Author: WNKY Staff

Remains identified as woman reported missing over 8 years ago, KSP says

source: Kentucky State Police. BIG CREEK, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police says it has positively identified remains as a woman reported missing more than eight years ago. Troopers say on March 27, 2016, they received a report that Angela “Toot Toot” Smith, 30, of Big Creek, Kentucky was missing by family members in Clay County. On March 6, 2021,…

UPDATE: 4-year-old boy found safe, sheriff’s office says

NORTONVILLE, Ky. – The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office says 4-year-old Waylon (Tommy) Holmes has been located safe in a wooded area. Original Story  NORTONVILLE, Ky. – The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance in locating a missing boy. The sheriff’s office says Waylon (Tommy) Holmes, age 4, was last seen near Cotton-Back Road on Monday in Nortonville. Holmes…

‘Unlawful’ products seized at Purple Haze Vape Store in Glasgow

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Police Department says charges are pending after complaints regarding an area vape store. According to authorities, detectives with GPD executed a search warrant on Monday at the Purple Haze Vape Store at 199 N L Roger Wells Boulevard in Glasgow. Police say they had received several complaints from parents, school personnel and school resource officers…

More than $10.6 million in funding heading to Butler, Warren counties

BUTLER COUNTY, WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – More than $10.6 million in state budget and grant funding is set to primarily benefit Warren and Butler counties. Beshear gathered with local leaders at the Barren River Area Development District on Monday to present the funding. The funds will support high-speed internet access, public education, cybersecurity, economic development, first responders, flood protection, traffic…

Mitch McConnell comments on second assassination attempt against Trump

WASHINGTON – Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell shared the following remarks Monday regarding the second assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump: “It’s dismaying to begin another week with news of an assassination attempt against a former President. We certainly are all grateful once again that the worst outcome was avoided. This ought to be a moment of soul-searching for…

Kickoff Time, TV Network Announced For Game At Boston College

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Football’s game at Boston College on Sept. 28 will kick off at 11 a.m. CT at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, and will be televised on the ACC Network. WKU sits at 2-1 overall and 1-0 in Conference USA play after taking down rival Middle Tennessee 49-21 last Saturday in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The Hilltoppers…

Toys for Tots Motorcycle Run postponed due to weather forecast

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The annual Toys for Tots Motorcycle Run has been postponed to Nov. 2 to gather donations for Christmas. The cost to participate is $20, or motorcyclists can donate an equal value new, unwrapped toy. All riders and bikes are welcome. The nonprofit says you can also purchase a shirt for $15 while supplies last. Registration will…

Craig Claims Victory; Leads Lady Tops To Runner-Up Finish

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – WKU women’s golf senior Catie Craig claimed her fifth career win on Sunday, winning the 2024 Cardinal Cup with a 3-under 213. Craig is now one win shy of Mary Joiner’s program record of six career wins. Craig overcame a two-shot deficit to begin the day, thanks to her 2-under 70. She was 2-over through three holes…