Alyssa Williams
Reporter
Lexington, Ky.
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Alyssa Williams joined our team as a reporter in July 2023. Alyssa, a Bath County native, started at our sister station, WYMT, two years ago after graduating from Morehead State University. While a student at MSU, Alyssa was the first recipient of the Amber Philpott Scholarship. Amber was a 2003 Morehead graduate who also got her start at WYMT.
Updated: Sep. 17, 2023 at 10:40 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
It was nearly three years ago that eight-year-old Malakai Roberts’ life changed forever.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 7:41 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
On Friday, several state and national leaders gathered at the University of Kentucky to make an announcement that could impact cancer patients across the Commonwealth.
Updated: Sep. 10, 2023 at 9:26 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
The Autism Society of the Bluegrass’ (ASBG) annual autism walk kicked off in Lexington on Sunday, offering more than just an opportunity to raise money for the organization.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 5:28 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
With COVID-19 cases increasing in several parts of the Commonwealth, several healthcare professionals advise that we should not overlook flu season.
Updated: Sep. 4, 2023 at 5:31 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
Sadie’s End of Summer Bash is full of smiles and laughter on Monday as many Harrison Countians come together to enjoy some fun in the sun while paying tribute to the spunky eight-year-old.
Updated: Sep. 3, 2023 at 10:35 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
To members of the Bluegrass Parrothead Club here in Lexington, Buffet was more than just a singer of hits like ‘Margaritaville’ or ‘Its Five O’Clock Somewhere.’”
Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 6:45 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
Kentucky’s 2022 Overdose Fatality Report stated that Bath County saw the highest rate of overdose deaths per capita last year.
Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 5:34 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
This is an issue several Central Kentucky fire departments are seeing firsthand.
Updated: Aug. 25, 2023 at 4:39 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
A video showing a middle schooler injured in the altercation has been shared on social media, and it has led parents to speak out about their safety concerns at Clark County Schools.
Updated: Aug. 24, 2023 at 4:02 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
There are still several questions unanswered following an incident that took place on a Clark County School bus on Tuesday.
Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 10:26 AM EDT
|By WKYT News Staff and Alyssa Williams
An incident onboard a Clark County school bus is under investigation.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2023 at 8:50 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
The Woodland Art Fair kicked off in Lexington on Saturday, bringing in artists and art enthusiasts from across the Commonwealth and beyond.
Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 5:29 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
Georgetown police arrested four teens who were connected to a string of car break-ins throughout the Georgetown area on Monday.
Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 5:33 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
Over the last year, pharmacies across the nation have been seeing shortages in various medications. In Lexington, pharmacies are still seeing that issue, but with ADHD medications in particular.
Updated: Aug. 6, 2023 at 9:03 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
He was slated to head to basic training for the U.S. Navy, later this month.
Updated: Aug. 4, 2023 at 3:37 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
We have all heard of porch pirates stealing packages from people’s front doors, but for one Mount Sterling family, they say an Amazon delivery driver was the one doing the stealing.
Updated: Aug. 2, 2023 at 11:59 AM EDT
|By WKYT News Staff and Alyssa Williams
It happened Tuesday on Shannon Run Road.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2023 at 3:53 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
The summer season brings more people outdoors, but with more time in the sun comes an increased risk of damaging your skin.
Updated: Jul. 25, 2023 at 10:45 PM EDT
|By WKYT News Staff and Alyssa Williams
A death investigation is underway in Laurel County after the Sheriff’s Office says a 12-year-old boy died of a gunshot wound.
Updated: Jul. 20, 2023 at 4:04 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
As we approach the one-year anniversary of the devastating flood in Eastern Kentucky, many flood survivors, like Knott County native Nathan Smith, will likely revisit the trauma of that night.
Updated: Jul. 19, 2023 at 4:02 PM EDT
|By Alyssa Williams
Members of the Winchester community are concerned after flyers were found in the downtown area of what looked to be a recruitment tactic for the group “Patriot Front.”