Author: WNKY Staff

Burn ban issued in Simpson County

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

SIMPSON COUNTY, Ky. – A burn ban is now active in Simpson County as hot temperatures and dry conditions persist. According to an executive order by Simpson County Judge Executive Mason Barnes, the ban is being ordered due to excessive dryness and fire hazardous conditions. The document states this is a no outside burn order, including the lighting of fireworks…

Man’s charges amended in Pulaski County death case

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

PULASKI COUTNY, Ky. – An adult male’s charges were amended down Wednesday in a case that has also charged three teens in connection with the death of a Pulaski County woman. According to court records, 20-year-old McCoy Chaney of Somerset, who was intially charged with murder, first-degree robbery and first-degree burglary, had those charges amended down during a preliminary hearing…

Caverna Independent Schools investigating grooming allegations against substitute teacher

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

CAVE CITY, Ky. – The Caverna Independent School District is investigating allegations of grooming. According to a statement released by superintendent Amanda Abell, the district is investigating allegations of grooming of a student by a substitute teacher. Abell says the district notified the Cave City Police Department and Child Protective Services after receiving the report. The substitute teacher was removed…

Community Outdoor Warning Siren test in Warren County scheduled for Sept. 4

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – A monthly test of the Community Outdoor Warning Sirens, or COWS, in Warren County is scheduled for this Friday, Sept. 4 According to Warren County Emergency Management, the test will take place at noon that day. Emergency personnel say this helps ensure all sirens and related systems operate properly. The test is conducted on the first…

3 transported following crash in Barren County

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Three people were transported for treatment after a reported crash on Tuesday in Barren County. According to a release by the Barren County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a collision involving injuries on Hiseville Road. Deputies say upon arrival, they determined a vehicle driven by Melissa Lile of Cave City was traveling eastbound when it crossed…

4 Bowling Green men arrested for drug trafficking, engaging in organized crime

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Four Bowling Green men were arrested Tuesday on drug trafficking and engaging in organized crime charges. According to a uniform citation, Kentucky State Police executed a search warrant at a home on Calgary Way after receiving information in an ongoing investigation. During the investigation, detectives located an “active production operation manufacturing THC vape cartridges,” according to…

Elizabethtown woman indicted after alleged vandalism at World War II Memorial

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

Middle photo source: United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Background photo: Canva. WASHINGTON – An Elizabethtown woman is formally charged in connection with reported vandalism of the World War II Memorial on the National Mall. According to the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, an indictment was returned Aug. 27, formally charging 41-year-old Melissa…

Bowling Green man charged with sexual abuse offenses involving minor

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is facing sexual abuse charges involving a minor. According to the Bowling Green Police Department, officers arrested 42-year-old Anthony Abney of Bowling Green following an investigation involving alleged sexual abuse of a juvenile. On Aug. 15, officers say they were contacted regarding a 14-year-old who was reportedly “involved in a sexual relationship…

Christian County man accused of stealing military grave markers

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. – A Christian County man is accused of stealing military grave markers. According to the Hopkinsville Police Department, military grave markers were stolen from area cemeteries between Aug. 12 and Aug. 18. HPD investigators found pieces of placards at a salvage yard, leading to the identification of Robert Lafon, of Pembroke, as a suspect. Investigators received an arrest…

Glasgow police to conduct traffic safety checkpoints throughout September

September 2, 2026

WNKY Staff,

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Police Department says it will be conducting traffic safety checkpoints throughout the month of September. According to the department, the checkpoints will take place through Sept. 30 within city limits. Authorities say checkpoint locations may include but are not limited to Columbia Avenue, West Main Street, North Jackson Highway and Happy Valley Road. Police say…