The history of Austin-East High School
During the mid-1960s, leaders worked to desegregate Knoxville's schools, especially East High School.Story continues
Celebrating civil rights activist Sarah Moore Greene
Sarah Moore Greene was the first African American school board member and NCAAP president in Knoxville.Story continues
Family of Lisa Edwards, who died after arrest, sues KPD officers and Fort Sanders...
The son of Lisa Edwards , the 60-year-old woman who collapsed in Knoxville police custody last year and later died, has...
DA: Man identified as a gang member with prior convictions now faces 35 years...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - A man with four prior convictions will face up to 35 years in prison after he was pulled over and officers...
Knox County Sheriff’s Office arrests South Doyle High School freshman for threats of violence
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Knox County Sheriff's Office announced Thursday that they had arrested a South Doyle High School freshman for threats of...
10 Places to Celebrate Black History Year-Round in Tennessee
Tennessee has 14 locations along the U.S. Civil Rights Trail. The state is home to famous writers, music legends, and talented photographers. Learn their...
Bill allowing off-road vehicles on Oliver Springs roads passes TN senate
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. ( WATE ) — A bill allowing ATVs to drive on certain roads in Oliver Springs every...
Beyond History: East Tennessee’s Black Experience in Knox County
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Black History Month is a time for people to honor and focus attention on African Americans who made contributions and sacrifices...
‘I’ve got the scars’: Starbucks manager wants accountability for the deputies who beat him
He won’t sit for journalists’ photos or videos. He won’t sue the sheriff’s deputies who inflicted injuries that might mark his face for life...
Former Living East Tennessee Host is Featured on the Drew Barrymore Show
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) - Now in St. Louis, Chelsea Haynes got her start right here in Knoxville with Living East Tennessee. Chelsea helped to...
