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From WBKO, WNKY and 6 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
WBKO24 minutes ago
Live updates at campaign parties for Booker and Barr, on WBKOWBKO2 hours ago
A breakdown of Logan County's nickel tax, on WBKOWBKO2 hours ago
Ananda Wallace live election coverage in Bowling Green, on WBKOWBKO's Ananda Wallace live in Bowling Green at the poles for election coverage
WNKY3 hours ago
Simpson County voters anticipating poll results, on WNKYSIMPSON COUNTY, Ky. – Time is ticking for new elected officials to be announced in Simpson County. On the ballots, voters have the opportunity to cast their votes for the Franklin mayoral race, Franklin City Commission, the West District magistrate and more statewide positions. Austin Johnson, the Simpson County clerk, said this is the time citizens can use their voice...
WNKY3 hours ago
Warren County firefighters responding to structure fire in Alvaton, on WNKYBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Warren County Fire Department System is responding to a structure fire Tuesday afternoon. Warren County Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director Bill Rector confirmed to WNKY News 40 that crews are at the scene of an active fire on Claypool Boyce Road in Alvaton. This is a developing story. WNKY News 40 will bring you...
WNKY4 hours ago
WKU graduate, former News 40 staffer to run 120 miles for cancer support, on WNKYBOWLING GREEN, Ky. — A Western Kentucky University graduate and former WNKY News 40 staffer is preparing to run more than 120 miles across Tennessee, turning a personal loss into an effort to support families affected by cancer. Chris Rippy plans to begin the journey Nov. 5 at the Kentucky-Tennessee state line and run south to the Alabama border over...
WNKY4 hours ago
Light Up BGKY sets week of holiday festivities, on WNKYBOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) — Bowling Green and Warren County are getting ready to flip the switch on the holiday season. The 2026 Light Up BGKY celebration runs Nov. 30 through Dec. 6, bringing 14 holiday events to locations across the community. The week includes familiar traditions, seasonal markets, train rides and a brand-new event at Aviation Heritage Park. Seven...
WBKO5 hours ago
TRACKING: Heavy rain later tonight, on WBKOLocally heavy showers and a few storms will arrive later tonight and into Wednesday morning.
WBKO5 hours ago
Live Updates: Kentucky voters cast ballots for 2026 midterms on Election Day, on WBKOKentuckians are making selections for local offices and at the state level as the polls are now open for the 2026 midterms.
WNKY7 hours ago
Golf scramble raises thousands for trooper killed in the line of duty, on WNKYCUB RUN, Ky. – A golf scramble fundraiser was held Tuesday morning to help raise money for the family of Trooper Hayden Phillips, who was killed in the line of duty off of Interstate 65 on Sept. 28. Thirty-nine teams teed off in Edmonson County in support of Phillips. The Shady Hollow Golf Scramble raised thousands of dollars for the...
WBKR 92.57 hours ago
Yes, There Really Is a Reindeer Farm Right Here in Kentucky, on WBKR 92.5Looking for a little North Pole magic? A family-owned Kentucky farm lets visitors get up close with live reindeer and enjoy plenty of holiday fun.
Bowling Green Daily News7 hours ago
BG advances to state quarterfinals, on Bowling Green Daily NewsThe Bowling Green volleyball is moving on in the state tournament after picking up a 3-0 (27-25, 25-16, 25-21) victory at Apollo on Monday. Bowling Green (33-7) earned its second […]
WBKO8 hours ago
Rockfield United Methodist Church invites community to annual Holiday Bazaar, on WBKORockfield United Methodist Church, Holiday Bazaar, Rockfield KY, Bowling Green events, Warren County holiday shopping, local craft vendors, church bazaar, holiday craft fair.
The Owensboro Times9 hours ago
Business Licenses: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, on The Owensboro TimesThe following business licenses were issued between October 26 and October 30, 2026:
WNKY10 hours ago
SOKY Speaks: Small Business Summit, on WNKYOn your Tuesday edition of SOKY Speaks, Ashlee Wilson is joined by Kelly Glasser-Wright to talk about an upcoming small business summit.
WBKO10 hours ago
‘A Celtic Christmas’ Irish dance show to perform at SKYPAC in Bowling Green, on WBKO"A Celtic Christmas," an Irish dance show with World Champion dancers, performs at SKYPAC in Bowling Green at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19.
WNKY10 hours ago
Bowling Green man charged after allegedly escaping jail, stealing and crashing car in Adair County, on WNKYADAIR COUNTY, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is charged after allegedly escaping jail and stealing a vehicle in Adair County. According to the Adair County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle located in a field on Lampton Lane on Oct. 30. Deputies say the vehicle was involved in a collision, but no operator was...
WBKO11 hours ago
Man struck by vehicle on Old Bowling Green Road in Glasgow, on WBKOGlasgow police say a pedestrian was injured in a collision on Old Bowling Green Road. The driver was cited, and the victim was flown to Louisville.
Also reported byBowling Green Daily News
WNKY11 hours ago
Topper Tuesday: WKU associate athletic director Jared MacDonald, on WNKYBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – In this week’s edition of Topper Tuesday, presented by Franklin Bank & Trust, WKU associate athletic director Jared MacDonald joins News 40’s Cole Scott in the studio to talk about exciting events happening over at E.A. Diddle Arena. Both WKU men’s and women’s basketball hit the court in the opening week of the regular season, while...
