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General 1 outlet · LEX18

Fayette County sheriff's office to host 10th annual domestic violence event ThursdayFree event will connect domestic violence survivors with support

The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office will host its 10th annual Rise Up Against Domestic Violence Awareness event Thursday in Lexington. The free, public gathering runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and will bring survivors, community members and local organizations together. The event will feature survivor stories, vendors and refreshments, and connect attendees with support, including help navigating protective orders.

Government 1 outlet · ABC 36 (WTVQ)

Tennessee man accused of killing KSP trooper during traffic stop enters not guilty plea

Emონnie Dion Branch, 51, pleaded not guilty Tuesday in Warren Circuit Court to charges stemming from the Sept. 28 fatal shooting of Kentucky State Trooper Hayden Phillips during a traffic stop on Interstate 65 in Warren County. A grand jury indicted Branch on charges of murder of a first responder, possession of a handgun by a convicted felon and tampering with physical evidence. He is scheduled to return to court Feb. 12, 2027, for a pretrial/status conference.

Public safety 1 outlet · ABC 36 (WTVQ)

Lexington police share trick-or-treat hours and which homes to avoid on Halloween

Lexington police say trick-or-treating hours are 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and urge families to take precautions as children go door to door. Officers advise children to use crosswalks, wear reflective clothing and travel in groups; residents should be approached only when porch lights are on. Police will add patrols and remind adults to inspect candy and arrange a safe ride if drinking.

Government 1 outlet · ABC 36 (WTVQ)

Kentucky high school student helps organize and moderate the 6th Congressional District debate

Sixteen-year-old Lincoln Wilburn, a member of the Y Club government program, helped organize and moderate a debate in Estill County for Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District race. Candidates Zach Dembo and Ralph Alvarado discussed Medicaid, taxes, education, data centers and campaign-related claims. Charles Booker appeared in person for a planned U.S. Senate debate, but time constraints meant the public did not hear from Barr, who was scheduled to participate virtually.

Schools 1 outlet · WKYT

Kentucky's second confiscated bourbon auction raises $21,117 for alcohol educationFour-bottle EH Taylor collection sells for $8,001 at auction

Kentucky’s second online auction of bourbon confiscated through closed criminal investigations sold 59 bottles and raised $21,117 for the state’s Alcohol Wellness and Responsibility Education board. The board provides grants to Kentucky high schools, colleges and universities for alcohol education. The top bid was $8,001 for a four-bottle EH Taylor collection.

General 1 outlet · WKYT

Alexa Minton’s Forecast

WKYT forecaster Alexa Minton says Kentucky will see sunny, dry weather Wednesday, with highs in the mid to upper 70s, followed by more 70-degree afternoons Thursday and Friday. Halloween is expected to be mild and mainly dry, though clouds will increase as a weather system approaches. Widespread rain is most likely late Saturday night and Sunday, with showers and possible thunderstorms returning Tuesday and Wednesday.

Government 1 outlet · Kentucky Lantern

Fayette County clerk plans to upload election results as precincts report on Election DayAbsentee ballots to be counted after polls close at 6 p.m.

Predictions that Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District race could signal a national shift depend largely on vote reporting in Fayette County, the district’s largest county, in a Republican-leaning state. County Clerk Susan Lamb said primary results were delayed until after 9 p.m. when some precincts had trouble uploading totals. For Election Day, her office plans to count and upload absentee and in-person early votes after polls close at 6 p.m., then post precinct results as they arrive; the district also

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