Category Archives: Local News

Knoxville Police and Crime Stoppers Asking for Help to Find a Murder Suspect

Knoxville Police and Crime Stoppers Asking for Help to Find a Murder Suspect

Knoxville Police are searching for a suspect wanted for attempted murder following a shooting at an apartment complex. 27-year-old Jevess Craigmire is wanted on several charges, including attempted first-degree murder and especially aggravated robbery, stemming from a shooting at an apartment complex on Dandridge Avenue early Saturday morning. The 31 year-old victim was taken to…MORE

Pigeon Forge Rod Run Death Investigation
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Pigeon Forge Rod Run Death Investigation

An investigation is underway following the death of a Rod Run participant on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge. The Pigeon Forge Police Department says a man was traveling on a scooter near the Parkway and Jake Thomas Road late Thursday night when a car door was opened.   Chief Richie Catlett says he’s not sure what…MORE

A Firefighter is Injured Battling a South Knoxville Business Fire

A Firefighter is Injured Battling a South Knoxville Business Fire

  This (Sunday) morning at 9:33 AM, Knox County 911 received a call from a passerby on Chapman Highway advising that Wheels Auto Sales at 6246 Chapman Highway appeared to be on fire. The caller advised that smoke was coming from the building. On the arrival of the first KFD engine company, the officer advised…MORE

Eight Unclaimed Veterans to be Buried at East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery

Eight Unclaimed Veterans to be Buried at East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery

Eight unclaimed veterans in East Tennessee will be buried at the East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. The majority of these unclaimed veterans were homeless and no family members were able to be contacted.  Each of these eight men will receive full military honors including a procession, flag presentation, and burial at the cemetery.  he services will take place…MORE