WNKY12 hours ago
Sunrise Spotlight: Car Seat Safety Check Event, on WNKYOn your Tuesday edition of Sunrise Spotlight, Ashlee Wilson is joined by Christy Vickery to talk about an upcoming car seat safety check event.
WNKY12 hours ago
Pet of the Day: Dirk, on WNKYFor your pet of the day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank and Trust, we would like you to meet Dirk. Dirk is a one-year-old sweet and goofy pup. He is a total social butterfly who has never met a stranger. He loves making new friends, gets along great with other dogs, and even walks nicely on a leash. Whether...
WBKO14 hours ago
Strong winds today ahead of an incoming cold front, on WBKOWe'll see wind gusts upward of 25 mph today as a cold front heads towards the region to bring heavy rainfall for Wednesday.
Bowling Green Daily News14 hours ago
Warren Parks and Rec adds mobile recycling trailer, on Bowling Green Daily NewsThe community has more opportunities to recycle thanks to a partnership involving Warren County Parks and Recreation and a newly-located aluminum extruder. A mobile recycling trailer will be circulating among […]
WNKY15 hours ago
Warren County voters can cast ballots at 14 locations on Election Day, on WNKYBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Election Day is here, and Warren County voters have 14 polling locations available to cast their ballots Tuesday, November 3. According to Warren County Clerk’s Office, polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and voters can cast their ballots at any of the 14 locations throughout the county.
WBKO19 hours ago
Bodine becomes first Hot Rods player to win Minor League Gold Glove, on WBKOBowling Green Hot Rods catcher Caden Bodine makes history as the first player in franchise history to win the Rawlings Minor League Gold Glove Award after a standout defensive season across four levels.
Also reported byBowling Green Daily News
WKUHerald.com20 hours ago
WKU increases price of graduation regalia through new vendor, on WKUHerald.comWKU is raising the price for graduation regalia. The change follows WKU’s decision to use a new vendor, Herff Jones, for both student and faculty graduation regalia. Herff Jones provides graduation regalia to several universities and allows for more personal customization of regalia. Students could pick up their regalia during the graduation fair on campus…
The Owensboro Times20 hours ago
Apollo volleyball falls in State Tournament opener to Bowling Green, on The Owensboro TimesApollo volleyball was very familiar with how dangerous Bowling Green could be, having fallen to them 2-1 during the regular season. In front of a packed home crowd, the E-Gals jumped out to a commanding 20-15 lead in the opening set but couldn’t hold onto the momentum, falling 3-0 and bowing out in the first
Messenger-Inquirer21 hours ago
Purples top E-Gals in state opener, on Messenger-InquirerNo. 14 Apollo High School’s postseason run came to an end with a three-set loss to No. 8 Bowling Green in the first round of the KHSAA Girls Volleyball State Tournament on Monday at Eagle Arena.
The Courier-Journal21 hours ago
Comer, Rogers, McGarvey declared winners in US House 2026 elections, on The Courier-JournalAll six of Kentucky's congressional districts are up for election in 2026. See results for each race.
In brief
The short notes of Today in Bowling Green’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
Blood driveThe 100 Miles of Hope Blood Drive between WKU and Middle Tennessee runs through Wed., Nov.
The 100 Miles of Hope Blood Drive between WKU and Middle Tennessee runs through Wed., Nov. 4, at the Preston Health and Activities Center, with appointments and walk-ins from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Presenting donors get a commemorative T-shirt while supplies last. A regular blood drive collects about 20 pints a day, and this rivalry pushes that to around 80. The winner will be announced Nov. 7 at WKU football's game at Middle Tennessee.
News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WBKO, WKUHerald.com, WNKY
Road workThe U.S. 31-W Bypass in northern Bowling Green is limited to one lane in each direction with a center turn lane, according to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3.
The U.S. 31-W Bypass in northern Bowling Green is limited to one lane in each direction with a center turn lane, according to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3. In Glasgow, East Main Street stays closed between Franklin Street and Morgan Street, with a signed detour.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WCLU Radio
VolleyballBowling Green beat Apollo 27-25, 25-16, 25-21 in the first round of the KHSAA Girls Volleyball State Tournament on Monday at Eagle Arena.
Bowling Green beat Apollo 27-25, 25-16, 25-21 in the first round of the KHSAA Girls Volleyball State Tournament on Monday at Eagle Arena. The Purples advance to Friday's state quarterfinals, and Apollo had fallen to them 2-1 in the regular season.
News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Messenger-Inquirer, The Owensboro Times
AIDS WalkMatthew 25 held the first annual Bowling Green AIDS Walk Saturday at Preston Miller Park as it celebrated 30 years of supporting people living with or affected by HIV.
Matthew 25 held the first annual Bowling Green AIDS Walk Saturday at Preston Miller Park as it celebrated 30 years of supporting people living with or affected by HIV. A total of 111 people registered to take part.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WNKY
GraduationWKU is raising the price of graduation regalia after switching to a new vendor, Herff Jones.
WKU is raising the price of graduation regalia after switching to a new vendor, Herff Jones. Bachelor's degree cap and gown costs $80, and packages may cost more than $400.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WKUHerald.com