KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (story courtesy of WVLT) – Some ongoing street maintenance in Knoxville will cause some delays through the week. There’s projects planned on several roads. Specifically, city crews are working on milling and paving projects: Milling Schedule Paving Schedule Drivers can expect crews to use flags to move cars through the construction zones, but…… MORE
On Monday, July 7, 2025, at 5:50 AM, the Knoxville Fire Department responded to a reported house fire in the 2400 block of Larkwood Lane. Investigators from the Knoxville Fire Department determined that the fire had been intentionally set and was related to an ongoing domestic situation. Late yesterday evening, with assistance from the Knoxville…… MORE
WHEN: 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 WHERE: Tank Strickland Park, 4618 Asheville Highway, Knoxville BACKGROUND: Knox County Parks and Recreation, the Community Action Committee (CAC), and Knox County Public Library are proud to announce the return of a cherished statue to Tank Strickland Park in East Knoxville. A public unveiling ceremony will be held…… MORE
A Dollar Tree employee is facing his second sex crimes charge in less than a year. 31-year-old Collin Miller works at the store at the Town and Country Circle shopping center is facing charges with both incidents happening at the store while he was on the job. Police reports show Miller was charged with attempted…… MORE
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has released its second solicitation for Light Duty Zero Emission Vehicle Supply Equipment projects under the Fast Charge TN Network grant program. Funds are available for local power companies, for-profit or non-profit organizations, and government entities, including local governments or public institutions of higher education based…… MORE
KNOXVILLE – Motorists traveling on I-275 in Knox County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have a significant impact on traffic. Beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 11, I-275 will be closed in each direction as crews work to replace the bridge over Elm Street and Bernard Avenue. Motorists can bypass the…… MORE
UPDATE: The victim from this incident has been identified as Jackson Gervasio, 21 of Marquette, Michigan. KPD NEWS RELEASE: 21-year-old man dies after falling from crane A man died after falling from a crane at a construction site in the Fort Sanders area early Saturday morning. At around 2 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2025,…… MORE
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
A multi county police chase which started with a robbery suspect in Knox County and ends in Loudon County. The Loudon County Sheriff’s Office says the suspect was taken into custody early Sunday morning after firing shots following the chase on Highway 70. A suspect wanted on robbery charges led deputies with the Knox County…… MORE
A fire severely damages a home in Bean Station. The Bean Station Volunteer Fire Department says crews responded to a house fire in the area of Fairway Lane Saturday. Although firefighters were on the scene within minutes, officials say the home received severe damage. Several agencies responded and no injuries were reported.… MORE
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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!
The 12th Annual Big Kahuna Wing Festival (now Big Kahuna Labor Day Festival) returns to World’s Fair Park on Sunday, August 31st from 3pm to 9pm!
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.
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