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FORMER POLICE OFFICER INDICTED, ACCUSED OF OFFICIAL MISCONDUCT
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FORMER POLICE OFFICER INDICTED, ACCUSED OF OFFICIAL MISCONDUCT

Johnson City, TN (WOKI) An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a now-former Johnson City officer. In June 2024, at the request of 1st Judicial District Attorney General Steve Finney, TBI agents began investigating allegations of misconduct involving Connor Cooper. Michael Dunavant was appointed by…MORE

KCDC Looking for Other Funding Options After ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Cuts Grant Meant for East Knoxville Improvements
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KCDC Looking for Other Funding Options After ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Cuts Grant Meant for East Knoxville Improvements

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Story courtesy of WVLT) – The City of Knoxville and the Knoxville Community Development Corporation will now look for other ways to fund an East Knoxville project after losing the money with the “Big, Beautiful Bill” passing in Washington, D.C. “Obviously it’s disappointing,” CEO of KCDC Ben Bentley said. The $42.7 million project…MORE

TBI is Investigating an Officer-Involved Shooting in South Knox County

TBI is Investigating an Officer-Involved Shooting in South Knox County

UPDATE: Knox County, TN – At the request of 6th Judicial District Attorney General Charme Allen, TBI agents are investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday morning in Knox County. Just after 9:00 a.m., deputies with the Knox County Sheriff’s Office were attempting to serve an arrest warrant on a male…MORE

Tennessee Highway Patrol is Investigating a Fatal Crash on Highway 411

Tennessee Highway Patrol is Investigating a Fatal Crash on Highway 411

Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash which shut down Highway 411 in Blount County. According to TDOT, a multi-vehicle crash happened yesterday (Tuesday) afternoon on 411 near Brick Mill Road. Details are limited but officials with THP confirms that at least one person died in the crash. The roadway was completely shut down…MORE

ROCKWOOD MAN FACES FIRST-DEGREE MURDER CHARGE IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY SHOOTING
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ROCKWOOD MAN FACES FIRST-DEGREE MURDER CHARGE IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY SHOOTING

CUMBERLAND COUNTY – A joint investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in an arrest. At the request of 13th Judicial District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway, TBI special agents began investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night in the 200 block of George Anna Drive in…MORE

Knoxville Man Arrested, Accused of Trying to Break into Ex-Girlfriend’s Apartment

Knoxville Man Arrested, Accused of Trying to Break into Ex-Girlfriend’s Apartment

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A Knoxville man is facing several charges after police say he attempted to break into his ex-girlfriend’s apartment Wednesday afternoon. Knoxville Police Department officials say officers responded around 3:15 p.m. to an apartment complex on Mansion Avenue after receiving a call that an armed man was trying to break into one of…MORE

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Fanboy Expo July 11th-13th- Knoxville Convention Center

Fanboy Expo July 11th-13th- Knoxville Convention Center

Don’t miss Tennessee’s Largest Pop Culture Event, Fanboy Expo on July 11th-13th, 2025 at the Knoxville Convention Center. Come see why over 30,000 fans have attended our Summer events featuring Celebrity Guests, Comic Industry Pros, Cosplay, Vendors, Live Entertainment and much more!

Painting with a Purpose! (with McLain’s Painting Service)

Painting with a Purpose! (with McLain’s Painting Service)

Update: Congratulations to Childhelp Tennessee (Knoxville Services)! They have won a fresh coat of paint up $10,000 from Sherman Williams and McLain’s Painting! Thanks to all those who nominated their favorite Non-profits as yet again it was an extremely tough decision with many great candidates! Painting of the Childhelp Knoxville location will take place on July 19th by McLain’s Painting.