Author: WNKY Staff

NWS confirms at least 2 tornadoes touched down in Kentucky

Source: Gov. Andy Beshear. FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear released a weather update Tuesday afternoon, including the confirmation that at least two tornadoes touched down in Kentucky. Beshear declared a state of emergency earlier Tuesday afternoon in relation to severe storms that began Monday in some parts of the Commonwealth. According to the governor’s latest update, the National Weather…

Kentucky to award over $800K in funding to prevent youth crime

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear announced Tuesday that applications will be available starting April 5 for over $800,000 in grant funding to aid in preventing youth crime across the commonwealth. “Since I became Governor, we have worked daily to create a Kentucky that is safer, fostering an environment where all children can thrive and become whoever they want to…

Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency due to severe storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency after severe storms swept through the commonwealth starting Monday. More storms are continuing into the evening Tuesday. The storms have produced heavy rain, hail, lightning, possible tornadoes and intense damaging winds across much of the commonwealth. There have been reports of damage to property, and thousands of Kentuckians…

Clint Black to perform at SKyPAC this fall

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Arts of Southern Kentucky welcomes a country legend to Bowling Green this fall. Singer, guitarist and songwriter Clint Black will perform at The SKyPAC on Thursday, October 24 at 7pm. The country artist’s latest tour will pay tribute to one of his most successful albums. Black will perform the triple platinum album ‘Killin’ Time’ from start…

Powerball jackpot climbs to over $1 billion with no winner

(CNN) – The Powerball jackpot has now surpassed $1 billion. It now stands at an estimated $1.09 billion after there was no winner in Monday night’s drawing. Six tickets did match the first five numbers, and those winners get $1 million each. Powerball tickets cost $2, and the next drawing is Wednesday night. Monday marked 39 consecutive drawings without a…

Seven top prospects headline roster for Hot Rods 15th season

15 players return, Two top 100 prospects come to Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Hot Rods, High-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, are excited to reveal the roster prior to the 15th season at Bowling Green Ballpark. 15 players return to the squad, with 13 new faces making their Hot Rods debut, combining for seven of the Rays top 30 prospects. Last season, Hot Rods hitters…

Hilltoppers’ Midweek Matchup with #7 Vanderbilt Canceled

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Due to inclement weather in the Nashville area, WKU Baseball and No. 7 Vanderbilt have canceled their game scheduled for Tuesday, April 2. There are no plans for a rescheduled date at this time. The Hilltoppers will now look towards the weekend, with a three-game series against No. 8 Dallas Baptist set to begin at 6 p.m….

Beshear closing state office buildings early due to inclement weather

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear closed all executive branch state office buildings early Tuesday due to weather conditions, officials say. Buildings closed beginning at noon Central Standard Time, according to a post on X by the Team Kentucky Personnel Cabinet. Beshear stated on social media Tuesday morning that damaging winds have already hit Kentucky. However, officials say executive branch…

WCSO asking for video after weekend damage in Warren County

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The Warren County Sheriff’s Office says it is looking for information after a string of mailboxes were damaged over the weekend. Deputies say they have at least eight complaints of damage around Meng Road and Homer Murray Road. Damage likely occurred early Saturday, March 30. According to deputies, a light-colored Ford passenger car was seen leaving…