Olivia Russell
Reporter/Weekend Anchor
Lexington, Ky.
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Olivia Russell is a reporter and weekend anchor for WKYT.
Olivia is originally from Louisville, Ky. She graduated from Bellarmine University in 2017 with a degree in Communication. During her four years at Bellarmine, she was a member of the women's softball team and was named academic all-conference.
After college, she went to Monroe, La. to work for KNOE 8 News.
Olivia made her way back to the Bluegrass State in April 2019 when she joined the WKYT team as a reporter. She was named a weekend anchor a few months later.
When she's not reporting, Olivia enjoys hanging out with her cat, Monreaux, and watching sports.
Bluegrass Care Navigators says people should explore distanced ways to celebrate Thanksgiving.
Chris Ward knew he had a heart condition when he volunteered for the scan, but he wasn’t aware how severe it was.
Students across campus packed up cars as they left for Thanksgiving break, but this year, they won't be returning until January.
Medical experts say the timing of Governor Beshear’s new COVID-19 restrictions is important as we get closer to Thanksgiving.
Dr. Kennedy from St. Joseph Hospital says the new restrictions will help, but social gatherings are proving to be some of the biggest spreaders of the virus.
The Compassionate Caravan usually brings people to warm shelter, but it can't during the pandemic.
Dr. Stanton says it’s likely that testing sites will see a surge in action as some people are hoping for negative results the week of Thanksgiving, allowing them to spend time with family. He warns that’s still not a safe plan.
The pandemic has made things difficult for charities by increasing the amount of people who are in need, and decreasing the ways people can help.
Kentucky’s Supreme Court has affirmed the governor’s authority to issue coronavirus-related orders putting restrictions on businesses and individuals to try to the contain spread of COVID-19.
Jessamine County Schools were in person for only about a month and a half before the superintendent made the call to go back to virtual learning starting Thursday.
Doctors and researchers say they've learned a lot about COVID-19 as time passes.
November 8 is National STEM Day, which encourages students to study science, technology, engineering, and math.
Vaccine trials are underway across the country and, now, one is set to be underway right here in Kentucky.
The presidential election is the big conversation topic Wednesday in Lexington.
Karey Riddell is asking people to be patient with all businesses as they adjust to new restrictions.
A Lexington man lost his battle with COVID-19 just two days after his son was born premature. Now friends are trying to help the family going through such a tough time.
Cases of COVID-19 are going up in the Lake Cumberland district. The health department says they’re having issues with compliance, especially at big events.
The post appeared on the deputy’s personal TikTok page. The video has been deleted, but it’s still making its rounds on social media.
At-home tests are encouraged for people who are symptomatic but can only access public transportation.
McGrath reminded people they only have ten days left to vote. She is pushing people to use that time wisely.
The Kentucky Supreme Court is hearing a case about a man convicted in a deadly stabbing attack in Versailles.
The shooting happened Wednesday afternoon in the area of West Fifth and Smith St.
State leaders were on hand Wednesday morning for the ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new 2.76 million square foot greenhouse in Rowan County.
Director of the Catholic Action Center, Ginny Ramsey, is worried about the cold nights.
The house was deteriorating and the roof was caved-in.
What would you do if you learned seven registered sex offenders were living in one house in your neighborhood? The Fayette County Sheriff says it’s legal for sex offenders to live together, but people on Lin Wal Road still aren’t happy.
A big prize is going to make a big impact on kids in Madison County as one woman donates her winnings.
The red zone classification brings with it a strong recommendation for virtual learning. About 25 Kentucky counties are now in the state’s red zone.
“Many cases we are seeing are not necessarily from the place where it’s being monitored.”
Emily Reed is the oldest in Troop 281. It’s made up of about ten girls who have kept up with the boys.
Fayette County Public Schools seem to be moving closer toward in-person instruction, but, first, they’re asking for feedback from families to help build their plan.
Nicholas County is in the red zone for COVID-19 cases.
A letter in the mail outlined possible sewage rate hikes for people in Scott County, and their bills next month could be tripled.
UK officials investigated about 10 reports of noncompliance stemming from last weekend’s football game.
People are paying extra attention to their health right now because of COVID-19. That’s why experts say flu season could be better than we usually see.
Golf is the only KHSAA sport that wasn’t interrupted by COVID-19. But it’s exactly what ended Shelby Wilson’s season early.
UK students have accounted for many of Lexington's latest COVID-19 cases.
The UK band, cheerleaders and dancers brought the game day excitement while staying socially distant.
UK’s COVID-19 cases are impacting Fayette County’s incidence rate.
Breonna Taylor was once a student at the University of Kentucky.
A consumer specialist survey found 57 percent of homeowners made improvements this spring.
The Kentucky Supreme Court heard arguments Thursday over Governor Andy Beshear’s COVID-19 orders.
The case went before the court on Thursday.
September is National Recovery Month. To one Lexington restaurant, it’s a reason to celebrate and share their stories.
According to the state’s website, Pine Meadows Post Acute has reported 160 total cases of COVID-19, along with 24 deaths.
The $300-million project is expected to be completed in the spring of 2022.
James Lewis was the sixth Dover Manor resident to die from COVID-19.
“We are really excited to offer a bright spot and allow people to get out if they were looking to to get some exercise on this beautiful day,” Melynda Jamison said.
It’s been six months since Harrison County reported Kentucky’s first confirmed case of COVID-19, forcing schools to close immediately.
Crews are working right now to fix a damaged window at the Rowan County Clerk’s office, as police try to figure out who’s responsible.