Author: WNKY Staff

Man charged with kidnapping of adult, assault involving infant in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A man is facing multiple charges, including kidnapping, after an incident in Bowling Green on Thursday. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department responded for a reported disturbance Thursday, Oct. 23 at a Bowling Green residence. Police say it was reported that a male was assaulting a female. Upon arrival, police say they…

Several more charged after drugs allegedly placed near Todd Co. Detention Center

TODD COUNTY, Ky. – Three men incarcerated at the Todd County Detention Center have additional charges after authorities say an Indiana woman attempted to help smuggle drugs into the jail. The Elkton Police Department says it has charged Zachary Dean, 34, of Louisville, Marshay Thomas, 30, of Louisville and Paul Stokley, 34, of Lexington with complicity to second-degree trafficking in…

Students participate in hands-on career fair at annual SCK Launch

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Students from 12 Kentucky school districts may be looking at their future careers thanks to this year’s SCK Launch Experience. This hands-on career fair for eighth graders offers the chance to explore possible careers and dreams across multiple industries, including construction, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, professional services, public services, transportation, distribution and logistics. SCK LAUNCH is a…

Bowling Green police seeking vehicle in connection to theft

Source: Bowling Green Police Department. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is working to locate a vehicle it says is involved in a felony theft. Police say the theft took place at a local retail store. Further details have not been released at this time. If you see this vehicle or know the identity of the owner,…

Warren Central High School Athletics hosting food drive this week

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – On Thursday, Warren Central High School Athletics is holding a food drive in connection with the Friday Night 5G Lights Contest. The school is collecting non-perishable goods that will be donated to the local chapter of Feeding America. Preferred drive items include peanut butter, canned meat, soup, canned fruit and green beans or corn. The first…

Portland man charged with vehicular homicide following wreck in Simpson Co.

FRANKLIN, Ky. – A Portland, Tennessee man is facing multiple charges in relation to a fatal crash in Simpson County. According to court records, Alberto Sebastian Andres, 24, of Portland is charged with vehicular homicide while under the influence of alcohol, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, first offense and possess open alcohol beverage container in…

Kentucky drivers with communication barriers can add code to vehicle registration

KENTUCKY – Drivers with any type of communication barrier can request a special code to be added to their vehicle registration in Kentucky. The code informs law enforcement officers of potential communication barriers before they approach their vehicle. If this is something you think you need, you can ask your local county clerk’s office to add the communication barrier code…

Russellville Rotary Foundation gathering donations for local students

RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – The Russellville Rotary Club’s Happy Feet and Operation Warm Program is in full swing. This year, they are providing 391 pairs of sneakers, over 300 school-embossed hoodies and 471 pairs of joggers to children in all eight Logan County schools from Kindergarten to high school. If you would like to help pay for the shoes, send a…