13 hrs ago | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
KCSO: Suspect in killing at bar has lengthy record
By Matt Lakin, June 19, 2008
The man charged in a deadly shooting at a Halls sports bar has an arrest record stretching back more than 15 years, authorities said today.
13 hrs ago | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
KPD says teen playing with gun shoots self
Ex-coach indicted on statutory rape charge
9 animals shot, killed in Lawrence County
Putnam mom gets 12 years for abusing son
14 hrs ago | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Death penalty review board to resume study
Members of a death penalty review board will resume meetings this week to analyze the state's criminal justice system.
14 hrs ago | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Florida man charged in slaying of NC trooper
14 hrs ago | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
One of state's most wanted surrenders
Authorities say one of Tennessee's top 10 most wanted has turned himself in. Roy-Montez Mayberry surrendered on Tuesday.
14 hrs ago | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Former lawmaker apologizes for Obama remark
Hobbs had said candidate 'may be terrorist connected'
By Tom Humphrey, Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Fred Hobbs' apology to state Democratic leaders.
18 hrs ago | www.cnn.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Luck runs out for pigs caught in flood
Luck ran out for about a dozen pigs who escaped their flooded farm, swam through raging floodwaters and scrambled atop a sandbag levee in southeastern Iowa.
23 hrs ago | The Knoxville News Sentinel
Governor performs spontaneous Burchett nuptials |
State Sen. Tim Burchett of Knoxville and Allison Beaver of Maryville were married today by Gov.
Wednesday | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Private wells suspected hepatitis A source
Traces of virus found in untreated water in area of Hawkins outbreak
By Kristi L. Nelson, Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Health officials investigating a hepatitis A outbreak in the Mooresburg area of Hawkins County last month now have a likely source: private wells.
Tuesday | www.wbir.com | Posted by 2Spunky_Knoxville TN
Paul House to stay incarcerated, for now
Tuesday | www.topix.com | Posted by 2Spunky_Knoxville TN
Fleeing suspect leaves child in abandoned car
Tuesday Jun 17 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Rollback urged on $36 wheel tax
Knox County Commissioner Dr. Richard Briggs, left, and Finance Committee Charirman Paul Pinkston discuss a Pinkston proposal to repeal the $36 wheel tax as Commissioners William Daniels, standing right, R. ...
Tuesday Jun 17 | www.foxnews.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Okla. Cops Plead for Man of Interest to Come Forward
Investigators searching for the killers of two young girls gunned down more than a week ago made a plea Monday for the person of interest named in the case to come forward.
Tuesday Jun 17 | www.theindychannel.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Mom Abandons Toddler, Leaves Him In Wal-Mart
A mother abandoned her 2-year-old boy in a Wal-Mart store, leaving him with a backpack full of toys, a bottle and a note explaining why she could no longer care for him.
Monday Jun 16 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Fight over family dog may have triggered shooting
By: Laura Headlee
Authorities are investigating a Sunday evening shooting in north Knox County. The Knox County Sheriff's Office says deputies responded to a call about a shooting on Carbine Lane around 7:15pm. They found one man with a gunshot wound to the neck and a woman who was apparently hit by flying glass.
Monday Jun 16 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Robert William Custer II is accused of abducting Colin Nathaniel Custer and the child's mother in Florida.
Monday Jun 16 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Man charged with shooting ex-wife's boyfriend
By Jim Balloch, June 16, 2008
Knox County detectives have charged a man with attempted murder following a Sunday shooting in North Knox County.
Monday Jun 16 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Dueling filings: Clerk candidate's husband seeks divorce
Monday Jun 16 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Bear seen in West Knoxville backyard
Animal escapes during pursuit, likely one seen in Oak Ridge last week
By Darren Dunlap, Monday, June 16, 2008
Monday Jun 16 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Second Bible-themed park proposed for Middle Tennessee
Associated Press, June 16, 2008
Two Bible-themed parks are now in the works for Middle Tennessee.
Monday Jun 16 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Buyout plan to be sent to state employees
Associated Press, June 16, 2008
More than 11,700 state employees should receive buyout plans sometime this week.
Monday Jun 16 | www.cnn.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Police shoot man as he beats toddler
Police killed a 27-year-old man as he kicked, punched and stomped a toddler to death despite other people's attempts to stop him on a dark, country road, authorities said.
Monday Jun 16 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
15 displaced after South Knoxville fire
Report shows Tenn.used $3M to lure film
KPD arrests 21 in prostitution sting
Georgia man drowns swimming near dam
Monday Jun 16 | Knoxville News Sentinel
Fire damages four businesses in W. Knoxville
Fire damages four businesses in W. Knoxville News Sentinel staff Originally published 06:27 p.m., June 12, 2008 Updated 06:27 p.m., June 12, 2008 At least four businesses have been damaged by a fire today in a ...
