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WBON-TV9 warns viewers and readers about ‘comment scammers’

The internet is full of scammers and pirates looking to exploit people, get money from them, or cause them grief for not paying up. Here at WBON-TV9, we want to alert everyone to repeated postings we, and many other news outlets get. These posts always appear in the comments, and have some exciting headline like […]

Son with machete assaults father on College Hill

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of an assault involving two men on College Hill Road on Wednesday around 11:00 a.m. According to official reports, Kenneth Biggs confronted his son, Devin Biggs over money the father accused the son of stealing. That’s when an argument ensued and things got physical. Devin Biggs […]

Body discovered in burnt home identified

A fire at a residence at 2270 Christy Creek Road in Morehead, reported last night, has led to a death investigation. Upon arriving on scene, Troopers say, they were informed by Morehead Firefighters that after the fire was extinguished, they located a body inside the home.  The victim, now identified, as Stanley R. Erwin, 62 […]

One of three who perished in helicopter crash, had close ties to Madison Co.

A Paramedic, who lost their life in a fatal helicopter crash Monday evening in Owen County, had close ties to Madison County James Welsh, and his wife Haley, were both EKU graduates and James was also a former Madison County paramedic. The couple were married at the Chenault Vineyards in Madison County. Welsh was one […]

Estill County Sheriff receives honor for compassion and focus on animal neglect

Estill County Sheriff Chris Flynn has been bestowed with the Humane Society of the United States Law Enforcement award for his work to fight and defeat animal cruelty. The prestigious award is given to law enforcement officers, who organizers say, go above and beyond to help protect animals. Animal activists and rescues often express disappointment […]

Richmond Police make arrest in connection with early morning shooting of two Monday

Richmond police have made an arrest in connection to the shooting incident involving a man and a woman yesterday on Evansdale Avenue in Richmond.  Police say they apprehended 37-year-old Larry J. Lawson Junior of Richmond late yesterday afternoon at a residence on Lexington Road.  Lawson faces robbery and assault charges first degree, as well as possession of fentanyl and […]

Law enforcement ISO shooting suspect in area of Smith Village

Authorities are looking for a suspect in Richmond following a “shots fired” complaint that came in a little after 8 Monday morning. A very large police presence, search dogs and a drone reportedly have been deployed in the area of Lassiter Street and Evansdale Avenue, near Smith Village Apartments. The area has been closed to […]

Missing Stanford man found deceased

Today, Kentucky State Police Post 7 in Richmond says the discovery of a body has been conclusively identified as 61-year-old Millard ‘Clem’ Mason, previously reported missing, from Stanford. Authority’s say his body was found in some woods near Robertstown Road in Kings Mountain. Mason was reported missing about a week ago. An autopsy is scheduled at the Medical Examiner’s Office […]

Homecoming in a small town

R. David Shew Took my mother to a funeral visitation for her neighbor, Eddie Pullins, today, and the caretaker of the local establishment asked me if I would drive his son and a young lady in the Madison Central Homecoming parade. Terrell Cobb apologized for his late notice and told me that he did not […]

Search on for missing Lincoln County man

The Kentucky State Police Richmond Post is asking for the public’s assistance as part of an ongoing missing person investigation. KSP Post 7 was contacted on Wednesday October 1, in reference to a missing Lincoln County man. KSP say the Initial investigation indicates Millard ‘Clem’ Mason, 61 years old, of Stanford, KY, was last seen […]

Central Homecoming, 5k and Millstone Festival to close streets and impact traffic this weekend

Be prepared for traffic pattern changes scheduled for Madison County for parades, 5K race and Millstone Festival in downtown Richmond Temporary adjustments will be necessary for the weekend events happening in downtown Richmond on October 4, 5 and 6, 2024. The Richmond Police Department and Eastern Kentucky University Police will be assisting with traffic. Thursday, […]

KSP arrest Canadian man on weapon charges in Madison County

On September 25, 2024, Kentucky State Police Troopers with the AHIDTA Central Kentucky Interdiction Team were conducting operations on I-75 in Madison County. During a traffic stop, troopers observed evidence of criminal activity. While searching the vehicle, troopers discovered thirty-nine handguns and four rifles inside the car. Further investigation found six of the weapons were […]

