Sweetwater, TN (WOKI) Over a pound of meth hidden in the woods in Sweetwater is seized by law enforcement in Monroe County. Multiple law enforcement agencies executed a search warrant Friday, June 2 on a property on Sweetwater Vonore Road. The Monroe County Sheriff’s office says meth was found in the woods on the property…… MORE
Knoxville Police have identified the man killed in a fatal downtown accident. They say 20 year-old Damien Sherwood was killed in Wednesday afternoon’s accident which involved two cars and a KAT bus. Sherwood reportedly attempted a U-Turn on the bridge hitting the bus then hit a Jeep turning onto Main Street. A woman in the…… MORE
Louisville, TN (WOKI) A 42-year-old Louisville woman is arrested Wednesday after firing a shotgun in the direction of two sanitation workers attempting to pick up her trash. The Blount County Sheriff’s Office says 42-year-old Theresa Reynolds reportedly fired two rounds at the workers, one of which struck the passenger door of their truck. Officers responded…… MORE
The investigation into the cause of a rollover crash in Halls continues and the Knox County Sheriff’s Office says the three minors injured were juniors at Halls High School and on the football team. That crash happened Tuesday night on Hill Road near Griffith Road with one person ejected from the vehicle taken to the…… MORE
UPDATE (May 31): One week from a fire in the BirdVenture attraction at Anakeesta, the cause of the blaze is being released by investigators. The fire has been ruled an accident. Investigators say the fire was caused by “spontaneous combustion” from construction work on the owl house portion of the new area at the theme…… MORE
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a rollover crash in North Knox County. One person was ejected from the car and taken to the hospital, their condition has not been released.Two other people suffered minor injuries in the crash which saw the vehicle flip several times last night (Tuesday) on Hill Road near Griffith…… MORE
Sevierville, TN (WVLT/WOKI) Boasting 74-thousand square feet, over 100 gas pumps, and one friendly beaver with all the trappings, Buc-ee’s Sevierville location is tentatively set to open on June 26. The long-awaited travel center is part of I-40′s Exit 407: The Gateway to Adventure. Included in that project is an entertainment and shopping district, a…… MORE
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation say a Jonesborough woman has been indicted after she reportedly stole thousands from the church where she worked. In Aug. 2022, TBI agents started to investigate a report of theft involving Ashlee White, a former employee of Grace Fellowship Church in Johnson City. TBI says White used the church’s credit…… MORE
Updated story: An arrest made in the death of a teen found in a Clinton home. A juvenile taken into custody this morning charged with Homicide, Aggravated Assault, Reckless Endangerment and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon in connection to 19 year-old Payton Bridges’s death, who police believe was shot in a home on Fowler Street…… MORE
It sounds like tabloid fodder, but a Knoxville man is in custody after biting a “large chunk of flesh” from another man’s face. It happened last Wednesday on Wimpole Avenue where officers found the victim bleeding heavily from his face. The suspect, Amini Sekibibi, was also at the scene and is accused of biting him…… MORE
Three people arrested and police are investigating a fight at a Madisonville motel which involved a machete. It happened at the Town and Country Motel on US Highway 411 Saturday night. Madisonville police say the suspects were intoxicated and biting and use of a machete resulted in the arrests of Roger Powers, Corey Everett and…… MORE
Knoxville Police have identified the victim in a deadly shooting at an East Knoxville business with the investigation still underway. 25 year-old Adrian Robuck, a military veteran, was working as an armed security guard at The Kave on Magnolia Avenue early Saturday morning and was shot outside in what police believe is a targeted shooting…… MORE
Many parents across Tennessee will find out today if their third grader is at risk of being held back. Districts will know which third grade students passed or didn’t meet expectations in the literacy portion of the TCAP. For the first time, students whose scores do not meet expectations may not be allowed to move…… MORE
Witt Utility District manager Benjamin Harris and his brother, Joseph Harris, Witt’s district water treatment operator, have been charged after an investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. The investigation began in July 2021 and ran through March of this year. The investigation found that Benjamin Harris had misappropriated at…… MORE
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in Sevier County. It happened yesterday afternoon on Newport Highway when THP says a car driven by 23 year-old Kobe Jack crossed the highway into an SUV driven by 29 year-old Jesse Lohr, who swerved to avoid Jack’s car which still hit him head-on. Jack, who…… MORE
