Author: WNKY Staff

Pamela Stevenson, the top Democrat in the Kentucky House, launches campaign for the US Senate

By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky lawmaker Pamela Stevenson, the top-ranking Democrat in the GOP-led state House, launched her U.S. Senate campaign on Monday, vowing to help “stop the recklessness” in Washington if elected. The seat has long been held by Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell, who is not seeking reelection in 2026. Stevenson, an attorney and minister, ran for state attorney…

Bowling Green woman arrested after reportedly hitting patrol vehicle

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green woman is facing charges after authorities say she struck a patrol vehicle. According to a uniform citation, on Monday, a Bowling Green Police Department officer was stopped at a stop sign at the intersection of Collegeview Drive and Glen Lily Road. Police say they observed a vehicle fail to stop for an unmarked…

Week long manhunt for suspect considered ‘armed and dangerous’ ends

MADISONVILLE, Ky. – A wanted man considered armed and dangerous has been captured. The Madisonville Police Department received a tip regarding the whereabouts of Jonathan Ruby, 45, of White Plains. Ruby was considered armed and dangerous following a physical altercation at the scene of a crash in Mortons Gap. Ruby fled the scene of the incident on foot and evaded…

Bee Spring woman allegedly shoots husband during domestic incident

BEE SPRING, Ky. – A woman is accused of shooting her husband. The Edmonson County Sheriff’s Office responded to 829 Old Kyrock Road in Bee Spring on March 23. Dispatch says the caller said she shot her husband and locked herself in the home. A man was located outside the home with an apparent gunshot wound. Authorities say Patty Goins,…

Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers to perform at the Plaza Theatre

GLASGOW, Ky. – Two five-time Grammy Award-winning artists are performing in Glasgow this weekend, and tickets are still available. Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers are set to perform Saturday, April 5 at 8 p.m., according to the Plaza Theatre’s website. Organizers say the group will “unveil a revamped set of music that goes all the way back to childhood…

Christian Family Radio nominated as finalist for Small Market Station of the Year

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Christian Family Radio has announced it has been nominated as a finalist for the prestigious “Small Market Station of the Year” award by Christian Music Broadcasters. The CMB award celebrates excellence in Christian radio, according to CFR. The station says being named a finalist in the small market category “underscores the dedication of the entire team…

Nolin Lake State Park to remain closed for damage repairs

MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky. – A Kentucky state park is closed until further notice. In a social media release, Nolin Lake State Park representatives say the park will remain closed due to damages caused by flooding and storms. Officials at the park are concerned about possible rainfall this week that may cause more damage. The damage cannot be fully assessed until…

WCSO animal control officer completes cat rescue

Source: Warren County Sheriff’s Office. WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – A Warren County Sheriff’s Office employee carried out a cat rescue with some help from the local community. Last week, the sheriff’s office shared that a black cat named Salem found himself stuck 45 feet up on a silo. The WCSO says animal control officer Lisa Henderson stepped in to help…

Multi-county police pursuit ends in arrest of armed robbery suspect

COLUMBIA, Ky. – Kentucky State Police Post 15 says an armed robbery suspect led troopers on a vehicle pursuit. KSP says it received a call from the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday morning regarding a vehicle suspected in an armed robbery at a convenience store in Monticello. A deputy was pursuing the truck. A 2008 Ford F-150 was traveling…