New report seems to confirm suspicion about what kind of transfer quarterback the Tennessee...
It's no secret that the Tennessee Vols are looking to add a transfer quarterback to their roster this offseason. The big question is whether Tennessee will pursue one of the top quarterbacks in the transfer portal or if it will target a depth option to serve as competition next fall for rising ...
East Tennessee Law Enforcement Sees Spike in Scams
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Story courtesy of WVLT) – Several Sheriff’s Offices across East Tennessee are receiving increased reports of phone scams. Loudon County Sheriff’s Office reported people receiving calls from someone identifying himself as “Lt. Johnson,” who claims he is over a special jail program related to...
Scammers posing as sports team at West Town Mall defraud victim of $1,600
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Knoxville Police Department said that at least two people fell victim to a scam involving people posing as members of a sports team to collect donations at West Town Mall. A KPD statement released on Monday said officers been notified of at least two such incidents. with one victim...
‘A tool that hopefully will protect’ | Tennessee set to launch database for domestic...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A new law that goes into effect on Thursday, Jan. 1 is aiming to help protect people from domestic violence. Earlier this year, Governor Bill Lee signed “Savanna’s Law” to create a public registry of domestic violence offenders in Tennessee. It’s named after...
The history of the New Year’s Eve ball drop in NYC is rooted in...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — There are few more iconic experiences on New Year’s Eve than the crystal ball drop in New York City’s famed Times Square. The history of this tradition can be traced back to another “square." Around the corner from Knoxville’s Market Square, under the...
No injuries reported after tree falls through West Knoxville home with several people inside
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Five people were unharmed after a tree fell through a West Knoxville home on Sunday, breaking through the upstairs kids' playroom. Shelly Lewis, who owns the home on Nubbin Ridge Drive, said she was at work when the tree fell. Inside the house were her husband, two children and her in-laws, along...
Man Dies from Self-Inflicted Gunshot Amid Standoff in Loudon County, Tennessee
A tragic incident in Loudon County led to the death of a man after a standoff with law enforcement. The Loudon County Sheriff's Office reported that Connor Dehart died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound when deputies attempted to serve him with outstanding warrants, including charges for evading arrest, theft of...
Kingston Pike closed near Sequoyah Hills after tree falls on power lines
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Knoxville Utilities Board said both sides of Kingston Pike near Sequoyah Hills are closed after a tree fell on power lines. The closure is between Scenic Drive and Oakhurst Drive, according to KUB. Crews are on-site and working to restore service to customers in the...
DWTS finalist Elaine Hendrix spent the evening in Knoxville to raise money for local...
Oak Ridge native Elaine Hendrix was at Yee Haw Brewing Co. Friday night to assist Young Williams Animal Shelter with animal adoption.
Heroic Officer Saves Suicidal Woman From Fatal Leap, Dramatic Video
Heroic Officer Saves Suicidal Woman From Fatal Leap, Dramatic Video
