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Two individuals were arrested late Sunday evening following a routine traffic stop by Irvine Police that turned into a significant drug bust, the department reported. While on patrol checks of apartment complexes, an officer flagged down a pick-up truck for a traffic infraction as it made its way out of an underground parking structure. What seemed like a standard vehicular transgression led to a much darker discovery.

By the end of the month, LaFontaine Charter Schools could be the first charter school approved in Kentucky.

That includes 167 new jobs and a $153 million investment, which was announced last summer.

The proposal was made by engineering company Bechtel, which would fully fund the center’s design, construction and operation. It would use the existing infrastructure at the Depot and create around 50 IT jobs.

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near richmond.

Blue Grass Army Depot holds meeting about closure project.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Wednesday is $3.216, a week ago the price is $3.246 , according to AAA.

DANVILLE, Ky. (WKYT) - More Kentucky cities are dealing with and responding to issues of homelessness this holiday season. On November 22nd, the new Hope Village opened in Lexington, a winter shelter that can accommodate up to 160 people. On November 29th, a neighborhood association gave out winter clothes to...

The Richmond Register reports that Apollo Pizza, Blue Stallion Brewing and some other partners are hoping to reinvigorate Richmond’s downtown entertainment scene.

MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A woman is facing charges after barricading herself inside a family member’s home Saturday,. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office says Misti Combs-Robertson showed up uninvited to a family member’s home on Fentress Lane in Berea Saturday afternoon. She was armed with handguns, and when a family member tried to disarm her, she assaulted them. Around 1:30 p.m., deputies responded to a domestic complaint at the home. They say Robertson refused to exit the home.

A Marine veteran who grew up in Kentucky is walking hundreds of miles in an effort to help prevent veteran suicides. His motivation is deeply personal.

ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - One person was flown to the hospital after a fiery crash in Rockcastle County. According to a post on the Brindle Ridge Volunteer Fire Department’s Facebook page, crews were called just before 10 p.m. Sunday to the intersection of North Wilderness Road and Picnic Lane for a two-vehicle crash.

RICHMOND, Ky. — A new development in Richmond looks to revitalize Water Street which was once known for its barhopping, but has become less of a destination in recent years. The Quarter, by developer Wesley Browne, hopes to bring life back to Water Street. Browne said the goal is to bring life to vacant buildings and attract people to downtown Richmond to explore local businesses and the rest the city offers.

See odds, stats and predictions for all of the day’s SoCon men’s college basketball games.

RICHMOND, Ky. (WKYT) - This time of year, we get many cloudy, cold days with limited daylight, like Wednesday. This can significantly affect someone’s mood. Many people tend to feel more depressed this time of year. For some, it’s just a seasonal thing. “People tend to have symptoms...

With a new level of commitment, Former Hardin and Rocky Mountain College runner Sydney Little Light is pushing herself to be the fastest she can be at Eastern Kentucky. Former Hardin, Rocky runner Sydney Little Light proving how fast she can be at Eastern Kentucky. With a new level of...

ATLANTA – Samuel Carter won the Atlantic Sun Conference Men's Field Athlete of the Week while Taha Er Raouy earned the ASUN Men's Freshman of the Week, the conference announced on Wednesday. Carter and Er Raouy won ASUN indoor weekly awards for the first time. Carter finished in fourth...

Experience the biblical journey to Bethlehem in real life at the Church on the Rock's drive-thru event. With over 100 actors, real animals, and 23 scenes, this immersive storytelling event is a beloved annual tradition for many families.

RICHMOND, Ky. – EKU football saw another ticket sales increase during the 2023 season after posting significant increases in 2022. Additionally, EKU drew successful attendance numbers once again. The Colonels drew nearly 60,000 fans during the regular season, with an average of 11,655 per game. On the season, EKU...

Mike Savage speaks to EKU President David McFaddin as part of our monthly interview series