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Kentucky man wanted on human trafficking, organized crime charges

Photo source: Kentucky State Police BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police is searching for a man wanted on multiple charges, including human trafficking. Authorities say 34-year-old Dustin E. Newsome is at large. Newsome is wanted on charges of human trafficking, organized crime, possession of child pornography and other offenses, KSP says. Newsome is described as 6 feet tall…

Fundraisers started for Simpson County chief deputy Brad Harper

Photo source: GoFundMeSIMPSON COUNTY, Ky. – A Simpson County deputy is still recovering after being injured in a shooting on Saturday, Oct. 7 in Allen County. The Simpson County Sheriff’s Office says fundraisers are now set up to help chief deputy Brad Harper and his family. Officials confirm Harper was shot while trying to arrest an individual in connection with…

Glasgow church group safely returns to U.S. from Israel

Photo source: Nic Smith/Facebook BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The River Lake Church Group that was in Israel earlier this week is now back in the U.S., according to the church. The church posted to its Facebook page Wednesday sharing the news, saying the group is still making its way to Glasgow, Kentucky. The group had formerly been unable to leave…

Community Driven – Logan Locke

The MuuvWell Hot Rod Ultra 24-Hour Run was held at Bowling Green Ballpark on Saturday, September 23. Proceeds from the 24-hour run event benefit Curbside Ministries. Logan Locke joins us in studio to discuss the event, its impact on the South Central Kentucky community and what’s in store for 2024. Find out more at HotRodUltra.com.

What’s Brewing at the Ballpark

For this week’s What’s Brewing at the Ballpark, Tommy and Ashlee head to Bowling Green Ballpark to discuss the exciting events coming up including the Survivor Casting Call. If you think you have what it takes to become the Ultimate Survivor and take home $1,000,000, then head on down to the Bowling Green Ballpark to try out and have a…

Sunrise Spotlight: Harvest Festival and Croptober

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – For today Sunrise Spotlight, Tommy sat down with Tessa Norris, and Sara Cline to learn more about the upcoming Harvest Festival. The Harvest Festival, happening this Saturday, October 14th, will feature fun games for kids, face painting and plenty of food. They will also be adding a new element this year. During last years Festival Jose…

Pet of the Day: Goober

Today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank and Trust, is Goober! Goober is an adorable guinea pig who beautiful gold, and white fur. They are calm and like to be held. They are love hang out with you and get as many pet as possible. Be sure to adopt Goober today from the Bowling Green/Warren County…

Living Well: Keeping Your Kids Mentally Healthy

Tuesday was World Mental Health Day, and one in six US youth between the ages of six and 17 experience a mental health disorder every year according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. The organization says half of all lifetime mental illnesses begin by age 14. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, News 40’s Morgan…

Powerball jackpot to be second-largest in history

(CNN) – The Powerball jackpot has soared to an estimated $1.73 billion after no big winner was drawn Monday night. This marks the second-largest prize in the lottery’s history. Monday’s winning numbers were 16, 34, 46, 55, 67 and a Powerball of 14. The drawing drew more than 3.7 million winning tickets at lower prize levels, including a $2 million…