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Knoxville Fire Department is Investigating an Early Morning House Fire
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Knoxville Fire Department is Investigating an Early Morning House Fire

Knoxville, TN (WOKI/KFD) – This (Monday) morning at 3:05am, Knoxville Fire Department was dispatched to 3100 Sanderson Road for a residential fire.Knox County Communications District received a call that a residence was on fire. It was reported that the back right side of the home had flames coming from the house. The 2 occupants were…MORE

Man Sentenced for Shooting at THP Troopers in Knox County After Chase
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Man Sentenced for Shooting at THP Troopers in Knox County After Chase

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Story courtesy of WVLT) – A man convicted of attempted first-degree murder after shooting at a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper in January has been sentenced. On January 12th, troopers saw Eugenio Abraham Solis Klarks, 31, driving 97 mph on I-75 North in Loudon County, according to the Knox County District Attorney General’s Office.…MORE

Schedule of Some of East Tennessee Schools Begin Class This Month and Next

Schedule of Some of East Tennessee Schools Begin Class This Month and Next

(Story courtesy of WVLT) – The school year is quickly approaching here in East Tennessee, with most students getting back to learning in late July or early August. In preparation for the 2025-26 school year, Tennessee is holding it’s annual tax-free holiday at the end of July. Parents will be able to get some good…MORE

FORMER POLICE OFFICER INDICTED, ACCUSED OF OFFICIAL MISCONDUCT
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FORMER POLICE OFFICER INDICTED, ACCUSED OF OFFICIAL MISCONDUCT

Johnson City, TN (WOKI) An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a now-former Johnson City officer. In June 2024, at the request of 1st Judicial District Attorney General Steve Finney, TBI agents began investigating allegations of misconduct involving Connor Cooper. Michael Dunavant was appointed by…MORE

Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications Now Open For KCS Families
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Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications Now Open For KCS Families

Knox County Schools is announcing its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. The 2025-26 school year begins on Aug. 7, and families that are unable to pay for breakfast and lunch meals at school – or do not attend a…MORE