Knox County Schools on Monday highlighted new security measures that are being implemented to enhance school safety in the 2024-25 academic year, as part of the district’s ongoing “Safe Schools, Safe Students” initiative. At a news conference, Superintendent Dr. Jon Rysewyk and Security Department Chief Jason Periard outlined three strategies to keep schools safe: In…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) As hurricane Debby looks to advance up the eastern seaboard, members of the Knoxville Fire Department are deployed Monday afternoon to aid in the response. Knoxville Fire Department officials announcing a possible 10-day deployment of its Swift Water Team to South Carolina to support local emergency services and communities affected by Hurricane…… MORE
Tennessee State Parks will pay tribute to Veterans of the U.S. military with Salute to Service days when all Veterans will be eligible for free camping and golf on the birthdays of each branch of military service. The first is on Sunday, Aug. 4, birthday of the U.S. Coast Guard, which was created in 1790.…… MORE
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
An East Tennessee school system is asking police to investigate a hazing incident. WVLT is working to learn more about what happened and who is involved but Claiborne County Sheriff Bob Brooks says school officials at Claiborne County High School called the Sheriff’s Office to report the incident. The New Tazewell Police Department is leading…… MORE
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 – As Knox Countians head to the polls on Thursday, the Election Commission wants to issue a few reminders. TIMES FOR VOTING POLLS ARE OPEN ON THURSDAY FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM. Any voter in line by 8:00 pm will be allowed to vote. THE BALLOT Voters will be asked “In which Primary…… MORE
Over 31,000 people cast their ballots during early voting in the August 1st, 2024 Knox General, State & Federal Primary and Town of Farragut Municipal Elections. Just over 2,000 of those votes were absentee votes cast. If you missed early voting but still want to cast your ballot in the race for U.S. Senate and…… MORE
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
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
