The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is currently working with state and federal partners to determine the source of several hoax calls, placed to local law enforcement agencies, reporting an active shooter at several high schools in the state. At this time, none of these reports has proven credible and there is no known immediate threat…… MORE
Last month, Superintendent Dr. Jon Rysewyk announced his intent to form a Special Education Task Force to recommend improvements in special education services, interventions, and supports. Dr. Rysewyk is pleased to share that the following individuals have agreed to serve on the Special Education Task Force: The Special Education Task Force has been charged with…… MORE
The Morristown Police Department is asking for help regarding a fatal shooting at the Five Points Mobile Home Park. Police were called to Brights Pike Road Saturday morning and found 35-year-old Francisco Suarez on the ground suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. A second victim, 26-year-old Julio Torres, was found dead in his…… MORE
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced that Greenbrier Road, Porters Creek Trail, Brushy Mountain Trail, and campsites 31, 32, and 33 are now open to public use. Old Settlers Trail and Grapeyard Ridge Trail re-opened to public use earlier this month. Ramsey Cascades Road and Ramsey Cascades Trail will remain closed until the trail…… MORE
Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon presents her proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year in her State of the City address. The almost $433 million proposed budget does not include a property tax increase. A main focus for Kincannon’s proposed budget is the need for housing in the city. $7.5 million dollars will go toward affordable…… MORE
The largest expansion ever at Anakeesta is underway with a development designed to bring the whole family together. Sounds of construction erect some of the largest birdhouses you’ll ever find. This is Birdventure where you can play in the birdhouse or slide down the side. “This facility is really supposed to get our guests playing…… MORE
The Knoxville Police Department is partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley (BGCTNV) in an effort to support BGCTNV Club members in the Knoxville community before the start of the 2023-24 school year. On August 5, 2023, the KPD will host a special Bowling with a Cop event at Strike & Spare Fountain…… MORE
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is expected to convene a special session to pass legislation that will strengthen public safety and preserve constitutional rights. The call for the special session comes after the General Assembly adjourned for the year without considering the governor’s “Order of Protection” legislation or any other gun control bills introduced after the…… MORE
Knoxville Police are investigating an early morning accident which sends one person to the hospital in critical condition.
Police say two cars were involved in a crash on N. Northshor Drive at Woodburn Drive.
Investigators say a Scion XD tried to make a left turn from Woodburn onto Northshore and was struck by a Honda Accord north on Northshore.
The driver of the Scion was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries and is still listed in critical condition.
Northshore Drive reopened just before 9 a.m.
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Knoxville Police are investigating after a man is found dead inside a car in South Knoxville. 29-year-old Jonathon Battles was found yesterday afternoon in a car parked in the street in the 2400 block of Sam Houston Street. Police say there are no obvious signs of trauma but cause of death is undetermined and the…… MORE