Monday Jun 16 | The Knoxville News Sentinel
Police: Shootout at East Knoxville club sends two to hospitals
Two men appeared at separate hospitals this morning after an apparent shootout at an East Knoxville club, police said.
Sunday Jun 15 | WATE-TV Knoxville
UT staff members fight department closure
Faculty members and families are outraged that the Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology is on the chopping block.
Sunday Jun 15 | Federal Bureau of Investigation
June 12, 2008 - Fbi Releases the 2007 Preliminary Uniform Crime Report Statistics
On Monday, June 9, 2008 the FBI published the preliminary 2007 Uniform Crime Report statistics on www.fbi.gov. The report covers the 12-month calendar year of 2007, and includes statistics for cities with ...
Sunday Jun 15 | WATE-TV Knoxville
Saroff fails to submit redevelopment proposal for warehouses
The owner of the remaining McClung Warehouses in downtown Knoxville failed to submit a redevelopment proposal by the deadline, officials said Friday.
Saturday Jun 14 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Arrests made in Campbell stolen cemetery vases
By: Jake Jost
Vases stolen from a cemetery in Campbell County have now been recovered from a salvage yard.
Saturday Jun 14 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Gay Street bridge to close Tuesday-Thursday
The Gay Street bridge will be closed Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 17, 18, and 19 so the Tennessee Department of Transportation can inspect it.
Saturday Jun 14 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Oliver Springs man hit by lightning
By: Jake Jost
A man near Oliver Springs was struck by lightning while working on his lawnmower Thursday night, according to dispatchers.
Saturday Jun 14 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Scott County man wants to move after a cross burned in his yard
By: Emily Stroud
The Federal Bureau of Investigation will assist the Scott County Sheriff's Department in investigating a cross burning in the Elgin community of Scott County.
Saturday Jun 14 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
'Movies on Market Square' move out; need new name
By: Kay Watson
The event may be known as Movies on Market Square, but that's about to change. Half the free family flicks screened this fall by the Knox County Library won't be on downtown Knoxville's Market Square.
Saturday Jun 14 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
She says problems with spouse have nothing to do with campaign
By J.J. Stambaugh, Saturday, June 14, 2008
Saturday Jun 14 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Saturday Jun 14 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
By Bob Fowler, Saturday, June 14, 2008
The mother of a 16-year-old boy says her son has been held in the Anderson County Jail for more than four months and still hasn't been indicted.
Saturday Jun 14 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Gay Street Bridge to close for inspection
Homeless woman charged in attack
Mowing crew finds body along I-26
Man dumping trash finds meth lab
Saturday Jun 14 | Hattiesburg American
Goody's Family Clothing files for Chapter 11
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Privately owned retailer Goody's Family Clothing Incorporated said Monday it is filing for Chapter 11 protection to restructure its business.
Friday Jun 13 | www.wral.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Teen tied to tree overnight dies
A 13-year-old boy who was tied to a tree two nights this week died Thursday, and his father and stepmother have been charged with murder, authorities said Friday.
Friday Jun 13 | www.cnn.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Ex-Manson follower dying, seeks release from prison
Former Manson family member Susan Atkins has requested a "compassionate release" from prison because she has less than six months to live, a California prisons spokeswoman said Friday.
Friday Jun 13 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
By Jamie Satterfield, Friday, June 13, 2008
An inmate who confessed a 14-year-old Knoxville slaying was in a mental health facility at the time of the killing, according to records unearthed by a defense attorney.
Friday Jun 13 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Mom of teen inmate given shank contract speaks out
By Matt Lakin, Friday, June 13, 2008
Yashica Hunter says she knew her son needed help, but she didn't think a state-sponsored contract to make shanks would be part of the prescription.
Friday Jun 13 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Vandergriff discussion delayed until today
By Don Jacobs, Friday, June 13, 2008
Knox County Clerk candidate Amy Henley-Vandergriff will hold a press conference today to address a violent parking lot encounter this week that led to the arrest of her husband on charges that he attacked her and a male companion.
Friday Jun 13 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Friday Jun 13 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Judge says man facing disbarment either dishonest or ignorant
By Jamie Satterfield, Friday, June 13, 2008
Friday Jun 13 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Channon Christian scholarship awarded
By Jamie Satterfield, Friday, June 13, 2008
That Katie Craze is able to pursue her college dream came at an unthinkable price - the horrific death of a young woman poised to achieve hers.
