Man Sets Fire, Chokes Woman, and Causes Crash After Fleeing Police

Man Sets Fire, Chokes Woman, and Causes Crash After Fleeing Police

PADUCAH, Ky. (News First) — At approximately 7:18 a.m. Friday, the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residential structure fire on Almyra Avenue. Upon arrival, authorities discovered the fire had been intentionally set by one of the occupants, Noah...
Kentucky drug crackdown yields 200 arrests in Operation Summer Heat

Kentucky drug crackdown yields 200 arrests in Operation Summer Heat

By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — A sweeping investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings has produced more than 200 arrests and drug seizures valued at nearly $685,000, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday. He also touted prevention...
Diuguid Dr. to Close for Stormwater Infrastructure Replacement

Diuguid Dr. to Close for Stormwater Infrastructure Replacement

MURRAY, Ky. (News First) — Diuguid Drive will be closed to thru traffic starting July 17 at 7 a.m. and will remain closed until July 19 at 5 p.m. for stormwater infrastructure replacement. The closure will occur just west of Bourland Drive. Access to Bourland Drive...
Press Release: Sheriff Matt Hilbrecht Marshall County

Press Release: Sheriff Matt Hilbrecht Marshall County

July 11, 2024 Benton, KY – Sheriff Matt Hilbrecht announced today that the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office is launching a new body-worn camera (BWC) initiative. Emphasizing the importance of transparency with Marshall County’s citizens, Sheriff Hilbrecht...