Salyersville, Ky – A Salyersville woman is facing an attempted murder charge after Kentucky State Police say she assaulted two women and later fired a handgun during an argument. Troopers say 24-year-old Macey Jo May became upset during a dispute on Combs Branch Road Sunday, allegedly striking two women before retrieving a firearm. According to KSP, May fired two shots, with one round nearly hitting a woman before the gun jammed. A man at the scene convinced May to put the weapon down before troopers arrived. She was arrested without incident and is also charged with wanton endangerment, assault, and terroristic threatening.
Martin County, Ky – The Martin County Coroner believes extreme heat may have contributed to the death of a 92-year-old man. Coroner Chris Todd says the body of Fleming Hurley was found Monday evening at a home on Riverfront Road in the Lovely community. Todd believes Hurley likely died several days earlier during the recent stretch of dangerous heat. A dog was also found dead at home, while another was found in poor condition. The coroner says a new air conditioner was on the porch but had not been installed. The investigation remains ongoing.
Letcher County, Ky – Kentucky State Police are investigating a shooting that happened Monday in the McRoberts community of Letcher County. Troopers say one person was shot and is currently in stable condition. No arrests have been announced, and investigators have not released additional details. We’ll continue to follow the story and bring you updates as more information becomes available.
Frankfort, Ky – A new federal tax credit program could soon help provide private-school scholarships for eligible Kentucky students. The Education Freedom Tax Credit allows individuals to receive up to $1,700 in federal tax credits each year, with married couples eligible for up to $3,400. Kentucky joined the program earlier this year after lawmakers overrode Governor Andy Beshear’s veto of House Bill 1. State officials are now working to approve scholarship organizations, with donations expected to begin in January 2027. Scholarships could help cover private-school tuition, books, tutoring, technology, transportation, and other education expenses.