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Trial Begins in Crystal Rogers Case in Bowling Green

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial of Steve Lawson has commenced in Bowling Green, Kentucky, concerning the disappearance and presumed murder of Crystal Rogers, missing since 2015. Lawson faces charges of conspiracy...

A depiction of a courtroom during the trial for the Crystal Rogers case, showcasing jurors and the judge.

Trial Begins in Crystal Rogers Disappearance Case

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial for Steve Lawson, charged in the disappearance and presumed murder of Crystal Rogers, commenced with jury selection. Rogers went missing in July 2015, and her body...

Flooded street in Bowling Green displaying severe storm damage.

Bowling Green Faces Severe Flooding After Historic Storm

May 28, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky is dealing with major flooding following an unprecedented storm that dropped nearly 12 inches of rain in five days. This disaster has caused over $6...

A courtroom during the trial of Steve Lawson in connection with the Crystal Rogers case

Trial Commences for Steve Lawson in Crystal Rogers Case

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial for Steve Lawson has begun, marking a significant development in the nearly decade-old disappearance of Crystal Rogers. Charged with conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with...

Courtroom scene during a trial in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Trial Begins for Steve Lawson in Crystal Rogers Case

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial of Steve Lawson commenced in Bowling Green, Kentucky, where he faces conspiracy to commit murder and tampering charges linked to the 2015 disappearance of Crystal Rogers....

Quiet street in Bowling Green, KY

Man Found Shot Dead in Bowling Green, Kentucky

May 27, 2025

News Summary The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of a man in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The incident occurred at a residence where...

Bowling Green Hot Rods baseball game at Bowling Green Ballpark

Bowling Green Hot Rods Split Weekend Series with Greenville Drive

May 26, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Hot Rods had a mixed weekend against the Greenville Drive, losing 8-4 on Saturday before bouncing back with a 5-0 victory on Sunday. The highlight...

Bowling Green Hot Rods in action at Bowling Green Ballpark

Bowling Green Hot Rods Secure 5-0 Victory Against Greenville Drive

May 26, 2025

News Summary In an impressive display, the Bowling Green Hot Rods defeated the Greenville Drive 5-0, improving their season record to 24-21. The game, held at Bowling Green Ballpark, was...

Police investigation in Bowling Green, Kentucky shooting

Shooting Incident Claims Life in Bowling Green, Kentucky

May 26, 2025

News Summary A man was shot and killed in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred on Atlantis Way, leading to an immediate investigation by local law enforcement....

BUSINESS

Extent of damage caused by a tornado in London, Kentucky

Devastating EF-4 Tornado Strikes London, Kentucky

May 23, 2025

News Summary An EF-4 tornado struck London, Kentucky, causing widespread destruction, particularly around the London-Corbin Airport. With peak winds of 170 mph, it resulted in at least 19 fatalities and...

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Bowling Green Chamber Honors Local Leaders at Excellence Awards Luncheon

May 14, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated local achievements at its annual Excellence Awards Luncheon. Honorees included Penny Bowles of the Bowling Green Police Department for the...

Newly opened Morton Solar & Electric office located at WKU Innovation Center.

Morton Solar & Electric Expands with New Office in Bowling Green

May 9, 2025

News Summary Morton Solar & Electric has opened a new office at the WKU Innovation Center in Bowling Green as part of its mission to enhance clean energy solutions across...

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Bowling Green Recognized for Economic Development Excellence

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce has received the Mac Conway Award for Excellence in Economic Development for the fourth time in five years. This recognition places...

New box truck for Habitat for Humanity with banners in Bowling Green

Habitat for Humanity Unveils New Truck in Bowling Green

May 7, 2025

News Summary Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore in Bowling Green, KY, unveiled a new box truck to enhance its service capabilities. Funded by the American Red Cross, this upgrade is aimed...

Interior of Kyoto Gardens Asian restaurant in Bowling Green

Kyoto Gardens Named Best Asian Restaurant in Bowling Green

May 5, 2025

News Summary Kyoto Gardens has been recognized as the best Asian restaurant in Bowling Green, as awarded by the Bowling Green Daily News. Owned by Nhon and Tuyen Nguyen, the...

Artist's rendering of the new mixed-use development in Bowling Green KY

New Mixed-Use Development Coming to Bowling Green, KY

May 3, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is preparing for a significant mixed-use development set to break ground in summer 2025 on Nashville Road. Spanning 26 acres, the project features a ‘lookout...

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12 Kentucky Companies Featured in Forbes’ Best Employers List for 2025

April 25, 2025

News Summary Forbes has released its annual list of best large and mid-sized employers for 2025, featuring twelve companies from Kentucky. While none made the top spots, the inclusion signifies...

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New Weather Stations Enhance Farming in Kentucky

April 25, 2025

News Summary Farmers in Kentucky can now access essential weather and soil information thanks to the Kentucky Mesonet’s new stations, including a recent addition in Green County. This network offers...

Events/What's Happening

WKU baseball team celebrating their NCAA tournament qualification

WKU Baseball Team Makes Historic NCAA Tournament Return

May 28, 2025

News Summary The Western Kentucky University baseball team has secured a place in the NCAA Oxford Regional after winning the C-USA Championship. This marks WKU’s first tournament appearance in 16...

