Tennessee officials have proposed new actions and legislation aimed to increase school safety in public and private schools, Governor Bill Lee announced on Monday. Lee announced that the legislation would include funding to place an armed security guard at every Tennessee public school and provide more mental health resources for Tennesseans. “There is nothing more…… MORE
The Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency says the body of a missing kayaker has been found. In the sixth boating fatality this year, 31 year-old Benjamin Thomen’s body was found yesterday. He was reported missing Saturday while camping with three others on one of the islands at Dale Hollow Resevior. He was last seen when he…… MORE
The investigation continues after an active shooter suspect at a body shop is taken into custody in Roane County. Roane County Sheriff Jack Stockton, says four people, including the alleged shooter, were shot at Midtown Auto Body on Roane State Highway. Two women, one man were reportedly shot by the suspect, identified as Brian Wilson,…… MORE
Officials with the Knoxville Fire Department are investigating two early morning fires. Crews were first called to Beaumont Avenue and McSpadden Street area for a church fire. Due to heavy fire and rapidly changing conditions, the crew was forced outside to fight that fire. The building is a total loss. The second fire on Baxter…… MORE
Talks of stricter gun control being talked about by lawmakers following the tragic shooting at The Covenant School in Nashville this week which left seven people dead, including the suspect. Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett says changing gun laws isn’t the answer to end gun violence changing the hearts of people is the answer. The victims…… MORE
The Knoxville Fire Department is investigating the cause of an early morning fire at a North Knoxville home. Crews called to Hayes Road near High School Road and found heavy fire coming from the rear of the home. KFD says no one was home at the time of the fire. No pets were found inside…… MORE
Officials with Y-12 released the reason behind a fire in one of their buildings last month. Chips of uranium metal from machining activity had been processed for storage which was done in accordance with the standard operating procedure sparked the February 22nd fire. Officials say the metal underwent rapid exothermic oxidation, which is a chemical…… MORE
The Jellico Police Department is down to just three officers after its captain and several other officers resigned after vote to keep the Police Chief Gary Perkins following a complaint submitted about him. During Tuesday’s meeting, Captain Anthony Lay and two patrolmen took their badges off and placed them in front of the Police Committee…… MORE
An investigation is underway in a fatal crash on Asheville Highway. Knoxville Police say the crash happened at Ruggles Ferry Pike this morning and involved a motorcycle. One lane was closed while crash reconstruction personnel were on the scene.… MORE
Tennessee Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally survives the vote of no confidence from the state’s Republican party. The caucus voted 19 to 7 in his favor. McNally says he’s “always been honored humbled and grateful for the support from his colleagues”. McNally says he’s ready to finish the legislature’s work this session. McNally has been was…… MORE
