Human remains found in Union County, sheriff-elect says

On Monday, Aug. 10, Union County Sheriff-elect Rick Carter was contacted about possible human remains found in the Sharps Chapel area near an embankment around 7 p.m.

Troopers searching for semi involved in deadly East Tennessee interstate crash

Troopers determined that a Nissan Murano driven by 74-year-old Lee Vaughn “swerved into the lane of a bobtail day cab semi” and hit its left rear tire with his right front tire, causing it to “lift ...

Knoxville police investigating after guns stolen from multiple unlocked cars

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Knoxville Police Department is providing tips on how to avoid car burglaries after multiple cars across the city were burglarized. KPD said it has received three reports ...

Here is when Hattie B’s Hot Chicken is opening its first East Tennessee location

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A nationally-renowned restaurant based in Tennessee is less than 24 hours from opening its first ...

The Quiet Powerhouse: How East Tennessee became a giant of American boat manufacturing

While Detroit rules the roads, East Tennessee has become one of the nation’s premier destinations for the water.

$2 million Powerball ticket sold in East Tennessee: TN Lottery

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WVLT) - While the big Powerball jackpot was not won Monday night, the Tennessee Lottery said one lucky player in East Tennessee won $2 million. Lottery officials said the ticket ...

Knoxville comic book, toy store closing after 10 years

A popular Knoxville comic book and toy store is shuttering its doors after 10 years in business. Tall Man Toys & Comics, located in West Town Mall, announced on social media it is closing “after 10 ...

FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: A few storms with flooding or gusty wind through Wednesday night

TONIGHT: A few showers and storms are bubbling up this afternoon with heavy rain and lightning. The main complex of storms will be pushing through between 8PM-10 PM tonight, starting in SE KY and ...

30 Days 30 Vols: Daevin Hobbs reveals why he chose Tennessee again and what drives him off the field

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - We’re counting down the days to kickoff with one of WVLT Sports’ yearly traditions: 30 Days 30 Vols. Just under a month from Tennessee taking the field again, Ted Hall sat ...
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Old stormwater system to blame for flash flooding near Old City

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A stormwater system more than 100 years old is being blamed for serious flash flooding near the Old City last month, leaving some residents without their vehicles. Karson ...
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Knox County sheriff ordered to give emergency testimony for KCSO corruption case as health ‘rapidly declines’

Add Us On GoogleAdd as a preferred source on Google KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A Knox County judge has signed an emergency order allowing Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler to testify for the current and ...
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Police officer who flirted with Knoxville chief over text engaged in ‘sexual activity’ while on the job, file says

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Jasmine Reed, the officer internal investigators at the Knoxville Police Department found had been inappropriately texting Chief Paul Noel, engaged in “sexual activity” while ...