A massive manhunt began following Pikeville Police Officer Scotty Hamilton’s death and continued into Wednesday evening. EKB News Reporter Chris Anderson has the details. [su_youtube url=”https://youtu.be/4oYWgafmA_g”]
Read MoreThe death of Pikeville Police Officer Scotty Hamilton has shocked the community, with many folks in Pikeville in disbelief that such a tragedy could touch their community. And it’s fitting they feel that way, because for most people in Pikeville, this is the only time in their lifetime a city officer…
Read MorePIKEVILLE, Ky. — Pikeville Police Officer Scotty Hamilton’s death came as a result of a routine criminal investigation that went suddenly, shockingly wrong. EKB News Reporter Shelby Porter has a look at what transpired. [su_youtube url=”https://youtu.be/WlYpzoHZk34″…
Read MorePAINTSVILLE, KY.-As Senate Bill 1 remains in committee, teachers are still wondering what action could still be taken regarding benefits and retirement pensions. Teachers in Paintsville held a rally this evening and EKB’s Shawn Allen has the details. [su_youtube url=”https://youtu.be/8clJ2H5Ofi8″…
Read MoreFrankfort, Ky: Gov. Matt Bevin is requesting a presidential disaster declaration for 22 eastern Kentucky counties where damage occurred during severe flooding last month. Bevin’s office said in a news release Monday that the flooding caused over $18 million in damages to highways, bridges and…
Read MorePolice in Letcher County executed a massive drug seizure this week which, according to one officer, took perhaps the “biggest drug dealer” in the county off the street. The Letcher County Sheriff’s Department told EKB News that four pounds of crystal methamphetamine was seized this week, along…
Read MoreEducators in Letcher County demonstrated in opposition of Kentucky’s proposed pension reform bill. EKB News Reporter Chris Anderson visited with several of those educators. He has this report. [su_youtube url=”https://youtu.be/o_KCMk4IOaw” height=”340″ responsive=”no”]SOT[/su_youtube]
Read MorePRESTONSBURG, Ky. — First responders are often times trained to handle any situation that may arise. And today, the Floyd County Rescue Squad held a training seminar to ensure those responders, and medical professionals as well, are prepared to meet the needs of those with Autism. EKB News Reporter…
Read MoreMARTIN COUNTY, KY.-The drug epidemic affects everyone and those most often affected are children. Police say that was the case early this morning at a Groundhog hollow residence in Martin County when deputies responded to the call of the possibility that children was staying in that residence without…
Read MoreSOUTH WILLIAMSON, Ky. — Kentucky State Police troopers are asking for the public’s assistance in locating two missing Belfry High School students. According to police, Shyanne Storey and Shirley Acord, both 18, went for a walk on Sunday and never returned. The two were last seen around…
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