New I.D. Requirement for Unemployment Insurance Claimants Coming Nov. 4
In an effort to mitigate fraud and allow state unemployment officials to focus on assisting Kentuckians with legitimate claims, the Office of Unemployment Insurance will require all claimants to meet a new identity verification requirement beginning this week. Effective Nov. 4, all unemployment insurance claimants who have not verified their identity with ID.me, a third-party […]
MCDC Inmate Escapes, Allegedly Steals County Truck, Found in Ohio
A man that had escaped while on work duty as an inmate at the Madison County Detention Center is now back in custody after he was found in Ohio. According to Kentucky State Police, 45 year old Fredrick Pierce was serving time on a parole violation at Madison County Detention Center when he was working […]
Shocking Photos Posted by Hazard High Show Seemingly Inappropriate “Man Pageant”
An event that took place at Hazard High School where pictures of which were posted on social media has sparked quite the social media firestorm. Tuesday, a “man pageant” was held at the school in the gym, where male students dressed up in bikinis and women’s underwear and appeared to dance on teachers and staff, […]
Paving operations scheduled for Madison County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advises motorists of scheduled paving operations for Madison County. Work includes both Crooksville Road/KY 499 and Dreyfus Road/KY 3376. Alternating lane closures are necessary with motorists allowed to pass through the work zone. Wednesday, October 27 – currently and until 5 p.m. today Thursday, October 28 through Wednesday, November 3 – 8 a.m. until 5 […]
New Furry Staff Member Adopted to Help Inmates at MCDC
The Madison County Detention Center is now hoping to rehabilitate its inmates in a new way. Officials announced that they have adopted the facility’s first rescue animal as part of its new initiative, Paws Behind Bars. The rescue, a dog named Roman, will provide compassion to current inmates. The Detention Center says that the program […]
RPD: Threatening posts not directed towards Madison County Schools
Richmond Police have been working with Madison County school administrators and others regarding a threat made and shared on social media. In an update to the posts on social media that have been circulating, Richmond Police have announced that they believe the social media post originated in St. Joseph, Missouri. They continue, in the post […]
Berea College President Announces Retirement
In a release issued Monday Morning by Berea College: Berea College President Lyle Roelofs has announced his decision to retire, effective June 30, 2023. Roelofs arrived in Berea with his wife, Laurie, in 2012 to serve as the institution’s ninth president. From the very beginning, the Board of Trustees has been consistently impressed and pleased […]
Safely dispose of unused medication this weekend during Drug Take Back Day
If you have any expired, unused, or unwanted medication now is your chance to safely and properly dispose of it. The annual Drug Take Back Day is set for Saturday, October 23 from 10 AM to 2PM. The Richmond Police Department says that this year, they are working with the M.O.R.E. (Madison Opioid Response and […]
More than 60 KY Veterans Recognized in Washington for Honor Flight
A group of more than sixty Kentucky veterans gathered in Washington DC for the honor flight. Senator Mitch Mcconnell was there to greet the vets from all branches of the military, who served in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam traveled to to the capitol to visit the memorials built in their honor. Mcconnell released […]
UK President Announces Steps Taken Following Student’s Death
The President of University of Kentucky has announced some revised rules following the death of 18 year old Thomas Lofton Hazlewood. President Eli Capilouto said the university has worked to stay committed to timely and transparent communication following the death of Hazlewood.He continued that meetings have taken place with the Fraternity and Sorority Life student […]
Madison County Announces Passing of Magistrate Reynolds
Madison County Fiscal Court has announced today the death of Magistrate Paul Reynolds, who had only been representing his area since the death of Larry Combs in December of last year. In a statement issued to social media, Madison County Government stated: “It is with the heaviest of hearts that the Madison County Fiscal Court […]
High Speed Pursuit/manhunt Friday night in Estill County
According to police, there is currently an ongoing drug investigation by the Irvine Police Department into the alleged sale of fentanyl and heroin in Estill County. The investigation resulted in a chase Friday night involving two suspects. Police report to WBONTV that the investigation focused on a subject coming into Estill County from Lexington. As […]
KYTC: Clays Ferry Project Completed, Explanation as to Need
Operations which began back on Sunday, August 1, for the Clays Ferry bridge deck overlay project are now finished. The Clays Ferry Bridge was completed in the mid 1990’s with the original deck still remaining. After 25 years of usage the deck needed to be conditioned with an overlay. A deck overlay is a preventative […]
