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Knoxville Police Fatally Shoot Gunman Who Wounded Woman During Domestic Dispute
A domestic dispute turned deadly in Knoxville on Saturday morning when police officers shot and killed a man after he fired a gun at a woman, striking her in the face. The incident took place around 7:50 a.m. on the city's west side, on the 4700 block of Santala Drive, as reported by the Knoxville News Sentinel.
Knoxville Man Charged After Shooting Dog During House Fire Evacuation
In a South Knoxville neighborhood, a dramatic scene unfolded early Friday morning as the Knoxville Fire Department (KFD) responded to a house blaze where a man was arrested for shooting a dog amongst the chaos. The shooting occurred while firefighters were working to extinguish the flames consuming a residence at the 200 block of Stone Road, which contained 11 people and a pack of 33 dogs, as reported by WBIR.
Knoxville Anticipates a Mixed Bag of Weather, Sunny Days and Potential Storms Ahead
Knoxville residents can expect a week of fluctuating weather ahead, with conditions swinging from clear skies to potential thunderstorms, the National Weather Service has announced. Today's forecast is set to be sunny with highs reaching up to a comfortable 84 degrees. Northeast winds will give way to a southwestern breeze as the afternoon progresses.
Secret Service agent removed from Harris’s security detail after ‘distressing’ behavior
The Secret Service special agent, who was working on the vice president's departure from Joint Base Andrews on Monday morning, “began displaying behavior their colleagues found distressing.”
Maryville restaurant owner steals thousands in meat from area grocery stores, police say
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The owner of an Italian restaurant in Maryville was charged with theft of merchandise after stealing thousands in meat from area grocery stores, including putting it in his pants, according to police. Clement Milanzi, 50, of Knoxville, was arrested at a Kroger on Northshore Drive in...
TDOT: Overturned vehicle on I-40 near Cherry Street causes traffic delays on Saturday night
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A multi-vehicle crash on I-40 West at Mile Marker 389.6 near Cherry Street is causing delays on Saturday, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. The wreck was reported at 10:16 p.m. EDT, with two out of three lanes blocked as of 10:40 p.m. One of...
Breezy and warm ahead of on and off storms this week
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - It’s warm and breezy to wrap up your weekend and start the new week, but that weather pattern changes with the first batch of storms Monday night to Tuesday. Join us on the WVLT First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android to stay informed...
Byron Edwards' family still seeking answers, 2 years after his disappearance
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — One Knoxville man has been missing for several years with no major developments in his case, but that hasn't stopped Byron Edwards' family from sharing his story. Byron Edwards has now been missing for more than two years. "We still haven't heard anything, the police is...
What to know ahead of WATE’s Free Shred Day
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — WATE’s Free Shred Day is just around the corner, and here’s what you need to know to dispose of your personal documents on May 4. Shred Day is happening at WATE in Knoxville on Saturday, May 4 from 8 a.m. to noon. Why should I shred? There are quite a few […]
'A lot of kids aren't okay' | Turn Up Knox program brings youth together to address problems they face
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — "It's kind of sad because a lot of kids aren't okay," Said Alona Robinson. "And they're not getting the help that they need." Turn Up Knox is assembling their first youth violence prevention cohort. "It's really giving them the opportunity to use their voice and have...
Columbia has banned student protest leader who said ‘Zionists don’t deserve to live,’ University says
Columbia University has banned the student protest leader, who said "Zionists don't deserve to live," from the campus, a university spokesperson confirmed to The Hill Friday.
Tickets go on sale May 1 for special events at Lavender Festival in Oak Ridge
Tickets for three special events at the Jackson Square Lavender Festival in Oak Ridge will go on sale beginning Wednesday, May 1. This includes the Herb Lunch June 14, the Tour of Gardens June 14-16, and Nine Lakes Wine Tasting June 15. You may purchase online at www.JacksonSquareLavenderFestival.org, or by...
Lady Vols win series opener at Alabama
No. 3 Tennessee (36-8, 15-4 SEC) defeated Alabama (31-13, 8-11), 5-0, Friday at Rhoads Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Tennessee won its third consecutive game. The Lady Vols recorded 10 hits in the contest against Alabama. Kiki Milloy went 2-for-3. She recoded three runs, one double and one stolen base for...
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