Courtroom setup with discussions surrounding a missing person case.

Trial Commences for Key Suspect in Crystal Rogers Case

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial for Steve Lawson, a suspect in the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, began recently. Facing charges of conspiracy to commit murder and evidence tampering, the case reveals...

Families enjoying Duncan Hines Days festival in Bowling Green

Duncan Hines Days Celebrates Culinary Legacy in Bowling Green

May 28, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, KY is preparing for the third annual Duncan Hines Days from June 1 to June 8, a celebration honoring local culinary legend, Duncan Hines. This week’s...

Destruction caused by tornadoes in Kentucky

Severe Weather System Devastates Kentucky, Causing Fatalities

May 27, 2025

News Summary A severe weather system has torn through Kentucky, resulting in at least 21 confirmed deaths and widespread destruction. The state, facing ongoing rescue efforts, is grappling with over...

Community members gathered with candles for a vigil in honor of Temple Taylor Ward.

Beloved Community Leader Temple Taylor Ward Passes Away

May 27, 2025

News Summary Temple Taylor Ward, a revered figure in the Scottsville community, passed away at the age of 85. Known for his extensive career in healthcare and dedication to local...

Group of high school athletes celebrating Signing Day at Bowling Green High School

Bowling Green High School Athletes Celebrate Signing Day

May 27, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green High School held a Signing Day to honor athletes committing to play collegiate sports. Several students signed with universities for basketball and baseball, showcasing their hard...

Ceremony honoring veterans with flag retirement

Bowling Green Hosts Flag Retirement Ceremony Honoring Veterans

May 26, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Masonic Lodge held its second annual flag retirement ceremony to honor veterans and provide a respectful way to retire worn American flags. The event emphasized...

Classroom scene in Taiwan with students learning English.

WKU Graduate Awarded Fulbright ETA to Teach in Taiwan

May 26, 2025

News Summary Nguyen Ngoc Minh Nguyen, a recent WKU graduate, has received the Fulbright US Student Program English Teaching Assistantship to teach in Taiwan. As a first-generation college student, Nguyen...

Stage setup for the Miss Kentucky Teen Competition with contestants and audience.

Bowling Green to Host Miss Kentucky Teen Competition

May 25, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green is set to host the upcoming Miss Kentucky Teen Competition at the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center. Local contestants, including reigning titleholders, are preparing to showcase...

CRIME

A courtroom during the trial of Steve Lawson in connection with the Crystal Rogers case

Trial Commences for Steve Lawson in Crystal Rogers Case

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial for Steve Lawson has begun, marking a significant development in the nearly decade-old disappearance of Crystal Rogers. Charged with conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with...

Quiet street in Bowling Green, KY

Man Found Shot Dead in Bowling Green, Kentucky

May 27, 2025

News Summary The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of a man in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The incident occurred at a residence where...

Police investigation in Bowling Green, Kentucky shooting

Shooting Incident Claims Life in Bowling Green, Kentucky

May 26, 2025

News Summary A man was shot and killed in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred on Atlantis Way, leading to an immediate investigation by local law enforcement....

Police cars parked in a residential neighborhood following a domestic violence incident.

Man Dies in Domestic Violence Incident in Bowling Green

May 26, 2025

News Summary A man has died following a domestic-related incident on Atlantis Way in Bowling Green, where gunshots were involved. This incident triggered a series of domestic violence reports in...

Park bench in a serene public park

Bowling Green Man Arrested for First-Degree Sexual Abuse

May 25, 2025

News Summary A 51-year-old man, Lucio E. Diaz, has been arrested in Bowling Green for first-degree sexual abuse after he allegedly inappropriately touched a man while he was sleeping on...

Police conducting a traffic stop in Christian County for drug-related offenses

Christian County Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest and Drug Seizure

May 21, 2025

News Summary A routine traffic stop in Christian County resulted in the arrest of a wanted man and the seizure of illegal drugs. Michael Keeling, 42, and driver Benji Cunningham...

Law enforcement responding to an incident at a correctional facility

Inmate Escape Attempt in Bowling Green

May 17, 2025

News Summary An inmate, Keith Edwin Keown, escaped from a work detail in Bowling Green but was swiftly recaptured by law enforcement. The incident raised concerns about security protocols at...

Courtroom scene symbolizing justice

Warren County Man Sentenced for Embezzlement

May 17, 2025

News Summary Kenneth Ray Moore has been sentenced to three years and ten months in federal prison for embezzling over $1.1 million from his employer. The sentence includes restitution of...

Police investigation scene in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Sees Drug-Related Arrests

May 17, 2025

News Summary In Bowling Green, KY, law enforcement recently arrested Aurea Hernandez and Brandon Ontiveros-Valerio after discovering illegal drugs, including fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine, in their vehicle. The arrests occurred...

POLITICS

Courtroom representation in a trial for a missing persons case

Trial Begins in Crystal Rogers Case in Bowling Green

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial of Steve Lawson has commenced in Bowling Green, Kentucky, concerning the disappearance and presumed murder of Crystal Rogers, missing since 2015. Lawson faces charges of conspiracy...

