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Traffic congestion on Interstate 40 with emergency vehicles present

Traffic Disruptions in Knoxville and Sevier County Due to Crashes

Knoxville, September 18, 2025 News Summary Knoxville and Sevier County faced serious traffic disruptions on Interstate 40 following two multi-vehicle crashes. The Knoxville incident occurred at 7:15 p.m. and led to...

University of Tennessee Knoxville campus with a focus on education and values.

UTK Places Faculty Member on Leave Over Controversial Comments

Knoxville TN, September 17, 2025 News Summary The University of Tennessee Knoxville has placed a faculty member on administrative leave after endorsing violence related to the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The...

Workers at a zinc mining operation in East Tennessee

Concerns Rise Over Safety in Knoxville’s Zinc Mining Operations

Knoxville, Tennessee, September 16, 2025 News Summary The tragic death of miner Alan Whitaker during a roof collapse at Young Mine has prompted scrutiny of safety protocols in East Tennessee’s zinc...

Knoxville Police conducting a drone operation for public safety

Knoxville Police Department Demonstrates Drone Technology for Public Safety

Knoxville TN, September 15, 2025 News Summary The Knoxville Police Department showcased a Drone as First Responder (DFR) demonstration to enhance public safety and evaluate drone technology in police operations. The...

Police action against gang members in Knoxville

Knoxville Gang Members Sentenced for Drug Trafficking

Knoxville TN, September 14, 2025 News Summary Two gang members from Knoxville have been sentenced to a combined total of over 90 years in prison for their roles in drug trafficking...

Participants of the Knoxville 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Knoxville Holds 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Smokies Stadium

Knoxville, Tennessee, September 13, 2025 News Summary East Tennessee commemorated the heroes of September 11 with a Memorial Stair Climb at Smokies Stadium. Participants honored fallen first responders by climbing the...

Police investigating an apartment in Knoxville

Knoxville Man Charged with First-Degree Murder of Infant Son

Knoxville TN, September 13, 2025 News Summary An 18-year-old man in Knoxville has been charged with first-degree murder following the tragic death of his 3-month-old son. Adrien Dokes was arrested after...

Courtroom scene during Zachary Hayes' hearing

Man Charged with Homicide After Fatal Stabbing Incident

Knoxville TN, September 12, 2025 News Summary A 27-year-old man, Zachary Justin Hayes, is facing multiple charges, including criminal homicide, after the fatal stabbing of his mother, Kimberly Hayes, and her...

A view of the Gay Street Bridge with pedestrians and cyclists crossing.

Gay Street Bridge to Reopen for Pedestrians and Bicyclists

Knoxville TN, September 12, 2025 News Summary The historic Gay Street Bridge in Knoxville, which has been closed since June 2024 for structural repairs, is set to reopen by December 31,...

BUSINESS

Actors auditioning for casting calls in Knoxville Tennessee

Casting Calls Abound for Actors in Knoxville, Tennessee

Knoxville, Tennessee, September 18, 2025 News Summary Knoxville, Tennessee is alive with casting calls for multiple film and television projects, offering aspiring actors a chance to display their talents. Local opportunities...

Community members enjoying soup at the Knoxville SOUP dinner

Knoxville SOUP Dinner Set to Support Local Projects

Knoxville, September 18, 2025 News Summary The Knoxville SOUP dinner, a micro-granting event, will return, providing funding for local initiatives. Scheduled for September 23, attendees can enjoy soup, vote on project...

Artwork representing Beauford Delaney's style at the exhibition

Knoxville Hosts Exhibition Celebrating Beauford Delaney

Knoxville TN, September 17, 2025 News Summary The University of Tennessee’s Hodges Library has launched ‘Beauford Delaney: Light Beyond the Canvas,’ showcasing the life and works of the celebrated artist born...

Audience enjoying a concert by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra at Tennessee Theatre

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Launches 90th Season with New Works

Knoxville TN, September 17, 2025 News Summary The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra (KSO) is set to debut its 90th season with a concert featuring a world premiere and Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No....

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra performing on stage with an audience enjoying the concert

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Launches 90th Season with World Premiere

Knoxville TN, September 17, 2025 News Summary The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra (KSO) will kick off its 90th season with the world premiere of composer Jennifer Higdon’s ‘XC Blast’. This inaugural performance,...

Monster trucks performing live in an arena

Knoxville to Host Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live

Knoxville TN, September 17, 2025 News Summary Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is making a thrilling return to Knoxville at the Food City Center, featuring iconic trucks like Bigfoot and the...

