Irvine couple charged with theft of over $19,000 from elderly person’s account
Tuesday June 21, 2022, the Irvine Police Department received a complaint of suspicious activity on a bank account belonging to an elderly person. Sgt. Hensley reportedly estimated at least $19,160.00 had been illegally obtained from the account via unauthorized checks. Placed under arrest were Brandi Farthing, 42, and Paul Descoteaux, 53, both of EdgeWater Drive […]
Rescue teams called to assist woman who went over 50 foot embankment in Wolfe County
Monday around 5:00 p.m., Wolfe County Search and Rescue team was requested by EMS to help evacuate a 52yr old female who was injured after her vehicle ran off the road and over a 50 foot embankment on Bethesda Mission Road. Team members arrived on scene, and with assistance from Breathitt Wolfe EMS, Wolfe County […]
Another motorcyclist killed in crash on US 25 this morning
A fatal traffic crash is under investigation by the Laurel County Sheriff’s office. Sheriff John Root is reporting they are investigating a two vehicle traffic accident that resulted in the death of one. The traffic fatality crash occurred on US 25 near the intersection of Glenview Road approximately 2 miles north of London on Tuesday […]
KSP ramping up safety enforcement on commercial vehicles on roadways today through Thursday
Kentucky State Police (KSP) Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers will be participating in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Operation SafeDRIVE this year. (Distracted Reckless Impaired Visibility Enforcement) from June 21-23. This enforcement campaign targets unsafe driving behavior that often leads to crashes involving passenger cars and commercial vehicles. It complements national efforts to educate all drivers on how to […]
Federal offices/Post offices closed Monday for first observance of new national holiday “Juneteenth”
This reminder, all Federal offices including Post Offices will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022, in observance of Juneteenth. There will be no mail delivery, caller service, or Post Office Box service. All services will resume on Tuesday, June 21. Post Offices will be open regularly scheduled hours on Saturday, June 18. Juneteenth, the […]
Missing Georgetown woman last seen in Richmond
The Georgetown Police Department is searching for 32 year old Shaunna Yake. Shaunna is 5 foot 4 inches, 190 lbs. and has hazel eyes. Shaunna was last seen January 18th of this year in Richmond. If you have information about Shaunna or her location, please call Georgetown Police at 502-863-7820 and you can remain anonymous. […]
Vehicle sought suspected to be related to catalytic converter thefts in area.
Officer Yancey with Richmond Police Department is requesting any information from the public regarding the pictured vehicle, which they say, is possibly involved in catalytic converters thefts. If you have any information or can assist, please contact Officer Yancey at tyancey@richmond.ky.us or call dispatch at 859-624-4776
***UPDATE***: Victim Identified in Motorcycle Wreck on 421
***Full report from KSP: Marisa HempelNews DirectorWallingford BroadcastingWBON-TV, WCYO, WLFX, WEKY, WKXO, WIRV Richmond, Ky. (June 14, 2022) – The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was notified just before 8:00 a.m. this morning, of a collision on Battlefield Memorial Highway (US-421) near Battlefield Park, in Richmond. The initial investigation indicates a 2022 Kawasaki motorcycle operated […]
Bereans asked to conserve energy to avoid possible electric blackouts during heatwave
Berea Municipal Utilities is informing customers that they have been notified by Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) that their electric service area will be under a maximum generation capacity advisory Wednesday starting at 8 AM until further notice. Due to an ongoing heat wave stretching across the large portion of the US the MISO market […]
Reported shots fired, large police presence on Richmond’s Boggs Lane
**UPDATE: Officers responded to the scene due to report of gunfire. However, upon arrival officers interviewed both parties that had been involved in a verbal altercation around that time period. Police continue that both parties denied that a firearm was involved or had been fired. The investigation is ongoing. Richmond Police and other first responders […]
Victoria Benge honored with Director of the Year award by CASA/GAL
