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Near-record highs next week as we remain dry
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - We remain mild for one last day, Saturday. Then it’s a scorcher of a doubled-up heatwave into next week. Upper 90s to even 100 degrees are possible in the south end of the valley. Rain? What’s that!? There is incredibly low chance of a rain...
Former Tennessee officer accused in Tyre Nichols' death to change plea ahead of trial
A former Tennessee police officer charged in last year’s fatal beating of Memphis motorist Tyre Nichols intends to change his not guilty plea in federal court on Friday, according to court filings. Emmitt Martin is one of five former officers charged in Nichols’ death after he was pulled from...
New Tennessee law requires schools establish visitor code of conduct
A new bipartisan law, sponsored by Rep. Antonio Parkinson (D-Memphis), mandates school boards adopt a code of conduct for parents and other guests who visit campus. The proposal passed last legislative session and went into effect for the 2024-2025 school year.
Cumberland Gap falls in season opener to Cosby, 37-7.
August 23- Cumberland Gap hosted Cosby for week one football. The Panthers are playing under a new head coach, Nick Nash, and learning a new system; however, all the fans and coaches knew learning pains would have to come as they acclimated to the new offense and defense. Despite allowing...
Gibbs graduate to compete in Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy
CORRYTON, Tenn. (WVLT) - Out of 101 athletes in the United States competing in the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games, only three are from East Tennessee. Among those three Tennesseans competing in Italy, Johnny Kelly is the only one from East Tennessee who will be representing his country. “It’s...
Judges dismiss suit alleging Tennessee’s political maps discriminate against communities of color
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A federal judicial panel has dismissed a lawsuit alleging that Tennessee’s U.S. House maps and those for the state Senate amount to unconstitutional racial gerrymandering. “In sum, the complaint alleges facts that are consistent with a racial gerrymander,” stated the ruling, which was issued...
Grainger County veteran to receive service animal from Smoky Mountain Service Dogs
LOUDON, Tenn. (WVLT)—A Grainger County veteran is set to receive a mobility assistance service dog as part of an effort to honor him for his 24 years of service in the Army. Smoky Mountain Service Dogs will “pass the leash” to Army SSGT Scott at 1 p.m. Friday at the Community Church in Loudon.
Sevier County Constable Sammy Scott Charged with DUI in Late-Night Sevierville Arrest
Sevier County constable Sammy Scott, was arrested by the Sevierville Police Department, on charges of driving under the influence (DUI). The incident occurred just before midnight on Wednesday, as detailed by WATE, when officers observed a vehicle driven by Scott failing to maintain its lane on Highway 66 near an Arby's Restaurant—the resultant traffic stop leading to his arrest.
Jefferson City Police investigating assault complaints involving substitute teacher
A substitute teacher at Jefferson Elementary School has been placed on leave pending the outcome of investigations into "allegations involving inappropriate conduct," the director of Jefferson County Schools said on Friday.
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