Episodes

  • Knoxville: Police standoff at North Knoxville home resolves safely | June 22

    Knoxville: Police standoff at North Knoxville home resolves safely | June 22
    Jun 22 2026
    Knoxville police resolved a tense standoff at a North Knoxville residence early June 22, 2026, ending without injuries. GirlPower Flag Football launched in Knoxville this summer, offering summer activities for girls aged 8 to 14. A local farm near Knoxville is hosting berry-picking and wine-tasting events this weekend.
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  • Knoxville: North Knox County home declared total loss after Saturday fire | June 21

    Knoxville: North Knox County home declared total loss after Saturday fire | June 21
    Jun 21 2026
    Knoxville residents should know about a home destroyed in a fire in North Knox County, the annual SoKno Pride festival in South Knoxville, and the passing of longtime resident Glenn Campbell Graber. The Local Wire also covers recent Powerball and Lotto America winning numbers.
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  • Knoxville: Knoxville Police ID man who drove car into Tennessee River | June 20

    Knoxville: Knoxville Police ID man who drove car into Tennessee River | June 20
    Jun 20 2026
    Knoxville police identified James Carter as the driver whose car plunged into the Tennessee River during a medical emergency, sparking conversations about road safety. The city also celebrated Juneteenth with a Martin Luther King Jr. parade and block party, while U.S. World Cup fans cheered downtown after a thrilling victory.
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  • Knoxville: Public transit expansion urged after Knoxville crash victim's twin speaks out | June 19

    Knoxville: Public transit expansion urged after Knoxville crash victim's twin speaks out | June 19
    Jun 19 2026
    Knoxville residents are rallying for safer streets after a fatal crash involving a young man, with his twin brother pushing for expanded public transit. The city also honors Ralph Thomas Upton with a heartfelt obituary while celebrating Joey Kent’s rise as a standout Tennessee Volunteers player.
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  • Knoxville: Knoxville man seeks cleanup of overgrown lot | June 18

    Knoxville: Knoxville man seeks cleanup of overgrown lot | June 18
    Jun 18 2026
    Knoxville city officials are considering a cleanup for a neglected lot on South Kingston Avenue amid safety concerns. Tennessee educators are advocating for stricter screen time limits in elementary schools as part of a state legislative proposal. The community honors Pamela D. Dunn Bolden with a memorial garden at Riverfront Park this Sunday.
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  • Knoxville: University of Tennessee unveils $130M gift plan | June 17

    Knoxville: University of Tennessee unveils $130M gift plan | June 17
    Jun 17 2026
    Knoxville's University of Tennessee announced a $130 million donation to expand research and STEM programs, while local athletes celebrated at Neyland Stadium. The Knoxville Smokies will host a special game this weekend to support youth sports and boost community morale.
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  • Knoxville: Knoxville remains quiet as cities debate airport board changes | June 16

    Knoxville: Knoxville remains quiet as cities debate airport board changes | June 16
    Jun 16 2026
    Knoxville officials continue to debate airport board restructuring amid tensions over local versus state control, while pop-up clinics in Knoxville and Del Rio provide free medical care to underserved communities. A historic flood warning led to emergency alerts, prompting residents to stay alert as river levels remain elevated.
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