Category Archives: Local News

TWRA Set to Ban Alcohol on Wildlife Management Areas

TWRA Set to Ban Alcohol on Wildlife Management Areas

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency announcing alcohol will be banned on Wildlife Management Areas beginning next week. TWRA officials say alcohol possession and consumption will be prohibited statewide on WMAs starting on April 15 except for designated areas, which are TWRA campgrounds and public waters bordering or within a WMA. Officials say…MORE

UTPD: Teen Facing Felony Charge after Triggering UT Alert Overnight

UTPD: Teen Facing Felony Charge after Triggering UT Alert Overnight

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A 19-year-old is facing multiple charges after filing a false police report that triggered a UT Alert overnight Tuesday. University of Tennessee Police Department officials say Peyton Hubbs was arrested on a felony charge of filing a false report and two misdemeanor charges of simple possession and illegal gambling around 11:15 Tuesday…MORE

Knoxville woman uses own experience to guide service for mothers in need

Knoxville woman uses own experience to guide service for mothers in need

 Becoming a new mom can be difficult, and for those who are already mothers, ensuring they have all the supplies they need is not easy. A community baby shower is aiming to help with some of those needs. Knoxville native Ty Roberts is the executive director of Genissi Charitable Birth Services, a company she created…MORE

Knox County Public Library presents Truth and Consequences: Film and conversation on news and information integrity

Knox County Public Library presents Truth and Consequences: Film and conversation on news and information integrity

Knox County Public Library is pleased to present Truth and Consequences: film and conversation on information integrity in today’s world from April 25-28, 2024. All events are free and open to the public.  With AI, deep fakes, and online influencers adding to the already complex landscape of media disruption and information integrity, the Library is partnering with experts to…MORE

Tennessee’s Senate Passing Some Controversial Bills

Tennessee’s Senate Passing Some Controversial Bills

The Tennessee Senate passes the bill that would arm teachers with concealed guns in schools. It passed yesterday (Tuesday) on the Senate floor with 26 votes for and five votes against. The bill does not require but would allow people who work at schools to carry concealed guns on school property. Teachers who decide to…MORE

Police Asking for Help Finding Missing Morristown Man

Police Asking for Help Finding Missing Morristown Man

Morristown, TN (WOKI) The Hamblen County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding a missing Morristown man. HCSO officials say Anthony “Tony” Williams was last seen around 11:30 p.m. on March 30 at the Loc Bar on Buffalo Trail in Morristown. Anyone who knows Williams’ whereabouts is asked to contact Det. Kitts with the HCSO…MORE