RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – Russellville Independent Schools says two of its schools were placed on an unintentional lockdown on Friday. According to the district, the lockdown took place at both Russellville Middle School and Russellville High School. School officials say this occurred due to a physical fight. All students and staff followed lockdown procedures and are safe, according to the district….
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – On Thursday night, around 300 community members gathered at Forest Park Baptist Church to support the fight against food insecurity. This is the 12th year now for Empty Bowls in Bowling Green, an event meant to raise money for those in need by offering a hot meal and a handmade clay bowl in exchange for a…
In today’s Community Driven, presented by Innovation Engine, News 40’s Michael Ridgeway speaks to Pam Hurt, deputy director at Barren River Area Safe Space, about where she’d like to see our city in 25 years. We’re less than a week away from votes closing on the future of Bowling Green. To share your vote on submissions, visit WhatCouldBGBe.com.
FRANKLIN, Ky. – The Franklin Police Department will be conducting a traffic enforcement blitz starting Monday, March 17. According to police, this will occur around South College Street, Akin Avenue and Liberty Street. During this time, officers will focus on speeding and stop sign violations, although all traffic violations will be enforced. This initiative will last through March 31. Police…
Source: Bowling Green Fire Department. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Multiple units responded Friday morning for a garage fire in Warren County. According to Bowling Green Fire Department public information officer Katie McKee, the fire occurred on Lois Lane with visible smoke upon arrival. McKee says the fire was contained to the garage and attic. All occupants successfully evacuated before arrival,…
CAVE CITY, KY. – Just after 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, the Kentucky State Police Post 03 was contacted about a collision. Troopers arrived at the scene in the 2400 block of Griderville Road (KY-70). A preliminary investigation indicates that a red Chevrolet Silverado, operated by 43-year-old Billy Gregory from Glasgow, was traveling east on Griderville Road. Mr. Gregory’s vehicle crossed…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Women’s Tennis senior Sofia Blanco was named the Conference USA Women’s Tennis Athlete of the Week, and Blanco and Rachel Hermanova were named the CUSA Women’s Tennis Doubles Team of the Week, the conference announced Wednesday. “Very happy to see Sofia get Athlete of the Week, and Sofia and Rachel get Doubles Team of the…
UPDATE: Warren County Jailer, Stephen Harmon confirmed to News 40 on March 7th that Deputy Kevin Weatherby is no longer a current employee. WARNING: The following video may be disturbing to some viewers. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A man formerly incarcerated at the Warren County Regional Jail is seeking no less than $5 million after he went blind in one…
WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help to identify a man that allegedly fled a traffic stop. Deputies say the man pictured below gave a false name before fleeing law enforcement while they conducted a traffic stop. If you have any information on this individual, the WCSO asks you to call (270) 842-1633. You may…
MORGANTOWN, Ky. – A woman charged with drug-related manslaughter is in custody. Madison Westmoreland, 25, of Morgantown, was arrested by the Russellville Police Department on Wednesday. Westmoreland was served an indictment warrant on charges of second-degree manslaughter, trafficking in controlled substances, second-offense fentanyl, and first-degree persistent felony offender – first degree. The charges stem from an overdose death investigation conducted…
