Author: WNKY Staff

Glasgow firefighter recovering from burn injuries, working to return to service

Source: TriStar Skyline Medical Center. NASHVILLE, Tenn.  – A Glasgow firefighter is sharing his story of recovery from burns he sustained while responding to a house fire. According to TriStar Skyline Medical Center, Glasgow Fire Department firefighter Malcolm Dile was focused on helping others when he responded to the scene of a fire in April. Within moments, TriStar says conditions…

Motorcyclist dead following three-vehicle crash in Laurel County

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. – A motorcyclist is dead following a three-vehicle collision in Laurel County. According to Laurel County Sheriff John Root, the crash occurred on West Hal Rogers Parkway around five miles west of London at the intersection of White Oak Road on Saturday night around 10:15 p.m. Authorities say a Chevrolet Equinox driven by 18-year-old Hannah Sproles of…

1 dead, 1 arrested after collision on Cumberland Parkway in Russell County

RUSSELL SPRINGS, Ky. – One person is dead following a two-vehicle collision on the Cumberland Parkway in Russell County on Monday. According to the Kentucky State Police, troopers were requested by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office to respond to the scene just after 2:30 p.m. Authorities say a preliminary investigation found 28-year-old Christopher Austin of Russell Springs was traveling west…

KYTC provides update on Metcalfe County roadway project

METCALFE COUNTY, Ky. – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet shared an update on a Metcalfe County road project Tuesday. According to a social media post, the realignment project at the intersection of U.S. 68 and KY 70 in Metcalfe County is progressing just east of the current intersection. KYTC says the new intersection and approaches “will provide a much safer connection…

The Mint announces record jackpot exceeding $1 million

Photo source: The Mint Gaming HallFRANKLIN, Ky. – The Mint at Kentucky Downs announced a record jackpot Tuesday. According to a release, a jackpot at its Franklin location has surpassed $1 million. The record total is the first in state history since gaming machines were legalized in 2011, according to The Mint. The previous record at The Mint was $780,307….

UPDATE: Warren County Sheriff’s Office arrests burglary suspect

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Warren County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Grayson County man in connection with a burglary. According to a social media post, deputies responded to a delayed burglary May 30. When deputies arrived at the scene, they learned that the suspect had shattered the front glass door and entered the building. The location of the burglary…

Woman wanted in connection with Hopkinsville shooting arrested

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. – A wanted woman is now behind bars in connection with a reported shooting that occurred in Hopkinsville early Sunday morning. According to a social media post by Hopkinsville-Christian County Crime Stoppers, Annia Williams was wanted following the reported shooting at Mason Pointe Apartments. She now faces a charge of first-degree assault, jail records state. Williams remain at…

Woman dies after crash in Pendleton County

FALMOUTH, Ky. – One woman is dead following a crash in Pendleton County. According to the Kentucky State Police, troopers received a call at about 9 p.m. Friday regarding a two-vehicle collision near the 2600 block of U.S. 27 in Pendleton County. Authorities say the Pendleton County Sheriff’s Office was on scene and requested an accident reconstruction. Troopers say a…

2 indicted on human trafficking charges involving minor in Russell County

RUSSELL SPRINGS, Ky. – Two people are formally charged with human trafficking involving a minor in Russell County. According to an indictment filed on May 26, 47-year-old Melina Bell of Russell Springs and 29-year-old Trevor Taylor of Whitley City were indicted on charges of human trafficking, among other offenses. In addition, Taylor was indicted on third-degree rape, third-degree sodomy and…