Suspect located, charged with Murder a year after shooting
Almost a year to the day that a deadly shooting occurred, Richmond Police report they have the suspect in custody. According to RPD, on October 11, 2021, Richmond Police arrested 24-year-old Camron C. Thomas of both Richmond and Versailles in connection with the homicide of 59-year-old Freddie Biggs. The shooting occurred on October 9, 2020. […]
KSP Announces Traffic Safety Checkpoints
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post, which provides coverage for Madison, Clark, Estill, Lee, Owsley, Jackson, Mercer, Boyle, Lincoln, Garrard and Jessamine counties, will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints at locations approved by the Kentucky State Police Policy and Procedures Manual. These checkpoints will be conducted in an effort to enforce the traffic laws […]
Man charged with 17 Counts of Wanton Endangerment After Allegedly Firing Rifle
On Monday night, deputies with the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39 year-old Roger Dale Williams following reported shots fired. The arrest occurred near Drew Lane, after deputies were dispatched to investigate a complaint of an out-of-control subject firing a gun out of the window of his home. Upon deputies’ arrival at the scene, family […]
$10K reward offered for information regarding murder
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office has announced that a $10,000 reward is being offered in exchange for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the parties involved in the murder of 62 year old Brian McCarty of London. McCarty was found deceased from multiple gunshot wounds in his home near Maple Grove Road on […]
Richmond City Hall to Reopen to Public Friday
Beginning Friday, October 1st, the lobby of City Hall will be reopened to the public; citizens doing business at City Hall are encouraged to continue to follow the CDC guidelines, including wearing a mask when inside City Hall. Anyone seeking to do business at City Hall can still call 859-623-1000 to schedule an appointment. The […]
Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Day Saturday
Madison County residents may dispose of household hazardous waste (HHW) materials on Saturday, October 2nd between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. This FREE event is presented by Madison County Fiscal Court in partnership with the energy and environment cabinet’s division of waste management and Kentucky Pride fund. Bring items to the Madison County Road Department […]
2nd MCDC Escapee Captured after almost a Month on the Loose
According to authorities, after a search that began on September 2nd, the second escapee was captured on September 28th around 11:00 a.m. Richmond Police report that they arrested 32-year-old Justin Richardson of Richmond. According to police, he was returned to the Madison County Detention Center. Richardson was also charged with: Possession of a controlled substance […]
Retraction: Man Charged with Alleged Criminal Abuse and Strangulation
Earlier today, WBONTV had misstated in the story headline a charge this individual was facing regarding the alleged criminal abuse and strangulation of a child. WBONTV regrets this error. Here is the updated story: A Richmond man was recently taken into custody and charged with 1st degree Criminal Abuse of a child under the age […]
Murder Investigation Underway in Laurel County
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office report that they are conducting a murder investigation following the discovery of a deceased male subject found on Saturday, September 25th, at approximately 10:56 AM. According to police, a sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to conduct a welfare check on Bryan McCarty after a business associate noted he missed a business […]
Man Arrested for Alleged Strangulation, Abuse of a 2 Year Old
A Richmond man was recently taken into custody and charged with 1st degree Criminal Abuse of a child under the age of 12 and 1st degree Strangulation by Richmond Police. According to the citation, police arrived to the area of Villa Drive in Richmond following the call of an unresponsive 2-year-old. However, the child was […]
McConnell receives booster shot, urges others to do the same
Today on the Senate Floor, Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced that he was pleased to have received the booster shot to fight COVID-19. He said, “I’m glad to share that a few minutes ago, I received a booster vaccination for COVID-19. All throughout the pandemic, I’ve followed the best advice from experts and especially from […]
New Data: Facebook Number 1 App for Scammers
A study ranks the 10 apps where people are being scammed the most in 2021 and Facebook came in at No. 1. A record $4.2 billion was lost to online scams in 2020 and Kentucky is the No. 40 most-scammed state with victims losing $12 million. Scammers have grown more sophisticated attacking people where they least expect […]
