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Police Find Van but Suspect Remains “At-Large” after Lenoir City Shooting

Police Find Van but Suspect Remains “At-Large” after Lenoir City Shooting

Lenoir City, TN (WOKI) UPDATE: Police find the white van but not the suspect wanted in a shooting early Friday morning in Lenoir City. The Loudon County Sheriff’s Office says James Burch remains at-large and is considered armed and dangerous. Officials say Burch shot his wife, three times, at a home in the 22000 block…MORE

A Woman Convicted of Second Degree Murder Following a Three Day Trial

A Woman Convicted of Second Degree Murder Following a Three Day Trial

A Knoxville woman is convicted of a second degree murder charge after a woman she reportedly got into a fight with dies from a gunshot wound at the hospital. 21 year-old Kyeisha Dalton was found guilty of the crime after a three day trial. She was identified as a suspect in the shooting on Jourolman…MORE

Dolly Parton’s Stampede is Celebrating Christmas with a Special Dinner Show

Dolly Parton’s Stampede is Celebrating Christmas with a Special Dinner Show

 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 City Councilwoman Singh Officially Announces Run for State House, District 90

Knoxville City Councilwoman Singh Officially Announces Run for State House, District 90

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

Teen Facing Assault, Other Charges after Shooting Near Morristown West High School

Teen Facing Assault, Other Charges after Shooting Near Morristown West High School

Morristown, TN (WOKI) A 17-year-old is facing several charges after a shooting Tuesday on Sulphur Springs Road near Morristown-Hamblen High School West. Morristown Police Department officials say a 17-year-old boy was injured in the shooting which took place near an apartment complex across from the school. They say the suspect was found shortly after the…MORE

Knoxville Police Identify the Suspect Wanted on Felony Theft and Other Charges who Barricaded Himself Inside a North Knoxville Home

Knoxville Police Identify the Suspect Wanted on Felony Theft and Other Charges who Barricaded Himself Inside a North Knoxville Home

Updated story: Knoxville Police identify the suspect arrested after he barricaded himself inside a home in North Knoxville. 34 year-old Justin Hylton barricaded himself in the home East Walnut Grove Drive yesterday. He is wanted on felony theft and criminal simulation charges. A stolen vehicle and firearm were also recovered at the home with additional…MORE

A Record Largemouth Bass Caught in East Tennessee Waters

A Record Largemouth Bass Caught in East Tennessee Waters

A Spring City man is celebrating after reeling in an 11-pound largemouth bass on Watts Bar Reservoir. Randy Miller made the catch and reservoir biologist Mike Jolley says it’s the largest bass he’s had seen come out of Watts Bar. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency stocked the reservoir with Florida largemouth bass in 2015.MORE

Knoxville Police Department Announces ‘Safe Exchange Zone’ at Public Safety Complex

Knoxville Police Department Announces ‘Safe Exchange Zone’ at Public Safety Complex

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Knoxville Police Department has announced a “Safe Exchange Zone” at the city’s new Public Safety Complex. The “zone” includes two parking spaces right in front of the building at 1650 Huron Street. KPD officials say the area is well-lit and under 24-hour video surveillance. The idea behind the “zone” is to…MORE

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