Richmond man gets 8-year sentence for firearm thefts from local pawn shops
A Richmond man, Christopher David Taylor, age 39, was sentenced to 94 months on Wednesday by U.S. District Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove. Taylor was convicted on two counts of theft from a federally licensed firearms dealer, and one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. According to his plea agreement, on January 4, 2023, law enforcement […]
5 shot, 9 vehicles struck, suspect still at large in I-75 shooting spree
The primary suspect in an interstate shooting spree remains at large Sunday morning. The incident, that has made national news, began Saturday. That’s when Laurel County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a gunshot victim complaint on I–75 at exit 49, approximately 8 miles north of London. That initial call came in around 5:30 p.m. According […]
Single vehicle accident results in death of Madison County woman
A one vehicle accident today around 3:30, has claimed the life of Madison County woman. Authorities confirm that 41-year-old Jennifer Greenwood, of Alexander Road (just off Owsley Fork Road) died on the scene of the accident. Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison got the call shortly after the accident. Greenwood apparently left the roadway and struck […]
Traffic stop yields substantial drugs in Montgomery County
While conducting a traffic stop on Camargo Road in Montgomery County yesterday, Deputy Wilson, Deputy Bartley, and Sgt. Garland, of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, located a large quantity of suspected cocaine as well as Psilocybin Mushrooms. The suspect, 45-year-old Michael A. Hickey of Morehead, was found to be in possession of 27 grams of […]
London Police searching for two missing juveniles
Naveah McDermott, age 17, and Emonie Adams, age 16, have been reported as missing to the London Police Department. Both females were last seen at approximately 4:29 pm Tuesday and are believed to be together. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these juveniles, please contact the London-Laurel County 911 Center at 606-878-7000 […]
Downtown Richmond Gulf station robbed
Richmond Police responded to a reported robbery at the Mainstreet Gulf station in downtown Richmond, Sunday evening around seven. The complaint came in regarding 2 males who committed the robbery while armed with a knife. The two men allegedly stole vaping products before fleeing on foot. In just about an hour, Richmond Police, with the […]
Clark County working Golden Alert for missing man
The Clark County Sheriff’s Office is working a Golden Alert along with the Winchester/Clark County Emergency Management/CSEPP office regarding Bill Kingsbury. Mr. Kingsbury is reportedly a veteran with late dementia and may be traveling in a Silver Kia Sorento (pictured below) with Kentucky license plate 4124HC. Contact your local law enforcement agency if […]
Baptist Health Richmond celebrates Cancer Center dedication
R. David Shew Baptist Health Richmond recently held a Dedication Ceremony to their newly renovated Cancer Center. President Greg D. Gerard welcomed the guests to the ceremony held in the Healing Garden just outside the Cancer Center. Rev. Mitch Brown, a Board Member of the Baptist Health Foundation, provided an opening prayer followed by Kelly […]
KSP looking for missing Rockcastle County man
Kentucky State Police issued a Golden Alert in Rockcastle County on Friday. Kentucky State Police Post 11 is actively investigating a missing person’s case involving a Rockcastle County man with heart problems. James Anthony Ackerman, 83 of Mount Vernon, was last seen at his residence early Friday around 11:00 AM. Mr. Ackerman reportedly left to […]
Train vs. Jeep investigation in Madison Co. continues, man expected to recover
We are learning more regarding the circumstances surrounding that vehicle vs. train accident on Red House Road in Madison County over the weekend. Officials tell WBON-TV9, that 42-year-old Mark Sutton of Cynthiana, for unknown reasons at this time, left Red House Road and drove his jeep down the railroad tracks nearly 3/4 of a mile toward Richmond. The vehicle was […]
Public meeting slated to update citizens on current closures, secondary wastes at Depot
The Kentucky Chemical Demilitarization Citizens’ Advisory Commission and the Chemical Destruction Community Advisory Board will hold a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 1:30 p.m. in Rooms A and B on the lobby level at Eastern Kentucky University’s Carl D. Perkins Building located on Kit Carson Drive in Richmond, Kentucky. The event is open to […]
Car struck by train in Madison County
WBON-TV-9 has confirmed an injury accident has occurred involving a vehicle and a CSX train in Madison County. The accident happened Saturday around 2 p.m, at the railway crossings on Redhouse Road. The location is currently an active rescue scene with Madison County Fire Departments, EMS, and other first responders converging on the scene. CSX […]
KSP Richmond post, investigates pedestrian-cruiser crash involving Trooper
The Kentucky State Police Post 7 Reconstruction Team is investigating a pedestrian-involved collision that occurred on this Friday, Aug. 9, around 4:30 at the Buc-ee’s on Duncannon Road in Richmond. KSP say that Lana R. Barnett, age 82, of Ohio, was walking near the Buc-cee’s fuel pumps when Trooper Chad Barnes, who was operating an […]
Local businesses beware, as “funny money” circulating again in Madison County
Area businesses need to be on guard, as more counterfeit money has been found being circulated in Madison County. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your assistance identifying the man pictured in our feature image. This unknown man allegedly passed counterfeit money at the Dollar General Store on Boonesboro Road, this past Sunday, August 4th. Anyone with […]
EKU and community celebrate re-opening of Keene Hall and Eastern Bypass Pedway
By R. David Shew Even an unexpected rain could not dampen the high spirits for the dedication ceremonies for two Richmond landmarks today. Dr. David McFaddin addressed the crowd on hand this morning with the official opening of Keene Hall and the Eastern Bypass Pedway. Several members of the EKU Board of Regents, local officials, […]
Motorcyclist that eluded KSP at speeds over 150 mph Monday in Richmond, arrested in Clark Co.
