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WKYT Investigates: Two die in flooded Richmond basement, raising questions about safety
Two people died in the basement of a University Drive home when it flooded on June 27, and questions have since been raised about whether that basement was safe to live in.
Madison County nonprofit steps up to help flood victims
According to information provided to WKYT, Enrich has helped 21 displaced people and two dogs, including children with families.
New EV charging sites open in Kentucky
KENTUCKY (WKYT) - Two new EV charging sites have opened in Kentucky, according to the commonwealth’s department of transportation.
WKYT & WYMT partner with American Red Cross to raise money for Disaster Relief after devastating Ky. floods
WKYT and WYMT are teaming up with the American Red Cross to raise money for Disaster Relief after storms and flooding devastated parts of Kentucky.
Mercer County declares State of Emergency due to flooding
Mercer Co., Ky. (WKYT) - The Mercer County Emergency Management Agency has declared a State of Emergency due to the heavy rainfall and flash flooding.
City of Richmond declares State of Emergency
Richmond, Ky. (WKYT) - The City of Richmond has declared a State of Emergency effective immediately due to the heavy rainfall.
Emergency Shelters open in Madison County
Madison Co., Ky. (WKYT) - Several organizations are opening up to help people impacted by the high waters on Saturday.
Flash flooding cuts off roads, properties in Mercer County
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Mercer County Emergency Management says crews are operating all hands on deck as floodwaters wash debris into ditches and push water over driveways and roads
Hiker rescued after being bitten by venomous snake in Powell County
POWELL COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A hiker in Powell County was rescued this weekend after being bitten by a venomous snake.
Fire crews respond to scene at Lexington middle school
The Lexington Fire Department told WKYT that crews were dispatched to a reported structure fire at Southern Middle School on Wilson Downing Road around 1:30 p.m.
Brother of Crystal Rogers’ convicted killer expected in court
BARDSTOWN, Ky. (WKYT) - Nick Houck, the brother of Crystal Rogers’ convicted killer Brooks Houck, is expected in court Thursday morning.
New details emerge about Madison County jail escape
RICHMOND, Ky. (WKYT) - Court documents have revealed more details about a recent escape from the Madison County Detention Center.
WKYT Investigates: Kentucky data center boom raises concerns over costs, transparency
WKYT Investigates: Kentucky data center boom raises concerns over costs, transparency
WKYT Investigates: 911 call obtained from deadly Berea bank shooting
WKYT Investigates has obtained the 911 call from a deadly bank shooting that left two employees dead in April.
Urban County Council passes data center moratorium
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lexington Urban County Council unanimously passed a data center moratorium during a Tuesday work session, according to several members of the city council.
Good Question: What's the wall being built on I-75 in Lexington?
If you have a Good Question you’d like us to try to answer, send it to goodquestion@wkyt.com.
Tickets on sale for Kentucky State Fair
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Tickets are now on sale for a summer favorite, the Kentucky State Fair.
WKYT Investigates: Video contradicts social media claims of police beating during London arrest
Body camera footage obtained by WKYT Investigates contradicts social media accusations that London police officers beat a man during his arrest last month.
Voting for second round of Star-Spangled Sing-Off opens!
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Voting for the Star-Spangled Sing-Off local round is open!
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Good Question: How do I get my driver’s license on my cell phone?
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Shoulder closures coming to I-75 and New Circle Road next week
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Road shoulders on portions of I-75 and New Circle Road in Lexington will be closed next week, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.
FIRST ALERT | Chris Bailey tracks a midweek cold front
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - We are rolling into a new week with a few cold fronts rolling across the Commonwealth. These fronts will spit out a few showers and storms and knock the temps down again, but the sign...