Author: WNKY Staff

Trump charged by Justice Department for efforts to overturn his 2020 presidential election loss

Donald Trump was charged Tuesday in a Justice Department investigation into his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, a frantic but ultimately failed endeavor that culminated in the violent riot by his supporters at the U.S. Capitol. The indictment, the third criminal case brought against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House…

Man charged with drug trafficking, missing 17-year-old found in Barren County

Photo source: Barren River Drug Task Force CAVE CITY, Ky. – A man is facing charges after officials say a missing juvenile has been found, along with illegal drugs, at a Barren County residence. The Barren River Drug Task Force says detectives, along with the Barren County Sheriff’s Office, searched a residence around 11 p.m. Thursday night on Hiseville Bear…

Back-to-school dates for Bowling Green, Warren County and more

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – School is almost in session again, and you may be wondering when classes begin at local school districts. Parents and guardians are undoubtedly getting ready for the new schedule shift right around the corner. The following schools will start for Kindergarten through 12th grade on their designated date: WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS According to the Warren…

Living Well: Colon Cancer on the Rise

It’s the fourth most common cancer in the U.S. and a recent study is showing colon cancer is on the rise in younger adults. The American Cancer Society recommends adults at average risk start regular screenings starting at age 45. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, News 40’s Morgan Hoover has some of the red flags…

Reed and Corley Named to Maxwell Award Watch List

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Maxwell Football Club announced its watch list for the 87th annual Maxwell Award presented to the most outstanding player in college football with WKU quarterback Austin Reed and receiver Malachi Corley featured on the list. The list consists of 85 players with WKU being one of only 16 schools with two players represented. Reed and Corley…

Bowling Green man charged with DUI, drug possession

Photo source: Warren County Sheriff’s OfficeALVATON, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is facing charges relating to driving under the influence and illegal drug possession. The Warren County Sheriff’s Office says it responded Monday morning for a report of a person passed out within a running vehicle with a firearm in their lap. Authorities responded to the scene at Alvaton…

Flint Ridge Road temporarily closed on Thursday

MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky. – Flint Ridge Road from Mammoth Cave Parkway to the park boundary will be closed Thursday, Aug. 3, according to park officials. Mammoth Cave National Park says the closure will last from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. that day due to hazardous tree removal. Officials say additional time is needed to clear remaining trees. For updates on…

Emerging Leaders: Avery Cole

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – For this week’s Emerging Leaders brought to you by ELPO Law, we spoke to Avery Cole, 4H state vice president for Kentucky. Cole is entering her senior year, and her future already looks promising.

Barren County constable arrested after involvement in pursuit

ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. – A Barren County constable faces charges after authorities say he was involved in a pursuit. The Kentucky State Police was first notified Tuesday of the pursuit of a stolen vehicle that originated in Barren County. According to authorities, the pursuit then entered Hardin County, when they say they learned Barren County constable Joseph Ramey, 29, was involved…