4th of July shooting causes damage to Senior Citizens Center, vehicle
On the night of the 4th of July, Berea Police were called to investigate shots fired on West Jefferson Street. Upon their arrival, officers observed a vehicle that had busted windows allegedly caused by a bullet. The vehicle was parked near the Berea Senior Citizens Center, where an event was being held. According to a […]
Campton man arrested on child sexual exploitation offenses
On Tuesday afternoon, the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch located and arrested 18-year-old Jesse Dunn on charges related to a child sexual abuse material investigation. Police located Dunn, who was interviewed and arrested as the result of an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. The KSP Electronic Crime Branch began the investigation after discovering […]
More details obtained in Madison County homicide
By: William Bryant & Whitney McKnight (The Edge) Jake McClure, 34, has been charged with murder-domestic violence after fatally shooting roommate Eddie Matthews, 64, on July 6. McClure called 911 after shooting Matthews. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office responded to the call at approximately 7:54 pm at 219 Barker Lane East. The County Coroner Jimmy […]
Richmond man, with same name as Madison County murder victim, clarifies “it’s not me”
Local roof company business owner, former restauranter, and Madison County businessman, Eddie Matthews clarified Tuesday afternoon on social media that he is not the same Eddie Matthews that died of an apparent homicide in Berea Monday night. Matthews asked to keep the family of the other Eddie Matthews in their prayers. Matthews owns Ideal roofing […]
Person of interest held in connection with Madison County homocide
Local authorities along with the Madison County Coroner’s office responded to a reported murder tonight in the 200 block of Barker Lane, off of 1016 in Berea. 64-year-old Eddie Matthews of Berea was pronounced dead from a gunshot wound around 8 p.m. Monday evening. According to sources, a person of interest is being questioned in […]
$100,000 WINNING POWERBALL TICKET SOLD IN KENTUCKY
A $100,000 winning Powerball ticket was sold in Kentucky. The winning ticket was sold at Lickety Split Food Mart, 5440 New Cut Rd., Louisville, Ky. 40214. Saturday, July 4’s winning Powerball numbers were: 17 – 38 – 46 – 50 – 69 with a Powerball of 20. The winning ticket matched four white balls and the Powerball. […]
MCSO: Suspect in yearlong drug trafficking investigation receives sentence
A man that was involved in a yearlong investigation by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office and Drug Enforcement Administration recently received a lengthy sentence for drug-related charges. From December 2023 through December 2024, authorities ran an investigation regarding the alleged drug activities of Jabari Cortez Andrews in Madison County. Investigators determined that Andrews, and others […]
Central Park Subdivision in Berea Nears Completion After 30 Plus Years
Story by Andy McDonald Thirty-nine single family homes were recently approved in Berea’s Central Park Subdivision, a move that will facilitate a long-delayed completion of the neighborhood. The above home on Central Park Avenue, and others in the approved project, are being constructed by Todd Development. After 30+ Years, Central Park is On Track for […]
Richmond Woman to Pamper English Bulldog with $30,000 Lottery Win on $2 Kentucky Humane Society Scratch-Off.
A Richmond woman’s quick stop at the Mt. Vernon C‑Store turned into an unforgettable moment after she scratched off a $2 Kentucky Humane Society Scratch-off and uncovered the game’s $30,000 top prize. She plans to share the win with her English Bulldog by getting his nails done. Melanie Fisher says she plays Kentucky Lottery scratch-offs regularly, often […]
RPD: Richmond man assaulted victim with baseball bat on Amberley Way
On June 26th, Richmond Police were called to investigate a reported assault which took place on Amberley Way. A witness who reported the altercation told authorities he saw a man exit his vehicle and begin striking another individual with a baseball bat while they were in their vehicle. Officers learned of the suspect’s address using […]
Salvation Army arrives in Richmond with aid
The Salvation Army is responded in Richmond Monday, delivering emergency supplies from their warehouse in Louisville to support flood-affected families and communities. Emergency Disaster Services Director Scott Tibbetts is delivering cleanup kits, 20-gallon plastic totes, personal comfort kits, and cleaning supplies as The Salvation Army works with local emergency management officials to assess additional needs and determine […]
Identities of Madison County flood victims confirmed
WBON-TV9 first reported three people lost their lives in Madison County during Saturdays flash flooding. Two of the people have now been positively identified as John Powell age 57. Powell and another female were pronounced deceased at the scene of 306 University Drive, where they reportedly lived in a rented basement. Next of kin have […]
Madison County, the morning after, what to do if you were impacted by flash flooding & latest updates and assistance
Madison County emergency responders, public works crews, partner agencies, faith-based organizations, and volunteers continue response and recovery operations following the recent flooding event that impacted communities across the county with the Tates Creek area being the most impacted. Search and rescue operations have been completed in affected areas, and at this time, no missing personshave […]
