WNKY-TV (Bowling Green, KY)

WNKY is a television station that broadcasts on virtual channel 40 and UHF digital channel 24. It is affiliated with both NBC and CBS and is licensed to serve Bowling Green, Kentucky, and the surrounding areas in south central Kentucky. The station is owned by Marquee Broadcasting, which is based in Salisbury, Maryland. WNKY's studios can be found on Chestnut Street in downtown Bowling Green, while its transmitter is situated on Pilot Knob in Smiths Grove, conveniently located along I-65.

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#347307

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#74837

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Soky's Choice: WCSO CRU unit

1 day ago | wnky.com | Noah Faerber

Soky’s Choice: WCSO CRU unit For this week’s Soky’s Choice, brought to you by JC Kirby & Son, News 40’s Julie Milam is sitting down with Warren County Sheriff Brett Hightower. Together, they spoke about the new CRU unit in partnership with LifeSkills that is set to help the community during times of crisis. You can learn more by visiting here.
Sunrise Spotlight: Public Theatre of Kentucky's "Harriet the Spy"

2 days ago | wnky.com | Noah Faerber

For today’s Sunrise Spotlight, News 40’s Ashlee Wilson sat down with Joshua Ritchie & Anna Zimmer. Together, these two discussed the Public Theatre of Kentucky’s production of “Harriet the Spy.”
Pet of the Day: Honey

2 days ago | wnky.com | Noah Faerber

For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, we’d like you to meet Honey.
Four Things You Need to Know: Tuesday, May 13th, 2025

2 days ago | wnky.com | Noah Faerber

Four Things You Need to Know: Tuesday, May 13th, 2025Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know.
Gatton Academy receives $5 million gift

2 days ago | wnky.com | Michael Ridgeway

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – At the Carol Martin Gatton Academy for Mathematics and Science, a small announcement was made ahead of graduation on Saturday. The Bill Gatton Foundation donated $5.25 million to the academy to continue and grow funding for the student experience. The academy provides Kentucky high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take on college courses. It also allows them to work alongside faculty and conduct research at large.
Pet of the Day: Rubin

3 days ago | wnky.com | Noah Faerber

For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, we’d like you to meet Rubin.
Four Things You Need to Know: Monday, May 12th, 2025

3 days ago | wnky.com | Noah Faerber

Four Things You Need to Know: Monday, May 12th, 2025Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know.
From trauma to triumph: Recovery Ranch rescues women in Warren County

5 days ago | wnky.com | Carlyle Coppins

WARREN COUNTY, KY.- In February of 2024, Unbridled Spirit and Recovery Ranch began a powerful mission to rescue women facing domestic violence, sex trafficking, addiction, and homelessness. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit is committed to “loving people back to life” by offering support, stability, and purpose to women in crisis. The organization provides a haven where women can heal, learn real-life skills, and receive valuable mentorship.
Local student saves 2 juveniles from drowning at Phil Moore Park

5 days ago | wnky.com | Noah Faerber

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Warren Central High School student was recognized in Fiscal Court this week for saving two lives at Phil Moore Park last month. “His actions bring great credit to himself, his family and especially our community. Caleb is the kind of young man that represents the future of our community.
Local reaction to selection of a new Pope

5 days ago | wnky.com | Tommy Modeszto

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Catholics around the world are still celebrating the selection of a new pope. To the surprise of many in the United States, and around the world, Cardinal Robert Prevost was selected as the new holy father to the Catholic Church on Thursday afternoon. Taking the papal name of Pope Leo XIV, the first ever American pope hails from Chicago and entered seminary after the eighth grade.