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Newport Rescue Squad dealing with changes to rivers after Helene
The Newport Rescue Squad has seen noticeable changes to three rivers in the county. This means it could be more dangerous for ...
Extended bridge closure hurting Old Mill businesses in Pigeon Forge, owners say
Pigeon Forge closed the Old Mill Bridge for reconstruction with an original estimate to stay closed through April 1.
DA: New Tazewell man pleads guilty to murdering 3-year-old son in 2022, sentenced to life in prison
In October 2022, the New Tazewell Police Department went to a home Heritage Road for a young boy who was choking, and he was ...
FIRST ALERT: A small window for a few severe storms Thursday afternoon/evening
A FEW SEVERE STORMS THURSDAY EVENING: Isolated storms with hail or gusty wind are possible from 4-11 PM. It’s a low end risk, ...
Hawkins County homicide under investigation, sheriff’s office says
CHURCH HILL, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Hawkins County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that happened early ...
Knox County Sheriff’s Office receives ‘suspicious package,’ KCSO says
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Knox County Sheriff’s Office received what representatives called a “suspicious package” ...
Water Quality Forum hosts more than 1,000 elementary student field trip at Ijams Nature Center
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Wednesday, Water Quality Forum hosted its annual WaterFest at Ijams Nature Center. An educational ...
Jury finds ex-officers not guilty on all counts in traffic stop beating death of Tyre Nichols
Court officials confirm the verdict is in Wednesday afternoon for the state murder trial against three former Memphis police ...
Sevier County students learn where their food comes from during Farm Days
SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Students in Sevier County learned all about life on the farm and where their food comes from. From chickens to cows, fourth grade students from Sevier County Schools were ...