Richmond man arrested for second car theft in a week

After being arrested for stealing a vehicle just a week ago, a Richmond man is under arrest again for a similar auto theft.  Police say 40-year-old Robert Kitchens allegedly stole another vehicle last Thursday from the Main Street Gulf gas station. The victim said her Ford Fusion, with a temporary tag, was stolen from the parking lot.  When […]

Search on for missing Jackson County 3-year-old girl ***FOUND SAFE***

Officials in Jackson County say crews are looking in the area of Lower Clover Creek and Van Hollow for 3-year-old Naveah Presley. Presley is about three feet tall, with brown hair and light blue eyes. She is reportedly wearing a black shirt with a butterfly emblem, blue jeans and Crocs. She was last seen with […]

Helene, still a hellcat in the Bluegrass

Hurricane Helene said hello to the Bluegrass today, hammering the area with periods of high wind and heavy rains. A flood watch remains in effect along and south of I-64 with rainfall totals through Saturday expected to range between 2 and 4 inches. Peak wind gusts today reached the 50 to 60 plus mph range.  […]

Historic home burns near downtown Richmond

This severe weather day has overtaxed police and fire departments with numerous downed trees, power outages, and reports of fires. Units remain on scene of a house fire of the historic home across from the Main Street Gulf station near downtown.  The home reportedly suffered moderate damage to the rear. The home was full of […]

Tow truck operator hit and killed on I-64 in Bath County while loading

Kentucky State Police, Post 8, Morehead received a call for assistance from Bath County dispatch around 5:15p.m. this Wednesday night in reference to a fatal collision. Troopers responded interstate 64 around mile marker 124 in Bath County.  The investigation, ongoing tonight, determined that a male individual was operating a tow truck owned by Jerry’s Towing […]

Broadcasting legend Tom Hammond holds book signing, spins yarns at Keeneland

By R. David Shew Last night at the Keeneland Library, Tom Hammond mesmerized a full house with his sports stories and signed his book “Races, Games, and Olympic Dreams: A Sportscaster’s Life.” The night proved to be a real treat for this sports junkie. Tom mentioned starting his career announcing Keeneland racing results for $35 […]

Irvine Police searching for agate thief from weekend agate show in Estill County

The Irvine Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the person of interest shown in the photos.    Last Sunday, September 22nd , police say a theft of rare Kentucky agate related items occurred at the Agate Show that was held at the Central Office of the Estill County School Board. The subject in the photos is being sought for […]

Rep. Barr announces EDA Grant to City of Richmond for millions to fight substance abuse

The U.S. Economic Development Administration is awarding $4.7 million to the City of Richmond. The money is for building renovations to support substance abuse workforce development in the region. The facility will house 50-72 recovery beds for men. New Vista will implement a workforce program while serving as the facility’s operator. The program will employ approximately 41 full […]

64-year-old man airlifted out of Berea’s East Pinnacle after fall

An early morning hike up Berea’s East Pinnacle Friday morning, to capture some beautiful sunrise photos, took an unexpected turn Friday. Officials tell WBON-TV9 that a 64-year-old man made a misstep and fell nearly 60 feet.  The accident occurred around 8 a.m. Friday morning.  The man reportedly lost his cell phone in the fall, but […]

Thursday fire destroys home in Waco

A large home was totally destroyed by fire Thursday night in Madison County. The residence, in the 100 block of River Bend Road, located just off College Hill, was totally engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived on scene. The fire call came in just before 6 p.m. Union City and Whitehall Fire Departments assisted Madison […]

Richmond man dies after being struck by car in Madison County

The Madison County Coroner’s office was called to the scene of another fatal accident Wednesday night. Officials say Dakota Bell, 32, of Richmond was killed when his electric unicycle was struck by a vehicle around 6:30 last night. According to the Madison County Sheriff’s office, the other vehicle was driven by Roberto Waldestram, who was […]

Accident on Mount Vernon Road claims life of pedestrian, now identified

A man died this morning on I-75 in Richmond

Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison responded to the scene of a fatal accident in Madison County late Tuesday night.  The accident occurred around 10 pm Tuesday night, in the area of Mount Vernon Road (US 25) and Slate Lick Roads in Madison County. This is towards the Madison/Rockcastle County line.  18-year-old Jared Vanwinkle of Shady Lane […]