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CrowdStrike issue causes mass global tech disruptions, grounding flights across the U.S.
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Microsoft users worldwide, including banks and airlines, reported widespread outages on Friday, hours after the technology company said it was gradually fixing an issue affecting access to Microsoft 365 apps and services. A representative with American Airlines confirmed Friday morning that a technical issue with...
Hancock County deputies searching for last of 5 inmates who escaped from jail on Wednesday
HANCOCK COUNTY, Tenn. — Update (5:30 p.m.): The Hancock County Sheriff's Office said it has captured four of the five inmates who escaped from jail on Wednesday. According to HCSO, only one inmate was still unaccounted for as of Friday: Jason Holden Collins. --- The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office...
Blount Memorial Hospital enters into early agreement to become part of South Carolina-based healthcare company
BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn. — Blount Memorial Hospital could soon be under new leadership. Prisma Health, a South Carolina-based nonprofit healthcare group, announced Thursday evening that it has formally begun negotiating with the Maryville hospital to have it join its organization. The announcement came shortly after the Blount County Commission...
KFD working on creating new museum dedicated to its history years after SUV crash took out original location
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Soon you will be able to learn more about the history of the Knoxville Fire Department. That's because the department is working on creating a museum that will feature vintage items and artifacts. Now that the Knoxville Fire Department headquarters has moved to North Knoxville, Mark...
Tennessee developers will soon be able to hire private companies for their safety code inspections
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Right now developers are gearing up because they will soon be able to hire a private company for their safety inspections. The new law goes into effect on October 1. Dan Mitchell, Secretary and Treasurer for the Home Builder Association of Tennessee, said this is something...
'They’re together forever and that’s the way they’d want it': Best friends killed in car crash on their way to Cardinals game
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. — Families and a whole community in St. Clair County are mourning the sudden deaths of Teagan Kelley and Ashton Jackson, who were killed in a horrific car crash on Saturday. "They were a part of each other's daily routines. They are 20 years old,...
Tennessee ranked one of the worst states to live in the country
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee has once again been named one of the worst states to live in, but this time dropped even lower in the rankings in the annual CNBC quality of life study. The Volunteer State got an "F" for livability in the 2024 CNBC Quality of Life...
Federal appeals court dismisses lawsuit over Tennessee's anti-drag show ban
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A federal appeals court on Thursday dismissed a lawsuit challenging first-in-the-nation law designed to place strict limits on drag shows, reversing a lower court ruling that deemed the statute unconstitutional and blocked its enforcement in part of the state. The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals...
Synthetic ice rink coming to Farragut, leader says it's something the town's been waiting for
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. — The town of Farragut will be installing a synthetic ice rink that will open in November. Leaders approved of the ice rink last week, which means no chillers and no Zamboni. Farragut Alderman Drew Burnette said this was something the town had been asking for,...
Fire crews respond to smoke at Dandridge Post Office after lightning strike, fire chief says
DANDRIDGE, Tenn. — Dandridge fire crews responded to a call at the post office Thursday after smoke began pouring into a portion of the building. According to Dandridge Fire Department Chief Andy Riley, crews responded to the Dandridge Post Office on Meeting Street around 2:30 p.m. When crews arrived,...
Knoxville church to host third annual Back to School Bash event
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — School is almost back in session, and now is the time to start checking items off this year's supply lists. Ahead of the back-to-school season, Washington Pike Church will host its third annual Back-to-School Bash event for students on Saturday, July 20. Last year the event...
TBI assisting CCSO after body found on Highway 25 West near Highway 90 in Campbell County
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Tenn. — The Campbell County Sherrif's Office, along with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, is investigating after a body was found Wednesday afternoon. The body was found on Highway 25 West near Highway 90, according to CCSO. Campbell County officials are unable to release information at this...
DA: Man who claimed revolver accidentally fired itself sentenced to life in prison
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A man who shot someone three times and then claimed his revolver accidentally discharged was sentenced to life on Thursday, the Knox County District Attorney General's Office said. Johnny Robert McBee and the victim got into an argument about the victim dating McBee's niece on January...
Statewide program helps East Tennessee youth transition into adulthood
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A statewide program is helping young people in East Tennessee transition more easily into adulthood. Tennessee's Youth Employment Program pairs teenagers and young adults ages 14 to 24 with employers across different industries. The Knoxville Area Urban League (KAUL) is one of the many organizations participating...
Bill requiring some domestic violence offenders to wear GPS devices went into effect on July 1
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A bill passed in the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives would require some domestic violence offenders to wear GPS monitoring devices so survivors can tell if they are nearby. SB 1972 specifies courts can require offenders to avoid contact with survivors and require them to...
10Investigates: Millions owed to city in unpaid, uncollected parking tickets
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A 10News investigation shows more than $4.5 million is owed in unpaid city of Knoxville tickets and fees from downtown and Fort Sanders meters. According to data requested by Channel 10 and provided by the Knoxville Municipal Court, the $4,525,729.25 owed includes 429,800 unpaid tickets. More...
Cocke Co. ranks worst in the state for child abuse cases | Why local leaders say they can work toward progress
COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. — After a report published by the Tennessee Department of Children and Youth reported Cocke County ranks the worst for child abuse per 1,000 children, community leaders highlight the work done by community partners to move forward. The TCCY ranks Cocke County no. 85 out of...
Local divers discover sentimental item on bottom of lake, return it to owner
WASHBURN, Tenn. — it's swimming season in Tennessee, with lots of people hitting the water to cool off. For many, that means sunshine and tan lines, but for some, it means losing sunglasses, phones and other items in the deep water. That was the case for one young man...
East Tennessee students rally against state book bans
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Students are upset about changes coming to school libraries this fall. Back in 2022, Governor Bill Lee signed "The Age Appropriate Materials Act" into law. But this year, lawmakers added even more specific restrictions. The changes to that law require schools to pull books with content deemed "sexual" or "excessively violent."
Teachers and local organizations hope Amazon Prime Day helps with wish lists
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — It’s an online two-day event that a lot of people wait for all year, Amazon Prime Day. Thousands of items on Amazon are heavily discounted, making it a great opportunity for those needing to buy gifts or get ahead on Christmas shopping. Katie Keys is...
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