MCSO: Drugs Discovered During Traffic Stop of Winchester Woman
A Madison County Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop in the area of Irvine Road and Robbinsville Loop over the weekend which led to the discovery of narcotics. Following the request of a K9 unit, MCSO K9 Deputy Kermeen and K9 Bo responded to the scene, where Bo was deployed to conduct a free air […]
Football Highlights: Berea Middle vs. Foley
The Foley Warriors met the Berea Pirates on their home field last night as the two teams gave an exciting look into what the future may hold for Madison County high school athletics. Watch the highlights of the game in the video above, and catch live sports broadcasts on our Facebook, YouTube, and Roku channels!
Domestic Dispute Ends in the Arrest of Richmond Man
This past Saturday, the Richmond Police Department report responding to the area of Cottonwood Drive in reference to a domestic dispute. During the investigation, 51 year old Timothy Jones denied any physical altercation, while his daughter stated that her step mom, 49 year old Leslie Adams, struck Jones in the bedroom while Jones reportedly yelled […]
Rockcastle County Man Charged in Hellard Murder Investigation
Kentucky State Police have arrested a man in connection to a fatal stabbing which happened in Mt. Vernon last month. 26 year-old Arturo Perez was taken into custody Tuesday night before being charged with the murder of 54 year-old Famey Hellard. Hellard was reportedly found dead inside her business, The Glitter Box, in September. According […]
Halloween in a Drive-Thru: More Details on Richmond Parks and Rec’s 2020 Hoe-Down Event
The Fall season is always one of the busiest and most anticipated times on the Richmond Parks and Recreation event calendar. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, changes have had to be made to ensure a more safe environment for all. The format of the Halloween Hoe-Down will now be a drive-thru event with local […]
Irvine Man Charged with DUI After Allegedly Endangering Estill Co. High School Marching Band Members
Irvine Police arrested a man early Tuesday morning following an incident involving the Estill County High School Marching Band during a practice session at Estill Springs Elementary School. Authorities say that 52 year-old William Caudill drove his car while under the influence of alcohol from the parking lot area of the school onto the football […]
Attempted Burglary Results in Fatal Estill County Shooting
Kentucky State Police, Post 7 is currently investigating a shooting incident that happened early Tuesday morning at an Estill County apartment. KSP investigators say their initial investigation indicates that three armed men, entered a residence occupied by two individuals, at which time an altercation occurred and multiple shots were fired. As a result, all three […]
Richmond Woman Charged with Assault Following Reported Attack with Hammer
After a fight in the Villa Drive area was reported over the weekend, Richmond Police Department officials were dispatched to investigate the complaint. When authorities arrived to the scene, they observed the victim who had red marks on their face. The victim told police that Gabrielle Caldwell had struck their face with a hammer and […]
KSP Program Has Assisted Over 1,000 Domestic Violence Victims
The month of October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time set aside to acknowledge domestic violence survivors and be a voice for the victims. Domestic violence is prevalent in any community, including many places in Kentucky, and affects people of different gender, age and race. “Domestic violence doesn’t discriminate between socio-economic status, race […]
Ole Miss offense to provide challenge for UK in home opener
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — The competition doesn’t get any easier for Kentucky. A week following a 29-13 loss to No. 8 Auburn, the Wildcats open the home portion of the schedule Saturday against Mississippi, which features one of the top-ranked offenses in the country. Although the Rebels (0-1) suffered a […]
Joey Gatewood receives waiver
LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Mark Stoops has another option at quarterback this season. University of Auburn transfer Joey Gatewood received a waiver and was declared eligible by the NCAA and the Southeastern Conference Wednesday night. “We’re thankful that the SEC Presidents and Commissioner Greg Sankey took into account the unique circumstances around this season.” Kentucky […]
Laurel Co. Sheriff’s Office: Convicted Felon Threatens Woman with Axe
Laurel County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to Tom Cat Trail in response to a reportedly “out of control” male subject in the area late Tuesday evening. Authorities learned that a female subject and a 10 year-old child had fled from the man, later identified as 52 year-old Donald Elkins, into a nearby wooded area. It […]
Calipari says he has date set for UK-Louisville game … if it happens
If virus keeps Cards from playing, UK coach has another team to plug in By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — The date and time is set for Kentucky’s annual rivalry game with Louisville this season. “We have the date and the time and unless that changes, if they choose not to play, […]
