KSP Seeks Suspect in Boyle County Alleged Arson, Offers Reward
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post is investigating a fire that damaged a residence on Hickory Lane in Junction City, during the early morning hours of Saturday, June 23, 2018. The first call to 911 was reported just after 12:45 am, and when the fire was extinguished first responders noticed that the majority of the […]
Swift Water Rescue Training at the Clark Co. Fire Department
Captain Steve Asbury provides some information about the 3 day swift water rescue training program being taught at the Clark Co. Fire Department The rest of the training will continue throughout the weekend
Afternoon Headlines: Former Richmond Firefighter Indicted on 14 Counts of Incest, Brookelyn Farthing 5 Years, Slade Opening, Clark Co. Firefighter Training
Afternoon Headlines Friday 6/22/18: Former Richmond Firefighter Indicted on 14 Counts of Incest, Brookelyn Farthing 5 Years, Slade Opening, Clark Co. Firefighter Training
Afternoon Headlines: 7 Children Removed From ‘Deplorable’ Home, 50 Mayors Meet in Richmond Today, Infected Bats, Attempted Murder By Drowning, Deadly Wreck Name Released
Afternoon Headlines 6/21/18: 7 Children Removed From ‘Deplorable’ Home, 50 Mayors Meet in Richmond Today, Infected Bats, Attempted Murder By Drowning, Deadly Wreck Name Released
UPDATE VIDEO FROM Sheriff Deputy: Two Women Arrested After Child Found Naked, Alone in Richmond Street
Statement from Deputy Michael Stotts Two Madison County women are now in custody after a child was discovered running on Merrick drive naked and was nearly hit by a car. According to the Madison county sheriff’s department, they arrived at the home of 30 year old Krystyn Lawson to find six other children living in […]
Petting Zoo at the Richmond and Berea Public Libraries
The Madison County Public library hosted a petting zoo for the opportunity to pet and feed a variety of animals outside the Library! Owsley Fork Farm will be bringing miniature goats, sheep, and llamas for a day of fun. The next petting zoo will be in Berea from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Afternoon Headlines 6-20-18: Drugs Thrown Overboard, Murder Pleas Entered for Laurel County Murder, Berea Budget, Over 800 Hep A Cases
Afternoon Headlines 6-20-18: Drugs Thrown Overboard, Murder Pleas Entered for Laurel County Murder, Berea Budget, Over 800 Hep A Cases
Can You Dig It? EKU Works Archeological Site in Jackson County
WBONtv was in Daniel boone national forest to check out an archeological dig site in Jackson county, where EKU students have been working to excavate artifacts that had been hidden away in Sandgap for thousands of years. Watch the story for the up close looks at some of the ancient items that were dug […]
Contents of Richmond Applebee’s to be Auctioned off Monday
Afternoon Headlines 6-19-18: Man Allegedly Drugs and Stalks ex, Missing Woman Case Turns into Murder Investigation, Ancient Artifacts in Jackson County, Budget meeting in Berea
Afternoon Headlines 6-19-18: Man stalks and drugs ex, Missing woman case turns into murder investigation, Ancient artifacts in Jackson county, Budget meeting in Berea
Afternoon Headlines 6-18-18: Caged daughter, EKU band marches on, Three men charged with felony assault, Missing women in Laurel county
Afternoon Headlines 6-18-18: Caged child, EKU band marches on, Three men charged with felony assault, Missing women in Laurel county
EKU Band Will March On
After being announced as suspended much to the dismay of many musical colonels, the eastern Kentucky University Marching Band has announced that they are making a comeback. The Marching colonels put out a call, stating that the free elective class needs enrollment, regardless of major, now that it will be returning in 2018. High school […]
Daughter Discovered in Crude Cage in Richmond
A husband and wife are now locked up here in Richmond after a welfare check at their home led to the discovery of their daughter locked in a cage. Richmond police report that Shannon and Tito Felix are now facing charges of criminal abuse and unlawful imprisonment after their daughter, who is over the age […]
Weekend Arrests: Driving under the influence, Methamphetamine Possession, Murder, Concealed handgun poss by convicted felon
