Knox County District Attorney General Charme Allen says a man has been convicted in a death during a standoff with Knoxville Police. 76-year-old John Deloach reportedly pulled a revolver during an argument, killing a bystander in May of 2023. He barricaded himself in a Wilderness Road home, prompting a standoff with KPD. He was convicted…… MORE
The man at the center in the hit and run of a Knox County student at a bus stop pleads guilty. Harley Bittle, III pled guilty to Reckless Endangerment, a Class E felony according to the Knox County District Attorney’s Office. He received a sentence of one year on Judicial Diversion, and restitution will be…… MORE
On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 2 PM, the Knoxville Fire Department responded to a fire in the 2700 block of North Broadway. Upon arrival, crews discovered a fire burning beneath a pedestrian bridge owned by the City of Knoxville. The fire involved a significant amount of clothing and debris, which damaged the bridge. Two…… MORE
Although no official announcement has been made, Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs is endorsing Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn for Tennessee Governor, if she decides to run. It’s a surprising update, especially as rumors circulated that Jacobs himself was eyeing a run at governor. The announcement came via Jacobs’ X account. He says Senator Blackburn has…… MORE
Tennessee Athletics earns almost a quarter-billion dollars in revenue for the 2024 fiscal year. It’s a new record for the athletics department. The Vols brought in just over $234 million dollars beating last year’s total of $202 million. This year, ticket sales brought in almost $47 million. That’s almost 8 million dollars from the year…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Zoo Knoxville is mourning after losing a Western lowland gorilla. Officials Wednesday announcing the death of Kowali; the beloved gorilla passed away at the age of 47. Kowali had been at Zoo Knoxville since 2013 and was a mother of four. She was born on January 9, 1978 at the Lincoln Park…… MORE
Nashville, TN (WOKI) The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) lifted an advisory Wednesday that asked people to avoid touching water affected by Hurricane Helene’s flooding. The advisory was issued on October 2, just days after the storm hit. It asked people to avoid waters in the Nolichucky, French Broad, Pigeon, Doe, and Watauga…… MORE
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is calling a special session of the Tennessee General Assembly on January 27th to pass the Education Freedom Act and disaster relief for victims of Hurricane Helene. The session will also address illegal immigration public safety measures to ensure Tennessee stands ready to support the Trump Administration. In 2024, Lee’s first…… MORE
(Story courtesy of WVLT News) Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Several Knoxville firefighters are suing the city, claiming they’re being underpaid under the city’s employee payment plan. Attorney Richard Collins filed the lawsuit on Jan. 13 on behalf of Kevin Faddis, Shawn Langley, Stephen Mitchell, Gregory Phillips, Robert Pollard and Christopher Smith. It’s a lawsuit that focuses…… MORE
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is moving trailers into areas of East Tennessee affected by Hurricane Helene. The storm moved through the area in September of last year, prompting thousands in the eastern third of the state to begin a recovery process that has seen plenty of ups and downs. FEMA says those in several…… MORE
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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.
Don’t miss Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons “The Last Encores” Tour Friday, February 14th Knoxville Civic Coliseum!
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