Security cameras captured pictures of the suspect in a car theft on January 27. If you have any information on the suspect you’re asked to call the Crime Hotline or email them at [email protected]. (Photo Courtesy of WVLT News)… MORE
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Tennessee Inmate on Death Watch Ahead of Planned Execution
Updated Story: The Tennessee Supreme Court has denied a death row inmate’s request for more time to consider questions surrounding the possible bias of a juror who helped hand down the original death sentence decades ago. The state’s top justices ruled on Tuesday that 53-year-old Lee Hall failed to persuade the high court to create…… MORE
#EltonFarewellTour Coming to Knoxville – We’ll Have Chance to Win Tickets
Elton John is adding another date to his Farewell Tour with a stop at Thompson-Boling Arena in June 6th. The announcement came Wednesday morning and General Admission tickets go on sale November 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Stay tuned to NewsTalk 98.7 as we’ll have a chance for you to win tickets next week. Elton announced…… MORE
Knox County Schools & Several Others Close Due to Illness
Several schools in East Tennessee are closing for the remainder of the week due to a high number of absentee rates among students and faculty. Authorities say the flu is the main reason for the illnesses. As of Thursday afternoon, the list includes: Knox County, Christian Academy of Knoxville, Monroe County, Oneida Special School District,…… MORE
John Ward passes away at the age of 88
University of Tennessee legendary broadcast voice John Ward has passed away. Here is the statement from the Vol Network.… MORE
Jimmy’s blog: Jones fired
Brady Hoke named interim… MORE
#25/24 Vols Take 42-41 2OT Comeback Win Over Georgia Tech In Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game
ATLANTA, Ga. – Junior running back John Kelly dashed for four touchdowns and racked up 128 rushing yards to help lead No. 25/24 Tennessee to a double-overtime victory against Georgia Tech in the Vols’ season-opening Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game on Monday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. “That was a very good college football game,” Tennessee head coach Butch Jonessaid. “I have a lot of respect for…… MORE
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Andrea Bocelli- Food City Center- Feb. 8th
G Media presents… Andrea Bocelli with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. Saturday, February 8th.
Dogwood Arts House and Garden Show 2/7-2/9
The Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show has something for everyone. Our perennial preview of spring invites guests to leave winter at the door, experience over 10,000 sq. ft. of Grand Gardens, and meet the top vendors in home improvement, interior design, appliances, and more—all under one roof.
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons 2/14
Don’t miss Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons “The Last Encores” Tour Friday, February 14th Knoxville Civic Coliseum!
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You could win a pair of tickets to various Knoxville Symphony Orchestra shows!