Knoxville Police are searching for a man who assaulted multiple residents at an East Knoxville community.
The man, who goes by the name Snoop, assaulted a resident at Isabella Towers on April 3rd, and two others on April 11th,.
He is believed to be is around 6′3″ and between 170-190 pounds. We have his photo on our website, newstalk987.com
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165.
Morristown Police are investigating a deadly train crash.
Officials say a 32-year-old man was hit last night (Thursday) near the South Henry Street crossing.
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) UPDATE: Knoxville police identify the driver in a deadly motorcycle crash Wednesday in East Knoxville.
The crash happened in the 6400 block of Asheville Highway near Rich Road involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The man driving the motorcycle, 31-year-old Bradley Evans of Maryville, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Based on the preliminary investigation, Evans’ motorcycle was going east on Asheville Highway and the SUV was attempting to pull left into the westbound lanes of the roadway from Domino’s Pizza when the motorcycle struck the driver’s side of the SUV.
Speed is believed to be a contributing factor in the crash.
ORIGINAL STORY: Knoxville Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash in East Knoxville.
It happened Wednesday in the 6400 block of Asheville Highway near Rich Road involving a motorcycle and SUV. The man driving the motorcycle was pronounced dead at the scene.
Based on the preliminary investigation, the motorcycle was going east on Asheville Highway and the SUV was attempting to pull left into the westbound lanes of the Highway from Domino’s Pizza when the motorcycle struck the driver’s side of the SUV.
Speed is believed to be a contributing factor in the crash.
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) UPDATE: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating and has identified the suspect in Wednesday’s fatal officer-involved shooting in Fountain City.
Knoxville police responded to a disturbance in the 5300 Block of North Broadway at the Exxon gas station where investigators say 41-year-old William Charles McBride Jr. was “allegedly acting erratically and potentially aggressively.” McBride, who was armed with two knives, left the store and confronted an officer in the parking lot; that confrontation resulted in the officer firing at McBride, hitting him once.
McBride was taken to the hospital in critical condition, where he died from his injuries. The officer was placed on routine administrative leave.
UPDATE: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is handling the investigation into a fatal officer-involved shooting in Fountain City.
Knoxville Police responding to a disturbance in the 5300 Block of North Broadway at the Exxon gas station. Officers found a man, who was armed with two knifes, leaving the store and confronted an officer in the parking lot. Police say the man was “allegedly acting erratically and potentially aggressively.”
The confrontation resulted in the officer firing at the man, hitting him once. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition, where he died from his injuries.
No officers were injured. The officer was placed on routine administrative leave.
ORIGINAL STORY: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is handling the investigation into a fatal officer-involved shooting in Fountain City.
Knoxville Police responding to a disturbance in the 5300 Block of North Broadway at the Exxon gas station across from the Duck Pond. They found a man with a knife inside the store who came outside and that’s when shots were fired. There is no information in to what lead up to shots being fired.
No officers involved in the shooting sustained any injuries. The man shot was taken to the hospital where he died.
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The man convicted of second-degree murder in a woman’s overdose death at a Knox County motel has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison.
The Knox County District Attorney’s Office sharing that
52-year-old Wesley Allen Lacey was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in prison in the overdose death of a woman at a motel in Carter on April 2, 2022.
The DA’s office says the two-day trial included evidence of Lacey admitting to giving the woman the drugs, namely fentanyl, that killed her during an interview with a Knox County Sheriff’s Office detective.
“Fentanyl and it’s analogues have been the number one drug found in overdose deaths in our community since 2016,” said DA Charme Allen in the release Thursday. “Our work with the Drug Related Death Task Force aims to reduce the amount of fentanyl coming into Knox County in order to save lives.”
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) An herb sold at Trader Joe’s locations nationwide has been linked to a salmonella outbreak.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issuing a food safety alert Thursday for contaminated basil distributed by Infinite Herbs and sold at Trader Joe’s stores in Washington and 29 states, including Tennessee and Kentucky.
According to the CDC, there’s been 12 cases of illness and one hospitalization related to the basil.
The CDC also said that Trader Joe’s had pulled the contaminated product from shelves and the distributor, Infinite Herbs, is cooperating with the Food and Drug Administration to initiate a voluntary recall.
The CDC is recommending that people do not eat any of the contaminated basil.
East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers is asking for help to identify two suspects accused of stealing allergy medication.
The two entered a business on Town and Country Boulevard in Knoxville and reportedly stole over 29 boxes of allergy medicine from the pharmacy. They were seen leaving in a silver mini van.
We have their photos on our website newstalk987.com.
If you recognize either or both, please call Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165.
The National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with Catalyst Sports, Knox County, Kampgrounds of America Foundation, and Friends of the Smokies, is pleased to announce the expansion of adaptive ranger-led programs in 2024. Using assistive technology, the ranger-led programs are designed for visitors of all abilities and their families to learn about the natural and cultural history of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
“We strive to create equal and accessible experiences for visitors of all abilities in Great Smoky Mountains National Park,” said Superintendent Cassius Cash. “And we are thrilled to work with our partners to expand the adaptive programs and offer off-road wheelchairs.”
