Author: WNKY Staff

Kentucky State Police searching for Hart County inmate after escape

MUNFORDVILLE, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police is searching for an inmate after they say he escaped while on work release at the Hart County Animal Shelter. Police say Abdullah O. Qasem, 29, walked away from the location on 2190 S. Dixie Highway around 8 a.m. Saturday. He is described as being around 6 foot 2 inches tall and weighing…

UPDATE: Missing Union County man found

Source: Warren County Emergency ManagementUNION COUNTY , Ky. – Warren County Emergency Management says James (Jim) Nicholson and his car have been located. Original Story UNION COUNTY, Ky. – A Golden Alert has been issued for a missing man out of Union County. Officials say James (Jim) Nicholson, 76, went missing yesterday between the hours of 5 and 7 p.m….

FDA drafts plan to update allowance for gay and bisexual men to give blood

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Today, the Food and Drug Administration announced plans to ease rules for blood donations from gay and bisexual males. The proposed new guidelines come as the U.S. faces a critical shortage of blood donations across the country. The FDA is proposing to drop the three-month abstinence requirement for donations from men who have sex with men….

Epicenter receives recognition as Eclipse Award Champion

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green horse is being hailed a champion. Epicenter, born and raised at Westwind Farms in Bowling Green, has been named the Eclipse Award Champion for being an outstanding 3-year-old colt of 2022, according to Kentucky Downs. The now-retired Epicenter was campaigned by Ron Winchell, a co-partner of the Mint Gaming Hall at Kentucky Downs…

‘Nashville’s Weekly Most Wanted’ fugitive apprehended in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A man listed as one of “Nashville’s Weekly Most Wanted” is now behind bars after being arrested in Bowling Green. The Metro Nashville Police Department says Jose Damaso-Hernandez, 26, has been wanted since August 2020 in connection to a deadly crash on Bell Road at Brookview Estates Drive. Authorities say the crash led to the death…

Suspect still at large after burglary in Warren County

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Local law enforcement is asking for your help to find a male suspect and vehicle. The Warren County Sheriff’s Office says they are working a burglary that happened on South Ford Avenue in Bowling Green. According to authorities, the vehicle appears to be a red Nissan Altima with damage to the front bumper on the passenger…

UPDATE: Man arrested in Glasgow after pipe bomb found in home

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Police Department has released further details surrounding an arrest after the discovery of a homemade pipe bomb. Around 8 p.m. Thursday night, GPD, along with the Kentucky State Police and ATF, had responded to Redwood Street in Glasgow for a suspicious object inside of a home. The FBI also provided assistance. Glasgow police say the…

Feel Good Friday: Arcadia Senior Living Tiktok Dances

For this week’s Feel Good Friday, brought to you by JC Kirby & Son, News 40’s own Lexi Schweinert met up with some lovely ladies who love to groove. This group of Arcadia Senior Living residents made a TikTok to the popular song ‘Flowers’ by Miley Cyrus. They danced their hearts out and had a great time doing it!   

Sunrise Spotlight: Nona’s Nest

For today’s Sunrise Spotlight, brought to you by the German American Bank, we met up with Jini Payne! She told us about a relatively new non-profit in South Central Kentucky called Nona’s Nest. Their goal is to serve children in out of home care as well as at risk children in  South Central KY & surrounding areas. They’re always looking…

Living Well: Vexas Syndrome

A recently identified illness may be more common than first thought. The inflammatory disorder comes with a host of symptoms that can affect everyday life. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, we’ll learn more on “Vexas” syndrome. We’ll also find out what can be done to determine if you’re suffering from it.