The National Weather Service says temperatures are inching upward and that rain is possible this weekend. The Madisonville police say the woman who assaulted a person with a large metal bar on Sunday evening is in jail. The incident with Abigail Upchurch occurred in the 300 block of Park Row. The victim says the incide...

The man wanted for numerous offenses including an active parole warrant and felony assault is now lodged in the Hopkins County jail. On Sunday, 39-year-old Dustin Suttle swam across the Tradewater River is his failed attempt to escape from sheriff's deputies. Two deputies jumped into the river to prevent Suttle from ...

An organization that provides free civil legal assistance says recovery is still ongoing for many families across Western Kentucky impacted by the December 2021 tornadoes. Kentucky Legal Aid is hosting "Disaster Legal Help Days" to connect survivors with legal assistance and answers to questions that may sti...

Lora Ann Rogers, 69, of Madisonville, KY, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville. She was born on April 13, 1957, in Bloomington, IN to the late Ervin Leroy Pfaff and Geneva Ann Stickels Pfaff. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James Rogers. ...

Pat Stegelman, age 88, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on October 3, 2026 at her residence. Known for being glamorous, kind and tough, she will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She loved growing flowers, fishing, trail riding with her brother and cooking for her loved ones. She was a landman, taking oil and...

June Brackett Crowe, 76 of Mortons Gap passed away Sunday, October 4, 2026, at her home with her family at her side. Born November 16, 1949, to the late Ednie and Margaret (McIntosh) Brackett of Mortons Gap. She was a long-standing member of Mortons Gap Christian Church where she often volunteered and served in variou...

Join Trevor Rice each week for 1-hour of local news talk in Madisonville and Hopkins County. Things are ramping up this Fall and Trevor gets into lots of happenings going on surrounding the city!

Join Trevor Rice for 1-hour of local news talk and comments surrounding Madisonville, Hopkins County, and our surrounding region. Listen to this week's conversations below! Cory Wilford Interview

Join Trevor Rice for 1-hour of Madisonville and Hopkins County news talk from 8-9 a.m. on 103.5 The Light! This week, Carrie Eison and Sarah Burnison with the City of Madisonville discuss Harvest Fest and Wings over Western Kentucky! Trevor also recaps last week's Small Business Roundtable. Listen below!

The Indy Car Series races at the Nashville Superspeedway this weekend! Trevor Rice had a phone interview with 2x-Indy Car Champion and 2018 Indy 500 winner, Will Power, ahead of this Sunday's race. Listen back to their conversation below!

We had a successful Madcon again! Year two was a lot of fun and we made new memories. Thank you to all attendees, vendors, and sponsors!

Trevor Rice and Dustton Walker hosted this years 2025 Noon Kiwanis Christmas Parade coverage, presented by Madisonville Garage Doors and Atmos Energy. Listen to this years festivities below! You can also go back and watch it all on our 106.9 Facebook page!

This Veterans Day, we're coming together as a community to celebrate the brave men and women who've served our country at Salute to Service! 🎖 📅 Sunday, November 8 | 12:30-1:30 PM 📍 Downtown Madisonville - live from the WTTL / Nash 104.9 studios during the Veterans Parade Enjoy patriotic music by Ray Ligon Gr...

The Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix at the Nashville Superspeedway the weekend of July 18-19 is fast approaching! Trevor Rice had a phone interview with 2-time Indy Car Champion and 2-time Indy 500 winner, Josef Newgarden, who returns to his home city to try for his third win of the 2026 season. Listen to the i...

For the link to our Facebook live during the 2025 Veterans Day Parade, please go the link below!

Join Trevor Rice each week for 1-hour of local news talk in Madisonville and Hopkins County. Things are ramping up this Fall and Trevor gets into lots of happenings going on surrounding the city!

Join a local attorney each Friday morning for Law Talk! Today's episode helps explain the process of bankruptcy and debt collection in the legal scene. Listen back to episode 75 below!

Trevor was flying the ship solo today on Sports Nutz, presented by Perry Cheek State Farm! He recaps week 6 play and previews week 7 matchups and even delves into Kentucky's game vs South Carolina. Listen below!

The Academy of Country Music has confirmed that the 62nd ACM Awards will take place on Sunday, May 16, 2027, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vega...

FBI Director Kash Patel and country singer Alexis Wilkins are engaged after several years together. Wilkins announced the engagement on Sunday, Octobe...

Zach Bryan drew attention during his two-night run at Gillette Stadium by performing in a black Free Palestine T-shirt, bringing a political message t...

The 2026 ARIA Awards will mark their 40th anniversary with comedians Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald taking the stage as hosts. Organizers announce...

Canadian rock singer and songwriter Sass Jordan has died at age 65. Her family announced that she died peacefully on October 2, 2026, surrounded by lo...

Elton John returned to Mexico City for a major farewell performance, reconnecting with Mexican fans after a 14-year absence. During the October 2 conc...