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Knoxville Police Arrest Man in February Overdose Death Investigation

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Numerous narcotics are seized and a Knoxville man is arrested Tuesday, April 22 in connection to the ongoing investigation into February’s overdose death of a 23-year-old woman. Knoxville Police Department officials say 30-year-old Allen Roach was arrested during a search warrant conducted at his Cedarwood Street home. KPD says the search resulted…MORE

Reported Longest Zipline in America is Open in Pigeon Forge.
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Reported Longest Zipline in America is Open in Pigeon Forge.

An exciting attraction being billed as “the longest zipline in America” is now open in Pigeon Forge. MegaZip, located at Anakeesta’s sister property WildSide, spans an impressive 5,771 feet and features a vertical drop of over 1,000 feet. Officials say thrill-seekers can expect exhilarating speeds and maximum excitement on the new attraction. WildSide also added…MORE

Hearing Set to Decide if Teen Charged in Powell Murder Will be Tried as Adult

Hearing Set to Decide if Teen Charged in Powell Murder Will be Tried as Adult

Powell, TN (WOKI) Whether or not a 15-year-old boy will be tried as an adult for the murder last October of a 13-year-old girl in Powell will not be decided until next year. That ruling handed down Tuesday during Malakiah Lamar Harris’s appearance in Knox County Juvenile Court. Harris has been charged with second degree…MORE

Turkey Creek Medical Center is the First Hospital in Knoxville to Utilize Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery System
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Turkey Creek Medical Center is the First Hospital in Knoxville to Utilize Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery System

Turkey Creek Medical Center announced Tuesday that it is taking minimally invasive robotic surgery to the next level. The hospital said it now has a newer, more sophisticated robotic system that offers more than 150 enhancements over previous versions, including improved accuracy and precision, enhanced 3D imaging and better ergonomics for surgeons. Dr. Marc Campbell,…MORE

Turkey Creek Medical Center is the First Hospital in Knoxville to Utilize Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery System
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Turkey Creek Medical Center is the First Hospital in Knoxville to Utilize Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery System

Turkey Creek Medical Center announced Tuesday that it is taking minimally invasive robotic surgery to the next level. The hospital said it now has a newer, more sophisticated robotic system that offers more than 150 enhancements over previous versions, including improved accuracy and precision, enhanced 3D imaging and better ergonomics for surgeons. Dr. Marc Campbell,…MORE

Nine People in Custody after Monroe County Drug Busts, Sheriff Says

Nine People in Custody after Monroe County Drug Busts, Sheriff Says

Monroe County, TN (WOKI) Nine people are in custody after two drug busts in Monroe County. Sheriff Tommy Jones says narcotics detectives executed the first search Monday in the Gamble Gap area of Tellico Plains. There, detectives found four grams of fentanyl, other drugs and several guns. Later in the afternoon, detectives executed another warrant…MORE

Two East Tennesseans are Arrested in South Carolina in a Stolen Vehicle
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Two East Tennesseans are Arrested in South Carolina in a Stolen Vehicle

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF / WVLT) – Two people from Tennessee were behind bars in the Pee Dee after leading deputies on a chase over the weekend. The Florence County Sheriff’s Office said Mara Ivey, of Caryville, and Charles Owens, of Lafollette, were arrested Saturday. Both were charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, while…MORE

KPD: CERT Officers Arrest One, Seize Multiple Firearms in Sunday Traffic Stop

KPD: CERT Officers Arrest One, Seize Multiple Firearms in Sunday Traffic Stop

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A 20-year-old man is arrested and multiple firearms are seized following a traffic stop Sunday on Clinton Highway. Knoxville Police Department officials say Community Engagement Response Team officers stopped 20-year-old Timir Thomas around 7:30 p.m. after spotting his Lexus sedan on Clinton Highway. KPD says Thomas had an outstanding warrant for felony…MORE

Knoxville Police Arrest a Third Person in an Attempted Murder and Carjacking at at West Knoxville Business

Knoxville Police Arrest a Third Person in an Attempted Murder and Carjacking at at West Knoxville Business

Knoxville Police have arrested the third person involved in an attempted murder and carjacking at BucketHead Tavern. 36-year-old Michael Thompson’s arrest comes after two others, 25 year-old Tre’Veon Bradley and 24 year-old Jaden Moore were arrested in November and December of last year. KPD says Thompson was wanted on a grand jury indictment that charged…MORE

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