A motorcyclist, that fled Kentucky State Police in a high-speed pursuit Monday afternoon in Richmond, has been apprehended. According to the KSP citation, the officer observed a Honda motorcycle with no registration plate yesterday around 5 p.m., on the Robert R. Martin, Bypass. That’s when authorities say the motorcyclist, now identified as 20-year-old Harley Dunn, accelerated at speeds over 150 […]
KSP: Pedestrian dead following fatal collision in Powell County
A Clay City woman has died following an injury collision in Powell County on Sunday evening. Kentucky State Police say that 87-year-old Lorena Fugate was in the roadway when she was struck by a truck operated by 27-year-old Christopher Spencer. When emergency officials arrived at the scene, they located Fugate who had sustained fatal injuries […]
Ed Miracle Scholarship Foundation hosts golf scramble at Battlefield
Each year since 2013, Donna Miracle and Glen Miracle have paid tribute to her husband and his father, Coach Ed Miracle, by hosting a golf scramble and dinner in Lynch, Kentucky and a second golf scramble and dinner in Richmond, Kentucky. Today, several teams teed up the little white ball and braved the heat and […]
Richmond Police turn to public to help identify woman **UPDATE- INDENIFIED**
The Richmond Police Department is requesting the publics assistance in identifying a woman related to an ongoing investigation. Officer Campbell is investigating the case and advises if you have any information regarding the woman in the feature photo, you can email directly ccampbell@richmond.ky.us. You can also call dispatch at 859-624-4776.
Tracks For Packs 5K Run/Walk slated for Saturday September 14
Tammy Cole was the guest speaker at the Richmond Rotary Club recently. Tammy is a member of Eastside Community Church who is hosting the 5K at the Richmond Centre on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Registration begins at 7 a.m. The race will begin at 8 a.m. Last year, Eastside Community Church raised over $33,000 from […]
Rockcastle Co. man charged with child sexual exploitation offenses
The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Electronic Crime Branch located, interviewed and arrested Stephen Blevins, 25, related to a child sexual abuse material investigation. The arrest took place today, July 30, 2024, at approximately 11:43 a.m., Blevins was interviewed as the result of an Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. The KSP Electronic Crime Branch began the investigation […]
Three-year-old child sustains serious injuries from accident involving zero turn mower
A three-year-old child sustained serious injuries Sunday afternoon in an accident involving a zero-turn mower. The accident reportedly happened after a 6-year-old got the keys to the mower at a residence on Charlie Norris Road in Madison County. Madison County Deputy Chitwood was first to respond to the scene and rendered first aid to the […]
Richmond Police arrest 3 in connection with apparent Saturday night stabbing
An on-patrol Richmond Police officer was flagged over just after midnight Saturday for an apparent stabbing. The incident occurred in the area of Madison Avenue in Richmond. As a result of the following investigation, three people have been arrested by RPD and charged with Assault 1st degree, among other charges. Arrested were 33-year-old Jamarr Simpson, […]
MCSO turns to public to help locate man wanted on attempted murder, other charges
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for public assistance in locating a wanted man. Richard Clark, 35 years of age, from Richmond, is currently wanted on active warrants for Murder (attempted), Strangulation 1st Degree and Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree. They stress, Clark may be armed so do not approach or attempt to apprehend. Please […]
Remains found over a year ago at Clays Ferry, conclusively identified today
Today The Fayette County Coroner identified skeletal remains found near the Clays Ferry Bridge over one year ago. According to the coroner, the remains were identified through DNA comparison as 42-year-old Joshua David Woodhams. Woodhams was the subject of a much publicized missing person case, out of Fayette County last year. The coroner says the […]
