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for Kentucky children advanced out of the House Families and Children Committee with unanimous support. Senate Joint Resolution 54, sponsored by Sen. Cassie Chambers Armstrong, D-Louisville, now heads to the full House for further consideration. The resolution encourages the Departme
A teenager has gone missing in Williamsburg.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — The Kentucky House of Representatives has introduced Articles of Impeachment against Fayette County Circuit Judge Julie Muth Goodman, recommending her removal from office for alleged misdemeanors, including abuse of power and defying state laws. The resolution follows a citizen petition filed on Jan. 28 that accused Goodman of abusing her judicial discretion and a
ERLANGER, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has been named the Best Regional Airport in North America at the 2026 World Airport Awards. The award was presented by Skytrax, an aviation rating organization based in London, England, during the Passenger Terminal EXPO World conference on March 18, according to a release from the airport. The Skytrax World...
Courtesy: Kentucky State Police FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - Kentucky State Police are actively investigating a missing person case involving a Shelby County woman last seen in Louisville. Troopers say Callie Ray Shouse, 24, of Waddy, last communicated with a family member by phone on March 18, 2026. At the time of the call, her exact location was unknown....
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - A Lexington nonprofit is launching a new project aimed at improving community health and access to fresh food. AVOL Kentucky is creating Anderson Meadow, a food forest at its campus on Hill Rise Drive. Organizers say the space will feature native, edible plants and will be open to the community for both harvesting and...
FRANKFORT — A Kentucky Republican bill to criminalize the sexual grooming of minors cleared another legislative hurdle Thursday. The Senate judiciary committee passed House Bill 4, which is a high priority for House Republicans. The bill needs approval from the full House and a signature from the governor to become law. HB4, which has 42 [...]
To locate recovery services in Kentucky, visit https://findhelpnow.org/ky. FRANKFORT— As Brittany Herrington and Jessica Ashby held hands in the audience, Kentucky lawmakers unanimously pushed a bill closer to law that would give parents and caregivers the chance for alternative sentences in an effort to keep more families together. Senate Bill 122 now needs only approval by [...]
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) - A Senate bill that calls upon school boards to expel students who intentionally physically harm teachers cleared the House Primary and Secondary Education Committee on Wednesday. [...]
MOREHEAD, Ky. -- Morehead State treks east to take on the Radford Highlanders in the opening round of the WNIT Friday evening in Radford, Va. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Morehead State returns to the court after a 15-day break since its last game. The Eagles were knocked off by Southeast Missouri 60-55 in the quarterfinals of the Ohio Valley Conference tournament in Evansville, Indiana, on M
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) - Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman announced on Wednesday that the Trump Administration has acted on his request to create a nationwide ban on a drug that [...]
For 50 years, Kentuckians have elected judges in nonpartisan elections. Canon 4 of the Kentucky Code of Judicial Conduct says “A judge or candidate for judicial office shall not engage in political or campaign activity that is inconsistent with the independence, integrity, or impartiality of the judiciary. This canon is to be interpreted consistent with [...]
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Republicans and one Democrat blocked another War Powers Resolution Wednesday night to stop President Donald Trump from further military action in Iran without authorization from Congress. The resolution failed to advance, 47-53. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., broke with Democrats to join Republicans in opposing the measure. Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., voted [...]
FRANKFORT — The GOP-controlled Kentucky Senate unanimously passed its version of the two-year state budget Wednesday providing less money than the House for public schools but substantially more for Medicaid, while cutting a number of state agency budgets. State senators also passed budget bills funding the state’s legislative and judicial branches, along with a bill [...]
By John Henson Sports Writer LEXINGTON — Whether it was good defense or bad offense or something in between, the North Laurel Jaguars earned a trip to the Elite Eight [...]
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Family claims officers used excessive force. The post Lawsuit filed in 2024 fatal police shooting appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
LEXINGTON, KY. The first day of spring is around the corner, and many Kentuckians are itching to get outside after a long winter. From front yard landscaping to backyard gardens, [...]
After a long bleak winter, it is wonderful to see wildflowers in the spring, foretelling of warmer weather and the return of color to the forest. The earliest wildflowers bloom, [...]
