Although no official announcement has been made, Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs is endorsing Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn for Tennessee Governor, if she decides to run. It’s a surprising update, especially as rumors circulated that Jacobs himself was eyeing a run at governor. The announcement came via Jacobs’ X account. He says Senator Blackburn has…… MORE
Tennessee Athletics earns almost a quarter-billion dollars in revenue for the 2024 fiscal year. It’s a new record for the athletics department. The Vols brought in just over $234 million dollars beating last year’s total of $202 million. This year, ticket sales brought in almost $47 million. That’s almost 8 million dollars from the year…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Zoo Knoxville is mourning after losing a Western lowland gorilla. Officials Wednesday announcing the death of Kowali; the beloved gorilla passed away at the age of 47. Kowali had been at Zoo Knoxville since 2013 and was a mother of four. She was born on January 9, 1978 at the Lincoln Park…… MORE
Nashville, TN (WOKI) The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) lifted an advisory Wednesday that asked people to avoid touching water affected by Hurricane Helene’s flooding. The advisory was issued on October 2, just days after the storm hit. It asked people to avoid waters in the Nolichucky, French Broad, Pigeon, Doe, and Watauga…… MORE
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is calling a special session of the Tennessee General Assembly on January 27th to pass the Education Freedom Act and disaster relief for victims of Hurricane Helene. The session will also address illegal immigration public safety measures to ensure Tennessee stands ready to support the Trump Administration. In 2024, Lee’s first…… MORE
(Story courtesy of WVLT News) Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Several Knoxville firefighters are suing the city, claiming they’re being underpaid under the city’s employee payment plan. Attorney Richard Collins filed the lawsuit on Jan. 13 on behalf of Kevin Faddis, Shawn Langley, Stephen Mitchell, Gregory Phillips, Robert Pollard and Christopher Smith. It’s a lawsuit that focuses…… MORE
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is moving trailers into areas of East Tennessee affected by Hurricane Helene. The storm moved through the area in September of last year, prompting thousands in the eastern third of the state to begin a recovery process that has seen plenty of ups and downs. FEMA says those in several…… MORE
The Blount County Animal Shelter is having problems with space after six people were charged after nearly three dozen animals were rescued from harmful freezing conditions last week. 12 dogs and 13 cats rescued after responders say several dogs were tied up or in cages outside while it was 25 degrees. The six were charged…… MORE
UPDATE: A TBI Silver Alert is issued on behalf of the Blount County Sheriff’s Office for 63 year-old Terry Lowe who was last seen (Tuesday) morning has ended. He has been found and is safe. Original Story: A TBI Silver Alert is issued on behalf of the Blount County Sheriff’s Office for a missing man.…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Zoo Knoxville will once again host the Covenant Kids Run on Saturday, February 1. Children in eighth grade and younger are eligible to enter the upcoming one-mile fun run. Parents can register their children online before race day or on-site beginning at 8:00 a.m., one hour before the race begins. Click here…… MORE