Expanding on the adaptive programs offered in Great Smoky Mountains National Park for the first time in 2023, this year’s lineup includes three opportunities for hiking, two for biking, one for kayaking and one overnight camping trip:
Register for the programs at https://www.catalystsports.org/great-smoky-mountain-adaptive-hike-bike? and find more information at Catalyst Sports, a non-profit organization that provides outdoor adventures for people with physical disabilities. Registration is required to ensure equipment and volunteers are available for the programs. Registered participants are welcome to bring their own adaptive equipment. Information about volunteering can be found below.
“These programs connect individuals with nature, promoting environmental awareness and stewardship. Expanding offerings and experiences will enhance inclusion for all,” said Eric Gray, CEO of Catalyst Sports.
Outside of the scheduled programs, four GRIT Freedom Chairs, a type of off-road wheelchair, will be available for visitors to check out and use on park trails evaluated for the equipment, like the Little River trails or Deep Creek trails.
The programs and GRIT Freedom Chairs were made possible through the generous support of Friends of the Smokies, Kampgrounds of America Foundation and National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF).
Serving as the philanthropic partner of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Friends of the Smokies raises money to support special park projects, including accessibility initiatives, education opportunities, historic preservation and wildlife management.
Would you like to volunteer for the adaptive programs?
The NPS is expanding opportunities for visitors of all abilities with the help of volunteers. Accessibility Awareness and Adaptive Equipment Training is required before volunteering with the adaptive programs. The NPS will offer volunteer training with Knox County and Catalyst Sports on Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sugarlands Visitor Center Training Room, near the Gatlinburg entrance to the park. This volunteer position requires moderate to high fitness levels.
To register to volunteer, contact Katherine Corrigan at [email protected].
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is asking Knoxville residents for help finding a lost dog’s owner.
The dog was found with a blue collar but no tags on I-75 South near Sharps Gap.
The dog was reportedly taken to Young Williams Animal Center.
Zoo Knoxville officials said they are accepting tree branches and limbs for donations for the animals.
Anyone can donate branches, twigs and tender shoots to help feed the elephants and giraffes.
Zoo officials emphasized that anything sprayed with chemicals or pesticides cannot be used.
Elephants and giraffes prefer certain types of limbs and branches from the following trees, according to zoo officials:
Anyone interested in donating must deliver to the zoo. Drop-offs can be arranged by calling (865) 637-5331 ext. 1280. Story courtesy of WVLT
Knoxville Police are searching for a man who assaulted multiple residents at an East Knoxville community. The man, who goes by the name Snoop, assaulted a resident at Isabella Towers on April 3rd, and two others on April 11th,. He is believed to be is around 6′3″ and between 170-190 pounds. We have his photo…… Continue Reading
Morristown Police are investigating a deadly train crash. Officials say a 32-year-old man was hit last night (Thursday) near the South Henry Street crossing.… Continue Reading
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) UPDATE: Knoxville police identify the driver in a deadly motorcycle crash Wednesday in East Knoxville. The crash happened in the 6400 block of Asheville Highway near Rich Road involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The man driving the motorcycle, 31-year-old Bradley Evans of Maryville, was pronounced dead at the scene. Based on…… Continue Reading
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) UPDATE: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating and has identified the suspect in Wednesday’s fatal officer-involved shooting in Fountain City. Knoxville police responded to a disturbance in the 5300 Block of North Broadway at the Exxon gas station where investigators say 41-year-old William Charles McBride Jr. was “allegedly acting erratically and…… Continue Reading
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The man convicted of second-degree murder in a woman’s overdose death at a Knox County motel has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison. The Knox County District Attorney’s Office sharing that52-year-old Wesley Allen Lacey was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in prison in the overdose death of a woman…… Continue Reading
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) An herb sold at Trader Joe’s locations nationwide has been linked to a salmonella outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issuing a food safety alert Thursday for contaminated basil distributed by Infinite Herbs and sold at Trader Joe’s stores in Washington and 29 states, including Tennessee and Kentucky. According…… Continue Reading
East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers is asking for help to identify two suspects accused of stealing allergy medication. The two entered a business on Town and Country Boulevard in Knoxville and reportedly stole over 29 boxes of allergy medicine from the pharmacy. They were seen leaving in a silver mini van. We have their photos…… Continue Reading
The National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with Catalyst Sports, Knox County, Kampgrounds of America Foundation, and Friends of the Smokies, is pleased to announce the expansion of adaptive ranger-led programs in 2024. Using assistive technology, the ranger-led programs are designed for visitors of all abilities and their families to learn about the natural and cultural history of…… Continue Reading
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is asking Knoxville residents for help finding a lost dog’s owner. The dog was found with a blue collar but no tags on I-75 South near Sharps Gap. The dog was reportedly taken to Young Williams Animal Center.… Continue Reading
Zoo Knoxville officials said they are accepting tree branches and limbs for donations for the animals. Anyone can donate branches, twigs and tender shoots to help feed the elephants and giraffes. Zoo officials emphasized that anything sprayed with chemicals or pesticides cannot be used. Elephants and giraffes prefer certain types of limbs and branches from…… Continue Reading
