Arrest Made Following High-Speed Chase
Police in Prestonsburg, Pikeville Coal Run Police Department, and Kentucky State Police got into a high-speed chase on Friday while looking for a car reportedly driving at excessive speed. The […]
Prestonsburg Man Arrested on Child Porn Charges
The following is a release from Prestonsburg Police Department: Over the last several months, Prestonsburg Police Detectives have investigated a report made that Simon Roxas, 22, of Prestonsburg was in […]
FEMA offering tips for returning home safely after a disaster
Residents who have evacuated their homes should take precautions if the home had damage. Be aware that the structure may be weakened or contaminated with mold or sewage, which can […]
UPDATE: Johnson County’s Burn Ban Lifted
The burning ban imposed in Johnson County on March 10, 2025, has been lifted, effective immediately. In the executive order, Johnson County Judge-Executive Mark McKenzie states that the rainfall this […]
Johnson County Man Arrested on Drug Charges
A traffic stop on US-460 has led to the arrest of a Johnson County man. Kentucky State Police and Paintsville Police say they discovered a substantial amount of drugs in […]
Kentucky State Police Post 9 Launch Operation C.A.R.E. for St. Patrick’s Day and Spring Break Travel
Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort Aims to Prevent Impaired Driving PIKEVILLE, Ky. (March 10, 2025) – As Kentuckians prepare for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and spring break travel, Kentucky State Police (KSP) […]
New President Named for Forcht Broadcasting Radio and Digital
Somerset, Ky. (March 10, 2025) – Today, Forcht Broadcasting Radio and Digital announces the hiring of Neil Middleton as its new president and CEO. Forcht Broadcasting Radio and Digital, based […]
Gov. Beshear Announces Housing for Flood Victims in Breathitt County
Future housing site in Breathitt County also dedicated as Kentucky’s eighth high-ground community JACKSON, Ky. (March 7, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced $6.2 million in Disaster Recovery funds to transform a former medical building […]
Kentucky February Flooding Recovery Update
FEMA on the Ground FEMA and KYEM opened a Disaster Recovery Center at Hazard Community College in Perry County where survivors can get personal help with their application from a […]
Gov. Beshear Awards More Than $2.1 Million To Increase Public Safety
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 6, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear awarded more than $2.1 million to seven organizations to increase public safety. “Creating a safer Kentucky is a top priority,” said Gov. Beshear. […]