Author: WNKY Staff

Woman meets officers who helped save her life when she was shot

Photo source: Louisville Metro Police DepartmentLOUISVILLE, Ky. – Louisville Metro police say a woman got to meet the officers who helped save her life. In a social media post, LMPD says a woman named Janae was pregnant at the time when a man shot her and stole her purse. That night, police say she arrived home shortly after 10:30 p.m….

Greenwood High School students place in FBLA competitions, bringing home 1st and 2nd place

Photo source: Warren County Public SchoolsBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Several Greenwood High School students have a right to celebrate after placing in some FBLA competitions. At the FBLA 2023 Kentucky State Leadership Conference, GHS’s Aanyaa Arora placed first in intro to public speaking. In addition, the team of Denise Dumapias, Kela Alexander and Olivia Reed placed second in business ethics….

South Warren High School student with perfect ACT score wins FBLA competition

Photo source: Warren County Public SchoolsBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – You might remember Amogh Patnaik, a South Warren High School student who earned a perfect ACT score. According to Warren County Public Schools, Patnaik has now placed first in computer game and simulation in the FBLA 2023 Kentucky State Leadership Conference. Patnaik received his recognition during the recent board of education…

Auburn man arrested following traffic stop

AUBURN, Ky. – An Auburn man is facing multiple charges after authorities say they located illegal drugs during a traffic stop. The Logan County Sheriff’s Department says it stopped a vehicle on North College Street in Auburn on Thursday after noticing a cracked driver’s side windshield. Authorities say they noted signs of “criminal behavior” while investigating the driver, Timothy Robertson,…

Sunrise Spotlight: Computer Summer Camps

For today’s edition of Sunrise Spotlight, we met with Laura Torres. She spoke about the first-ever Commonwealth Coders Summer Camp. You can register for June 5th to 9th, June 12th to 16th and July 10th to 14th is open for enrollment. To register for the upcoming Summer Camp, you can click right here.

Pet of the Day: Milo

If you’re looking for a lovebug to bring sunshine into your home- look no further! For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, meet Milo. This Australian Shepard mix is around four years old and just loves people, even if he is a little shy. He’s not neutered yet so Milo isn’t the biggest…

Feel Good Friday: Walmart Hero

Family is more than just blood and that is the case here in Kentucky after a Walmart employee helped save the life of a customer who collapsed in the store. Since that fateful day, the man’s guardian angel has been welcomed in as “family” after her heroic and selfless act. For today’s Feel Good Friday, brought to you by JC…

Living Well: Body Dysmorphia

A popular actress is shining a light on a little-known mental health condition Megan Fox says she suffers from body dysmorphic disorder or body dysmorphia. And it can have a major impact on a person’s mental and physical well-being. Health experts say many who suffer from this condition may not even know it. In today’s Living Well, News 40’s Morgan…

Faith Hegh named to NFCA Second Team All-Region

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – WKU Softball saw fifth-year utility player Faith Hegh named to the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-Region Team, the organization announced Thursday. Hegh landed a second team spot after a successful graduate season campaign for the Red and White. The New Jersey native helped WKU to a 30-24 overall record and 14-9 mark in Conference USA games, marking the third consecutive 30-win season for the Hilltoppers that included…

Additional arrest made in Bowling Green death investigation

Photo source: Bowling Green Police DepartmentBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department says it has made an additional arrest in connection with the death of a Bowling Green woman. On Thursday, BGPD says it arrested Tiffany McCoy, 38, of Bowling Green as a result of an ongoing investigation after the death of Jazzmyne Rose Fikes. Police say they…