Richmond man arrested for second car theft in a week
After being arrested for stealing a vehicle just a week ago, a Richmond man is under arrest again for a similar auto theft. Police say 40-year-old Robert Kitchens allegedly stole another vehicle last Thursday from the Main Street Gulf gas station. The victim said her Ford Fusion, with a temporary tag, was stolen from the parking lot. When […]
Irvine Police searching for agate thief from weekend agate show in Estill County
The Irvine Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the person of interest shown in the photos. Last Sunday, September 22nd , police say a theft of rare Kentucky agate related items occurred at the Agate Show that was held at the Central Office of the Estill County School Board. The subject in the photos is being sought for […]
EKU basketball fundraiser huge success at Chenault Winery
Eastern Kentucky men’s basketball team held its annual fundraiser at Chenault Winery Friday night and raised $102,000 surpassing the $100,000 goal. The theme for the night was the celebration of their first conference title in 45 years. Coach Hamilton introduced nine new players to the roster. Devontae Blanton is back for his senior year, and […]
Berea Police arrest felon with 5 active warrants in stolen car with guns/drugs
Berea Police recovered a stolen vehicle and discovered much more over this past weekend. Officers spotted a reported stolen vehicle around 10:30 Saturday night at the Berea Taco Bell on McKinney Drive. Police were able to stop and apprehend the driver of the vehicle, Christopher Blevins of McKee. Police discovered Blevins had no operators license and […]
Ed Miracle Scholarship Foundation hosts golf scramble at Battlefield
Each year since 2013, Donna Miracle and Glen Miracle have paid tribute to her husband and his father, Coach Ed Miracle, by hosting a golf scramble and dinner in Lynch, Kentucky and a second golf scramble and dinner in Richmond, Kentucky. Today, several teams teed up the little white ball and braved the heat and […]
Richmond Police turn to public to help identify woman **UPDATE- INDENIFIED**
The Richmond Police Department is requesting the publics assistance in identifying a woman related to an ongoing investigation. Officer Campbell is investigating the case and advises if you have any information regarding the woman in the feature photo, you can email directly ccampbell@richmond.ky.us. You can also call dispatch at 859-624-4776.
Rockcastle Co. man charged with child sexual exploitation offenses
The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Electronic Crime Branch located, interviewed and arrested Stephen Blevins, 25, related to a child sexual abuse material investigation. The arrest took place today, July 30, 2024, at approximately 11:43 a.m., Blevins was interviewed as the result of an Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. The KSP Electronic Crime Branch began the investigation […]
Richmond Police arrest 3 in connection with apparent Saturday night stabbing
An on-patrol Richmond Police officer was flagged over just after midnight Saturday for an apparent stabbing. The incident occurred in the area of Madison Avenue in Richmond. As a result of the following investigation, three people have been arrested by RPD and charged with Assault 1st degree, among other charges. Arrested were 33-year-old Jamarr Simpson, […]
MCSO turns to public to help locate man wanted on attempted murder, other charges
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for public assistance in locating a wanted man. Richard Clark, 35 years of age, from Richmond, is currently wanted on active warrants for Murder (attempted), Strangulation 1st Degree and Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree. They stress, Clark may be armed so do not approach or attempt to apprehend. Please […]
Madison County Sheriffs office investigating tractor theft
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for public assistance locating a stolen tractor. The 1999 John Deere 5300 2wd tractor with John Deere 520 loader and hay fork attachment was stolen from Kirksville Road, in the early morning hours of Saturday, April 27, 2024. Anyone with information is asked to contact Deputy Jeremy Vega […]
Tourism efforts boost Berea economy by $4 million
By Guest Columnist Andy McDonald Local businesses got a $4 million boost from tourism in 2023, according to Business and Tourism Development Director Donna Angel. Angel revealed the latest numbers in her presentation to the Berea City Council at last Tuesday’s meeting, stating that by promoting conferences, festivals and events, and aggressively bringing more motor […]
Richmond man who escaped from Franklin County re-captured Friday in Madison Co.