The Jenkins City Council has approved a resolution supporting a plan to renovate the former Elkhorn Country Club into a hotel. Letcher County currently has no motels or hotels following the closure of the Parkway Inn in Whitesburg. Bed-and-breakfasts and short-term rentals are the only lodging options. Now, Jonathan and Esther Brooke Tucker hope to convert the abandoned clubhouse at [...] The post
A federal lawsuit filed against the Jenkins Independent Board of Education by a Letcher County vlogger is among several cases facing delays after a Whitesburg attorney was found in contempt of court and suspended from practicing in federal courts. Chief U.S. District Judge David Bunning has suspended attorney Jennifer L. Taylor from practicing in the U.S. District Court for the [...] The post Judg
Forty-four months after the Kentucky River rose more than three feet inside the Blackey Public Library, the building’s lower level remains gutted — and now the upper level could require major changes as well. The split-level library includes an addition at the rear that sits several feet higher than the front section. Although the upper level did not flood, it [...] The post Blackey library still
After Kam Williams broke his foot against Texas on Jan. 21 and needed surgery, it seemed almost certain he would miss the remainder of Kentucky’s season. Williams’ father, Greg, knew that was a possibility but also noted there was a “chance” he might return for postseason play if all went well. Last week, Williams was back on the court for [...] The post Kam Williams puts team first first appeared
Given the return to cold weather we’ve had this week, it might seem hard to believe that Friday is officially the first day of spring. The cool mornings, along with warmer days and evenings, will cause lake surface temperatures to slowly rise. As with everything in fishing, this happens for a reason. In early spring, pre-spawn bass begin moving into [...] The post Time to crank up the spring bite
As I look out the window, at first it seems like a good day to be outside and do a little fishing. Then my eyes move to the trees bending in the wind, and I know better. The wind could carry you into the next county. Remember the old saying, “Looks can be deceiving”? This is one of those days. [...] The post Spring teases as turkey season nears first appeared on The Mountain Eagle .
More Americans are filing Freedom of Information Act requests than ever, topping 1.5 million in 2024 and on track for another record in 2025. This will mark the third consecutive year that FOIA requests have reached seven figures.
I've said it before and I'll say it again and again until I'm blue in the face — it's possible to hold two opinions simultaneously.
A psychiatric nurse practitioner at Primary Care Centers of Eastern Kentucky says storm-related anxiety is common in the region.
A Phelps man was arrested on several charges after allegedly threatening his wife and brandishing a firearm during a domestic dispute occurring on March 13, according to court records.
Six months into his nursing career, Jack Ward was recognized as one of Pikeville Medical Center’s Shining Stars, an honor bestowed on employees who exhibit excellence in patient care — a skill set his instructors at Big Sandy Community and Technical College emphasized when he was
SALYERSVILLE – The city has finally turned in the 2023 audit and is now in compliance with the Department of Local Government for state funding. Last week the City of Salyersville received their 2023 audit report and the Department of Local Government confirmed for the SI that they have now received the audit. As of [...]
JOHNSON COUNTY – A Magoffin County man was killed in a one-vehicle wreck in Johnson County on March 5. A commercial vehicle, owned by Jackson Propane Plus and operated by Allen Skaggs, 49, of Salyersville, reportedly left the roadway and Skaggs lost control of the vehicle. Johnson County Sheriff Scott Hazlette told Mortimer Media Group [...]
The annual prom dress giveaway at Valley Veterinary Clinic is in full swing, with hundreds of free gowns available for students to choose from.
SALYERSVILLE – The Magoffin County Animal Shelter has had a lot going on as of late, with donations, fundraisers and lots of new, lovable faces ready for their forever homes. The Magoffin County Animal Shelter sent in a video to Mortimer Media Group last week, with volunteer Melinda Watson discussing everything going on at the [...]
SALYERSVILLE — Longtime leader Walker Russell led Magoffin County in both scoring and rebounding for the second straight boys’ high school basketball season. As a senior, Russell averaged a team-high 21.5 points and 8.0 rebounds per game for the Hornets. In 32 games, Russell scored 687 points and claimed 255 rebounds for the Hornets. Russell [...]
SALYERSVILLE — Herald Whitaker Middle School hosted the final Magoffin County archery tournament of the 2025-26 season on Saturday, March 7. Several area teams competed in the tournament. During the tournament, Herald Whitaker Middle School and Magoffin County High School each placed third. A breakdown of Magoffin County’s top individual performers in the tournament for [...]
The Economic Development Administration recently approved a five-year grant for SOAR, which the organization is using to address community challenges, including population loss in eastern Kentucky.
Family members are remembering Bryson Cottongim, a 19-year-old Clay County native who was killed while working as a lineman in Harlan County earlier this week.
Three different federal judges have ordered four more immigrants picked up in January’s ICE raids released on constitutional grounds The post More ICE detainees ordered released by West Virginia judges: ‘A threat to anyone’s constitutional rights is a threat to us all’ appeared first on 100 Days in Appalachia .