Author: WNKY Staff

Hancock County man charged after allegedly kidnapping ex-wife & child, crashing into deputy cruisers

May 27, 2026

WNKY Staff,

OHIO COUNTY, Ky. – A Hancock County man faces criminal charges following a police pursuit. Hancock County Dispatch contacted the Ohio County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday evening, requesting assistance with a vehicle pursuit entering Ohio County. Dispatch told OCSO that a truck rammed a Hancock County Sheriff’s Office deputy cruiser. The driver is identified as 44-year-old Cody Wedding, of Hawesville. Police…

Hujsak’s Homer Lifts Hot Rods Over Renegades in 7-6 Win

May 26, 2026

WNKY Staff,

Wappingers Falls, New York – Connor Husjak blasted a two-run homer in the eighth inning, powering the Bowling Green Hot Rods (33-12) past the Hudson Valley Renegades (21-24) on Tuesday, 7-6 at Heritage Financial Park in Wappingers Falls, New York. Bowling Green plated the first runs of the game against Hudson Valley starter Chase Hampton in the top of the…

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Firefighters respond to submerged vehicle accident in Warren County

May 26, 2026

WNKY Staff,

Photo source: Warren County Fire Department SystemWARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The Warren County Fire Department System (WCFDS) responded to several accidents Tuesday. According to a social media post, WCFDS personnel received a 911 dispatch to a motor vehicle accident on Nashville Road near Woodburn Fire Station #2. A passerby told dispatch a vehicle had left the roadway. Firefighters located a…

Man indicted in shooting deaths of woman, unborn child in Barren County

May 26, 2026

WNKY Staff,

GLASGOW, Ky. – A Barren County grand jury indicted a Glasgow man charged with the murder of a woman and her unborn child. According to Glasgow News 1, 24-year-old Brandon Lee Bond was indicted by the grand jury last week on counts of domestic violence murder, fetal homicide and fleeing or evading police. The Glasgow Police Department’s preliminary investigation determined…

Edmonson County man dies after crash in Warren County

May 26, 2026

WNKY Staff,

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – A 70-year-old man has died following a crash on Girkin Road on Monday in Warren County. According to a social media post by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded Monday around 5:27 p.m. to the 500 block of Girkin Road for a single-vehicle collision. Authorities say the vehicle contained five people, with some trapped. The…

New details released after fatal Hart County shooting incident

May 26, 2026

WNKY Staff,

UPDATE May 26 at 6 p.m. Further details have been released after a fatal shooting incident in Hart County last week. According to Parker, an altercation occurred between 34-year-old Scott Hinchey of Angleton, Texas and 42-year-old Kordez Odom of Shubuta, Mississippi. During the altercation, Parker says Hinchey pulled out a weapon and shot Odom. Odom died due to his wounds,…

Kentucky State Police adds specialized tactical vehicle to fleet

May 26, 2026

WNKY Staff,

Source: Kentucky State PoliceFRANKFORT, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police has added a specialized armored vehicle to its fleet. According to a release by KSP, the “Rook” armored vehicle will enhance its ability to respond to calls and prioritize safety. “Our brave law enforcement officers put themselves in harm’s way to make our communities safer,” Gov. Andy Beshear said. “Providing…

Ohio County man arrested following months-long theft investigation

May 26, 2026

WNKY Staff,

HARTFORD, Ky. – An Ohio County man was arrested following a months-long theft investigation. According to a social media post, the Ohio County Sheriff’s Office began investigating 71-year-old Phillip Hayes, of McHenry, in March 2026. OSCO arrested Hayes on May 22 on an indictment warrant. Hayes is charged with theft by unlawful taking or disposition of all others $1,000 <…

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Bowling Green Police Department to host Recruitment Open House

May 26, 2026

WNKY Staff,

Image source: Bowling Green Police DepartmentBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is offering the community an inside look at available law enforcement careers. BGPD is hosting a Recruitment Open House on June 4 from 5 pm until 7 pm at the David Whitson Public Safety Training Center located at 250 Porter Pike in Bowling Green. The event…

Road department closes 2 Warren County roadways due to flooding

May 26, 2026

WNKY Staff,

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Warren County roadway is closed. According to a social media post, the Warren County Road Department announced the closure of Marty Drive and Hadley Cohron road due to flooding. WCRD says road flooding can be reported by calling 270-843-8328. Upper Dixie Highway, which was closed on May 22, has reopened.