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VIDEO: Bowling Green's Christian Ramirez

Bowling Green junior Christian Ramirez discusses' the Purples' 5-1 win against South Warren in the Region 4 Boys' Soccer Tournament championship Thursday night at Warren East High School.

Bowling Green claims boys 4th Region title over South Warren

The Bowling Green Purples boys soccer team claimed their second 4th Region title in three years after defeating South Warren 5-1 Thursday night at Warren East High School.

Beech Bend Park Road widening approved by Fiscal Court

Warren County Fiscal Court on Tuesday approved an over $1.2 million bid from Scotty’s Contracting & Stone for a widening project set to take place on Beech Bend Park Road,

BGPD investigating overnight vehicle break-ins in multiple neighborhoods

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is working another case of overnight vehicle break-ins. According to Bowling Green Police Department public information officer Ronnie Ward, at least four vehicles were broken into as of Thursday morning.

Annual mental health and aging conference meets in Bowling Green

The conference has been a yearly event put on by the Barren River Mental Health and Aging Coalition. Participants discussed many topics, including veterans, homelessness and the Anchor Project, which is bringing a new mental health facility to Bowling Green.

Ky business leaders optimistic on economy, struggling with workforce

Two in three business leaders view Kentucky a favorable place to succeed and most think consumers like living in the commonwealth. Nearly half expect increased revenue this year.

Harris and Trump transition efforts reflect their different approaches to governing

In a drab office suite just blocks from the White House, seasoned political operatives are drawing up detailed plans for a government in waiting. Another identical suite in the same

Panel looking into Trump assassination attempt says Secret Service needs ‘fundamental reform’

The independent panel faulted the Secret Service for poor communications at Pennsylvania campaign rally and failing to secure the building where the gunman took his shots.

After nearly five day search, body of drowning victim found in Barren River in Bowling Green

After nearly five days of searching, the body of a man who drowned in Barren River in Bowling Green has been recovered. The drowning occurred on Saturday afternoon at approximately 2:20 when the victi

City Neighborhood Improvement Program moves to Delafield

The City of Bowling Green’s Neighborhood Improvement Program is continuing after Bowling Green city commissioners on Tuesday night approved a $400,000 contract with Live The Dream Development Inc. to

Bowling Green vs. Kent State Preview, Stats, How to Watch - Oct. 19

Preview the Week 8 college football Bowling Green Falcons vs. Kent State Golden Flashes game with stats, game information and how to watch links.

Betting for (by) dummies: Chiefs overdue for a loss and the over in Georgia vs. Texas

Picking Georgia and the over in Bulldogs vs. Longhorns for the week's marquee game, plus time for Chiefs to lose one?

Third Annual SKY Arts Film Festival is coming this weekend

Lights .. camera … action! The Third Annual SKY Arts Film Festival is making a comeback this weekend. The film festival will be held at the Capitol Theater from Friday, October 18th through Sunday, October 20th.

Auburn man arrested on drug charges, served six active warrants

The Warren County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy arrived at the Five Star located on Louisville Road and located Ray Dean Gordon, 49, of Auburn, early Thursday morning. Authorities say Gordon had six active warrants in Warren County.

Spartans survive, Purples roll to set up Region 4 showdown

South Warren earned the opportunity to play for a second straight Region 4 Boys' Soccer Tournament title on Tuesday against Franklin-Simpson.

North Korea says its revised constitution defines South Korea as ‘hostile state’ for first time

North Korea has confirmed that its recently revised constitution defines South Korea as “a hostile state” for the first time.

Harvest Festival adds Harvest Crawl to festivities

This weekend, downtown Bowling Green will be packed with flannels and pumpkins as the Harvest Festival celebration kicks off, but this year they’ve added a new festivity geared towards the adults in the community.

BGHS earns Bronze Recognition on AP Honor Roll

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green High School is being recognized on the 2024 AP School Honor Roll.