A depiction of a courtroom during the trial for the Crystal Rogers case, showcasing jurors and the judge.

Trial Begins in Crystal Rogers Disappearance Case

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial for Steve Lawson, charged in the disappearance and presumed murder of Crystal Rogers, commenced with jury selection. Rogers went missing in July 2015, and her body...

A courtroom during the trial of Steve Lawson in connection with the Crystal Rogers case

Trial Commences for Steve Lawson in Crystal Rogers Case

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial for Steve Lawson has begun, marking a significant development in the nearly decade-old disappearance of Crystal Rogers. Charged with conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with...

Courtroom scene during a trial in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Trial Begins for Steve Lawson in Crystal Rogers Case

May 28, 2025

News Summary The trial of Steve Lawson commenced in Bowling Green, Kentucky, where he faces conspiracy to commit murder and tampering charges linked to the 2015 disappearance of Crystal Rogers....

A park pavilion in Bowling Green highlighting community safety

Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Abuse in Bowling Green

May 24, 2025

News Summary A 51-year-old man, Lucio E. Diaz, was arrested in Bowling Green for allegedly sexually abusing an unhoused man while he slept on a park bench. The incident is...

Vigil for domestic violence awareness with candles and supportive signs in Bowling Green.

Two Bowling Green Men Arrested for Domestic Violence

May 23, 2025

News Summary Concerns about domestic violence rise in Bowling Green as local authorities arrest two men on multiple charges. 19-year-old Christopher Ayala faces serious accusations from a victim, while 37-year-old...

Illustration of law enforcement symbols related to immigration and gun offenses in Kentucky.

Indictments in Kentucky for Immigration and Gun Violations

May 17, 2025

News Summary Federal grand juries in Bowling Green and Paducah, Kentucky, returned indictments against six individuals on immigration and gun charges. The cases include serious allegations of illegal reentry, making...

Courtroom scene symbolizing justice

Warren County Man Sentenced for Embezzlement

May 17, 2025

News Summary Kenneth Ray Moore has been sentenced to three years and ten months in federal prison for embezzling over $1.1 million from his employer. The sentence includes restitution of...

A stormy sky filled with dark clouds over Kentucky showcasing the impending severe weather.

Kentucky Faces State of Emergency Due to Severe Storms

May 17, 2025

News Summary A strong storm system has imposed a state of emergency across Kentucky, prompting Governor Andy Beshear to initiate immediate actions. The Storm Prediction Center has categorized most of...

SPORTS

WKU baseball team celebrating their NCAA tournament qualification

WKU Baseball Team Makes Historic NCAA Tournament Return

May 28, 2025

News Summary The Western Kentucky University baseball team has secured a place in the NCAA Oxford Regional after winning the C-USA Championship. This marks WKU’s first tournament appearance in 16...

Group of high school athletes celebrating Signing Day at Bowling Green High School

Bowling Green High School Athletes Celebrate Signing Day

May 27, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green High School held a Signing Day to honor athletes committing to play collegiate sports. Several students signed with universities for basketball and baseball, showcasing their hard...

Bowling Green Hot Rods baseball players in action during a game

Hot Rods and Drive Split Doubleheader at Bowling Green Ballpark

May 23, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Hot Rods faced off against the Greenville Drive in a doubleheader, winning the second game 3-1 after losing the first 5-2. The Hot Rods initially...

South Warren boys' volleyball team in action during a match

South Warren Boys’ Volleyball Advances to Quarterfinals

May 16, 2025

News Summary The South Warren boys’ volleyball team staged an impressive comeback against Southwestern, winning the match 3-2. This victory marked their sixth consecutive win and secured their spot in...

WKU Baseball players in action at Nick Denes Field.

WKU Baseball Prepares for Series Against Jacksonville State

May 16, 2025

News Summary WKU Baseball is set to conclude its regular season with a three-game series against Jacksonville State at Nick Denes Field. With a strong conference record and home advantage,...

Collegiate softball players competing during the Conference USA Tournament

Changes Announced for Conference USA Softball Tournament

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Conference USA Softball Tournament has made important schedule adjustments in response to potential inclement weather. Hosted by Western Kentucky University, the tournament’s first day now features revised...

WKU softball players competing in a game during the tournament

WKU Softball Team Secures No. 2 Seed for Conference Tournament

May 7, 2025

News Summary The Western Kentucky University softball team clinched the No. 2 seed in the 2025 Conference USA Tournament. They finished the regular season with a record of 29-19-1, rebounding...

Celebration of National Tourism Week in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green Celebrates National Tourism Week with Local Attractions

May 6, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is hosting a week-long celebration for National Tourism Week, highlighting local attractions such as the BG Hot Rods baseball team, National Corvette Museum, and family-friendly...

WKU volleyball team competing in a match at E.A. Diddle Arena

Western Kentucky University Volleyball Schedule Announced

May 6, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University’s volleyball program has announced its 2025 season schedule, featuring 30 matches, including games against notable opponents such as Louisville and Vanderbilt. The season begins with...

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