Sheriff’s Department Explains School Resource Officers and Tips Following School Shootings
2018 has already seen 8 school shootings in the first seven weeks of the year, the most recent being yesterday in Florida. WBON-TV spoke to Deputy Michael Stotts of the Madison County Sheriff’s Department who explained which school areas the Madison County Sheriff’s Department controls, which include 3 elementary schools, and soon the 4th when […]
Two Taken Into Custody Following Child’s Death: UPDATE
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was contacted on Monday, February 12, 2018 after a two year old child was taken to the University of Kentucky Hospital with life-threatening injuries, where the child later died. The initial investigation alleges that the two year old’s injuries were sustained while in the care of a 31 […]
Footage From Fast Moving Flood Waters in Irvine
From Estill County EMA/CSEPP: · As of 10:15am KY River is at 25.28ft · River is expected to crest at 27.2ft this evening · Roads that are currently flooded: Red Lick Rd., Millers Creek Rd., Dark Hollow, Noland Creek, Murphy’s Ford and Sang Branch. · FLOOD WARNING until 2-14-2018 · We ask that residents in […]
Estill Flooding
Watch below!
Richmond City Manager Richard Thomas Resigns
WBONTV.com has learned Richmond City Manager, Richard Thomas has resigned with an effective date of April 27, 2018.
‘Armed and Dangerous’ Boyle County Man Sought By Police
A Danville man described as armed and dangerous is sought by the Boyle County Sheriff in related to a kidnapping and assault case. Law enforcement reports that 22 year old Kyle Smith assaulted a woman after she dropped her children off at a daycare in Danville. According to the victim, she was forced into a […]
Full List of Candidates for All 2018 Local Elections
MADISON COUNTY COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE Reagan Taylor Republican Aubrey Maffett Democrat MAGISTRATE 1 Larry L. Combs Democrat Robert “Bob” New Republican MAGISTRATE 2 Roger D. Barger Republican Scott Johnson Democrat Shane Patrick O’Donley Republican Bruce W. Barnes Democrat MAGISTRATE 3 John C. Tudor Democrat Billy Ray Hughes Republican MAGISTRATE 4 Tom Botkin Republican Greg King […]
Fatal Wreck in Waco
Traffic was at a standstill this morning following a fatal wreck in Waco near Irvine Road. WBON-TV spoke with Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison for further details.
Berea Police Respond to Last Night’s Murder
Update to stabbing from press release from the Berea Police Department: Last night, at around 9:30pm officers responded to an assault call in the 100 block of Dinsmore Street in Berea. When they arrived, one of the subjects involved had been stabbed and had severe injuries. He was transported to the University of Kentucky hospital […]
Update to Deadly Berea Stabbing: Suspect Facing Murder Charges
Update to stabbing from press release from the Berea Police Department: Last night, at around 9:30pm officers responded to an assault call in the 100 block of Dinsmore Street in Berea. When they arrived, one of the subjects involved had been stabbed and had severe injuries. He was transported to the University of Kentucky hospital […]
Family Safe After Fire on South Killarney Lane
This morning, Richmond Fire Department responded to an apartment fire on South Killarney Lane. One room was reported fully involved, and the damage could possibly be extensive throughout the multi-unit home. First responders announced that all were removed safely from the home as the firefighters continued to fight the blaze. Had it not been for […]
Mayor Jim Barnes Announces He’s Not Running Again
Watch the Mayor’s Announcement below!
Statement From KSP Regarding Last Night’s Jackson Co. Father-Son Shooting Murder
Last night in Jackson county, KSP arrived at the scene in Jackson County to a 44 year old man shot to death by his father. Trooper Robert Purdy of Kentucky State Police explains: Updates to murder investigation from Kentucky State Police: The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was called just after 5:00 pm yesterday evening […]
Overturned Camper on I-75
WOW take a look at the traffic backed up on I-75 southbound. I recorded this while heading the opposite direction from that overturned camper at mile marker 104, that’s where the interstate is down to one lane creating quite a mess. @LEX18News #18StormTracker pic.twitter.com/J23t0qXZi8 — Kylen Mills LEX 18 (@KylenMills) January 16, 2018 Take a […]
Madison County Road Department Explains Tonight’s Game Plan
The winter weather is well on its way, so Madison County roads department administrator Scott Shepherd explained that all his trucks will be out tonight, and his crews have been gearing up for the wintry mix. All trucks are on call and ready to go when the weather worsens, which according to the current timeline, […]
National Weather Service Issues Timeline for Wintry Mix
As the winter weather moves into Central Kentucky, the National Weather service worked to prepare emergency responders in the area. According to the information provided, rain will begin early this morning, then transition to a wintry mix up until noon. Friday afternoon, it will turn to freezing rain and around this time will be crossing […]
Fatal Crash On I-75 – Lanes Closed
Interstate 75 south bound at the 64 mile marker is blocked after a single-vehicle fatal accident. Crews estimate one lane will be closed for around two hours. Use caution in the area.
WBON-TV’s Most Memorable News Stories of 2017 Countdown
It has been six months since WBON-TV began bringing the greater Richmond area the best in local news and feature stories. Taking a look back at a successful 2017, News Director Marisa Hempel counts down some of the most memorable stories of the year. Starting off at number 10, As part of the get to […]
Hiker Rescued From Pinnacles
(Courtesy LEX18) BEREA, Ky. (LEX 18) — A woman has been rescued after falling at Berea Pinnacles in Madison County and spending a frigid night with broken leg. Authorities say the woman is lucky to be alive after she fell around 6 p.m. Sunday evening, tumbling about 60 feet and breaking her femur. The […]
Gov. Bevin Names Kevin Williams as Judge/Executive of Estill County
From a press release from the Governor’s office: Gov. Matt Bevin has named Kevin Williams, of Irvine, as Judge-Executive of Estill County, replacing Wallace Taylor, who has resigned. Williams is a lifelong resident of Estill County and previously served as a member of the Irvine City Council from 1990 to 1994. He was subsequently elected […]
Fire in Berea on Haiti Road.
A fire was ablaze today on Haiti Road in Berea, Apparently a house was on fire and it spread to the surrounding woods around the house. Berea firefighters were on the scene along with some bystanders who stood by and watched the fire take place. After a couple of hours it looks like the fire […]
Wreck On Southbound I-75
Wreck on Southbound I-75, beware and drive safe, expect delays
Atlanta International Without Power – Watch LIVE!
LIVE VIDEO: Planes at a standstill on taxiways at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport due to power outage
UPDATE: Estill Fire Victim Passed From Injuries
The victim of an Estill county fire that occurred Monday has died from his injuries. The fire occurred at the Stacy Lane Apartment off of Richmond road, and had started in a ground floor unit. Several other adjacent units were seriously damaged. The man who was found by first responders trapped in one of the […]
Investigation Underway at Trench Collapse Site
Richmond police and the Occupational safety and health administration are now investigating the trench collapse that occurred in Richmond yesterday. A man died while he was was working in the ditch when it collapsed around him. According to the coroner, the victim has been identified as 38 year old Loren Richmond. Coroner Jimmy Cornelison said […]