Bowling Green's mayoral candidates present plans if elected during first and only debate

Incumbent Bowling Green Mayor Todd Alcott and former state Representative Patti Minter faced off Monday night during a debate over issues impacting the city's future.

Every team that can be eliminated from College Football Playoff with a loss in Week 8

Through the first seven weeks of the 2024 college football season, we can safely say that 63 teams have been mathematically eliminated from the 12-team College

Bowling Green man facing possession, distribution of child pornography charges

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is facing child pornography charges. The Bowling Green Police Department says it executed a warrant on Patric McGill, 26, of Bowling Green, on Monday. During the investigation, police say McGill knowingly possessed images and videos “depicting actual sexual performances” by minors under the age of 12.

BGFD welcomes class of 2025

The class of 2025 will spend the next 12 weeks at the BGFD recruit academy.

SLIDE SHOW: Greenwood, BG cruise in semis to set up region title showdown

The Lady Purples won 10-0 over the Lady Cougars, and the Lady Gators won 7-0 over the Lady Raiders, in the Girls’ Region 4 semifinals at Logan County High School

Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce hosts Amendment Two public discussion

The debate for Kentucky Constitutional Amendment Two continues across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce hosted superintendents from Bowling Green Independent Schools and Warren County Public Schools to further discuss Amendment Two.

AP VoteCast: How Americans voted in 2020, and what it could mean for 2024

As Election Day draws nearer, Vice President Kamala Harris is trying to maintain the racially diverse coalition of voters who were driven four years ago by fierce opposition to Donald

Remembering Dr. Abraham Williams with Ryan Dearbone

We’re remembering an iconic figure of the Bowling Green community who passed away recently. Dr. Abraham Williams, longtime executive director of the Housing Authority of Bowling Green, passed away Sunday night.

Morgantown Bank & Trust Announces Opening of Third Bowling Green Location

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (Oct. 15, 2024) – Morgantown Bank & Trust is proud to announce the grand opening of its third location in Warren County. The new branch, located in the Rich Pond area at 8051 Nashville Road, officially opened its doors today. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, at 11 a.m.

Washington state's landmark climate law hangs in the balance this election

Voters in Washington state are being asked whether to repeal one of the most progressive climate policies ever passed by a state Legislature, less than two years after it took

Bank opens new multi-million dollar facility in Rich Pond

Morgantown Bank & Trust will open its newest location in Bowling Green on Tuesday. The bank will host a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, October 22 to unveil the multi-million dollar project. It is the bank’s sixth overall location in the area.

The Salvation Army of Bowling Green to honor local leaders at luncheon

The Salvation Army of Bowling Green says it will host its Champions of Hope Luncheon on Friday, Nov. 1 to honor three local community leaders who have significantly impacted the organization. These will include Bob Kirby,

Lady Purples advance in region tournament

Maddie Davenport had two goals to lead Bowling Green to a 7-1 win over Barren County in the opening round of the Region 4 Girls' Soccer Tournament on Sunday at

Banking: Lower Interest Rates Lift Bankers’ Outlook

“Lower interest rates typically help the economy,” said Louis Prichard, Central Kentucky market president for Louisville-based Stock Yards Bank, the largest commonwealth-based bank. “Lower rates mean lower borrowing costs and also can reflect that the Fed has reached or is close to reaching its goal of reducing inflation.”

Food truck owner speaks on economic stress

News 40 spoke to long time food truck operator Patrick McKinney, who recently took to Facebook gauging his fellow entrepreneurs’ performance this year. McKinney said that post he made caused his inbox to explode all with similar answers – that this year has been disappointing.

Mini golf course opening soon in Bowling Green

The Flea Land of Bowling Green is ramping up the fun with a mini golf course right in the front of the property, which will have concessions, a bar and more for residents to look forward to. Flea Land is hoping to have construction done within the next three to four weeks and offer some affordable fun in a neat way.