Author: WNKY Staff

Litteral, Higgins named to 2025 NCBWA Stopper of the Year Preseason Watch List

DALLAS – WKU Baseball pitchers Lucas Litteral and Cal Higgins were named to the 2025 National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Stopper of the Year Preseason Watch List, the association announced Wednesday. The award is given annually to the top relief pitcher in Division I Baseball. Of the 77 players named to the initial watch list, WKU’s two selections are the…

House Bill 161 approved in Kentucky

On Tuesday, the House Standing Committee on transportation approved House Bill 161, but what does that mean for you? The measure is sponsored by Rep. Kevin Jackson of Bowling Green and would allow third-party entities to issue driver’s license renewals. Twenty-eight other states already allow third-party entities to issue driver’s license renewals, providing residents with greater flexibility and shorter wait…

Wanted man apprehended after theft case at Bowling Green business

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- One man is facing multiple charges after police say he was connected to a theft case at a Bowling Green store. According to the Bowling Green Police Department, on Feb. 10, officers apprehended Jammal Cooper, 38, at 403 Ethan Court. Police say Cooper was identified after leaving a local store where he was known to have previously…

Senate Bill 120 passed to protect Kentucky student-athletes from abuse

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WKYT) – State Sen. Cassie Chambers Armstrong and Sen. Stephen West cosponsored a bill to ensure the safety of Kentucky student-athletes. WKYT reports the bill will change the student-athlete consent form each student receives to include information about reporting abuse. It will also clarify the responsibility of coaches if they have reason to believe an athlete is being…

Med Center Health Dental Clinic helps expand access to blood pressure screenings

Source: Med Center Health. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Med Center Health’s Dental Clinic and the American Heart Association are teaming up to address high blood pressure. According to Med Center Health, the initiative, called “Embracing Community Care,” is funded through the Delta Dental of Kentucky Foundation. Health officials say the program wants to give dental clinics essential tools, including tabletop…

Community Action of Southern Kentucky in need of volunteers

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Community Action of Southern Kentucky is in need of volunteers, and you can help. The nonprofit is looking for those who will help get the tax returns they deserve. You can volunteer for just two hours a week and be able to help hundreds, according to the organization. There are opportunities in multiple counties, and no…

WKU Baseball opening weekend adjusted

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Due to potential inclement weather in Bowling Green, this weekend’s opening series against Illinois State has been adjusted. Opening day will now feature a doubleheader beginning at 12 p.m. CT with both games scheduled for nine innings. Game two will start 30 minutes following the conclusion of game one. Saturday has been rescheduled from a doubleheader…

Bowling Green man allegedly exposes himself, masturbates in front of women

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is facing sexual abuse charges after allegedly exposing his genitals to multiple females. The Bowling Green Police Department says it responded to the 1700 block of Chestnut Street on Feb. 1 to a complaint of a man exposing himself to a female juvenile. The female juvenile told police she was walking her…

Metcalfe Co. individual allegedly kills three deer illegally

METCALFE COUNTY – Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources – Law Enforcement Division received a tip on illegal hunting in Adair County Game wardens say an individual from Metcalfe County allegedly killed three antlered whitetail deer with a rifle. The individual is facing numerous charges including three counts of illegal take of deer. Game wardens seized the rifle and…

WANTED WEDNESDAY: Man wanted on DUI, drug charges

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – For this week’s Wanted Wednesday, the Kentucky State Police is asking for the public’s assistance to find a man wanted on multiple charges. KSP says 56-year-old Christopher C. McCormack is wanted on charges of operating a motor vehicle under the influence and possession of a controlled substance, first and third offenses. McCormack is described as 5…