MEDIC asking for blood donations as supply is ‘critically low’
MEDIC said they have a 3-day supply of O Negative blood and a 5-day supply of O Positive blood on their shelves.
Community members, advocates support Peery’s Mill Dam removal efforts
The calm surface of the Little River flows through Peery's Mill Dam, and does nothing to betray the deadly underwater vortex, beneath it. Now, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is planning to take it down.
Dr. James Dale Named Innovator of the Year for Pioneering Strep Vaccine Research
Dr. James Dale, professor emeritus at the University of Tennessee, has been recognized for his decades-long work developing a vaccine against Group A streptococcus, the bacteria that causes rheumatic heart disease and claims nearly half a million lives each year. In honor of his efforts, the UT Research Foundation...
Driver charged after Knoxville officers find guns, drugs and crossbow in car, KPD says
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Knoxville Police Department said a traffic stop by an officer led to the arrest of a 34-year-old man on multiple weapons and drug charges Tuesday night. Officers stopped the vehicle on Martin Luther King Avenue and Ben Hur Avenue in East Knoxville around 10:00 p.m....
Knoxville murders hit 10-year low. See what’s behind the drop in crime
Murders in Knoxville have hit the lowest level in a decade. The Knoxville Police Department's annual violent crime report shows there were 17 murders in 2025. That's down 26% from the previous year and a 37% decrease from the city's 10-year average, according to Knoxville and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation data....
Jacksonville man sentenced to 30 years for crossing state lines to abuse minor
A Jacksonville man was sentenced Wednesday to 30 years in federal prison in Knoxville, Tenn., for traveling across state lines to have sex with a minor, officials said.
Olive Garden Oak Ridge: Discover Authentic Italian Cuisine
Olive Garden Oak Ridge offers a taste of Italy in Tennessee. This renowned restaurant serves delicious Italian cuisine, perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Nestled in the heart of Oak Ridge, Olive Garden is a culinary gem. Known for its warm, inviting atmosphere, it’s a favorite spot for both locals and...
Tennessee children lack health insurance despite available coverage options, report says
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Thousands of children across Tennessee are without health insurance even though coverage options are available, according to a new state report. The 2025 State of the Child Report shows more than 6% of kids across the state didn’t have insurance in 2024. Two-thirds of those...
‘Long-term thriving’ KCDC hires new director of philanthropy to help community
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Knoxville Community Development Corporation (KCDC) hired a director of philanthropy to lead the Family Investment Foundation, which seeks to help improve conditions in the community. Daniel Watson, the new director of philanthropy, has almost two decades of experience fighting housing...
Nonprofit encourages people to foster children, adults with disabilities
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A nonprofit serving children and adults with disabilities is putting out a call for foster parents. Evergreen Life Services provides services for individuals and adults with disabilities. Advocates say being a foster parent provides stability, belonging, and changes lives permanently. In Tennessee...
