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Man arrested following police pursuit in Warren County
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A man is in custody following a vehicle pursuit. On Thursday, April 25, 2024, the Kentucky State Police says a traffic stop was conducted by trooper Walker Hogan on Morgantown Road in Bowling Green on a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban for traffic offenses. Tyler Young was...
Sundy Best to perform at Green River Catfish Festival
MORGANTOWN, Ky. – Sundy Best is set to perform at the Green River Catfish Festival on July 4. The Green River Catfish Festival is returning for its 42nd year in Morgantown, Kentucky, where a long list of activities span multiple days at the Butler County Fairgrounds. The catfish festival...
Two Jasper Police Officers charged with poaching turkeys in Ky.
BUTLER CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Two Jasper Police Officers are awaiting arraignment in Butler County, Kentucky. Court records show Kaleb Chambers is scheduled to be arraigned May 15. His charge is illegal take/pursue deer/wild turkey. Chambers is listed as an officer on the Jasper Police Department’s website. Two other...
Bowling Green police working to locate missing man
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is asking for assistance in locating a missing man. Wesley Mansfield, 46, was last seen Thursday in the 1200 block of Morgantown Road, according to police. Mansfield was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt, blue denim jacket, dark pants and...
Suspect in Kentucky Shootout, Jessie Ray Curtis, Apprehended in Tennessee After Multi-Day Manhunt
A fugitive with a bullet wound and a rap sheet was nabbed in Tennessee after a Kentucky shootout turned the quiet roads of Warren County into a chaotic crime scene. Jessie Ray Curtis, a 36-year-old convicted felon, was wanted for a string of crimes, including first-degree burglary and firearm possession by a felon. According to WNKY, Curtis was arrested on Thursday, days after the frenetic gun battle on Ella Way in Bowling Green unraveled on April 22.
Woman says she wants answers after her dog died following grooming appointment
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO/Gray News) - A pet owner in Kentucky says she is heartbroken and looking for answers following the death of her dog. According to Caleigh Lundy, her 5-year-old chow chow named Wednesday was dropped off at an area Petco to be groomed on April 17, but the animal ended up collapsing and dying.
Looking dry, breezy and very mild for the weekend
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - We have enough clouds around for this evening, but no rain is expected. Winds are going to turn breezy tonight and remain gusty through the weekend. THIS WEEKEND: The forecast remains dry, warm and breezy Saturday into Sunday. The southerly wind could occasionally gust up...
Police respond to bicycle vs. vehicle collision
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green police responded Thursday for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle at Veterans Memorial Lane and Church Avenue. Just before 3:30 p.m., a vehicle turning left from Veterans Memorial Lane onto Church Avenue collided with a bicyclist, according to Bowling Green Police Department public information officer Ronnie Ward.
UPDATE: Man involved in exchange of gunfire captured in Tennessee
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Warren County Sheriff’s Office has announced the capture of Jessie Ray Curtis, 36, in Tennessee on Thursday. According to deputies, Curtis sustained a gunshot wound to his back during an exchange of gunfire stemming from an incident on Ella Way in Bowling Green on Monday, April 22.
Bowling Green Police searching for man with warrant
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The Bowling Green Police Department is actively searching for a man with a warrant for his arrest. Joshua Webster fled from a traffic stop. He nearly struck two officers in the process of fleeing the scene. Later, Webster crashed into a fence and ran from his vehicle.
Warren County police agencies participating in national drug take back event
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) – Several sites will be available to the community on Saturday to drop off unwanted medications. The Bowling Green – Warren County Drug Task Force will participate for the 15th year with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration’s prescription Drug Take Back campaign.
Cloudy, breezy, and warm through today
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Expect enough clouds on Friday with highs in the upper 70s, close to 80 degrees. Winds increase later in the day and remain gusty through the weekend. THIS WEEKEND: The forecast looks dry, warm and breezy Saturday into Sunday. Southerly wind gusts close to 20-30mph...
Potter Gray students host mini mall event at school
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) -Students from Potter Gray Elementary School gathered in the gym Friday to show off their economic know-how. Fifth grade students used the lessons learned from their economics unit to host a mini mall for the other students. Cathy Flora, a fifth-grade teacher at Potter Gray, believes...
Roberts goes deep as Lady Hornets win 11-0
The Lady Hornets bounced back after two loses with an impressive, 11-0 win in five innings over Butler County at Morgantown Tuesday. Lily Roberts hit a home run and was the winning pitcher. Roberts got the offense going when she smacked a homer to right field in the second inning.
GypsyMoon Marketplace kicks off at Highland Stables
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – GypsyMoon Marketplace is underway for the 2024 season. From handmade goods to clothing, the marketplace features over 70 vendors. The event is located at Highland Stables in Bowling Green and offers live music, food and live demonstrations. Shopping will be open during several remaining sessions,...
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