Author: WNKY Staff

Grayson Co. pursuit reaches over 100 mph, ends in tree

LEITCHIELD, Ky. – A Leitchfield man is in custody after police say he reached speeds over 100 miles per hour during a pursuit on Thursday. According to the Leitchfield Police Department, on officer on patrol at the Bypass near Wallace Avenue saw a silver 2017 GMC Sierra pass by at an estimated 90 miles per hour in a 45 mph…

Todd County sheriff seeks information on burglary suspect

Photo credit: Todd County Sheriff’s OfficeELKTON, Ky. – The Todd County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a burglary suspect. Sheriff Tracy White says an individual broke into a home on Penchem Road on December 11. White says the suspect is diving a dark dolor Chevrolet Impala. The Todd County Sheriff’s asks those with information on the burglary suspect to Todd…

Bowling Green man charged with fleeing police

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is facing charges after police say he fled law enforcement on Friday. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department was on patrol when an officer observed a male identified as Julian Hanna, 34, of Bowling Green. Police say Hanna was wanted on multiple active warrants and made contact with…

AG announces domestic violence indictment of Casey County man

FRANKFORT, Ky, – A Central Kentucky man has been indicted on domestic violence charges. The Office of Attorney General Russell Coleman says Matthew Daniel, 30 of Liberty, was indicted by a Casey County grand jury on Monday. Daniel is charged with second-degree strangulation (Class D felony), fourth-degree assault, and domestic violence (Class A misdemeanor). The indictment, issued on June 15,…

UPDATE: Edmonson County sheriff locates missing woman

Update: The woman has now been found according to the Edmonson County Sheriff’s Office. BROWNSVILLE, Ky. – The Edmonson County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing woman. Sheriff James Vincent says Mary Ann Vaughan, 72, was last seen near Brownsville. Vincent says Vaughan spoke with her sister and could be near Cave City, Clarkson, or Clarksville, TN. Vaughan has…

Bowling Green Police, KSP searching for suspect in burglary

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is conducting an investigation of a burglary suspect. Bowling Green Police Public Information Officer Assistant Amber Kae Bowman says the department is searching for a burglary suspect in the woods near Stockdale’s. Drones have been deployed in the search. Public Affairs Officer Katan Parker confirmed to WNKY News 40 that the…

Richardsville FD responds to field fire

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A field fire broke out on Saturday afternoon. The Richardsville Fire Department responded to a field fire at the 4000 block of Anna Sandhill Road. Crews say they located approximately one acre of land engulfed. The department says crews quickly extinguished the fire, preventing it from spreading.

Barren County Schools Trojan Art Gallery unveiled during grand opening

GLASGOW, Ky. — The Barren County Trojan Art Gallery officially opened its doors Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that brought together community leaders, educators, local artists and students. The gallery, located at Barren County High School, stands as a testament to the power of collaboration. According to the district, the gallery was born from a visionary collaboration between Barren County…

Pet of the Weekend: Yoda

FRANKLIN, Ky. – It’s now time for your weekend Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust. This weekend, we’d like you to meet Yoda. This boy is happy-go-lucky and playful, who loves toys and rolling around in the grass, so having a huge yard will be perfect. He also loves to settle down a bit…

Adairville first responders honored for saving victim during 2021 floods

ADAIRVILLE, Ky. – On Thursday, the City of Adairville honored two first responders for their outstanding efforts to help community members. According to a social media post by Logan County Search and Rescue, Adairville presented rescue member Aaron Montgomery and Adairville Fire Department chief Zack Rouse with plaques of commendation for courage and dedication for their efforts in saving the…