Sydney St. Claire

1 week ago | wtvq.com | Sydney St. Claire

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — It’s been one month since a historic and deadly tornado tore through parts of Laurel and Pulaski counties, killing 20 people and leaving dozens more injured. The recovery process has been slow, as residents begin the long journey of rebuilding homes, businesses, and lives. For many, the trauma of that night still lingers. Monroe Murphy, a survivor from Finley Trailer Park, recalls the moment the storm struck.

2 weeks ago | wtvq.com | Sydney St. Claire

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A scam, claiming to be from the Kentucky Department of Motor Vehicles is making its way through the Bluegrass. The scam says this is the final notice before enforcement penalties are applied. Some penalties include a suspension of your vehicle registration, suspended driving privileges and prosecution with an impact on your credit score. Allen Blair, who’s with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, says the text might not always come from a phone number.

3 weeks ago | wtvq.com | Sydney St. Claire

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — With school officially out for summer, thousands of children across Kentucky are at risk of losing access to the free or reduced-price meals they rely on during the school year. But local organizations and school districts are stepping up to help. God’s Pantry Food Bank says food insecurity increases during the summer months, especially for families with children.

3 weeks ago | wtvq.com | Sydney St. Claire

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — While summer brings a break from school, AAA is warning it also marks the most dangerous time of year for teen drivers on the road. According to the organization, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day — known as the “100 Deadliest Days” — sees a significant increase in teen-related crashes. Lori Weaver-Hawkins with AAA says that nearly 19,000 crashes involving teen drivers occurred in Kentucky in 2024 alone, resulting in 62 fatalities.

3 weeks ago | wtvq.com | Sydney St. Claire

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — With school out for the summer, the Lexington Public Library has officially launched its annual “Summer at the Library” program—an initiative designed to keep children engaged in reading and learning throughout the summer break. The program, which has been running for more than 30 years, aims to help students avoid the so-called “summer slump” and continue building academic and social skills.