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Beefing up patrols on Tennessee highways
There are dozens of police out the 4th of July holiday weekend and they're looking for drivers violating the law.
City manager fires Clinton police chief
Clinton's City Manager says a situation he learned of only a day earlier has prompted him to fire the Police Chief he hired more than seven years ago, and to audit the police drug fund. The firing came 15 minutes before close of city business, the day before the recognized holiday leading into Independence Day weekend.
TWRA looking to keep boating safe this July 4th
With all the events going on this weekend, especially on the water, law enforcement will be out in force keeping our waterways safe. Boating under the influence is certainly one thing officers will be looking for in light of 97 arrests this year for BUI.
Knoxville Police investigate shooting
A man was shot in East Knoxville around 5:30 p.m. Friday near the Walter P. Taylor housing project.
Alleged victim, estranged wife talk about dropped kidnap and rape charges
Now that David Jansen will not face kidnapping and rape charges, two women in his life are speaking out.
25K motorcyclists driving "The Dragon" and driving local economy
In Blount County this weekend, it's miles and miles of motorcycles, as bikers converge on "The Dragon," one of the most famous stretches of road for cyclists in the world. An increase in traffic comes an increase to the local economy, as thousands of riders will be spending money throughout East Tennessee.
AP: Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin to resign
A spokesman says Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is resigning as governor on July 26.
Once missing Knoxville soldier found safe
A soldier from Knoxville is safe after going missing on his way back to Fort Hood, Texas on June 29 following his stepfather's funeral.
SC serial killer blamed for 4 deaths in 6 days
Authorities in South Carolina say they're looking for a serial killer they believe has shot four people to death within 10 miles of each other over the past six days.
Clinton Police chief fired for allegedly pressuring city employee
The City of Clinton fired its police chief Thursday for allegedly putting "improper pressure on a city employee," according to Clinton City Manager Steve Jones in an email to WYSH-AM.
East Tennessee woman gets $13,000 phone bill
Shirley Ann Billings of Church Hill talks on her cell phone, but not at a cost of more than $13,000.
Nearly 70 pct of animals brought to Young-Williams euthanized
The Young-Williams Animal Center always sees higher rates of animals in the summer. It happens because folks go on vacation, move and because of the economy, some even lose their homes leaving their animals behind.
Memorial service for three year old drowning victim
Friends and family members of the Knox County three year old boy who drown on June 28th gathered Thursday evening to celebrate his life.
Residents have multiple worries over proposed Norfolk Southern Intermodal project
Hundreds of acres of East Tennessee farmland could soon be part of a several million dollar rail yard.
Governor seeks federal relief for 5 counties, two in East Tennessee
Democratic Gov. Phil Bredesen is requesting a federal disaster declaration for five Tennessee counties hit by severe storms.
Fewer road-trippers expected this July 4th, but Sevier Co. may see boost from 'stay-cationers'
The American Automobile Association is is predicting fewer people will be hitting the roadways this Fourth of July weekend.
Southwest Knox County to get new school, leaving some feeling slighted
In three to four years, Southwest Knox County is going to have a brand new elementary school. East Side residents are happy for their western neighbors. But...They would just like their own piece of the educational pie
Kidnapping, rape charges dropped against Jansen
Prosecutors have dropped the kidnapping and rape charges against the man accused of abducting a woman in Atlanta and taking her to a Seveir County, according to the office of Defense Attorney Don Bosch. David Jansen, 47, was arrested after a pizza delivery man called 911 after he saw a woman tied up inside a rental cabin in Gatlinburg.
EPA approves TVA plan to ship coal ash to Alabama
The federal government has approved the Tennessee Valley Authority's plan to dispose of millions of tons of spilled coal ash at a municipal landfill in one of Alabama's poorest counties.
Board approves new Knox County elementary school
Knox County is a step closer to building a new elementary school at some point in the next three years.
REPORT: GM could build next-generation Cadillac Escalade in Tennessee
An internet publication is reporting that General Motors may shift production of the Cadillac Escalade to the soon to be idle Spring Hill plant in Middle Tennessee.
Former Vol 'Jim Bob' Cooter facing burglary charges
Former Vol backup quarterback "Jim Bob" Cooter, whose real name is James Robert Cooter, is facing aggravated burglary charges after allegedly getting into bed with a woman after climbing through a window of her Fort Sanders apartment, according to an arrest warrant.
Morristown police arrest Dollar General robbery suspect
Morristown police have arrested the man they say robbed a Dollar General at gunpoint last month.
