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Kentucky Blood Center adds frozen breast milk drop-off location in Frankfort

1 week ago | lex18.com | Erin Mercedes Rosas |Canva still

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) — The Kentucky Blood Center is expanding it's partnership with The Milk Bank by adding a seventh drop-off location for frozen breast milk, the center announced. According to the center's website, beginning on Thursday, the Frankfort Donor Center will accept donations of frozen breast milk from approved donors of The Milk Bank.
'Setting furniture on fire will not be tolerated': Lexington police prepare for Sweet 16 game

3 weeks ago | lex18.com | Erin Mercedes Rosas |Canva still

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — The Lexington Police Department released a video on Friday morning reminding the public to "celebrate responsibly," as the Wildcats are set to make their mark in the Sweet 16 game. In the video, Commander Sam Murdock with THE LPD Bureau of Special Operations detailed the expectations that the department has for the public when celebrations ensue.
Governor Andy Beshear signs bill that lowers permit age to 15 in Kentucky

4 weeks ago | lex18.com | Erin Mercedes Rosas |Canva still

(LEX 18) — Governor Andy Beshear reported that he signed House Bill 15, which will allow Kentucky teens the ability to receive their learner's permit at the age of 15 instead of 16. A post from Beshear on Tuesday read, "I signed this bill knowing it will help working families better juggle all of life's activities." He also noted that Kentucky is one of the few states that requires teens to be 16 in order to receive a learner's permit.
Fayette County Education Association expresses opposition to Trump's order to dismantle DOE

1 month ago | lex18.com | Erin Mercedes Rosas |Canva still

FAYETTE COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — On Thursday, the Fayette County Education Association released a statement in opposition to President Donald Trump's executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education. In an open letter, the association highlighted the impact that the order will have on students across the commonwealth, "especially lower-income students." "90% of students in Kentucky attend public schools," the statement read.
Change of venue request denied in case of murdered Whitley County toddler

1 month ago | lex18.com | Erin Mercedes Rosas |Canva still

WHITLEY COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — A judge rejected a change of venue request in the case of a murdered Whitley County toddler. Alexandra Ward faces charges of complicity to commit murder and complicity to strangulation in the 2023 death of her 3-year-old daughter Amoura Smallwood. Ward's trial is now set for March 25. LEX 18 previously reported that a judge sentenced Jordan Taylor to life in prison without the possibility of parole in Smallwood's murder.
Injury collision blocks outbound Leestown Road at Boiling Springs Drive

Jan 7, 2025 | lex18.com | Canva still

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Lexwrecks reported that the outbound lane on Leestown Road at Boiling Springs Drive is blocked due to an injury collision on Tuesday. Traffic appears to be backed up in the area as of 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Drivers should be aware of emergency personnel in the area and drive with caution. This is a developing story and LEX 18 will have more information as it becomes available.
'Possible structure fire' causes traffic on Crosby Dr at Hartland

Dec 10, 2024 | lex18.com | Canva still

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Lexwrecks released a traffic advisory due to a "possible structure fire" at Crosby Drive between Hartland Parkway and Man O War Boulevard as of 4 p.m. on Tuesday. Drivers should expect the roadway to be closed in the area, officials added. This is a developing story and LEX 18 will have more information as it becomes available.
More than $34M returned to Kentucky taxpayers through treasury: report

Dec 10, 2024 | lex18.com | Erin Mercedes Rosas |Canva still

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) — Kentucky State Treasurer Mark H. Metcalf announced that more than $34 million was returned to Kentucky taxpayers, reportedly marking a record-breaking achievement. “This historic achievement underscores the Treasury’s dedication to putting taxpayer dollars back where they belong—in the pockets of hardworking Kentuckians,” said Treasurer Metcalf. “Every dollar returned represents a step toward stronger families and communities.
Near record-breaking holiday shopping numbers

Dec 5, 2024 | lex18.com | Ellen Ice |Canva still

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Millions of Americans have hit the stores and online retailers for holiday shopping deals. Data from the National Retail Federation shows Black Friday is the biggest shopping day between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday, with Cyber Monday being a close second. "We're seeing people get back out in the store, they want that experience of being in the store seeing the merchandise, feeling it, seeing what it looks like first hand," said spokesperson Steve McClain.
Officials announce street closure ahead of Holiday Lighting Festival on Dec. 1

Nov 27, 2024 | lex18.com | Canva still

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Lexwrecks reported on social media that a street will be closed on Dec. 1 due to the Holiday Lighting Festival. The post read that Main Street will be closed between Broadway and Algonquin from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Dec. 1. Find more information on the Holiday Lighting Festival here.