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A 75-year-old woman who allegedly posed as an heiress to steal more than $14 million has been added to the FBI’s Most Wanted list. Details ⬇️

A Knox County man was charged and arrested Monday in connection with a child sexual abuse material investigation More on the case ⬇️

A localized ceasefire took effect ahead of a humanitarian mission led by U.S. first lady, as missile attacks resumed in Kyiv. Read more on our website: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/one-city-ceasefire-between-russia-ukraine-brokered-by-first-lady-melania-trump-is-effect/

Gov. Andy Beshear announced Tuesday that his request for a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration for June severe weather has been approved. Details ⬇️

A teenager reported missing in Laurel County has been found. Details ⬇️

A jockey who was scheduled to ride in the Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland this weekend was arrested Monday in Louisville on domestic violence charges. Full details: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/veteran-jockey-arrested-domestic-violence-charges-louisville-will-not-ride-breeders-cup/ 

More young adults are living with their parents, according to survey. Find out why: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/more-young-adults-are-living-with-their-parents-according-survey/

A body has been recovered from Lake Cumberland amid the search for a missing boat crash victim, Russell County Emergency Management confirmed.

Nelson County Animal Control and Shelter needs the public’s help in identifying the person who left a dog chained up at the county fairgrounds. More information ⬇️

A Jessamine County sworn peace officer has been charged with unlawful discharge of a firearm after police say a shot was fired through the floor of a Lexington apartment. https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/sworn-peace-officer-charged-with-firing-weapon-lexington-apartment-complex/ 

Lexington eliminates nearly $8M in medical debt for more than 4,100 residents. Find out if you qualify for relief: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/lexington-eliminates-nearly-8m-medical-debt-more-than-4100-residents/ 

Risks spelled out for Anthropic investors include possible harms from runaway AI. Details: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/risks-spelled-out-anthropic-investors-include-possible-harms-runaway-ai/ 

Road closure scheduled for Ky. highway in Fayette Co. Find out where to avoid and the recommended detour: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/road-closure-scheduled-ky-highway-fayette-co/ 

Community invited to watch Breeders’ Cup garland creation. Find out more details: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/community-invited-watch-breeders-cup-garland-creation/ 

Crews return to scene to continue search for missing boat crash victim. Read more about the tragic accident that led to the man's disappearance: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/crews-return-lake-cumberland-search-boat-crash-victim/ 

Warm afternoons and cool nights will keep Kentucky's weather comfortable through the end of the week, but a change is on the way for Halloween weekend⬇️ See the full forecast: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/alexa-mintons-forecast-kentucky-stays-mild-through-friday-rain-returns-this-weekend/ 

UK was one of 16 schools across the country chosen for the investment ⬇️ More details: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/uk-chosen-by-us-department-energy-1-million-investment-into-mineral-workforce-development/

The Federal Trade Commission has sued Dollar General for what it characterized as “long-running deceptive pricing practices” ⬇️ Read more about the lawsuit: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/dollar-general-sued-allegedly-charging-customers-register-more-than-advertised/

A now former Henderson High School teacher accused of misconduct with a student reached a plea deal ⬇️ More on the case: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/26/former-henderson-teacher-pleads-guilty-sexual-abuse/

The U.S. Department of Justice wants to send federal election monitors to Louisville and Lexington for the General Election ⬇️ More details: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/26/doj-seeks-federal-monitors-louisville-election-clerk-cites-state-law-barring-them-inside-polls/ 

Trafficked items included lion teeth, a tiger pelt and a rhino horn⬇️ More details: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/couple-sentenced-trafficking-protected-wildlife-items-including-tiger-pelt-lion-teeth/

Fayette County Public Schools has added another layer of oversight to its corrective action plan, more than a month after launching a public online dashboard that tracks district spending changes. More ⬇️

A judge agreed to extend an order blocking the Trump administration’s renovation plans for a century-old public golf course in the nation’s capital⬇️ More details: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/27/judge-extends-court-ordered-block-trumps-renovation-plans-public-golf-course-washington/ 

The case against a man who was arrested after explosives were found inside a home has moved to federal court ⬇️ Read more about the case: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/26/man-indicted-federal-explosives-charges-after-johnson-co-incident/ 

The Georgetown City Council voted Monday night to extend the city’s data center moratorium, pushing the expiration date to June 30, 2027. More ⬇️

Halloween brings hazards for pets, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association, which says emergency animal clinics see a spike in cases during October. More ⬇️

A two-time “Jeopardy!” winner from North Carolina was arrested again, records show. The full story ⬇️

A couple was arrested after three children reported years of abuse in what a sheriff called a “house of horrors” in West Virginia. More details on the case ⬇️

Multiple students were taken to a hospital after a Mississippi school bus was involved in a collision Monday morning, authorities said. More ⬇️

The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

During Monday’s Fayette County Board of Education meeting, a representative of Teamsters Local 783 said district transportation employees and bus drivers are looking for a collective bargaining agreement. Details ⬇️

A Lexington Mexican restaurant has reopened two weeks after being shut down by the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department More on what the most recent inspection found ⬇️

The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a runaway teen Monday. If you have seen Cameron Hicks, please contact law enforcement ⬇️

The 16th annual PumpkinMania is currently taking place at Transylvania University. More on the fun ⬇️

A teenager was reported missing in Laurel County Monday and is considered a probable runaway. If you know the whereabouts of Brett Albergo, please contact the Laurel County Sheriff's Office ⬇️

Deer become increasingly active in the fall due to factors including mating season and a decrease in available food. As they migrate, officials say they can create problems for drivers.

Police say technology and cooperation between agencies led to a fast arrest after a shooting that left a woman with life-threatening injuries. More on how the Real Time Intelligence Center aids law enforcement ⬇️

A campaign ad airing throughout Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District claims Democratic candidate Zach Dembo backs higher taxes on Social Security benefits. Where he stands ⬇️

2-year-old suffers catastrophic brain injury after exposure to 7-OH

A search is underway for a man who went missing after a boat crash on Lake Cumberland. Details ⬇️

A man was arrested Monday after Paintsville police said he hid the death of his mother for several months. More on the case ⬇️

Microsoft has offered 60,000 employees, or about 27% of its global workforce, voluntary buyouts as the software giant spends heavily on artificial intelligence. More details ⬇️

A Rowan County student is being charged in connection with vandalism targeting a Rowan County High School football coach. Find out more about the controversy by clicking the link ⬇️

The Anderson County Fire District said on Monday that it will appear in an upcoming movie. ​More on its debut ⬇️

The Fayette Board of Education wants the public’s input on the search for a new superintendent. More can be found ⬇️

The man accused of seriously injuring a Lexington police officer during a traffic stop now faces federal charges. The latest in the case can be found by clicking the link ⬇️

The Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters kicked off their 2026 Toy Program Monday morning. Find out how you can help⬇️

An update from an earlier story: a missing Knox County man has been located.

One person is in custody amid a police investigation into a threat made against Georgetown College: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/26/students-told-shelter-place-after-threat-against-georgetown-college/ 

Students told to shelter in place after threat against Georgetown College