Church volunteer leader charged with child rape
Knox County Sheriff's Deputies arrested Randall T. Hollifield at his home last night. A seized computer had more than 3-thousand sexually explicit pictures involving children. And bond has been set at $125,000.
Crews search for reported bridge jumper
Authorities are searching for a man who reportedly jumped off the Gay Street bridge late Wednesday night.
Knox County to get new elementary school
Southwest Knox County will be getting a new elementary school. The school board approved the plan Wednesday.
Roane Co. July 4th event planners worried about effects of economy, ash spill
It's an East Tennessee Fourth of July family tradition: Boat and raft races, good food, fun, and fireworks.
Losing jobs: East Tennessee no longer bulletproof, but still diversity cushions blow
UT researchers say the Tennessee's recession may not bottom out for another year. And unemployment could reach 12 percent statewide. But not in East Tennessee.
Aubrey's Cedar Bluff gets liquor license, will begin serving liquor by drink today
Aubreys at Cedar Bluff became the first restaurant located outside of a municipality in Tennessee to be issued a liquor license today, according to owner Randy Burleson.
More people staying home for the holiday
The patriotic holiday, Fourth of July, is only days away, and while usually many would be hitting the road soon, AAA says more of you will be enjoying the holiday closer to home. And locally, business is already picking up as people stock up to enjoy the holiday.
North Knoxville standoff suspect facing kidnapping, burglary, assault charges
Knoxville Police say a domestic situation brewing for months came to a head Wednesday morning in a situation that led to a standoff with police.
Academy Award winner Karl Malden dead at 97
Academy Award winning actor Karl Malden has died at the age of 97.
DEPUTIES: Youth minister arrested for rape of a child
Deputies have arrested a Powell man on two counts of raping a child and sexual exploitation of a minor.
Diana Ross 2nd in line for Jackson kids in 2002 will, ex-wife Rowe gets nothing
Michael Jackson's children could have another musical legend looking after them.
Suntrust Bank robbery suspect arrested
Officers arrested the man wanted in connection with a Suntrust Bank robbery Tuesday, according to an FBI release.
Ex-UT prof gets 4 years for passing military data
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A federal judge in Knoxville has sentenced a retired University of Tennessee professor to four years in prison for passing sensitive information from a U.S. Air Force contract to research assistants from China and Iran.
Family robbed at North Knoxville motel
The search is on for the two men that robbed a family at a motel in North Knoxville.
4 landfills in Tenn. approved for coal ash
Four East Tennessee landfills have been approved to receive small amounts of coal ash from a major spill last December at a Tennessee power plant.
Calif. Democrat Henry Waxman hospitalized
A powerful House committee chairman with a central role in President Barack Obama's global warming and health care legislation has been hospitalized.
Former state GOP chair Smith in 3rd district race
Former Tennessee Republican Party Chairman Robin Smith of Hixson has joined the race for Tennessee's 3rd Congressional District seat.
Knoxville City Council honors "D-Day" hero
65-years after the invasion of Normandy, better known as "D-Day," Knoxville native Benjamin Franklin is honored by City Council.
Republicans Haslam, Wamp combine to raise $5M
Two top contenders for Tennessee's Republican gubernatorial nomination say they have raised a combined $5 million through the six-month fundraising period that ends at midnight.
Loudon man federally indicted on weapons, drug charges
A Loudon County man has been federally indicted on drug and weapon charges.
Deputies arrest Cumberland County murder suspects
Cumberland County deputies have arrested a pair of men from Sparta for homicide.
Sexual predator on 22 charges, had attempted to fake his death
An East Tennessee judge has sentenced the convicted sex offender who attempted to fake his own dead in North Carolina.
World War II veteran honored by Knoxville City Council
Benjamin Franklin is a Knoxville native who fought in World War II, and like his famous namesake, many consider him a national treasure.
FBI: Suspect in two bank robberies in custody
FBI agents working with the Knoxville Police Department and Knox County Sheriff’s Office have caught the man they suspect of robbing two Knox County banks and a bread store over the previous four days.
Family says they are OK with 'pain and suffering' after son drowns
Parents of drowned 3-year-old demonstrate inspirational faith.
Project Lifesaver helps find elderly with Alzheimer's who walk away
Two people in East Tennessee with Alzheimer's walked away from their homes today but both have been rescued safely. But there is help for your elderly loved ones so you can find them fast if they disappear, a free program called Project Lifesaver.
TTYL: Texting while driving, other laws take effect July 1
You might want to go ahead and put the phone down before you get into the car, because as of Wednesday, July 1, texting while driving can get you pulled over.

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