Author: WNKY Staff

Tops fall at Kentucky

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WKU SPORTS) – WKU Baseball (6-3) lost to the Kentucky Wildcats (7-1) 5-0 on Tuesday night at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Ky. The Hilltoppers were shutout for the first time this year, only recording three hits in the contest. Senior Cory Bosecker earned the midweek start for WKU, his first of the season. The southpaw threw…

WKU Softball falls to Louisville Tuesday

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WKU SPORTS) – WKU Softball fell to in-state rival Louisville, 4-1, in the Tops first midweek contest of the season. TJ Webster had a perfect night at the plate, going 3-for-3 in the batter’s box. Freshman Morgan Sharpe continued a now 15-game hitting streak, bringing her season total to 28, as Brylee Hage and Randi Drinnon also picked…

Man arrested, suspected of robbery involving a gun

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green Police have arrested a man they say is a suspect in a robbery. BGPD says around 2:20 p.m. on Tuesday, a locksmith was called to the 400 block of Sheppard Court for a service call. When the locksmith arrived, police say a male approached the locksmith while brandishing a handgun and demanded items. Police…

Tips on preparing for overnight storms

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Some of our local area may face severe weather tonight and Wednesday morning. Emergency management has provided some tips to prepare in case of severe storms. Emergency officials say to have a safe place prepared. In addition, you should have some electronic devices ready, which include a NOAA Weather Radio and charged cell phone. Remember to…

Police working robbery on Sheppard Court

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green police are at the scene of a reported robbery at a residence on Sheppard Court. Please avoid the area at this time. News 40 crews are at the scene. We will continue to bring the latest coverage as further details are released.

Wendy’s planning to test surge pricing as early as next year

Photo source: The Wendy’s Company, CNN RELATED: Wendy’s says it is not raising prices in statement (CNN) – The price of a Wendy’s Frosty could change depending on when you order it. The fast food restaurant announced it will start testing Uber-like surge charging in 2025. Wendy’s hasn’t released many details, but the change is part of a $20 million…

Allen County-Scottsville High School student death confirmed, sheriff says

ALLEN COUNTY, Ky. – An Allen County-Scottsville High School student has died, according to authorities. Allen County sheriff Brandon Ford confirmed the death of a teen male on Tuesday and says he was taken to Med Center in Warren County. An identity has not been released at this time. Ford says the incident is under investigation as a possible drug…

Beshear announces ‘Collaborative Blueprint’ for future economic growth

FRANKFORT, Ky. – On Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced the Collaborative Blueprint created by and for Kentucky’s economic developers. It’s a statewide initiative led by Team Kentucky with input and support from partners across the Commonwealth and is now publicly available. The goal is for economist developers in Kentucky to come together, working in many different ways to build on…

Hot Rods Go Cashless, Extend Netting for 2024 Season

Bowling Green Ballpark implements changes for upcoming campaign

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (Bowling Green Hot Rods) – The Bowling Green Hot Rods, High-A Affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, prepare for changes for the upcoming 2024 season. A majority of Bowling Green Ballpark will become cashless starting March 15. Fan safety will also receive changes, extending the protective netting on each side of the field to the foul poles….