Kevin Abney Booking Date: 6-16-18 Charges: Operating Motor vehicle while under the influence, Trafficking Controlled substance 1st degree, Carrying a concealed weapon, possession of handgun by convicted felon James Clark Booking Date: 6-16-18 Charges: Poss of controlled substance, 1st degree (methamphetamine), Drug Paraphernalia, Poss of Marijuana, Failure to appear Citation for misdemeanor Leonard Dyer Booking […]
Afternoon Headlines 6-15-18: Sweeps Postponed, Drive by Shooting, Hep A Vaccines, The Dark Knight Rises in Richmond
Afternoon Headlines 6-15-18: Sweeps Postponed, Drive by Shooting, Hep A Vaccines, The Dark Knight Rises in Richmond
Gotham’s Knight makes a stop in Richmond
Batman left his city of crime to spread hope and awareness for children in need. The famous bat mobile could be seen in the First Christian Church parking lot today along with a crowd of kids and adults to get their picture taken with the caped crusader. The Madison County public library helped fund the […]
Honoring the Flag: Flag Day in front of the Madison County Courthouse
Today in Downtown Richmond, Citizens Gathered outside of the Courthouse to honor the American flag for this years flag day During the Ceremony, Boy scout troop 2014 retired the old flag in front of the Courthouse. Before hoisting a new one The troop Explained the Meaning of Each fold in the 13 folds of the […]
Afternoon Headlines 6-14-18: High Speed Chase in Lincoln Co, Recycling plant Reopens after fire, Mom and Grandma Arrested, Flag day!!
Afternoon Headlines 6-14-18: High Speed Chase in Lincoln Co, Recycling plant Reopens after fire, Mom and Grandma Arrested, Flag day!!
Lions Club of Richmond Explains Significance of Flag Day
If you aren’t aware, today, June 14th, is Flag Day. The Lion’s club of Richmond puts up flags all around town six times a year, including today. The flags, which can be seen prominently at the courthouse among other areas, are sponsored by both businesses and private parties. They explain how this is one of […]
Afternoon Headlines 6-13-18: Richmond selects a New City Manager, Euthanization date cancelled for Estill Animals, Mitch McConnell works to legalize hemp, Fourth arrested in kidnapping
Afternoon Headlines 6-13-18: Richmond selects a New City Manager, Euthanization date cancelled for Estill Animals, Mitch McConnell works to legalize hemp, Fourth arrested in kidnapping
Euthanization Date Cancelled: But Still Lots of Fur Babies in Need of Homes at Estill Shelter
After a large influx of kittens turned up at the Estill Animal Shelter in Ravenna this week, Shelter officials had set a euthanization date as they simply had no room to house all the furry friends. Director Tommy Mullen told WBON-tv they even had to house the cats in the dog kennels because of lack […]
Afternoon Headlines: New Animal Cruelty Charges, Richmond Man Nearly Hits Officers, Adult Kidnapping, Playthink Fest
Afternoon Headlines 6/12/18: New Animal Cruelty Charges, Richmond Man Nearly Hits Officers, Adult Kidnapping, Playthink Fest
Playthink Festival Kicks off Tomorrow in Berea with Over 1400 Expected to Attend
The seventh annual Playthink Festival kicks off tomorrow in Berea. Don’t know what Playthink is? It is a weekend-long festival that features not just live music, but nearly 30 vendors as well as tons of activities for the entire family. Wbontv went down to the site in the heart of Berea’s mountains at homegrown hideaways […]
New Charges Filed in Dog Video Case
Previous Mugshot New animal cruelty charges resulted in a Richmond man coming to court, and then being taken into custody for a short period of time. Robert Lopez was originally arrested last month, after Wbontv’s video footage of dogs that allegedly belonged to him on his back deck fighting violently was released. Lopez appeared […]
The Future of the Dock at Wilgreen Lake in Madison County Floats in the Balance
Now that the summer months are in full swing, you may have recently visited a bit of a hidden gem in Madison County: Wilgreen Lake. However, the dock there was deemed unsafe to walk on and has been closed for quite some time. The small lake is still open for business however, and the boat […]
