Prestonsburg Police Add In-Car Camera Systems
The Prestonsburg Police Department is expanding its transparency efforts with the addition of new in-car camera systems for patrol and detective vehicles. In a press release, Police Chief Ross Shurtleff […]
Magoffin County K-9 to Receive Protective Body Armor
A Magoffin County Sheriff’s Office K-9 will soon have added protection on the job thanks to a charitable donation. K-9 Nitra has been selected to receive a bullet- and stab-resistant […]
Floyd and Pike Counties Selected for Post-Election Review by Attorney General
Floyd and Pike counties are among 12 Kentucky counties randomly selected by the Attorney General’s Office for a post-election inquiry following last month’s primary election. Attorney General Russell Coleman announced […]
Driver Charged After Fleeing Pike County Crash Scene
Kentucky State Police have arrested a Pike County man following a single-vehicle crash in Mouthcard. Troopers say they responded to South River Road Monday after receiving a 911 call about […]
Man Charged Following Stabbing Investigation in Floyd County
Kentucky State Police are investigating a stabbing in Floyd County that left one person injured. Troopers were called Monday to a home on Right Fork Home Branch in Prestonsburg, where […]
Human Remains Discovered During Search in Knott County
Authorities discovered human remains Monday morning while conducting a search in Knott County. Troopers with the Kentucky State Police, in coordination with volunteer search and rescue personnel and K-9 handlers […]
Breathitt County Schools to Receive $27 Million Social Media Settlement
Breathitt County Schools is set to receive a $27 million settlement from four social media companies. According to WYMT, the district filed a lawsuit against Snapchat, Meta, TikTok and YouTube, […]
Kentucky Invites Residents and Visitors to Free Fishing Weekend June 6–7
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife invites residents and visitors of all ages to take advantage of Kentucky’s “Free Fishing Weekend,” June 6th and 7th. Enjoy fishing in waters […]
Former Governor Matt Bevin Faces Jail Time or Fine After Contempt Ruling
Former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin could face jail time or a fine after a Jefferson Family Court judge found him in contempt for failing to comply with court orders. According […]
Authorities Investigating Drowning at Jenny Wiley State Resort Park
A Prestonsburg man has been identified as the victim of a drowning at Jenny Wiley State Resort Park. WYMT reports 22-year-old Damon Adams was swimming in Dewey Lake Friday evening […]