“Devastating day in Madison County” the day in review and latest on area deaths
Madison County officials have declared a local State of Emergency following widespread flooding that has impacted communities across the county and prompted multiple water rescues, ongoing search and rescue operations, and significant emergency response efforts. Emergency calls related to flooding began shortly after 9:00 a.m. to the Madison County Emergency Communications Center (911). As conditions […]
Three confirmed dead from flooding in Madison County, death toll expected to climb
Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison has confirmed to WBON-TV9 that three people have died from today’s flash flooding. Two of the deaths occurred inside Richmond city limits, another reported in the Tates Creek Road area. Neighboring Jackson County has also confirmed one storm related death. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and the Madison County Coroner say […]
Richmond City Manager Presents New Budget and Reflects on Success of Previous Year
In preparing the presentation of a new budget for the City of Richmond to the city’s Board of Commissioners, City Manager Rob Minerich reflected upon the year that is drawing to a close. The following is an excerpt from his comments to the Board of Commissioners prior to presentation of the budget. Fiscal year 2026 […]
Data Center Moratorium Study Announced by Fiscal Court
FISCAL COURT–The county government will explore the legalities of placing a moratorium on data center development, it was announced Tuesday. During the Fiscal Court’s second regularly scheduled meeting of June, Magistrate Billy Ray Hughes (Dist. 3) said during the Magistrate comment section that having just returned from a conference where regulation of data centers statewide […]
Berea man arrested for indecent exposure, public intoxication
On Saturday morning, Richmond Police responded to the Caperton Drive area near the Eastern Bypass to investigate reports of a man witnesses say was inappropriately touching himself near a busy roadway. Initial reports of the male subject, later identified as Bobby Samples of Berea, claim that he appeared to be under the influence. Additional calls […]
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Richmond wins Fuji BJJ Kentucky State Championship
The Fuji Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kentucky State Championship returned to the Bluegrass on Saturday, June 20, 2026, bringing together teams from across the Commonwealth to compete for state honors. When the day was over, 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Richmond stood atop the podium as the 2026 Overall Academy Kentucky State Champion. The youth team led the […]
State demands end to zoning discrimination against ‘qualified’ manufactured, modular homes
Photo and story by Whitney McKnight A new law that aims to help ease the state’s affordable housing shortage, compels jurisdictions across the Commonwealth to allow modular and “qualified” manufactured homes in all single family residential zones. The first reading of a local ordinance to enact the mandate was heard at the second regularly scheduled […]
Change of leadership at Salvation Army of Richmond
The Salvation Army of Richmond announced today a change in local leadership as Captains Kevin and Wendy Justice prepare to conclude seven years of ministry and service in Richmond and receive new appointments in Wheeling, West Virginia. Effective Monday, June 22, Lieutenants Josh and Stephanie Brice will assume leadership of The Salvation Army’s ministry and […]
Madison County Shoot Hoops Not Drugs camp draws 139 youth to Berea
Nine Kentucky counties were represented at Operation UNITE’s third Shoot Hoops Not Drugs regional basketball camp held Monday, June 15, at Farristown Middle School in Madison County. The 139 youth participants came to Berea from Anderson, Clark, Estill, Franklin, Garrard, Jackson, Jessamine, Madison, and Rockcastle counties, as well as from Sarasota, Florida. Winning portable basketball […]
Madison County Sheriff’s Office arrest man accused of sexually abusing minors
Following a months-long investigation by the Department of Child Based Services and the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, a Madison County man is now charged with three counts of 1st degree sexual abuse and one count of 1st degree sodomy of a minor. According to police, DCBS officials began investigating a reported case of juvenile sexual […]
Madison County Jail escapee caught in Somerset
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was contacted just before 12:00 p.m. Monday, June 15, 2026 by the Somerset Police Department advising Calain Myers has been arrested. Mr. Myers was charged with Escape, 2nd degree and lodged in the Pulaski County Detention Center. Original Press Release Below: RICHMOND, Ky. (June 12, 2026) – The Kentucky State Police, […]
KSP searching for Madison County inmate who escaped around midnight
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post, is searching for an inmate who escaped from the Madison County Detention Center just before midnight on Thursday, June 11. Calain Myers, 23 years of age, from Lexington, is described as a white male, 6’0” tall, weighing 165 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes. Myers was last seen […]