Volunteers participating in East Knoxville Community Cleanup

Knoxville Hosts Annual East Knoxville Community Cleanup

Knoxville TN, September 17, 2025 News Summary Keep Knoxville Beautiful is organizing the East Knoxville Community Cleanup on September 27, gathering around 400 volunteers to clean up litter across 22 square...

Crowd enjoying the Third Thursday Celebration of the Arts in Maryville

Maryville Prepares for Third Thursday Celebration of the Arts

Maryville, TN, September 14, 2025 News Summary Maryville is excited for the upcoming Third Thursday Celebration of the Arts on September 18. The event will feature 15 artist locations showcasing local...

The Gay Street Bridge in Knoxville, Tennessee, highlighting its architectural structure.

Knoxville Proposes $1 Million Grant for Gay Street Bridge Replacement

Knoxville TN, September 14, 2025 News Summary Knoxville is advancing plans to potentially replace the aging Gay Street Bridge by applying for a $1 million grant from the Federal Highway Administration....

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CRIME

Knoxville Police conducting a drone operation for public safety

Knoxville Police Department Demonstrates Drone Technology for Public Safety

Knoxville TN, September 15, 2025 News Summary The Knoxville Police Department showcased a Drone as First Responder (DFR) demonstration to enhance public safety and evaluate drone technology in police operations. The...

Police action against gang members in Knoxville

Knoxville Gang Members Sentenced for Drug Trafficking

Knoxville TN, September 14, 2025 News Summary Two gang members from Knoxville have been sentenced to a combined total of over 90 years in prison for their roles in drug trafficking...

Police investigating an apartment in Knoxville

Knoxville Man Charged with First-Degree Murder of Infant Son

Knoxville TN, September 13, 2025 News Summary An 18-year-old man in Knoxville has been charged with first-degree murder following the tragic death of his 3-month-old son. Adrien Dokes was arrested after...

Courtroom scene during Zachary Hayes' hearing

Man Charged with Homicide After Fatal Stabbing Incident

Knoxville TN, September 12, 2025 News Summary A 27-year-old man, Zachary Justin Hayes, is facing multiple charges, including criminal homicide, after the fatal stabbing of his mother, Kimberly Hayes, and her...

Police officer speaking with community members about crime prevention.

Knoxville Police Seek Help to Locate Wanted Individuals

Knoxville TN, September 11, 2025 News Summary The Knoxville Police Department is actively seeking public assistance in locating two wanted individuals: Virgil Cecil, wanted for felony burglary and theft, and Samuel...

Police officer conducting an arrest in Knoxville

Knoxville Officer Injured During Arrest of Suspect

Knoxville, September 9, 2025 News Summary A Knoxville police officer suffered minor injuries while arresting Julius Darden, a man with an outstanding felony warrant. The incident escalated under the Broadway Viaduct...

Courtroom scene discussing child protection efforts

Knoxville Man Sentenced to 70 Months for Child Pornography

Knoxville, August 14, 2025 News Summary Nathan Hart, a 24-year-old from Knoxville, has been sentenced to 70 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to child pornography charges. His sentencing also...

Scene of a drag racing incident with emergency vehicles responding.

Knoxville Woman Found Guilty in Fatal Drag Racing Incident

Knoxville TN, August 14, 2025 News Summary Trinity Clark, 24, was convicted on 14 charges, including vehicular homicide, after a drag racing crash in Knoxville resulted in the death of 65-year-old...

A woman looking distressed amidst wedding planning materials

Knoxville Woman Accused of Scamming Brides and New Mothers

News Summary Alaysia Barton Cooper, a woman from Knoxville, is facing serious allegations of scamming multiple brides and new mothers out of thousands by posing as a doula and wedding...

POLITICS

Traffic congestion on Interstate 40 with emergency vehicles present

Traffic Disruptions in Knoxville and Sevier County Due to Crashes

Knoxville, September 18, 2025 News Summary Knoxville and Sevier County faced serious traffic disruptions on Interstate 40 following two multi-vehicle crashes. The Knoxville incident occurred at 7:15 p.m. and led to...

University of Tennessee Knoxville campus with a focus on education and values.

UTK Places Faculty Member on Leave Over Controversial Comments

Knoxville TN, September 17, 2025 News Summary The University of Tennessee Knoxville has placed a faculty member on administrative leave after endorsing violence related to the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The...

A view of the Gay Street Bridge with pedestrians and cyclists crossing.

Gay Street Bridge to Reopen for Pedestrians and Bicyclists

Knoxville TN, September 12, 2025 News Summary The historic Gay Street Bridge in Knoxville, which has been closed since June 2024 for structural repairs, is set to reopen by December 31,...

