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Tennessee Enacts "Back the Blue Act" to Strengthen Penalties for Assaulting First Responders
In Tennessee, a measure to intensify punishments for assaulting first responders such as law enforcement officers, firefighters, and nurses has recently been put into effect. The legislation, termed the "Back the Blue Act," enacts a Class E felony charge for those found guilty of assaulting a law enforcement officer. According to Action News 5, individuals convicted under this new law could face a $10,000 fine and a minimum prison sentence of 60 days.
Report finds more than half of all homes sold in East Tennessee went for asking price or above in May
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — People looking to buy a home in East Tennessee continued to face increasingly higher prices in May, according to a new report. The East Tennessee REALTORS group said the median sale price for a home in the region increased to around $365,000 in May, a jump of around 8.96% compared to the previous year. In April, the realty group said the median home sale price was around $354,450. It also said around half of the homes sold in the region were under contract in 13 days or less.
Six local school districts awarded TN Perkins Reserve Grants for CTE expansion
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) has awarded more than $2.6 million to school systems across the state to expand their Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and courses. According to a news release on Wednesday from the TDOE, the Perkins Reserve Grant (PRG) funds were given to 55 school districts […]
Before You Vote: A federal judge -- a grandson of immigrants -- reflects on joy, responsibility of becoming U.S. citizen
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Before You Vote is an ongoing project by 10News to promote and inspire your participation in the democratic process. Be a good citizen! Take time to vote!. The majesty of becoming a U.S. citizen moves not just those who take the oath of allegiance. It's also a powerful and emotional moment for those who guide new Americans through the ceremony.
Vehicle booting company sues Tennessee over new state law
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — The Nashville booting company, Nashville Booting LLC is suing Tennessee’s governor and attorney general over a new state law they claim “legislates them out of existence.”. The law, which went into effect July 1, places regulations on booting companies across the state, including...
Oversized load stopped in Hawkins County is expected to roll again Friday night
CHURCH HILL, Tenn. (WJHL) — An oversized load that was supposed to arrive at Eastman Chemical Company earlier this week is currently stopped in Hawkins County but is expected to be on the move again soon. According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), the oversized load is currently parked along State Route 346, also […]
Two years of News Channel 11’s First at 4
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Two years ago, on July 4, 2022, the first episode of News Channel 11’s First at 4 newscast aired. Kelly Goetz initially launched the newscast with Mark Reynolds, and Anslee Daniel took over on Halloween 2022. Though on-camera and behind-the-scenes changes have happened, bringing the Tri-Cities local news and weather […]
Surgoinsville to purchase property for maintenance department expansion
The Surgoinsville Board of Mayor and Aldermen informally agreed during Monday’s workshop to move forward with the $135,000 purchase of 113 Hendricks Street to expand the Maintenance Department. The Maintenance Department is looking to use the garage for storage. There’s currently no plan for how to use the house, but the board agreed that it needed to go ahead on the purchase. ...
Freedom Hall celebrates 50 years
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Johnson City’s Independence Day celebration wouldn’t be possible without the host venue, Freedom Hall Civic Center. Freedom Hall has been a staple of the Tri-Cities for decades. It’s located along Pactolas Road and nestled between the campuses of Science Hill High School and Liberty Bell Middle School. “50 years of […]
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