Today marks 700 days since an Amber Alert was issued for Hawkins County then 5 year-old Summer Wells. Summer was reported missing on June 15th in 2021 and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation issued Endangered Child Alert which became an Amber Alert a day later. TBI took to Twitter on February 4, Summer’s seventh birthday,…… MORE
Rural Metro is investigating an early morning fire in North Knoxville. Crews responding to the fire on Stanley Road in the Grand Oaks Mobile Home Park in Powell. Everyone inside the home made it out safely and crews were able to put the fire out quickly. There was fire damage where the fire started and…… MORE
Knoxville Police have arrested the man charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of Travis Davis found on the Broadway Bridge earlier this month. Jayshawn Williams was taken into custody last night at a gas station on Sevier Avenue. Williams was found in possession of narcotics, including suspected heroin and meth. He appeared to…… MORE
An investigation is underway in Oak Ridge following a fatal accident. It happened Saturday night on the Oak Ridge Turnpike when a vehicle left the road and hit the historic Turnpike Gatehouse also known as the West End Guard shack. Both people in the vehicle died at the scene.… MORE
Knoxville Police have obtained a warrant charging a man with 2nd-degree murder in the death of a man found dead on the Broadway bridge. Investigators say Travis Brown died as a result of a gunshot wound and they now have a warrant for the arrest of Jayshawn Williams. The investigation remains on-going in Wednesday’s shooting.…… MORE
A man is charged with driving under the influence and reckless driving after crashing into a Knox County Sheriff’s Cruiser. KCSO says it happened Monday when two deputies were working traffic on I-275 at the I-640 ramp and had two cruisers blocking a ramp with their blue lights on. That’s when the suspect, identified as…… MORE
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is currently working with state and federal partners to determine the source of several hoax calls, placed to local law enforcement agencies, reporting an active shooter at several high schools in the state. At this time, none of these reports has proven credible and there is no known immediate threat…… MORE
Last month, Superintendent Dr. Jon Rysewyk announced his intent to form a Special Education Task Force to recommend improvements in special education services, interventions, and supports. Dr. Rysewyk is pleased to share that the following individuals have agreed to serve on the Special Education Task Force: The Special Education Task Force has been charged with…… MORE
The Morristown Police Department is asking for help regarding a fatal shooting at the Five Points Mobile Home Park. Police were called to Brights Pike Road Saturday morning and found 35-year-old Francisco Suarez on the ground suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. A second victim, 26-year-old Julio Torres, was found dead in his…… MORE
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced that Greenbrier Road, Porters Creek Trail, Brushy Mountain Trail, and campsites 31, 32, and 33 are now open to public use. Old Settlers Trail and Grapeyard Ridge Trail re-opened to public use earlier this month. Ramsey Cascades Road and Ramsey Cascades Trail will remain closed until the trail…… MORE
Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon presents her proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year in her State of the City address. The almost $433 million proposed budget does not include a property tax increase. A main focus for Kincannon’s proposed budget is the need for housing in the city. $7.5 million dollars will go toward affordable…… MORE
The largest expansion ever at Anakeesta is underway with a development designed to bring the whole family together. Sounds of construction erect some of the largest birdhouses you’ll ever find. This is Birdventure where you can play in the birdhouse or slide down the side. “This facility is really supposed to get our guests playing…… MORE
The Knoxville Police Department is partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley (BGCTNV) in an effort to support BGCTNV Club members in the Knoxville community before the start of the 2023-24 school year. On August 5, 2023, the KPD will host a special Bowling with a Cop event at Strike & Spare Fountain…… MORE
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is expected to convene a special session to pass legislation that will strengthen public safety and preserve constitutional rights. The call for the special session comes after the General Assembly adjourned for the year without considering the governor’s “Order of Protection” legislation or any other gun control bills introduced after the…… MORE
Knoxville Police are investigating an early morning accident which sends one person to the hospital in critical condition.
Police say two cars were involved in a crash on N. Northshor Drive at Woodburn Drive.
Investigators say a Scion XD tried to make a left turn from Woodburn onto Northshore and was struck by a Honda Accord north on Northshore.
The driver of the Scion was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries and is still listed in critical condition.
Northshore Drive reopened just before 9 a.m.
