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Knoxville Police Looking for Second Suspect in Gas Station Shooting

Knoxville Police Looking for Second Suspect in Gas Station Shooting

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Knoxville Police Department is asking for information in their search for a second suspect wanted in connection to a shooting last month at a gas station. The shooting happened on July 20 at the Shell gas station on Summit Hill Drive. KPD says 20-year-old Robert Steed is wanted for aggravated assault…MORE

One Person Rescued from Flood Waters and Thousands Without Power Following Severe Storms that Hit East Tennessee
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One Person Rescued from Flood Waters and Thousands Without Power Following Severe Storms that Hit East Tennessee

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Thousands of East Tennesseans are without power after storms move through the area this afternoon (Tuesday).   Severe Thunderstorm Warnings and Flash Flooding affecting many counties and motorists evening commute with several interstate ramps under water during rush hour.  Flood waters quickly receded in many areas but one person was rescued after driving…MORE

Knoxville Area Blood Donors Can Get a Free Ticket to Anakeesta this Week

Knoxville Area Blood Donors Can Get a Free Ticket to Anakeesta this Week

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) This Wednesday, July 31, you can help save a life and get a ticket to Anakeesta! MEDIC Regional Blood Center is offering the free ticket to Anakeesta during this one day only event. Donors will also receive a special edition summer beach towel and a Texas Roadhouse coupon. All incentives are while…MORE

KFD: East Knoxville Home Suffers ‘Significant’ Damage in Fire

KFD: East Knoxville Home Suffers ‘Significant’ Damage in Fire

The Knoxville Fire is investigating an East Knoxville house fire that leaves 4 people without a place to call home. Crews called to the 500 block of Ben Hur Avenue Saturday afternoon and found heavy smoke and flames coming from the residence. No one was at home at the time and a dog was outside…MORE

Dollywood Offering Discounts for First Responders, Military, Teachers and More

Dollywood Offering Discounts for First Responders, Military, Teachers and More

Pigeon Forge, TN (WOKI) Dollywood’s “Public Employees Appreciation Days” are back! The program offers discounted admission to the theme park, just $45 plus tax, to qualifying employees from July 29 to September 15. Members of the military, first responders, school system employees, government employees and medical employees are eligible. Those interested just need to verify…MORE

Tennessee’s Traditional Sales Tax Holiday Starts Tomorrow

Tennessee’s Traditional Sales Tax Holiday Starts Tomorrow

Tennessee’s traditional sales tax holiday on clothing, school supplies and computers begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 28, 2024.    During this time clothing, school supplies and computers may be purchased tax-free.  Certain restrictions apply.  Items sold online are also eligible.  Items must be…MORE