Author: WNKY Staff

Judges order for SNAP benefits to continue using emergency funds

(CNN, WNKY) – Two federal judges are ordering the Trump administration to replenish food aid benefits to tens of millions of people across the country. On Friday, federal judges in Rhode Island and Massachusetts ruled the government is required to tap into billions of dollars in emergency funds to help pay for food stamp benefits. Both judges rejected the Department…

The Capitol releases free movie list for November

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Capitol is back with another round of free movies this November. The movies are free and open to the public, with no ticket required. Sunday, Nov. 2 “Godzilla & Mothra” at 3 p.m. “King Kong vs. Godzilla” at 5 p.m. “Godzilla” at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3 “Wicked (Subtitled Sing-a-long)” at 2 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday,…

WKU police seeking tips in golf cart theft

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Western Kentucky University Police Department is asking for your help. Police say they are working to learn more about three subjects in relation to a stolen golf cart at Diddle Arena on Thursday night. Authorities say the subjects were captured on video walking away from the golf cart in the alleyway of 102 Woodford Street….

Scottsville man charged with unlawful transaction with minor

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A Scottsville man is facing charges related to a minor allegedly smoking a device containing THC. According to a uniform citation, a Scottsville Police Department officer observed 31-year-old Christopher Henson of Scottsville driving carelessly on Thursday evening. Police say Henson crossed the center line and failed to give a signal within 100 feet of turning right. Authorities…

UPDATE: Barren County sheriff investigating vehicle theft, suspect identified

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Barren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a vehicle theft. BCSO states that a vehicle theft occurred in the 5700 block of Dripping Springs Road on Tuesday. The vehicle has since been located. BCSO states it has since identified the suspect, and a warrant for that person’s arrest is being sought. News 40 will provide further details…

Airline to offer flights from Paducah to Chicago, Houston airports

Source: Envato/By mblach.PADUCAH, Ky. – Big news is taking off for Kentucky travelers. According to a social media post by Barkley Regional Airport in Paducah, SkyWest Airlines, operating as United Express, is now open for booking. The airport states that beginning Feb. 24, travelers will be able to fly from Paducah to Chicago O’Hare and Houston Intercontinental. This will provide a…