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Knoxville Police are investigating after a man is found dead inside a car in South Knoxville. 29-year-old Jonathon Battles was found yesterday afternoon in a car parked in the street in the 2400 block of Sam Houston Street. Police say there are no obvious signs of trauma but cause of death is undetermined and the…… MORE
Mayor John Cooper and the mayors from three other major Tennessee cities are urging Governor Bill Lee to consider enacting major changes to the state’s gun laws following the deadly shooting at The Covenant School. Mayor Cooper of Nashville, Mayor Lee Harris of Shelby County, Mayor Tim Kelly of Chattanooga, and Mayor Indya Kincannon of…… MORE
Two men trapped in a trench collapse are both freed and one man remains hospitalized. Officials with the Knoxville Fire Department are still investigating yesterday’s incident at a construction site on East Inskip Road. Both men were responsive when taken to the hospital. They were employed by Davie Construction, working about four feet under the…… MORE
Knoxville Police along with the bomb squad investigate a possible suspicious package. Yesterday ( Sunday) morning KPD’s Explosive Ordinance Detail unit and the FBI were sent to the 500 block of West Vine Avenue near the Old City to investigate the package. The scene was clear by noon and the package was found to be…… MORE
A man was arrested on Monday after a woman said that he held her against her will for several days, according to a report obtained by WVLT News. The victim called 911 at around 8:00 a.m. from Planet Fitness on Chapman Highway. She told dispatchers that a man, Ricci Myers, was outside in her car while…… MORE
A firefighter injured and a dog missing following a house fire in East Knoxville. Knoxville Fire Department crews called to the intersection of Sunrise and W. Oakhill Avenue this morning and found heavy smoke coming from a home and van. Crews had some difficulty putting that fire out, which took over an hour because the…… MORE
Traffic backed up for miles, lanes blocked and police tell us what happened this morning on I-140 West. Knoxville Police say a woman riding an electric scooter on Pellissippi Parkway was hit and killed by a car this (Wednesday) morning. KPD officials could not say why the woman was on an interstate while driving an…… MORE
A country music superstar set to play Thompson-Boling Arena this summer. Hank Williams, Jr. will perform in Knoxville on June 23. Special guests include The Frontmen of Country and Dillon Carmichael. Tickets go on-sale this Friday at 10:00 am on Ticketmaster. Hank Williams, Jr.’s extremely impressive resume has spawned 70 million albums sold worldwide, six…… MORE
Operation Egg Hunt results in four convicted sex offenders and put behind bars. The multi-agency operation from April 3rd to 6th, conducted a check on over 70 registered sex offenders in Anderson County. Officials say they made contact with 72 total offenders, 68 of whom were in compliance. The other four, Corey Hutchinson, Cameron Richardson,…… MORE
The principal at Hardin Valley Academy is placed on administrative leave with pay. Knox County Schools Superintendent Dr. Jon Rysewyk appointed Michael Reynolds as the interim principal. He retired from Central High School in 2018. Our news partner WVLT News reached out to KCS to find out if the action was due to a previous…… MORE
An Oneida man is arrested on rape charges following an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. TBI agents began investigating 38 year-old Tommy Duncan on reports he had raped the same woman on at least four different occasions. TBI agents arrested Duncan Monday night and charged him with four counts of Rape. He was…… MORE
Tennessee officials have proposed new actions and legislation aimed to increase school safety in public and private schools, Governor Bill Lee announced on Monday. Lee announced that the legislation would include funding to place an armed security guard at every Tennessee public school and provide more mental health resources for Tennesseans. “There is nothing more…… MORE
The Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency says the body of a missing kayaker has been found. In the sixth boating fatality this year, 31 year-old Benjamin Thomen’s body was found yesterday. He was reported missing Saturday while camping with three others on one of the islands at Dale Hollow Resevior. He was last seen when he…… MORE
The investigation continues after an active shooter suspect at a body shop is taken into custody in Roane County. Roane County Sheriff Jack Stockton, says four people, including the alleged shooter, were shot at Midtown Auto Body on Roane State Highway. Two women, one man were reportedly shot by the suspect, identified as Brian Wilson,…… MORE
Officials with the Knoxville Fire Department are investigating two early morning fires. Crews were first called to Beaumont Avenue and McSpadden Street area for a church fire. Due to heavy fire and rapidly changing conditions, the crew was forced outside to fight that fire. The building is a total loss. The second fire on Baxter…… MORE
Talks of stricter gun control being talked about by lawmakers following the tragic shooting at The Covenant School in Nashville this week which left seven people dead, including the suspect. Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett says changing gun laws isn’t the answer to end gun violence changing the hearts of people is the answer. The victims…… MORE
The Knoxville Fire Department is investigating the cause of an early morning fire at a North Knoxville home. Crews called to Hayes Road near High School Road and found heavy fire coming from the rear of the home. KFD says no one was home at the time of the fire. No pets were found inside…… MORE
Officials with Y-12 released the reason behind a fire in one of their buildings last month. Chips of uranium metal from machining activity had been processed for storage which was done in accordance with the standard operating procedure sparked the February 22nd fire. Officials say the metal underwent rapid exothermic oxidation, which is a chemical…… MORE
The Jellico Police Department is down to just three officers after its captain and several other officers resigned after vote to keep the Police Chief Gary Perkins following a complaint submitted about him. During Tuesday’s meeting, Captain Anthony Lay and two patrolmen took their badges off and placed them in front of the Police Committee…… MORE
An investigation is underway in a fatal crash on Asheville Highway. Knoxville Police say the crash happened at Ruggles Ferry Pike this morning and involved a motorcycle. One lane was closed while crash reconstruction personnel were on the scene.… MORE
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