RPD: “Lump” in Pants Results in Heroin Trafficking Charge for Richmond Man
Richmond Police Department recently took a man into custody after the vehicle he was seen driving was allegedly drifting erratically into other lanes. Police pulled the car over and spoke with the suspect, Joshua Taylor New. The citation states that New had bloodshot eyes, but told the officer that he had simply not slept in […]
Sex Education Beginning in Kindergarten Proposed Statewide
Sexual education starting at the Kindergarten level could be coming to the Commonwealth, following the proposal of House Bill 296. The bill, proposed by Democrat Lisa Willner who represents District 35 in Jefferson County, states that “age and developmentally appropriate” topics would be taught in order to educate children. Representative Willner says that the bill […]
Health Department Warns of Rabies-Infected Dog
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) and the Garrard, Madison and Rockcastle County Health Departments, want to inform the public that a Garrard County dog tested positive for skunk variant rabies. While the dog was not a stray, it was unvaccinated. Family members and vet clinic staff are receiving vaccinations to prevent infection. The […]
Becoming MC Farmer Brown: Educating Kentucky Children about Agriculture Using Hip Hop
Trevor Claiborn, aka MC Farmer Brown, breaks the mold when it comes to agriculture in Kentucky. The Lexington native says that growing up in the inner city had left him with only two seemingly obvious career paths: sports or music. He chose the latter, which took him and friends to Atlanta with their hop hop […]
Berea Police: Man Found in Floor of Business, Cuffed on Ten Drug, Theft Charges
Berea Police recently took a man into custody at the Dollar General after a call came in that he was allegedly seen nodding off after being in the store for over three hours, sitting in the middle of the business’s floor. When they arrived, police were at first unable to get a name and social […]
Estill County Schools Close Friday and Monday
From a press release from Estill County School Superintendent: After monitoring attendance the past few days and several conversations with local health care providers, I have decided that the best course of action for the safety and wellbeing of our students and staff is cancel school on Friday, January 24th and Monday, January 27th. All […]
Fatal Collision on Veterans Memorial Highway in Marion County
From a Kentucky State Police Press Release: The Kentucky State Police investigated a fatal collision on Veterans Memorial Highway this morning at 1:41 a.m. inside Lebanon that closed the road for several hours. Preliminary investigations indicate that 29 year-old Richard Spalding of Loretto was operating a 2011 Ford F-250 traveling south on Veterans Memorial Highway. […]
Madison County EMS, Fire, RPD, Deputies Gather to Honor First Responder’s Funeral
If you are in and around Richmond this afternoon, you will no doubt see an increased presence of first responders. They are gathering for the funeral procession for Garrard County EMS first responder Leslie Johnson. Johnson fought bone cancer before passing at the age of 37 at her parent’s home this past Saturday. The funeral […]
RPD: Altercation Leads to Strangulation and Assault Charges for Richmond Man
A Richmond man was recently taken into custody on charges of strangulation, 4th degree assault, and resisting arrest following a call to Baptist Health Richmond. According to the citation from the Richmond Police Department, officers arrived at the hospital to speak to the victim, who stated that her partner, Carlos Igo, started an altercation when […]
Career Readiness Centers Train Madison County Students for the Workforce
Madison County students are being trained to be better than when it comes to career readiness thanks to the centers here in Richmond and in Berea. WBONtv spoke to Executive Director of Richmond Industrial Development David Stipes, who told us about the new opportunities for students in high schools across Madison County. Not only can […]
Former Judge James Chenault Passes
A longtime Madison County judge has passed away. According to a social media post, Judge James S. Chenault was a local staple not just in the courtroom, but in local organizations such as the Battle of Richmond Association and the Madison County Civil War Roundtable. Chenault was a founding member of the Battlefield association, and […]
Police: Man Arrested on Trafficking Charges, Also Recognized for Previous Criminal Mischief in Richmond
A Richmond man was recently arrested for not one but two occasions in the past month, racking up a total of nine charges. In the most recent instance, Richmond Police Department report that Dustin Isaacs was observed driving on Barnes Mill Road without an illuminated license plate, and then allegedly made multiple traffic violations. Once […]
‘Devastating’ Implications: Sheriff Speaks on $304K Cut to Department