Victoria Benge, executive director of CASA of Madison County and Clark Counties, a local organization that works with children who have experienced abuse or neglect, has been named Kappa Alpha Theta Program Director of the Year by the National Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian Ad Litem (CASA/GAL) Association for Children. The announcement was made during the […]
Search on in Jackson County for missing Annville boy **FOUND**
UPDATED 12:04 – Jackson County EMA states the mother has been in contact with Daniel and he has been located and ok. ORIGINAL STORY Jackson County authorities have initiated a search for a missing Jackson County youth. Jackson County EMA states Daniel Gregory was last seen between 5:30 pm and 6pm Monday 06/06/22. The boy […]
Berea woman facing charges of first-degree criminal abuse of child
Manita Collins, 36 years old of Berea, is now facing two charges stemming from abuse of a child. According to the citation, video captured the abuse that led to the arrest. Social services then intervened and interviewed the child who reportedly said Collins smacked them in the face, pinched the child’s arms and ears, and […]
Officer involved shooting results in death in Laurel
The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 11 in London has been requested by the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office to investigate an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Tuesday, May 31, around 2:40 p.m. in Laurel County. KSP Post 11 troopers and detectives responded to the scene, and the investigation into the incident remains ongoing. Laurel County Coroner Doug Bowling pronounced 46-year-old Andy Brock deceased at the […]
Commencements this week at EKU’s Alumni, expect increased traffic and delays on bypass
This Friday and Saturday is Commencements at EKU’s Alumni Coliseum in Richmond and traffic will be affected on the Eastern Bypass, so expect some delays. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 7 reports, local police will be directing traffic at the following intersections for high school graduations scheduled at the EKU Alumni Coliseum:• the bypass at […]
Early morning blaze in South Irvine destroys home
A reportedly abandoned house in South Irvine is a total loss following an early morning blaze today. According to Estill County Fire Department, a motorist going to work was the first to report the call around 4 a.m. this morning. The witness stated the structure was fully engulfed. Minutes later, when fire crews arrived, the […]
Overdose investigation in Powell leads to arrest of alleged trafficker
According to the Powell County Sheriff’s office, early this Wednesday morning, 5/25/22 at approximately 3:00am, Deputy Hunter Martin arrested 53 year old Bobby Watkins of Powell County, who, according to the report, was found to be in possession of suspected Methamphetamine and Fentanyl. The Department had been investigating a recent overdoes case and adds they […]
Brand new stolen truck, person of interest sought by Georgetown Police
The Georgetown Police Department is working an investigation into a stolen vehicle and needs to speak with the individual pictured here on the bicycle, and find the vehicle in the pictures. The vehicle is a black 2022 Chevy Silverado High Country and is stolen. If you recognize this person or see this vehicle, please call […]
Coroner and large law presence remain on scene at deceased Jessamine County Sheriffs home
Nicholasville Police, State Police, Jessamine County Sheriff’s units, and the Jessamine County Coroner have all descended at the home of Jessamine County Sheriff, Kevin Corman on Maple Street since around 4 this afternoon. It is now confirmed that Sheriff Corman has died, of what is reported to be natural causes. Corman, a beloved and respected […]
Week-long closure of KY 613 in Powell County postponed yet again
The week-long closure of KY 613 (North Fork Road) in the Red River Gorge in Powell County, originally scheduled to begin May 19 and rescheduled for Monday, May 23, has been postponed yet again. The new date for work to begin is now Monday, May 30. That according to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 10. The […]
**Update: Subject Arrested During Madison County pursuit of vehicle on I-75
**Update**: The Madison County Sheriff’s Office was involved in a pursuit on I-75 Friday, May 20, 2022, at 2:22 p.m. Deputy Jeremey Hamilton with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on Chestnut Street in Berea for traffic violations. During the traffic stop, Deputy Hamilton determined the driver had multiple active warrants. Deputy […]
Final election results from Rockcastle County
Final election results for Estill County
Final Garrard County election results
