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Lanes closed on section of I-165 in Butler County

BUTLER COUNTY, Ky. – Drivers should be aware of some lane closures on Interstate 165 in Butler County. The closures are set up from mile markers 26 to 32, transportation officials say. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 says the closures will be in place for the next several months. The closures will allow crews to work on a road…

BGFD investigate possible structure fire, report smoke damage

Photo courtesy of Bowling Green Fire Department(9:12am) BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – According to Katie McKee, Public Information Officer of the Bowling Green Fire Department, no damages are reported at this time. (8:45am) BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Fire Department is investigating a possible structure fire at an apartment complex. On Tuesday, first responders received a call to Windover…

Bowling Green man formally charged with rape, sexual abuse

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man has been indicted in connection with an alleged rape case from March 2024. According to court records, 23-year-old Cristian G. Munguia was indicted May 8 on charges of first-degree rape, first-degree sexual abuse and first-degree wanton endangerment. In a uniform citation, Bowling Green police officers state they responded on March 16 for…

Bowling Green man charged in overdose death

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green is facing manslaughter and drug trafficking charges. According to a uniform citation, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office responded to an overdose investigation on Sunday, April 28 on Apple Valley Road. Upon arrival, deputies say they found a dead 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old female juvenile alive. The female juvenile was transported to The…

Helton receives USA Lacrosse All-American honors

Presley Helton and the South Warren Girls Lacrosse celebrate Helton’s 100th career goal (credit: South Warren Girls Lacrosse)BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Spartan is receiving national accolades. South Warren senior Presley Helton has been named a USA Lacrosse All-American, as voted on by coaches in the state of Kentucky. Helton scored 81 goals to go with 10 assists and 111…

UPDATE: Portion of road reopened between Kenton and Chestnut Street

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A portion of road that was closed through the later afternoon Monday in Bowling Green has reopened. According to city officials, 12th Avenue between Kenton and Chestnut Street is back open to traffic after crews spent the entire day on a repaving project. You may have noticed detour signs earlier today to reroute around the work…

National Police Week continues through May 18

This week is National Police Week, a time for us to recognize and remember those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. In 2024, the names of the 282 law officers killed in the line of duty were added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. The Warren County Sheriff’s Office states 118 of…

Hart County Tourism launches updated map of Horse Cave businesses

Source: Hart County Tourism. HORSE CAVE, Ky. – A newly updated map will make your next trip to Horse Cave, Kentucky a whole lot easier. According to a social media post from Hart County Tourism, the group has launched its updated Shop Horse Cave map and brochure. There, you can find a variety of shopping, adventure and dining experiences in…