Author: WNKY Staff

Glasgow Fire Department battles fire, house sustains significant damage

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Fire Department battled a structure fire early Wednesday morning. Fire Chief Lucas Tinsley says the department responded to 304 North Green Street to reports of a structure fire. At the scene, units located smoke and flames inside the structure. Tinsley says the home was occupied and the owner exited the structure with sustained injuries. The…

Police respond to non-injury rollover in Owensboro

Source: Owensboro Police Department. OWENSBORO, Ky. – Police are asking drivers to remain cautious in winter weather after responding to an overturned vehicle in Owensboro. The Owensboro Police Department says as of just before 11:30 a.m., East Fourth Street is blocked due to a rollover accident at Maplewood Drive. Police say there are no reported injuries at this time. Crews…

Med Center Health’s Health and Wellness Expo rescheduled to June 7

Source: Med Center Health. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Med Center Health has announced an upcoming event has been postponed due to weather conditions. The Med Center Health Health and Wellness Expo scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 11 will now take place on Saturday, June 7. The free event is slated for 8 to 11:30 a.m. at the Sloan Convention Center in…

Where to check road conditions throughout Kentucky

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Right now, closures for schools, businesses and some government offices are rolling in as snow sweeps across Kentucky. To remain weather aware, you can check road conditions and reported hazards at goky.ky.gov. To view current school and business delays and closures, you can visit WNKY.com/closings. News 40 will continue to work to bring you the latest…

Lady Toppers face Kennesaw State on the road

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU women’s basketball will take on Kennesaw State on Saturday to close out a two-game road swing for the Lady Toppers. GAME INFO WKU (10-5, 1-2 CUSA) at Kennesaw State (5-8, 0-2 CUSA) Saturday, Jan. 11 | 1 PM (CT) | Kennesaw, Ga. | KSU Convocation Center Watch: ESPN+ Listen: ESPN 102.7 in Bowling Green or…

T.J. Regional Health announces closures amid snowy conditions

GLASGOW, Ky. – T.J. Regional Health has announced closures Friday amid current weather conditions. According to T.J. Regional Health officials, T.J. Regional Health clinics and the T.J. Health Pavilion will close today by 11 a.m. or when the last patient is complete. Patients who have appointments affected by the changes will be contacted to reschedule, officials say. T.J. Urgent Care…

Barren Co. Sheriff’s Office closed early

BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The Barren County Sheriff’s Office has closed early at 10 a.m. due to weather conditions, officials say. Deputies continue to be out on the roads patrolling, according to Mike Houchens, public information officer with the BCSO. To follow the latest closings and delays, visit WNKY.com/closings.

Lady Toppers grind out win at Jax State

JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – WKU women’s basketball gutted out a Conference USA road win in a defensive battle at Jacksonville State, winning 51-44 on Thursday night in Alabama. The two teams went into the fourth quarter tied, but WKU (10-5, 1-2 CUSA) pulled away in the end to defeat Jax State (7-6, 1-1 CUSA) for the Lady Toppers’ first conference win…

Beshear urges Kentuckians to stay safe in expected winter conditions

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear is asking Kentuckians to be weather aware as forecasts state 3 to 6 inches of snowfall could happen beginning around midnight in western Kentucky. Officials say the snowfall is expected to move east across the state on Friday. However, they say ice is not anticipated at this time. The snow will impact commutes, primarily…

Planners of Kentucky Statewide Rail Plan to host virtual meetings to seek feedback

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Transportation planners are seeking public feedback for the Kentucky Statewide Rail Plan. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, feedback on the current draft can help guide and inform decision-makers on future rail service improvements across the state. “Whether you’re a rail user, a business owner or resident, your input matters to help plan the future of both…