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Maryville Man Convicted in FBI Murder Plot Sentenced to Life in Prison

Maryville Man Convicted in FBI Murder Plot Sentenced to Life in Prison

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Maryville man convicted of plotting to murder Knoxville FBI employees after the January 2021 Capitol riots, has been sentenced to life in prison. Edward Kelley was at the Capitol on January 6, 2021 and was later found guilty of destroying government property and impeding police officers. He was also found guilty…MORE

An Investigation is Underway in North Knoxville Following a House Fire
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An Investigation is Underway in North Knoxville Following a House Fire

At 3:49pm Wednesday, the neighbors of 5201 Camelia Dr called 911 to report that the house was on fire. When Knox County Communications dispatched the KFD units, they reported that fire was coming out of the front window.  Crews arrived within minutes and saw heavy smoke and flames coming from the front of the home.…MORE

Morgan County DA: Head-On Crash with Nursing Home Van Kills Two

Morgan County DA: Head-On Crash with Nursing Home Van Kills Two

Morgan County, TN (WOKI) Two people are dead following a head-on collision between a nursing home van and a car Wednesday morning in Morgan County. District Attorney General Russell Johnson says the crash happened on Knoxville Highway, between Oliver Springs and Coalfield and that the two people killed included the resident who was being transported.…MORE

TENNESSEE HIGHWAY SAFETY OFFICE PROMOTES “SAFE ON SEVENTY” CAMPAIGN
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TENNESSEE HIGHWAY SAFETY OFFICE PROMOTES “SAFE ON SEVENTY” CAMPAIGN

TENNESSEE – During Independence Day weekend, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO), a division of the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, will join Tennessee Highway Patrol and local law enforcement for “Safe on Seventy,” a campaign to increase traffic enforcement across U.S. Highway 70 statewide. U.S. Highway 70 stretches from West to East Tennessee…MORE

Former Townsend City Manager   Pleads Guilty to Misusing City Funds.

Former Townsend City Manager Pleads Guilty to Misusing City Funds.

Townsend, TN (WOKI) The former City Manager of Townsend pleads guilty to misusing city funds. The State says Danny Williamson misappropriated nearly $4,000 in city funds to buy things for himself. The investigation started after city officials reported questionable purchases. Investigators found Williamson used city credit cards to buy clothes, home goods and other things…MORE

Fourth of July is This Week and Firework Safety is a Concern and Where Can you Sell and Set Off Fireworks in East Tennessee

Fourth of July is This Week and Firework Safety is a Concern and Where Can you Sell and Set Off Fireworks in East Tennessee

KNOXVILLE, TN (story courtesy of WVLT) – Fourth of July is almost here! Families gather for good food, celebrate freedom and of course, there’s fireworks! Americans used more than 295 million pounds of consumer fireworks last year, according to the American Pyrotechnics Association. More than 27 million pounds of display fireworks were also used. Before…MORE

Clinton Police, DCS Investigating Daycare after Child Injured, CPD Says

Clinton Police, DCS Investigating Daycare after Child Injured, CPD Says

Clinton, TN (WOKI) Police in Clinton and the Department of Children’s Services are investigating after a child is injured at a daycare facility. While information is limited, officials with the Clinton Police Department confirming Friday that “officers are currently conducting a parallel investigation with DCS” of an incident at the Kiddie Korner Daycare at 98…MORE

The Search for a New City Manager for Pigeon Forge Appears to be Over as Officials are Expected to Announce Their Choice

The Search for a New City Manager for Pigeon Forge Appears to be Over as Officials are Expected to Announce Their Choice

Pigeon Forge, TN (story courtesy of WVLT) Breaking Update: David Wear will be offered the position of Pigeon Forge city manager, city commissioners announced Friday. Previous Story: The search for Pigeon Forge’s new city manager is well underway, with candidate interviews planned for the end of this month. WVLT News has obtained background information on…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.