WKYT-TV (Lexington, KY)

WKYT-TV is the CBS affiliate located in Lexington, Kentucky, serving the Central and Eastern regions of the state. The station's studio and transmitter are positioned in Lexington, just to the east of where I-75 and US 60 intersect on Winchester Road. WKYT broadcasts its newscasts on weekdays from 5 to 7 am, 10 to 10:30 am, noon to 1 pm, and from 4 to 6:30 pm, with additional broadcasts at 11 to 11:30 pm. On weekends, news is aired at 6 pm and 11 pm. The station is known for featuring sports events from the University of Kentucky Wildcats, making it a key player in the local sports scene. WKYT serves as the television flagship for the IMG UK Sports Marketing Network and is involved in the Southeastern Conference's agreements with CBS and the SEC Network, which is distributed by ESPN Regional Television.

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Middlesboro hit and run investigation

1 day ago | wkyt.com | Caroline Mueller

BELL COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - UPDATE: According to Bell County dispatch the individual in the photo has contacted the Bell County Sheriff’s Department. This is an ongoing investigation. ORIGINAL STORY: The Bell County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help after a woman was run over at a Middlesboro gas station early Thursday morning. This story will air on Mountain News at 6 p.m.Deputies said the incident happened around 5:30 a.m. at Casey’s gas station.
Good Question: What does the fiscal court do in Fayette County?

1 day ago | wkyt.com | Victor Puente

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - For today’s Good Question, Jim asks: What does the fiscal court do in Fayette County? The Fayette County fiscal court has a few responsibilities, but because of the merged city-county government, they have a much smaller role than the fiscal courts in other Kentucky counties. In the majority of counties in the commonwealth, the fiscal court is the governing body of the county. It’s made up of the judge executive and either magistrates or commissioners.
Tax hike proposal on agenda for June 23 FCPS school board meeting

1 day ago | wkyt.com | Samantha Valentino

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Fayette County Public Schools says the occupational licensing tax hike proposal will be on the June 23 school board agenda, according to FCPS Spokesperson Dia Davidson-Smith. The board passed the tax hike last week. RELATEDHowever, on Wednesday, the Kentucky attorney general stated that it was not legal because the school board did not provide a one-week notice to the public before voting.
Good Question: How can I get my pet’s picture uploaded for Walking The Dog?

2 days ago | wkyt.com | Victor Puente

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - For today’s Good Question, Kristy asks: How can I get my dog’s picture uploaded for the Walking The Dog pictures? One of our favorite parts of every morning is when Jim Caldwell highlights a viewer’s dog or other animal while also letting you know what you’ll see as you head out the door. However, for that to happen, we need your help.
Van hits tow truck helping vehicle and goes airborne

3 days ago | wkyt.com | Russell Kinsaul |Amanda Alvarado

ST. LOUIS (KMOV/Gray News) - A van hit a tow truck helping a vehicle and went airborne on Friday. Illinois State Police issued a citation for improper passing of an emergency vehicle after the bizarre accident Friday afternoon on Highway 158. “Could have been a lot worse,” said Allen Timmerwilke, a driver for Quality Towing. Timmerwilke was dispatched around 4:30 p.m. to pull a truck out of a ditch.
PSC holds meeting about need for new Ky. area code

3 days ago | wkyt.com | Madison Carmouche-Soward

GEORGETOWN, Ky. (WKYT) -The North American Numbering Plan (NANP) said in the third quarter of 2027, the 502 area code will be out of phone numbers. Public Service Commission (PSC) Chair Angie Hatton said people may remember the addition of the 859 area code in the late 90s. “They did a geographic split, and so lots of people had to change their numbers, and it was a big deal, especially for businesses, but that’s not the recommendation this time,” Hatton said.
Study looks at plan for permanent homeless shelter in Lexington

3 days ago | wkyt.com | Jessica Umbro

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lexington Fayette Urban County Council met on Tuesday to discuss, in part, a Lexington emergency shelter study. That study included four possible locations for a permanent homeless shelter. Those spots included the former Tanbark Homeowners’ Association, but we quickly found out from neighbors that they had been told months ago the location would be revamped as a senior living facility.
Good Question: What jobs won’t be taken by AI?

3 days ago | wkyt.com | Victor Puente

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - For today’s Good Question, Sean asks: What jobs won’t be taken by AI? In the immediate future, the jobs least likely to be replaced by artificial intelligence fall into a few categories. The first is healthcare. Both the US Career Institute and Forbes rank registered nurses and nurse practitioners near the top of their lists of safe jobs. Mental health counselors, physician assistants and paramedics also rank pretty highly. Another group includes skilled trades.
How to get the best refinance rate on your mortgage

4 days ago | wkyt.com | Allison Martin

Key takeaways Refinancing your mortgage makes sense if you can reduce the interest rate by one-half to three-quarters of a percentage point. Improving your credit score is one way to get the best mortgage refinance rate. You can also consider buying discount points or paying your closing costs upfront to reduce the interest rate. Mortgage rates have dipped slightly from their peak in 2023, but they’re nowhere near the historic lows seen just a few years ago.
Lawrenceburg names new fire chief

4 days ago | wkyt.com | Madison Carmouche-Soward

LAWRENCEBURG, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lawrenceburg Mayor Tray Young appointed William “Bill” Curtsinger as the Lawrenceburg Fire Department Chief. “Bill’s been with the department for 37 years, i mean a long time resident, he loves the community and he was a great choice for us,” Young said. Curtsinger was named the interim fire chief after former chief John Durr resigned along with many of the departments firefighters.