Author: WNKY Staff
Living Well – Teacher kidney donation
Two Florida teachers were once complete strangers. But now, one is about to save the other’s life with a kidney donation. As today’s Living Well shows us, they are now preparing for the most incredible summer vacation of their lives.
Hanging mannequin outrages Arkansas community
(KARK/NBC News) Residents of a Little Rock, Arkansas neighborhood are furious after seeing a Facebook post of a neighbor’s home that shows a mannequin hanging from a tree next to a Confederate Flag. “This day of time, there’s no place for it,” says Ricky Allen. “I saw a video of a noose, of a person of color, hanging from it….
Thousands protest Trump visit
(NBC News) Thousands took to the streets of London Tuesday to protest President Trump’s visit. Away from the demonstrations, President Trump took part in a roundtable discussion with outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May to discuss ongoing Brexit talks and a possible trade deal. “As the UK makes preparations to exit the European Union, the United States is committed to a…
“I want justice for my daughter”
(WPTV/NBC News) Chris Jacobsen expressed his extreme heartbreak and remorse Monday after detectives confirmed that bones recently found in Lantana, Florida are the remains of his missing daughter. A medical examiner said 20-year-old Jenna Jacobsen died of undetermined means. However, detectives are investigating her death as a homicide. “She was an extremely kind, loving young woman,” Jacobsen said. “She had…
Horses, livestock rescued from flood waters
(KSHB/NBC News) The breach Saturday of a levee near Levasy, Missouri sent the Missouri River flooding into the town and nearby farmland. Residents evacuated the town over the weekend, but on Monday, some returned to give a hand to stranded livestock. Their efforts helped a horse to dry land. They also got several cattle away from the flood water, including…
Let’s Make A Meal – Puerto Vallarta
WNKY’s Tej Joshi takes us to Puerto Vallarta for a look at the making of the restaurant’s margaritas, fajitas, quesadillas and table-side guacamole.
Baltimore mayor pushes boxing over bullets
(WBAL) In a violent weekend for Baltimore, Maryland police responded to a deadly stabbing and eight shootings. Police said 11 people were injured and two men were killed, including a 17-year-old. City leaders are now saying it’s time to try different tactics to reduce violence. Mayor Jack Young said he’s considering having people solve their issues in a boxing match….
Racist receipts target ‘Smoothie King’ customers
(WCNC) Two Charlotte, North Carolina Smoothie Kings have been shut down after customers noticed racist names added on their receipts. In one case, a black customer noticed the n-word printed on the receipt. On the same day but at a separate location, a Korean customer saw the name “Jackie Chan” “Anger, frustration,” Tony Choi said, recalling seeing his receipt Sunday…
Blaze pizza holds Stuff the Bus fundraiser Tuesday
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza will celebrate its three-year anniversary on Tuesday by hosting a fundraiser in support of Stuff the Bus Kentucky. Stuff the Bus is a local organization committed to providing school supplies to school-age children in an effort to ensure every child starts the school year the same way. During the all-day event, Blaze Pizza will offer $5 pizzas (normally…
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