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‘The NCAA is not above the law’ | Judge Grants Injunction to Allow NIL to Continue

‘The NCAA is not above the law’ | Judge Grants Injunction to Allow NIL to Continue

Knoxville, TN (WOKI / WVLT) A federal judge Friday grants a preliminary injunction in favor of Tennessee and Virginia in their fight against the NCAA. “It is hereby ORDERED that, effective immediately, Defendant NCAA; its servants, agents, and employees; and all persons in active conce11 or participation with the NCAA, are restrained and enjoined from…MORE

Structure Fire in Morristown Causes Brief Shutdown of E. Morris Blvd.

Structure Fire in Morristown Causes Brief Shutdown of E. Morris Blvd.

Morristown, TN (WOKI) E. Morris Blvd. in Morristown is reopened to traffic, but firefighters remain on the scene of a fire at a decades-old sign shop in the city. Morristown firefighters were dispatched Friday afternoon to the scene of a structure fire reported at Morristown Signs in the 1700 block of E. Morris Blvd; the…MORE

‘No Wake Zone’ Temporarily Expanded after Dock Collapse at Fort Loudon Marina

‘No Wake Zone’ Temporarily Expanded after Dock Collapse at Fort Loudon Marina

Lenoir City, TN (WOKI) The “No Wake Zone” at Fort Loudon Marina has been expanded to allow for cleanup efforts following last month’s dock collapse due to heavy snowfall. Officials with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency making the announcement Friday say the “No Wake Zone” expansion will be in effect for 180 days to allow…MORE

Tennessee Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Raise Minimum Wage

Tennessee Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Raise Minimum Wage

Nashville, TN (WOKI / WVLT) The Knoxville lawmaker looking to unseat U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn has introduced a bill to raise our state’s minimum wage from $7.25 an hour to $20. The bill, HB 2602/SB 2646, was introduced by Representative Gloria Johnson, D-Knoxville and Senator Sara Kyle, D-Memphis on January 31. It aims to increase the…MORE

Medic Offering a Special Way to Celebrate Leap Day this Month

Medic Offering a Special Way to Celebrate Leap Day this Month

MEDIC Regional Blood Center to Celebrate Leap Day. MEDIC is encouraging everyone to use their extra day of the year to save lives and will reward donors with a one-time special edition tumbler for their donation on February 29th. Tumblers are first-come, first-served and while supplies last. To schedule your appointment please go to https://medicblood.org/…MORE

A Wildfire in Campbell County has Grown

A Wildfire in Campbell County has Grown

A wildfire in Campbell County has grown. Crews say the fire has grown and strong winds may have been a factor. At last check that fire burned 115 acres is 50% contained according to the Tennessee Division of Forestry. Crews say 30 to 50 homes could be in danger. Strong winds and steep slopes are…MORE

Missing Morristown Teen Found Safe, Police Say

Missing Morristown Teen Found Safe, Police Say

Morristown, TN (WOKI) UPDATE: In the latest update from the Morristown Police Department, Brayan Lopez was reportedly found safe Friday afternoon. ORIGINAL STORY: Investigators with the Morristown Police Department are asking for help to find a missing teen. Officials are searching for 16-year-old Brayan Lopez who was reported missing by his parents Friday morning. He…MORE

Former Scott County Deputy Pleads Guilty to Assault, Charge Diverted

Former Scott County Deputy Pleads Guilty to Assault, Charge Diverted

Scott County, TN (WOKI) A former Scott County Sheriff’s Office Deputy pleads guilty Thursday to an assault charge but will not see the inside of a jail cell. Officials with the Oneida Police Department say 27-year-old Rachel Thomas was taken into custody and charged with assault in July of last year after she punched her…MORE

Knoxville Historian, Civil Rights Activist Robert ‘Bob’ Booker Dies at 88

Knoxville Historian, Civil Rights Activist Robert ‘Bob’ Booker Dies at 88

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Knoxville historian and civil rights activist Robert ‘Bob’ Booker has died. Booker, considered a powerful voice not just in Knoxville but across the state, was an author, historian, civil rights activist and even a state legislator. He grew up in East Knoxville, graduating from Austin High School before joining the military. Booker…MORE

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