Knoxville approves new greenway connecting Fort Sanders and Tyson Park
On Oct. 14, the Knoxville City Council approved a new greenway connecting the Fort Sanders and Tyson Park neighborhoods. The new greenway will extend from Clinch Avenue to Tyson Park’s Third Creek greenway. The greenway comes after the 2015 City Bicycle Facilities Plan, identifying it as the city’s second...
‘There is no plan B’: Funding for utility assistance program could run out if shutdown...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — 36 days into the government shutdown, programs that rely on federal funding are left questioning how to continue helping those they serve. LIHEAP, or the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, may not be able to continue, according to the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action...
Knoxville barbershop offering free haircuts for veterans, active service members
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Knoxville’s Gambuzza’s Barber Shop locations will offer free haircuts for veterans and active service members Tuesday in honor of Veterans Day. Gambuzza’s has two Knoxville locations: one at 304 S. Northshore Dr. and one at 1543 Downtown West Blvd. While walk-ins are welcome, the business...
First responders ask drivers to follow ‘move over law’ on some of the busiest...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — If you drive through Knoxville traffic, you might not be surprised by this: four of the five busiest stretches of roadway in Tennessee are all different parts of Interstate 40 in Knox County, according to data from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). Because the highway...
10Weather Impact Recap (11/5): Hurricane Melissa’s Fury
10Weather Impact Recap episode for the week of Nov. 5, 2025.
Knoxville chef humble, excited after national honors pour in
Joseph Lenn has owned J.C. Holdway near Market Square for nearly a decade, and was honored by the New York Times and Michelin Guide this year.
Knoxville’s ‘Christmas In The City’ schedule released
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The City of Knoxville has released the schedule for its annual Christmas In The City events. “The City of Knoxville is continuing its tradition of six weeks of family-friendly, free fun,” the city said. The event series includes Scruffy City staples like the annual WIVK...
122,000 pounds of food distributed in 2025 by Knox Pride community-supported pantry
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — As some East Tennessee families continue adjusting to changes in SNAP benefits, organizers at Knox Pride said the community is stepping up to ensure neighbors don’t face food insecurity alone. The Knox Pride Community Resource Center has grown into one of the city’s largest food...
Intense Debate: Ruby Whitehorn’s Mother Reaches Breaking Point as Second Arrest Rattles Lady Vols...
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on Ruby Whitehorn’s Mother Has Had Enough After Second Arrest Shakes Lady Vols Community.
Knoxville community rallies to prevent winter shutoffs amid federal funding crisis
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Thousands of East Tennessee residents are facing uncertainty as funding for critical assistance programs remains frozen due to the ongoing government shutdown. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), a vital resource for those struggling with utility bills, is currently...

















