Author: WNKY Staff

Community remembers cave explorer who became trapped nearly 100 years ago

HORSE CAVE, Ky. – Hidden River Cave will soon commemorate an incident that occurred nearly 100 years ago, which impacted the local area for years to come. On January 30, 1925, cave explorer Floyd Collins became trapped in Sand Cave near historic Mammoth Cave. According to a release by Hart County Tourism and Hidden River Cave, Collins’ rescue effort captured…

Man shot after pursuit in Hancock County

HAWESVILLE, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police says it is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Hancock County. KSP says it was requested by the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office to investigate the shooting near Hawesville just before 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14. Troopers say they responded to the 100 block of River Street. According to authorities, a preliminary investigation revealed…

Bowling Green police warn of ongoing scam

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is warning the public about a scam that involves impersonating law enforcement. Police say the scammer will pretend to be Sgt. Brad Hogue and say a person has unpaid citations. The scammer will then request $5,000 or some form of payment, police say. The department reminds the community that warrants are…

Rep. Shawn McPherson of Scottsville selected to help lead state committee

FRANKFORT, Ky. – One lawmaker with roots right here in south-central Kentucky has been selected to help lead a state committee. Rep. Shawn McPherson of Scottsville is the new vice chair of the Kentucky House’s Budget Review Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Protection, Tourism and Energy. Members make budget recommendations for economic development, public protection, tourism and energy policy and…

Lady Toppers open season at home against EKU on Thursday

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Women’s Tennis will open the 2025 season at home against Eastern Kentucky on Thursday at the Warren County Tennis Facility at Michael O. Buchanon Park. The match is scheduled to start at 1 p.m. CT. WATCH: Head Coach Greg Davis Press Conference MATCH INFO EKU (0-0 overall, 0-0 ASUN) at WKU (0-0 overall, 0-0 CUSA)…

Man wanted on rape and sodomy charges out of Rowan County

MOREHEAD, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police is searching for a man wanted on several charges, including rape. Michael Anthony La Porta, 28, is wanted for sodomy, rape and use of a minor under 16 in a sex performance, according to troopers. Authorities say La Porta is described as 5 feet 11 inches tall with blue eyes and brown hair….

WANTED WEDNESDAY: Man wanted on burglary, assault charges

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – For this week’s Wanted Wednesday, the Kentucky State Police is asking for assistance to locate a man who may be in the Allen County area. According to troopers, Justin Kyle Ladd, 35, is wanted on charges of first-degree wanton endangerment, third-degree burglary and second-degree assault. He is described as 6 feet 3 inches tall and 160 pounds…

Town hall to discuss assessment and accountability in Kentucky schools

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – An upcoming town hall will provide an opportunity to explore improvements in education within Kentucky schools. The Kentucky Department of Education town hall is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. Organizers say the meeting will help ensure the voices of teachers, families and the community are heard regarding education improvement and to…

Share the Love 5k Run/Walk to benefit Center for Courageous Kids

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – An upcoming 5k race will show some love to an Allen County nonprofit. The Share the Love 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for Feb. 8 at 9 a.m. Proceeds will go to benefit the Center for Courageous Kids, a Scottsville nonprofit that gives children facing serious illnesses an environment to enjoy camp activities. The 5k will take…

COWS test set for Jan. 17 in Warren Co.

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Warren County Emergency Management has scheduled its next Community Outdoor Warning Siren test for Friday, Jan. 17. Emergency management officials say this will be the first quarter COWS test. The test is set for noon on Friday, and it is expected to last three minutes. The rest of the quarterly tests for 2024 are as follows:…