Community meeting addressing homelessness issues in Knoxville

Knoxville Faces Growing Homelessness Crisis Due to Housing Shortages

Knoxville TN, September 9, 2025 News Summary Knoxville is grappling with a significant homelessness crisis, driven primarily by housing shortages. Local experts indicate that misconceptions surrounding mental illness and substance misuse...

Diverse group of students collaborating at university campus.

UT Knoxville Faces Scrutiny Over Diversity Practices

Knoxville TN, August 14, 2025 News Summary The University of Tennessee at Knoxville is under investigation for alleged non-compliance with federal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) standards, spurred by concerns raised...

Courtroom scene discussing child protection efforts

Knoxville Man Sentenced to 70 Months for Child Pornography

Knoxville, August 14, 2025 News Summary Nathan Hart, a 24-year-old from Knoxville, has been sentenced to 70 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to child pornography charges. His sentencing also...

Candidates running for the Knoxville City Council seat in discussion

Candidates Compete for Knoxville’s 6th District City Council Seat

Knoxville TN, August 11, 2025 News Summary Five candidates are vying for the 6th District City Council seat in Knoxville following the departure of Councilwoman Gwen McKenzie. They include Charles Frazier,...

Police cars in Knoxville at night, highlighting law enforcement response to crime.

Knoxville Man Convicted of Attempted Murder and Robbery

News Summary Jevess Deron Craigmire has been found guilty of attempted first-degree murder and related charges after a violent incident in Knoxville. The 28-year-old man faces a minimum of 31...

Group of women discussing their wedding experiences

Scamming Allegations Against Knoxville Doula and Makeup Artist

News Summary Alaysia Barton Cooper, a Knoxville-based doula and wedding makeup artist, faces allegations from multiple women in Tennessee and North Carolina claiming they were scammed out of thousands of...

SPORTS

Monster trucks performing live in an arena

Knoxville to Host Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live

Knoxville TN, September 17, 2025 News Summary Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is making a thrilling return to Knoxville at the Food City Center, featuring iconic trucks like Bigfoot and the...

Community gathering at a baseball field for a lecture on local baseball

Knoxville Hosts Lecture on Local Baseball’s Community Impact

Knoxville TN, August 14, 2025 News Summary The East Tennessee History Center will host a Brown Bag Lecture Series discussing the role of local baseball in community building. Dr. Amber Roessner...

Families enjoying a summer festival in Knoxville with food trucks and live music.

Summer Events Brighten Knoxville’s Week

News Summary This week, Knoxville is bustling with summer events that cater to both locals and visitors. From trivia nights and roller derby to stargazing and a unique lightning bug...

United Airlines Boeing 737 preparing for flight with Tennessee Volunteers supporters.

United Airlines Expands Travel Options for Tennessee Fans

News Summary United Airlines is enhancing travel options for Tennessee Volunteers fans by adding new direct flights specifically for key football games this season. Flights connecting Knoxville to Birmingham will...

Cyclists traveling the scenic route to the Bonnaroo music festival.

Cyclists Journey 150 Miles to Bonnaroo Music Festival

News Summary As the Bonnaroo music festival approaches, dedicated cyclists embark on a 150-mile journey from Knoxville to Manchester. This three-day adventure, filled with challenging terrains and scenic views, marks...

Vibrant scene from Knoxville's festivals and community events

Knoxville’s Upcoming Week Features Festivals and Events

News Summary This week, Knoxville is alive with events including a soccer game, a tribute concert, and the Knoxville Cheese Festival. The Mardi Growl Parade kicks off the festive season,...

WWE SmackDown event at Food City Center in Knoxville

WWE SmackDown Returns to Knoxville with High Drama

News Summary WWE star Bianca Belair thrilled her hometown crowd during WWE SmackDown in Knoxville. Amidst celebrations, a heated confrontation with Naomi brought unexpected tension. The night also featured a...

High school teams competing in softball playoffs

Tennessee High School Softball Playoffs and NCAA Tournament Begin

News Summary The Tennessee high school softball playoffs are set to kick off with region tournaments on May 12, leading to championships on May 14. Additionally, Knoxville will host the...

Stagehands setting up in the Tennessee Theatre

Behind the Scenes at Tennessee Theatre: The IATSE Impact

News Summary The Tennessee Theatre in Knoxville has become a vital cultural hub since 1928, powered by dedicated union stagehands from IATSE Local 197. These skilled professionals work tirelessly behind...

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