Deputies with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office say they received credible information of the whereabouts of Brandon Rhodus late Friday, April 5, 2024 .in Madison County. Rhodus walked away from an assigned work detail, while serving time at the Franklin County Regional Jail, on Wednesday April 3rd, 2024, and was believed to be traveling to […]
Public meeting scheduled for next week about detonations and loud “booms” at depot
The Blue Grass Army Depot will hold a public information session on Wednesday, April 10 at 2:00 PM to discuss the depot’s open burn and open detonation (OB/OD) operations. The event will take place at the Madison County Joint Information Center, located at 558 S. Keeneland Dr. in Richmond. During the session, BGAD Commander, Colonel […]
Human remains found in burned car in Breathitt County
Kentucky State Police have confirmed to WBON-TV9 that human remains were discovered in a burned vehicle this afternoon in the Southfork community of Breathitt County. According to officials, because of the condition of the remains, it will take some time for a positive identification. Although the family is receiving condolences for their loss tonight on […]
Search on for woman who vanished after stopping at Jackson Marathon
The family of Joanie Campbell, and law enforcement, are desperately searching for her, after she was reported missing this week. Joanie Campbell was last seen at the Marathon in Jackson, Kentucky next to Walgreens on Kentucky Highway 15. That was Thursday afternoon around 2 p.m. Joanie Campbell was last seen in a white 2017 KIA Optima with tinted […]
Captain Manley of Madison County Sheriff’s Office dies after medical episode
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has informed WBON of the passing of one of their officers. According to the sheriff’s office, Captain Sam Manley was eating lunch at a Richmond restaurant when he experienced a medical emergency. Emergency services were called, and Captain Manley was transported to Baptist Health Richmond, escorted by fellow Madison County […]
Body found in Winchester identified, police continue to investigate
The body that was discovered Thursday night around 5:30 in Winchester has been identified as 49-year-old Michael McIntosh. The body has been sent to Frankfurt for an autopsy. McIntosh’s body was found on Redwing Drive near the Valvoline station. No further details are being provided at this time by the Clark County Coroner’s Office and […]
Madison County logs several voter complaints in recent election, 12 counties to be audited by Atty General
The Office of the Attorney General today announced the 12 randomly selected counties that will undergo a post-election audit for the 2023 general election. The 12 counties are: Fayette, Webster, Perry, Fleming, Meade, Greenup, Mercer, Hancock, Johnson, Martin, Oldham, and Grayson. State law requires the Office of the Attorney General to administer post-election inquiries in […]
Man dies in accident today in Estill
A man has died in an accident earlier today in Estill County. Around 12 noon today, authorities responded to Highway 499 (Wisemantown Road ) in the Doug hill area in reference to a one vehicle accident. The driver had left the road and struck a tree. The sole occupant, David Ross age 51 of Irvine, […]
Richmond Police follow blood trail to Turpin Drive Saturday night for arrest
Friday night June 10, 2023, at around 8:30, Richmond police discovered an injured man in the area of Edwards and Third Street in Richmond, allegedly covered in blood from an apparent stab wound to his arm. The victim was taken to Baptist Health Richmond for his wounds. The officers report following a blood trail that […]
Human remains discovered in Garrard, Richmond KSP investigating
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was contacted just before 2:00 pm today Sunday, June 4, 2023, in reference to possible human remains discovered in Garrard County. KSP investigators say human skeletal remains were located in a field off of Crab Orchard Road (KY-39) in Garrard County. The remains were removed by the Garrard County Coroner and […]
Volunteer window now open for PGA’s 2023 Barbasol tourney
The PGA TOUR’s Barbasol Championship announced today that volunteer registration for the 2023 event is now open at https://www.barbasolchampionship.com/volunteer/. The Barbasol Championship is coming off its best year since arriving in Kentucky in 2018 in terms of attendance, television viewership, and the overall excitement brought on by world-class play which saw University of Alabama product Trey […]
Richmond KSP post investigating human remain discovery
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was contacted just before 7:00 pm on Friday, January 20, 2023 in reference to possible human remains discovered in Boyle County. The initial investigation indicates human skeletal remains were located in a field off of Craintown Road in Perryville. The remains were removed by the Boyle County Coroner and will be […]