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FBI affidavit details hundreds of calls, explicit images sent to victim’s friends, break-in of her car, and a death threat sent via Instagram LEXINGTON, Ky. — A 24-year-old Lexington man is in federal custody this week after the FBI accused him of waging an escalating, months-long stalking campaign against an ex-girlfriend — one that…

LONDON, Ky. – A Science Hill, Ky., woman, Vicki Allred, 41, was sentenced on Thursday to 60 months by U.S. District Judge Robert Wier for possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking.  According to her plea agreement, on April 23, 2024,…

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Governor Andy Beshear signed three pieces of legislation on Good Friday aimed at strengthening support for Kentuckians with special needs and their families, according to the Office of the Governor. Senate Bills 69 and 85 and House Bill 562 address education recognition, research funding and long-term financial planning for individuals with…

Senate Bills 69 and 85 and House Bill 562 deal with education recognition, research and financial planning for Kentuckians with special needs FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 3, 2026) – On Good Friday, Gov. Andy Beshear signed Senate Bills 69 and 85 and House Bill 562 to better support families who have children with special needs.…

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Gov. Andy Beshear presented his latest Team Kentucky update on April 2, highlighting economic momentum, expansions to the Kentucky African American Heritage Trail, and workplace safety gains while expressing alarm over proposed Medicaid cuts in the state budget. The governor announced that 16 projects supporting future job growth and investment across…

FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 2, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided updates on economic development, the 2026 Governor’s Derby Celebration poster, the Kentucky African American Heritage Trail, workplace safety, Safe Digging Month and Medicaid cuts in the state budget. Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman shared new options for online boat registration renewal. Dr. Steven Stack,…

One person has been arrested following a robbery that occurred last night on Old Frankfort Pike.  On April 2, 2026, around 10:55 pm, officers were dispatched to the area of Old Frankfort Pike and Alexandria Drive to assist an individual. When officers arrived, they learned that while the victim and suspect were in a…

LEXINGTON, Ky. — A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged with robbery, assault, wanton endangerment, and gun-related offenses following an armed robbery that occurred on Old Frankfort Pike, according to the Lexington Police Department. On April 2, 2026, around 10:55 p.m., officers responded to the area of Old Frankfort Pike and Alexandria Drive…

Mayor Gorton joined Lextran General Manager Fred Combs and community partners today to officially launch LexRide, a new downtown ride service designed to connect some of Lexington’s most popular downtown destinations. To celebrate the launch, Mayor Gorton announced a special promotion: LexRide will be free for the opening weekend of the service, April 2,…

LEXINGTON, Ky. — City officials officially launched LexRide on Friday, Lexington’s new seasonal downtown circulator service, celebrating the debut with free rides throughout the opening weekend of April 2-4. Mayor Gorton joined Lextran General Manager Fred Combs and community partners at the event, which marked the culmination of more than a year of planning…