WATCH | This video taken by Emily Smith has gone viral.
It shows the final moments of a police chase on the Mountain Parkway in Powell County, Ky. Sunday.
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Chilling video from
@kentuckyguard
of water rescues in flood ravaged areas of SE Kentucky. Hundreds of people have been rescued by helicopter or boat.
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This is Eli Hill. He’s 8 years old.
His family is absolutely devastated after he died yesterday from a freak accident while playing basketball at his home in Corbin.
The backboard came off the pole, and fell on him.
JUST IN | Statement from
@WVGOP
on the resignation of Delegate Derrick Evans.
“Unfortunately, newly-elected Delegate Derrick Evans was a participant in the events in our Nation's Capitol this week. The actions of Derrick Evan were unwise and unbecoming of an elected official.”
Today is the eighth day of a spontaneous rival service at Asbury University in Wilmore, Ky. Thousands have come from all over the country to be part of this. The response has been so overwhelming, the university has had to open overflow rooms in other chapels on campus.
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Tomorrow will begin a seventh day of this days-long revival service at Asbury University.
Students say they didn’t expect or plan for this to happen. People have come from all over the country to be part of this.
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Absolutely heartbreaking moment tonight from Charleston Police Officer Cassie Johnson’s mother Cheryl.
“She loved this city, she loved her job, and she tried to protect everybody...I love my daughter."
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MOMENTS AGO |
@RandPaul
and Mayfield Mayor Kathy O’Nan tour the tornado damage downtown. They stopped at the Wall of Hope which is a memorial for the victims.
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An incredible video of a water rescue in SEKY.
Wolfe County Search & Rescue shared this video where five people trapped in the attic. Crews broke a window to get to the family and onto the roof.
In the video, an 83-year-old woman is hoisted to safety.
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Powerful moment this evening at East Jessamine High School. The community walking around the baseball field seven times, similar to the biblical story of Jericho. They’re praying for head baseball coach Erinn Thompson who is in the hospital with a serious battle of COVID.
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A week after Taj Sardar, the owner of a Shell Station in Ashland, was the victim or a racist rant from an off-duty ambulance employee, he's now a recipient of the key to the city.
City leaders and residents have rallied behind the restaurant in support.
By now you’ve probably seen this video of a woman sitting in her home waiting for help, as it filled with flood water.
This is Mae Amburgey. She’s 98, and from Letcher County.
I’m happy to tell you she and her family are safe.
#BREAKING
| A newly elected WV delegate who went Facebook live while storming the US Capitol Wednesday along with other protesters is now facing federal charges, according to Gov. Jim Justice.
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On Wednesday, the CDC changed close contact to mean within 6 feet for a total of 15 minutes or more — so shorter but repeated contacts that add up to 15 minutes over a 24-hour period now count.
Meet Michael McGuire! He’s the man in the viral photo
@UKCoachCalipari
shared today from the Blue and White game. I just talked to the Pikeville coal miner about the reaction to the picture and what it means to him to see BBN rally to help identify him. Story at 11 on WKYT!
Chris Cline, a West Virginia native who built a coal empire and a reputation for charitable giving, has died in a helicopter crash.
Cline, who grew up in Beckley, was 60. He would have had his 61st birthday on Friday.
Mayfield High School’s gym has turned into a one stop shop for so many needs. Most of the volunteers are teachers and staff of Mayfield Independent. Many of the people they’ve helped are students’ families.
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Joe Craft, a Hazard, Ky. native, and his wife, former UN Ambassador Kelly Craft, will match every dollar we raise for the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky Crisis Fund up to $1.5 million.
A truly powerful moment after the team went back inside after the vigil. Mourners moved in closer to the memorial for Terrence Clarke and very few have left.
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They were able to donate his organs to give others the precious gift of life.
They are so grateful for the outpouring of love from their community and strangers alike.
This is Mick Crawford. He passed away this weekend after getting sick while helping neighbors clean up from the floods in eastern Kentucky.
He was 18 years old, from Knott County.
I just met with his parents who say he filled his family’s life with so much joy. He loved sports, and could tell you everything about his favorite teams.
They take comfort knowing he is in Heaven, and his golden heart is beating in someone else’s chest now.
Let me tell you about the people of eastern Kentucky. Even in a torrential downpour with thunder, lightning, and strong winds, people ran to the memorial for Deputy Petry and K9 Drago to save things from being blown away. The sense of community and respect is strong here.
Timothy Browning from Ashland, Ky. is definitely on to something here!
His wife tells WSAZ the flamethrower worked great and their driveway is crystal clear. I think Cousin Eddie would be very proud!
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I am ECSTATIC for my story tonight! I just met Micheal McGuire and his wife Mollie outside Rupp Arena.
You may remember him as the coal miner in the viral photo from the blue-white game.
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New month, new handle, new job!
I’m excited to officially join the
@WKYT
team today.
My six years at WSAZ were a dream come true, and today I accomplish another goal.
I look forward to continue covering my old Kentucky home!
ICYMI | Exclusive video of WV Delegate Derrick Evans getting brought out of his home by federal agents.
He is charged for his alleged involvement of storming the US Capitol Wednesday.
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I still can’t believe I heard my name called! I am honored to have been named Best Television Host/Personality at last night’s Appalachian Arts & Entertainment Awards! Covering Kentucky news, my home state, is the greatest honor for me. Thank you to the Appys! This means so much!
Throwback Sunday?? A year ago today was “one of those nights” of “perpetual bliss” when I met
@TheTimMcGraw
and
@FaithHill
. Anyone who knows me will tell you how epic this was for me!
There is a remarkable story of survival from this picture that has gone viral.
