A plane which took off from Downtown Island Home Airport crashes in Giles County, killing a Knoxville woman and her Dad who were the only ones on-board the single-engine airplane. Jenny and James Blalock were killed when their plane went down near Pulaski near the Marshall County line. The Federal Aviation Administration says contact was…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A Knoxville nurse’s death in September is now being investigated as a homicide. Knoxville Police Department officials say detectives were notified Wednesday, December 6 by the Knox County Regional Forensic Center that the death of 61 year-old Janice Allison of Knoxville had been classified as a homicide. Police report that on September…… MORE
Knox County Sheriff’s Office Fire Investigators say the fatal fire on Tyler Jacobs Way in the Forest Ridge Apartment Community was intentionally started. Crews were called to the scene on November 15th and investigators have determined the suspect and victim are the same, 37 year-old Michael Pelletier so no charges will be filed in the…… MORE
MEDIC Regional Blood Center is celebrating the Holiday Season as Blood Product Demand Increases. Right now, medic has a critical need for O negative donors who will receive a $15 e-gift card if they donate before December 15th. Other promotions in December include Ober Passes from the 18th – 23rd, while supplies last and that…… MORE
University of Tennessee defensive lineman James Pearce Jr. is detained by Knoxville police after a traffic stop at Western Avenue and 11th Street. It happened yesterday (Monday), Pearce was pulled over for expired tags and speeding, going 63 mph in a 35 mph zone. He also could not present any form of ID or insurance.…… MORE
Loudon County, TN (WOKI) The Loudon County Sheriff’s Office, investigating a stabbing Saturday, December 2 has made an arrest in the case. Late Saturday night LCSO was searching for a stabbing suspect after a person was stabbed in the 100 block of Comer Private Way. The suspect, identified as Dominic Comer, ran from the scene…… MORE
A road closed in Sevier County following a standoff involving a SWAT team has re-opened and three suspects are arrested and charged with multiple offenses. Arrest warrants were issued by the Sevierville Police and Ridge Road was closed in order to serve a warrant. The SWAT situation lasted nearly five hours. Bobbie Gibson, Amber Huggins…… MORE
An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) squad, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, and the McMinnville Police Department has resulted in the arrest of a man charged with the sexual exploitation of a minor. ICAC agents received a cybertip via the National Center for Missing and…… MORE
A woman whose remains were found in 1987 in Roane County has been identified as a result of a partnership between the Roane County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Unidentified Human Remains DNA Initiative. On August 29, 1987, a body was discovered by a passer-by beside a garbage dumpster in the 2600…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Knoxville Ice Bears have a new coach. Andrew Harrison has been named the new head of the hockey team after serving as interim coach; he joined the Ice Bears last season as an assistant coach under Brent Clarke. Clarke resigned after the worst start to a season in the organization’s 22-year…… MORE
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Congrats to Kent Hatfield! He won a two night stay for four people at Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, plus tickets to the ICE! exhibit and other attractions that Gaylord has to offer. Each qualifier will also won a $25 gift pack from Uncle Butch’s Fudge and a free car pass to the Muddy Creek Christmas Lights at Loco Drive Inn.
Beginning on Monday, Dec. 4th through Tuesday, Dec. 19th it’s NewsTalk 98.7’s 12 Days of Textmas! Just listen to The Phil Show for the “Holiday Keyword” to text to 865-656-8255 by 5pm each day. One winner will be selected for each day and you could win great prizes!
Each holiday season with the help of compassionate donors, YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley is able to provide gifts for all our clients. Join us in spreading joy by donating towards our holiday gift drive.
Get ready to usher in the holiday season with the enchanting Christmas Extravaganza at the Loco Drive in Movie theater, presented by Muddy Creek Christmas.This spectacular event promises to be an unforgettable evening of fun, lights, movies, and giving back to the community.
The Best Thing About Christmas (Musical) is coming to the Bijou Theatre for two nights this December! Don’t miss this spectacular production Dec. 19th and 20th!