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Maryville chef accused of shoplifting meat in multiple cities for restaurant
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A Maryville chef has been accused of shoplifting meat from a Knoxville grocery store to serve at his restaurant, according to court records. Those records state that some of the stolen items were taken in his pants. On Thursday, Clement Milanzi was taken into custody on a charge of theft of […]
Man charged after woman found dead at West Knoxville apartment
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — An investigation is underway after a deadly shooting at a West Knoxville apartment late Thursday night, according to the Knoxville Police Department. KPD shared that at 9:30 p.m. on April 25, officers were sent to an apartment at 3210 Atchley Ridge Way in regards to a deceased person. On scene, they […]
More Than 30 Dogs Evacuated From House Fire in Tennessee
On April 26, a house fire in Knoxville, Tennessee, led to 11 people and several dogs being evacuated. However, during the fire rescue, the owner shot one of the dogs that was reportedly attacking another pup while they were evacuating. The man was detained and taken into custody by the authorities. Several dogs and 11 […] The post More Than 30 Dogs Evacuated From House Fire in Tennessee appeared first on DogTime.
Knoxville Police investigating deadly hit-and-run on Chapman Highway
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A man has died after he was struck by a vehicle along Chapman Highway overnight Friday, according to the Knoxville Police Department. The search for the involved vehicle, believed to be a black sports utility vehicle (SUV), was underway as of 6 a.m. Friday. KPD shared to its social media Friday […]
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...
Crime Stoppers asks for help finding 2 missing Knoxville children
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers asked for help Friday in tracking down two missing Knoxville children. Serenity Yera, 2, and Fate Yera, 4, were last known to live on Cecil Johnson Road, but the Department of Children’s Services has not been able to check in on them.
Maryville man faces vehicular homicide, reckless endangerment counts in death of young Kingston Pike pedestrian
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A Maryville man mowed down and killed a young pedestrian walking along busy Kingston Pike while driving a van high on drugs, a Knox County grand jury indictment alleges. Shannon B. Walker, 45, further endangered the lives of multiple other people that same day, Aug. 21,...
'They try to dominate you': Former Oak Ridge priest, whistleblower, files complaint
A former priest who is a key witness in a sexual assault lawsuit against the Diocese of Knoxville has filed a complaint against one of the diocese’s attorneys, Knox News has learned. The Rev. Brent Shelton, who suddenly left St. Mary's Parish in Oak Ridge last year after he...
Knoxville traffic stop ends with loaded firearms, cash seized
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Knoxville police officers seized three loaded firearms and more than $2,500 that they believed to be connected to drug sales during a traffic stop just after midnight on Wednesday. According to a social media post made by the Knoxville Police Department, the traffic stop happened on Tuesday around 2:20 a.m. after […]
Knoxville Man Pleads Guilty to Fatal Drag Racing Crash, Faces Sentencing in June
A Knoxville man has admitted his role in a January 2023 drag-racing crash on Magnolia Avenue that left a 65-year-old grandfather dead and his two grandchildren injured. Tra'Shawn Glass, 22, entered a "blind plea" Wednesday, facing a series of charges including vehicular homicide by drag racing and two counts of reckless aggravated assault. This means Glass has not negotiated a recommended punishment with Knox County prosecutors, leaving his fate in the hands of Knox County Criminal Court Judge Steve Sword, who is scheduled to determine his sentence on June 28, WBIR reported.
Man indicted in death of UT swimming director’s son
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The man accused of fatally striking Ben Kredich while driving under the influence has been indicted, according to the Knox County District Attorney’s office. In August 2023, Kredich, the son of Tennessee Director of Swimming & Diving Matt Kredich, was struck and killed while walking on the sidewalk along Kingston Pike […]
TWRA to restock lakes in Fountain City, Maryville for summer fishing
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Just in time for summer, the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency has announced plans to restock channel catfish in five community fishing lakes in Tennessee, including in Fountain City and Maryville. The restocking will take place in late April at Greenbelt Lake in Maryville, Fountain City Lake in Knoxville, Cameron Brown Lake […]
Tracking rain ahead of more wind and warmth
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Rain cuts through our area today, then winds increase and blow in more warmth for a few days. After that, the pattern becomes more unsettled with storms at times in your First Alert 8-Day Planner. Join us on the WVLT First Alert Weather app for iPhone...
After son’s tragic death, Knoxville family hopes ‘Ben Kredich Act’ will save lives
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The “Ben Kredich Act” passed unanimously in both chambers of the Tennessee General Assembly and is now headed to Governor Bill Lee‘s desk to be signed into law. The bill aims to address opioid related DUI’s and prevent those who are administered an opioid antagonist like Narcan from getting behind the […]
Quality Start from Beam, Bullpen Pace #3 Vols to 3-2 Win Over Tigers
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – On a night where runs were hard to come by for both teams, No. 3/3 Tennessee’s pitching staff came up big as the Volunteers secured their sixth consecutive SEC series win with a 3-2 victory over Missouri on Friday night at Lindsey Nelson Stadium. A fantastic outing from starter Drew Beam led the way for […]
Knoxville Man Accused of Attempted Murder Surrenders to Police
A Knoxville man sought for the brutal attempted murder of a 31-year-old woman, has handed himself over to police. Jevess Craigmire, the suspect who allegedly shot and severely beat the woman at her apartment, is now facing a litany of charges including attempted first-degree murder. After the vicious confrontation which...
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