Chloe Adams, who is 17, was forced out of her home by the rising floodwaters in Whitesburg.
She put her dog in a plastic container that she knew would float, and swam to a neighbor’s roof.
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Jaylin Myers is a first grader at Southside Elem. in Huntington, and has cerebral palsy.
His brother, Jayhlil wanted to go trick-or-treating with his brother as Batman and Robin. So their teacher, Trish Blake, got supplies to turn Jaylin's wheelchair into the Batmobile!
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DUN DUN |
@WSAZTaylorEaton
and I are big
@nbcsvu
fans, so we had to take a pic with this poster hanging in the hallway! Tonight the show premieres its historic 21st season on WSAZ. I’d say I’ve missed Olivia Benson on my TV...but I’ve been watching marathons all summer!
@Mariska
For everyone, it’s the last day of the 2021 regular session. But for
@WKYT
photojournalist extraordinaire, Kenny Harvener, it’s the last he will cover before retiring. He was recognized today on the House floor for his years of commitment to covering Kentucky news.
American Idol winner (and EKY native)
@noahthompsonmu1
worked with cleanup crews from Addiction Recovery Center this week to help families in flood ravaged areas of southeastern Kentucky.
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A few of the countless memories I have from working in news. Friday is my last day in the industry. It’s bittersweet, but great things are ahead.
The last 8.5 years have been a whirlwind, and I have no regrets. Thank you Kentucky. I love you from Pikeville to Paducah. 💙
Photos of London, Ky. Police Officer Logan Medlock.
Officer Medlock was killed while on duty early this morning. Investigators say his cruiser was hit by a suspected drunk driver.
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PLANT EXPLOSION | Here is a photo of the Chemours plant explosion in Belle, WV.
A shelter in place is in effect for neighborhoods between the Chelyan Bridge to Burning Springs. It also includes all of Belle, Marmet, Chesapeake and Chelyan.
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The Tennessee National Guard is in Kentucky and has rescued 224 people by helicopter. The West Virginia Guard has rescued an additional 36.
In total that’s 664 people rescued.
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An emotional moment from
@GovAndyBeshear
as he talked about today’s mass shooting in downtown Louisville. He says he lost two friends today, and a third is fighting for their life.
ONE YEAR!! It has been a wild first year in Lexington, and I’m so honored and proud to be part of this team. Here’s to many more years of standing for Kentucky at
@WKYT
!
NOW:
@KySecofState
Alison Grimes is speaking to the crowd encouraging them to make sure they are registered to vote so their voices are heard on Election Day.
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My grandparents just moved to Georgetown from northern Ohio. I was talking to my grandmother today and she goes, “Oh I’m so excited to live where Chris Bailey covers the weather!”
Never mind the fact that her grandson is on the same channel... 🙄
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HAPPY UPDATE | Our sister station, WYMT, is reporting three-year-old Madlyn Clawson was found alive this evening.
She had been missing since Tuesday afternoon when she wandered away from her home in Knott County.
I’m honored to be a finalist for an Appalachian Arts & Entertainment award for Best TV Personality! Thanks to everyone who voted in the first round to get me to this point!
Video from Virgie, Ky. in Pike County shows high and fast moving water rushing by homes and vehicles. Hailee Hawkins tells me two feet of water has gotten inside her home. It’s still standing, but heavily damaged.
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JUST IN |
@LexingtonKyGov
announces an agreement with LexPark to change metered parking enforcement. Parking in downtown Lexington will now be free on weekends and after 7 pm on weekdays.
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Great show by
@FaithHill
and
@TheTimMcGraw
last night in Lexington. Great experience getting to meet them and having front row seats! My ears are still ringing and I don’t have a voice today, but it was worth it!
#Soul2Soul
Up, up, and away! Honor Flight Kentucky is headed to Washington DC for the day! I can’t wait to emcee the welcome home celebration! Join us at Blue Grass Airport at 8pm!! Let’s celebrate these Kentucky veterans!🇺🇸
Tonight
@WKYT
is lit up in green, the color of compassion, in honor of the lives lost in the SEKY floods, and families coping with the devastation.
Today
@GovAndyBeshear
called on Kentuckians to do this and ordered flags be lowered to half staff as a tribute to communities.
This video of troops with
@WVNationalGuard
is going viral. It shows them singing
#CountryRoads
as they flew back from an 11 month deployment.
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Federal regulators on Tuesday enacted a nationwide ban on new noncompete agreements, which keep millions of Americans — from minimum-wage earners to CEOs — from changing jobs within their industries.
Tributes showing up in Naomi Judd’s hometown of Ashland, Ky. The stage at the city’s entertainment plaza is named after the Judds.
Local musicians and artists perform on the stage regularly.
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“He’s a fine man.”
West Virginia Delegate Derrick Evans’ grandmother said this to me as her grandson was taken into federal custody.
He’s charged with breaching the U.S. Capitol Wednesday.
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THE FORCE OF WATER | This drone video from Tres Terrell shows the flood damage left behind in Hindman, Kentucky. Look at the fire truck and cars that were washed under bridges and into the creek.
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GOOD BOYS | Ethan and Huck are having a play date at
@LexingtonHumane
!
Both pups were found abandoned last year. Ethan, (big dog) was left at the
@kyhumane
in January 2021. He was in poor health, and they weren’t sure he would survive.
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The man photographed sitting at House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s desk was arrested and charged with three federal counts including theft of public property, the FBI said Friday, according to multiple news outlets.
Meet the man in the viral photo
@UKCoachCalipari
shared Monday!Micheal McGuire was back in the coal mine today as the photo was shared and had no idea it had been posted. Gotta love the power of
#BBN
!
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@UKAthletics
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