Charlie Kirks legacy to be honored with vigil at EKU
A vigil will be held on Eastern Kentucky University’s campus next Thursday, September 25, at 8:30 p.m. to honor the memory of Charlie Kirk. The event will take place at Powell Plaza, with parking available in the Alumni Lot. Security will be provided by both EKU and the Richmond Police Department. Kirk, who rose to […]
Kentucky State Police to escort fallen Airman’s remains to Berea
The Kentucky State Police will provide an escort for the remains of U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Henry Gerald Gish as he returns home to Kentucky more than five decades after making the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War. On Thursday, September 18, 2025, SSG Gish’s remains will arrive at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. […]
Mountain Association Celebrates 100 Solar Installations in Eastern Kentucky, Delivering $7.5 Million in Savings
An Eastern Kentucky-based non-profit recently celebrated an impressive milestone. The Mountain Association; which has offices in Berea, Hazard, and Prestonsburg; announced earlier today that it has facilitated 100 solar installations across the Eastern portion of the Commonwealth. The 100th installation comes as the Red River Gorge Visitor Center recently announced their solar installation, complete with […]
Accident on Mountain Parkway claims life of Hazel Green man
Kentucky State Police Post 8 Morehead received a call from Powell County Dispatch at approximately 8:00 a.m.today requesting assistance with a single vehicle fatal traffic collision on the Mountain Parkway at the 33-mile marker. Investigators say that James R. Gabbard, 49 of Hazel Green, was traveling East bound on the Mountain Parkway. Mr. Gabbard exited […]
Richmond’s 10th Planet Jui Jitsu ADCC Results
ADCC made its first-ever appearance in Kentucky this past weekend, drawing more than 1,100 competitors from across the globe. Widely recognized as the most prestigious grappling organization in the world, ADCC is renowned for its demanding no-gi ruleset and elite level of competition. The 10th Planet Richmond team brought an impressive 23 competitors to the […]
Madison Southern placed on lockdown earlier today as Berea Police investigate threat
This morning, just before noon, the Berea Police Department was made aware of a threat concern at Madison Southern High School. Immediately after the call both Madison Southern and Foley Middle School were placed on lockdown, following the school procedures. Along with other surrounding agencies, the Berea Police Department along with Madison County Schools Staff […]
Juveniles sustain injuries, face possible charges after collision
On Saturday, September 6, at approximately 7:00 p.m., troopers from Kentucky State Police Post 8 Morehead were staged on I-64 in Bath County conducting traffic enforcement, when according to reports, they observed a white Nissan Altima traveling at excessive speeds in a westbound lane. A trooper activated their emergency equipment, attempting to stop the vehicle. […]
When will it end? Roadway update as improvements progress for I-75 in Madison County
Work is progressing for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s $13.5 million Interstate 75 safety and pavement improvement project in Madison County as contractors continued shifting construction this week from the southern section to the northern section of the project. That according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for District 7. Today, Thursday, Sept. 4, crews worked to finalize rock […]
Richmond Police Department: Two arrested in Ty Court shooting
Detectives with Richmond Police Department have arrested two individuals in reference to the domestic dispute and subsequent shot fired at Ty Court yesterday afternoon. 52-year-old Iris Lewis and 55-year-old Roderick Tejada of Richmond were in an argument when police say Lewis retrieved a firearm from her vehicle and fired one shot, then left the scene. […]
KSP says “foul play” suspected in inmate death
The Kentucky State Police, Post 8 in Morehead, was contacted this morning at around 8:50 a.m. by the Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex in West Liberty to conduct a death investigation. KSP Detectives responded to EKCC after Correctional Officers located Robert A. Broyles, a 34-year-old from Louisville, Kentucky, unresponsive in his cell during morning count. Life […]
KSP searching for another inmate walkaway/escape from Bluegrass Career Center in Richmond
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post, is searching for an inmate who walked away from the Bluegrass Career and Development Center just before 9:30 pm yesterday, August 30th in Madison County. Ester J. Stevenson, 34 years of age, from Corbin is described as a white male, 6’1″ tall, weighing 194 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. […]
Labor Day schedule for I-75 repairs in Madison County, as commuters voice daily concerns
Work continues on the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s $13.5 million I-75 safety and pavement improvement project in Madison County. Construction is now shifting from the southern section to the northern section of the project. -Labor Day holiday (6 a.m. Friday, Aug. 29 – 6 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2): Barrels will be moved back and there will […]
Richmond man who died in accident near Buc-ees in Madison County identified
Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison has officially confirmed the identity of the man killed today near Buc-ees to WBON-TV9. William “Bill” Wason, 72 of Crescent Drive in Richmond, was reportedly struck while driving his motorcycle by a truck at the intersection near the popular destination in Madison County. He was pronounced dead on scene from […]
Fatal accident confirmed near entrance of Buc-ees in Richmond
WBON-TV9 has confirmed The Madison County Coroner has been called to the scene of a Wednesday afternoon collision at the Buc-ee’s intersection on Duncannon Lane in Richmond. The accident occurred around 2 p.m. involving a motorcycle and one other vehicle. Emergency crews and investigators remain on scene at time of publication. Duncannon Lane remains closed […]
Irvine man involved in fatal ATV collision
Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 8 Morehead was contacted by Powell County Dispatch around 2:20 p.m. requesting assistance with a fatal traffic collision involving an ATV. Preliminary investigation indicates that 32-year-old Shawn Cornett and 29-year-old passenger Ashley Plowman, both of Irvine, were operating an ATV on the roadway around the 7800 block of Hardwicks Creek […]
Irvine man arrested in Jackson County murder investigation
On Wednesday night, Kentucky State Police made an arrest in connection with the ongoing investigation into the murder of an Irvine man. On May 18, 2025, Kentucky State Police, received a call from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department requesting investigative assistance in regards to a deceased male located inside a vehicle on Richardson Road in […]
Waco Teacher Pens First Children’s Book
A local Madison County Schools teacher has published her first children’s book. Kristie Turner, a reading interventionist at Waco Elementary, recently released the heartfelt story inspired by her experiences in the classroom. Turner said the inspiration came while reflecting on the work she and her colleagues do every day. “As I searched through books, poems, and […]
Safety record set at Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant
Workers at the Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (BGCAPP) have set a new record for hours worked without a Lost Time Incident in the chemical demilitarization program. The BGCAPP team has worked 2,179 consecutive days and 17.3 million hours without an LTI. An LTI is an incident that results in time away from work. […]
Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant officials to hold community meeting about closure activities
The Kentucky Chemical Demilitarization Citizens’ Advisory Commission and Chemical Destruction Community Advisory Board will meet Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 1:30 p.m. in Rooms A and B on the lobby level at Eastern Kentucky University’s Carl D. Perkins Building located on Kit Carson Drive in Richmond, Kentucky. With chemical weapons destruction operations complete at the Blue […]
Family shares details on missing Madison County girl *UPDATE* Found safe
In an update in the early hours of Sunday morning, the Madison County Sheriff’s Department reported Scarlett Hayes was located safe Saturday evening in Rockcastle County. The Department thanked the Kentucky State Police, Rockcastle Sheriff’s Office, Mount Vernon Police Department and all those who shared and sent information. (ORIGINAL STORY) A family in Madison County […]
Looking back at the 2024-25 Educators of the Month Winners
WBON-TV, in partnership with Forcht Bank, is proud to look back and recognize the outstanding educators who were named Educator of the Month during the 2024–2025 school year! This past school year, 12 incredible teachers from across Madison County were honored—representing9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, with9 publicand3 privateinstitutions included. Here are our honored […]
Two Madison Countians die in afternoon crash involving motorcycle
The identify of one of two people who lost their lives in a crash by Richmond Kroger earlier today has now been released. Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison confirms to WBON-TV9, the driver of the motorcycle, 54 year old Tommy Oliver of Third Street in Richmond, was pronounced dead on scene just before noon today. […]
“911 Must go on” Fiscal Court looks to placing fees on water meters after collapse of land use fee model
By: Kelly McKinney, Richmond In Depth After a recent vote by the Richmond City Commission upended a planned land use fee to fund 911 services, the Madison County Fiscal Court is now investigating placing fees on water meters. A flat fee on water meters will be more in line with what citizens have said they […]
Garrard County bus driver dies in bus crash
A single vehicle injury collision on KY 1295 near Hurt Lane involving a Garrard County School bus occurred around 1 pm today, August 11th. According to a post by the Garrard County Sheriff’s Office, no students were on board the bus at the time of the collision. The operator of the school bus, Steve Moore […]
10PJJ Richmond athletes medal at IBJJF Chicago Open
August 10, 2025 Two athletes from 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Richmond competed at the IBJJF Chicago Summer Open on Sunday, August 10. Freshly promoted to blue belt, 16-year-old Vitoria Lopes made her division debut in IBJJF organization. In her first match at blue belt, she opened with patient hand fighting, secured a takedown, and worked […]