Stoops: Mistakes in loss at Auburn easily noticeable, but correctable
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Kentucky doesn’t have much time to dwell on what went wrong in the season opener last weekend. After reviewing film from a 29-13 loss to Auburn, coach Mark Stoops said the team’s two turnovers — an interception and a fumble — were “very noticeable” and added […]
Calipari fully expects to play instate game at Louisville this season
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Kentucky coach John Calipari fully expects to play at Louisville this season despite concerns from Cardinals coach Chris Mack. “Chris and I have talked and he expressed his concerns,” Calipari told the Louisville Courier-Journal Friday. “While I understand the difficulty and the complications created by the […]
No room for error, Stoops wants UK to ‘come out swinging’ in opener
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Coach Mark Stoops doesn’t want Kentucky to waste any time when the 23rd-ranked Wildcats open the season Saturday at No. 8 Auburn. “It’s the opener,” Stoops said earlier this week. “We’re on the road and it’s an early kickoff, so starting fast is key. You’ve got […]
Laurel County Sheriff’s Office: Out of State Trio Arrested on Drug Charges
One Indiana man and a pair from Tennessee were arrested in Laurel County early Tuesday morning. Laurel Sheriff’s Deputies located a suspicious vehicle in a business parking lot off KY 770 occupied by three individuals. During the police investigation, all three occupants were determined to be under the influence by officers. According to the citation; […]
Paris Man Charged with Murder Following Suspected Weekend Shooting
Officials from the Paris Police Department and Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a reported shooting Sunday evening which took place at a Turner Street residence. Through investigation, authorities concluded that an altercation between the victim and 26 year-old Jairum Cloud led to a second incident where Cloud is suspected to have shot the […]
Estill County Government Among Parties to Receive CARES Act Funding
Today, Gov. Andy Beshear named 18 Eastern Kentucky governments that have been approved for $2,789,546 in reimbursements from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act for local governments with expenses related to COVID-19. “Our local governments have been important partners during our fight against COVID-19,” said Gov. Beshear. “They have helped enforce guidelines, […]
Alleged Assault Lands London Man Behind Bars
Following a report of an injury assault, Laurel County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a south London residence located on Barbourville Road Thursday morning. When officers arrived at the scene, they located a female victim who appeared to have a broken nose. The suspect had apparently fled into the residence when police arrived. The male […]
Gov. Beshear to Lead Statewide Moment of Silence Commemorating Events of 9/11
Gov. Andy Beshear is expected to lead a statewide moment of silence today to pay tribute to the victims and honor the survivors of the terror attacks that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001. The moment of silence will begin at 8:46 a.m. EDT to correspond with the moment American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North […]
Richmond Police: Man Steals Beef Jerky While Under the Influence
An officer from the Richmond Police Department was recently dispatched to the East Main Street Family Dollar location following a reported robbery involving an allegedly intoxicated male subject. The store clerk told police that they observed Delver Isaacs stealing six beef jerky sticks, and attempted to stop him from leaving the store. Isaccs then reportedly […]
Beattyville Man Accused of Shooting Pregnant Girlfriend
Kentucky State Police, Post 7 have arrested a man that is accused of shooting his pregnant girlfriend over the Labor Day weekend. Skyler Reese was discovered shot in the head at a Lee County home in Beattyville on September 4th. Police have charged Reese’s boyfriend, Logan Biggs, in connection to the shooting. A close family […]
Clay County Man Allegedly Burned Truck to Evade Arrest
Investigators with the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office are in the process of locating a male suspect accused of criminal mischief. According to police, 41 year-old Tommy Vaughn of Manchester is connected to several area burglaries, in addition to having an outstanding criminal mischief warrant. Authorities say that Vaughn apparently burned his vehicle in an attempt […]
Snack Production Facility to Open in Winchester
Gov. Andy Beshear and executives from Wilde Brands Inc., a producer of high-protein, keto-diet-friendly snack chips made from all-natural chicken breast, announced plans for a $9.78 million, 50-job production and distribution facility in Clark County today. To create a healthier alternative to potato chips, Wilde Brands developed a proprietary production process using custom-engineered manufacturing equipment […]
