Event workers report pay issues following Savannah Bananas game in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) — Some event workers said they are experiencing pay issues after working the Savannah Bananas game in Knoxville over Memorial Day weekend. Workers said they found the jobs through Instawork, an app where people can pick up shifts in event staffing and hospitality. Several workers reported proble
Community supports Knoxville baker after tire crashes through window
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Courtney Thomas was in the kitchen of her bakery on May 18 when she heard what sounded like an explosion. She had been watching a crime show while washing the dishes. She walked over to adjust the volume on her phone when glass flew into the kitchen, right where she’d been standing […]
Surprising New Development After Knox County Schools Adds ‘Roots’ to Banned Book List
Just days after Alex Haley’s “Roots” was swept into Tennessee’s growing book ban, his historic work has been restored to school library shelves in Knox County following ongoing public backlash. Suggested Reading. The district reversed course after lawmakers put “Roots” on a restricted list under Tennessee’s...
From federal inmate to federal officer: How Josh Smith turned his life around
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Plainly put, Josh Smith could be enjoying life with his family on a faraway beach anywhere in the world. Instead, the 51-year-old former felon spends his days on the road visiting a record number of federal prisons and working on reforms within the largest prison system in the world.
Fondue restaurant closing Knoxville location after more than three decades
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A fondue restaurant is closing in Knoxville after more than three decades in business. The Melting Pot said in a social media post that it its location on N. Central Street has closed as of Tuesday as it looks for a transition to new ownership. “We...
Steamy Knoxville Braces As Lunchtime Storms Crash The Commute
Knoxville is starting Wednesday, May 27, 2026, on the sticky side, with cloudy skies, temperatures around 70°F, and a dew point close to 70°F, making it feel pretty soupy out the door. Spotty showers are possible before midday, but the main action arrives late morning into the early afternoon. Highs should top out near
‘It’s happened again’ Ijams Nature Center boardwalk closed after tree falls in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Ijams River Boardwalk Trail in Knoxville is closed after a tree fell on it Tuesday night, around a month after damage from another fallen tree forced a closure. “Well, Ijams fam, it’s happened again,” the Ijams Nature Center said. It expects the boardwalk to remain closed for “a while” due
Two men charged after trying to fraudulently buy Tesla from Knoxville dealership: KPD
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Two Virginia men are facing charges after they allegedly tried to fraudulently buy a Tesla in Knoxville. According to the Knoxville Police Department, detectives learned a person was trying to buy a Tesla Model S online from the dealership on Montvue Road. During the investigation, KPD...
Is Tennessee among the best places to raise a family? How major cities rank,...
Due to the cost of living, lack of state income tax , a strong job market , and diverse lifestyle options from city to city, many view Tennessee as an appealing place to live. However, according to a recent study, it isn’t the best place to raise a family. WalletHub's new study, " Best & Worst Places to Raise a Family
Auburn head coach and former Vols offensive coordinator Alex Golesh clarifies his viral comments...
Auburn Tigers head coach and former Tennessee Volunteers offensive coordinator Alex Golesh says he doesn't think of the system he runs as a "veer-n-shoot" offensive system.

















