At least one person has died and an investigation is underway following a fire at Forrest Ridge Apartments. Fire Investigators were dispatched to r the 2900 block of Tyler Jacob Way yesterday (Wednesday) morning and the victim was taken to the Knox County Regional Forensics Center for examination.… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A brand new food pantry is open in West Knoxville. The KAPA Kitchen is on the Knoxville Academy of Medicine’s campus on Cross Park Drive off Cedar Bluff. They are partnering with Second Harvest food bank to provide healthy food and essential supplies for East Tennesseans. They’ll offer food such as meat,…… MORE
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Fire Investigation Unit and Major Crimes Unit are investigating a fatal fire at Forrest Ridge Apartments. Fire Investigators were dispatched to the 2900 block of Tyler Jacob Way this (Wednesday) morning. The cause of the fire is under investigation. The victim will be taken to the Knox County Regional Forensics…… MORE
Knox Area Rescue Ministries extending the deadline in their Coats for the Cold campaign. They’ve collected more than 5,900 coats so far but after just two days of giving them out, more than 3500 coats have been given to people in need. KARM still plans to distribute coats for another three weeks to make sure…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) What do you think of parking in downtown Knoxville? That’s the question city leaders are asking through a new survey. As part of Knoxville’s strategic downtown parking plan, the city is launching a survey to gauge public opinion on the topic. In September, the Knoxville City Council approved a contract with Walker…… MORE
MEDIC is once again competing against Kentucky Blood Center in the 38th Orange and Blue Blood Drive. Day one totals are in and Kentucky has a slight lead over Medic. The event runs through the Friday and the center collecting the most products in five days will take the trophy. Donors will receive a special…… MORE
SEC Nation and Marty & McGee are coming to the University of Tennessee Saturday as the Vols face off against top-ranked Georgia. Both shows will air from Ayres Hall live. It’ll mark SEC Nation’s second appearance on UT campus this season, and 11th all-time. The last time the show came to Rocky Top was the…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Knoxville Police Department and its training academy are signing-on for a hefty exam next year. A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will examine all aspects of the Knoxville Police Department’s and KPD Training Academy’s policy and procedures, management, and operations next year.…… MORE
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Dolly Parton’s Stampede, when the dinner show is transformed into a holiday wonderland filled with the sights and sounds of Christmas. Known as “The Most Fun Place to Eat in the Smokies,” Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede takes guests on a lively yuletide adventure including a…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) She’s made it official. A Knoxville city councilwoman announces her candidacy Thursday, November 9 for Tennessee State House District 90. Currently in her second term on the Knoxville City Council, serving the 3rd District, Seema Singh is setting her sights on Representative Gloria Johnson’s seat in Nashville. Johnson is running against Marsha…… MORE
