Author: WNKY Staff

Portland man charged after allegedly crashing into ambulance with personnel, patient inside

PORTLAND, Tenn. – A Tennessee man faces several charges after allegedly crashing into an ambulance. According to a release from the Portland Police Department (PPD), a Portland Animal Control officer witnessed a car strike a parked ambulance and leave the scene on West Market Street Aug. 26. The ambulance was active, and personnel were responding to a medical emergency. PPD…

Kentucky State Police Post 3 offers reminder for traffic safety checkpoint locations

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Kentucky State Police Post 3 issued a periodic reminder about traffic safety checkpoints Wednesday. According to a release, KSP conducts the checkpoints to provide high-visibility public safety service. Officers will focus on operator impairment, vehicular equipment deficiencies (confirming appropriate registration and insurance of vehicles) and the valid licensing of drivers. Kentucky State Police Post 3 serves…

Barren County man charged after long-term burglary investigation

CAVE CITY, Ky. – A Barren County man faces several charges following an investigation into a string of burglaries. According to the Cave City Police Department, officers responded to multiple reports of burglaries between March and August of 2026. CCPD says several tools were stolen from a new construction home along Meadowland Drive, and officers observed a suspect illegally entering…

Gallatin County deputy charged with stalking, sexual abuse

GALLATIN COUNTY, Ky. – A Gallatin County deputy is facing stalking and sexual abuse charges. On Aug. 26, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office says it received a request from Gallatin County Sheriff Bud Webster to assist with an investigation. Authorities say an adult female contacted Webster regarding a complaint against Gallatin County Deputy Jason Walker. According to authorities, the female…

Man indicted on attempted fetal homicide charge in Glasgow

GLASGOW, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is formally charged with attempted fetal homicide in Barren County. According to court records, an indictment was filed on Aug. 31, charging 27-year-old Abdulah Mohmand of Bowling Green with attempted fetal homicide. The case stems from an alleged incident that occurred May 25. Authorities say on that morning, the Kentucky State Police was…

T.J. Regional Health, Graves Gilbert Clinic announce intent to explore long-term partnership

GLASGOW, Ky. – Graves Gilbert Clinic is announcing it has selected T.J. Regional Health as its preferred partner to explore a long-term affiliation. According to a press release by the organizations on Tuesday, both will now begin a period of “due diligence to shape a partnership designed to ensure that the people of south-central Kentucky can count on exceptional healthcare…

Warren County Public Library opening cooling centers this week

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Warren County Public Library is offering a shelter from the heat this week amid expected conditions. According to the library, it will be opening its cooling centers at two locations this week: Lisa Rice Library at 1225 State St. in meeting room one on Wednesday, Sept. 2 from 1-6 p.m., Thusday, Sept. 3 from 1-6…

Morgantown announces new fire station to house volunteer fire department, police department

Image source: City of MorgantownMORGANTOWN, Ky. – The City of Morgantown recently announced the construction of a new Morgantown Volunteer Fire Department (MVFD). According to the city’s website, the building will house the MVFD and the Morgantown Police Department. The city says the project includes Community Development Grant funds. The funds will provide the required local match for the grant…

Grayson County woman flown for treatment after crash

Photo source: K105GRAYSON COUNTY, Ky. – A woman was ejected from a vehicle after a crash in Grayson County Monday evening. According to K105, Grayson County authorities responded to a crash at 7992 Shrewsbury Road at approximately 6:50 pm. Officials told K105 that a vehicle was located off the roadway after failing to navigate a curve. The vehicle rolled multiple…

2 arrested on drug, weapons charges following joint investigation in Christian County

Photo source: Christian County JailOAK GROVE, Ky. – A joint investigation by the United States Army Criminal Investigation Division and the Christian County Sheriff’s Office Anti-Crime Unit resulted in the arrest of two Christian County men on drug and weapons charges. According to a media release, the agencies arrested 38-year-old Eric Flynn and 32-year-old Riyad Baker Jr., both of Oak…