Recently in an unanimous vote, the Madison County Fiscal Court cut the sheriff’s budget by $304,000. Not only will this affect years going forward, but the amount will have to be retroactively deducted from the 2019 budget. According to Sheriff Mike Coyle in a sit down with WBONTV, this cut will cost the sheriff’s department […]
Infant Found Unresponsive with Brain Bleed, Father Jailed
A hospitalization of an unresponsive infant for brain bleed and other head injuries has landed a laurel county man behind bars. The laurel county sheriff’s office reports that deputies were dispatched Tuesday afternoon to a home on Sinking Creek Road, where the infant had been found unresponsive. The baby was transported to St. Joseph Hospital […]
Madison County Fiscal Court awarded emergency road aid funds
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet today announced the Madison County Fiscal Court will receive $43,610 in County Road Aid emergency funds for slide repair on Pilot Knob Cemetery Road (CR 1149). These repairs will make travel safer for cars, school buses and other vehicles that rely upon this highway. “The Transportation Cabinet is pleased to approve […]
EKU Online Degrees Ranked Among Top 50 Best for Vets and Nurses
From a Press Release from Eastern Kentucky University: U.S. News & World Report has once again ranked Eastern Kentucky University’s online degree programs among the best in the nation. EKU is 39th on the list of Best Online Programs for Veterans. The school also made the top 50 list of Best Online Programs in Nursing for the fifth consecutive […]
Berea Woman Hospitalized, Man Jailed Following Alleged Strangulation and Assault
A woman was hospitalized and a man taken to jail on strangulation and assault charges following a scuffle in Berea Sunday. According to the Berea Police citation, officers responded to the scene on Barnes Lane early Sunday morning to the report of an assault, and were met with Marcus Peters. Peters told police that the […]
Update: Jackson County Woman Found After Reportedly Missing
Update: Sarah Carr was found safe Monday night according to the Jackson County Emergency Management Original Story: Jackson County Emergency Management are searching for a missing Jackson County woman. In a Facebook post, Sarah Carr’s family reported that they had not seen her since Saturday. They report that Carr drives a 2013 Dodge Journey with […]
Rockcastle County Man Dead Following Attack with Dog
A man has been declared dead following a dog attack in Rockcastle County. Viewers of WBONtv said that the home on Pug Lane in Conway was taped off and KSP was on the scene Friday morning. Kentucky State Police is currently investigating the death, and WBONtv is awaiting comment.
Lane Closure at Exit 95 Remains in Effect
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that this advisory serves as an update for the I-75 project in Madison County. Thursday, Jan. 9 through Friday, Jan. 10 – currently and until 8 a.m. Friday Interstate 75 – Northbound Exit 95 · a lane closure remains in effect for the left/fast lane at milepoint 95 (the correct milepoint is 95) o the […]
Big Hill Road/KY 21 to Reopen Today
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a continued temporary lane closure on Big Hill Road/KY 21. A collapse had occurred in a portion of the eastbound lane. Repair operations will be completed this evening. Thursday, Jan. 9 – 5 p.m. this evening Big Hill Road/KY 21 · the closed lane at milepoint 12.5 will open o one […]
Lane closure scheduled for I-75 in Madison County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that this advisory serves as an update for the I-75 project in Madison County. Wednesday, Jan. 8 through Friday, Jan. 10 – currently and until 8 a.m. Friday Interstate 75 NB at Exit 95 · a lane closure is in effect for the left/fast lane at milepoint 0.195 o the closure is […]
Following Months-Long Process, EKU Names New Director of Athletics
From a press release from Eastern Kentucky University: EKU has named Matt Roan as Director of Athletics after a two-month search process. Roan returns to EKU after three-plus years as Director of Athletics at Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, La. “Eastern Kentucky University and the region it serves are special places for my family and […]
Waco Man Arrested on Trafficking Methamphetamine, Drug Charges
The Richmond Police Department recently took a Waco man into custody on trafficking in methamphetamine and other drug charges. The citation states that the car that Elbert K. Boggs was in had a cancelled license plate, prompting a traffic stop. When police engaged with the occupants, Boggs was allegedly seen frantically attempting to hide something […]
Update: Former Richmond Teacher Investigated by FBI for Federal Child Pornography Charges
A Richmond teacher formerly of LaFontaine Preparatory School has now been terminated, following a search of his home by FBI officials. Larry Foley was previously a third through fifth grade teacher of Social Studies and Engineering. According to the school’s co-founder, Gus LaFontaine, the judge had previously sealed the court documents, and the nature of […]
