TOMPKINSVILLE, Ky. – A Tompkinsville man is accused of firing a gun during a verbal argument. According to a uniform citation, an officer contacted dispatch about hearing a gunshot in the area of West Fourth Street and Emberton Street. Authorities say the Tompkinsville Police Department responded to the scene, where officers observed multiple individuals in a verbal confrontation in a…
Photo source: KYTC District 3GLASGOW, Ky. – A traffic study is underway in Glasgow. An update from Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 informed the public that the intersection of U.S. 31 – EX Race Street and Front Street is now an all-way stop. On April 30, stop signs were installed after the signal was put on a flashing red light….
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A generous sock donation from an American sock manufacturer helps survivors in the Barren River area. Barren River Area Safe Space, Inc. announced that it has received a generous donation of 5,000 pairs of socks from Bombas to distribute to the survivors it connects with. BRASS says socks are a critical item of need and provide comfort…
CRITTENDEN COUNTY, Ky. – Crittenden County Sheriff’s Deputy Rick Coyle has died due to injuries sustained in the line of duty earlier this month. According to a social media post by Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday, Coyle died due to his injuries after being shot during a law enforcement response in Crittenden County on April 2. Troopers say a preliminary…
Source: CanvaEDMONSON, METCALFE COUNTIES, Ky. – Burn bans are now lifted in both Edmonson and Metcalfe counties following recent weather conditions. The bans were initially issued through executive orders by each county’s judge executive due to drought conditions. Although the outdoor burn bans are lifted, fire hazard season remains in effect through Thursday, April 30. Open burning remains prohibited within…
Photo source: Kentucky State Police/Jefferson CountyVALLEY STATION, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police is investigating a collision involving a KSP cruiser in Jefferson County. KSP says a trooper was injured in a three-vehicle collision in the 15000 block of Dixie Highway in Jefferson County Wednesday. The initial investigation indicates that 33-year-old David Huggins, of Louisville, was driving southbound on Dixie…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A woman is behind bars on multiple charges, including rape involving a child under 12. According to a uniform citation, the Kentucky State Police served an indictment warrant Monday on 33-year-old Brittany Cornett of Morgantown. Cornett is now formally charged with first-degree criminal abuse of a child, 12 or under, first-degree sexual abuse, victim under 12…
MORGANTOWN, Ky. – A local bank awarded scholarships to students for continued education. Morgantown Bank & Trust presented $12,500 in scholarships to five high school seniors on Wednesday. The bank awards the scholarships to standout students in South Central Kentucky annually. 2026 Recipients Andrew Fulkerson (Ohio County High School) Claire Ellington (Greenwood High School) Tinslea Belcher (Butler County High School)…
GLASGOW, Ky. – On Wednesday, the community gathered at the Glasgow Police Department to honor a local child, 2-year-old Wyatt Miller. On Wednesday morning, the department planted a tree in Miller’s memory. Through organ donation, the agency says Miller’s legacy lives on and has saved three lives. On a plaque at the department, Miller is recognized, stating, “In honor of Wyatt…
MUNFORDVILLE, Ky. – A Horse Cave man is charged with animal cruelty. According to the Hart County Sheriff’s Office, an anonymous tip indicated that a large number of dogs were not being cared for. Deputies and the Hart County Animal Shelter responded to 1591 Tommy Toms Road to investigate the scene on April 28. HCSO says 37 dogs were located…