Friday Jun 13 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Friday Jun 13 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Shootout at club sends two to area hospitals
Kingston votes 4-2 to raise property taxes
Paving under way on national park route
Counterfeiters targeting yard sales
Thursday Jun 12 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville, TN | Authorities investigating missing beer
Authorities in Putnam County are investigating after a local trucking company said $21,500 worth of Coors Light beer was missing.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Vandergriff: 'Wild imagination' led husband to alleged assault
Recording offers details of dispute between husband, candidate
By Don Jacobs, June 11, 2008
A digital audio recording made by Joshua Vandergriff shows numerous allegations of infidelity on the part of his wife, Knox County clerk candidate Amy Henley-Vandergriff, and his displeasure at feeling she was using the campaign as a reason for them to stay married.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Fugitive captured in Mexico guilty on child rape charges
Associated Press, June 11, 2008
A jury has convicted a Kingsport fugitive who fled to Mexico on several charges of child rape and sexual exploitation.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Teen leads high-speed chase with children in stolen pickup
Four of Rogersville's six police cars damaged
Associated Press, June 11, 2008
The wild chase of a stolen pickup truck in northeast Tennessee resulted in the capture of the suspect but also damaged four of Rogersville's six city police cars.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Public Defender asks judges to stop assigning misdeanor cases
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Amy Henley Vandergriff's husband arrested for assault
Katie Allison Granju
The husband of the Democratic candidate for Knox County Clerk, Amy Henley Vandergriff, was arrested for assault Tuesday afternoon in West Knoxville.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Loudon police ID woman whose body was found by Scouts
By Hugh G. Willett, June 11, 2008
The Loudon police department has released the identity of a woman whose decomposing body was found under a bridge Monday night.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Pigeon Forge officer shot at; two arrested; drugs, guns seized
Pigeon Forge police officers investigating a burglary were shot at when they attempted to discuss the crime with two men at apartments on Upper Middle Creek Road.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Complaint requests Ragsdale's ouster
District attorney to investigate list of claims against county mayor
By Rebecca Ferrar, Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Youngsters find body of woman under bridge
Officials ID man killed in weekend wreck
Police: No foul play suspected in death
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.fox5vegas.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Metro: Child Was In Car For 17 Hours
LAS VEGAS -- A toddler who was found dead inside a car Monday had been left in the vehicle for 17 hours, police said.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.cnn.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Girls' shooting deaths rattle Oklahoma town
Residents of a small Oklahoma town were warned Tuesday that the shooting deaths of two schoolgirls may be the work of someone who lives in the area.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville, TN | Southern Baptists decline to create sexual predator database
A top leader at the Southern Baptist Convention's annual meeting urged fellow Baptists to drive sexual predators out of the churches.
Wednesday Jun 11 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville, TN | Golf tournament to benefit girl fighting cancer
Tuesday Jun 10 | WBIR-TV Knoxville
Petersen: Cutting UT programs was necessary
University of Tennessee President John Petersen said cutting academic programs at the Knoxville campus was necessary to offset a $21 million budget cut without increasing tuition by double-digits. Peterson told ...
Tuesday Jun 10 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
By ANNE PAINE
TVA releases billions of gallons of heated water into the Tennessee River each year, and the electricity-producer is on a path to release more, but the state-issued permit that allows the agency's Watts Bar ...
Tuesday Jun 10 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
A police dog tracked down one of two men suspected of an early-morning home invasion Monday, Oak Ridge Police Chief David Beams said.
Tuesday Jun 10 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Dissatisfaction with Central High aired
Parents, students compile comments for county officials
By Lola Alapo, Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Tuesday Jun 10 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Bible-study lawsuit parties in mediation
Student's parents agree to school officials' request
By Jamie Satterfield, Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Tuesday Jun 10 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Discovery of problem with root system means maples will fall for roadway widening
By Bob Fowler Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Tuesday Jun 10 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
FBI report shows Memphis ranks 2nd for violent crime
Associated Press, June 10, 2008
According to an FBI report, Memphis ranks second in the nation for violent crime in 2007 among other large cities.
Tuesday Jun 10 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Goetz says non-AT&T; bids didn't follow rules
By Tom Humphrey, Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Finance Commissioner Dave Goetz on Monday cleared the way for AT&T to be awarded a 10-year, $600 million contract to operate a statewide government telecommunications network, despite complaints and questions.
Tuesday Jun 10 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Tennessee's oldest death row inmate dies
Ford corruption trial expected to last month
State House candidate charged with DUI
Governor names two to state appeals courts
Monday Jun 9 | www.volunteertv.com | Posted by NightSerf
East Tennessee teen dubbed best-in-the-nation Tae Kwan Do competitor
Monday Jun 9 | www.wate.com | Posted by NightSerf
Woman found dead in West Knoxville apartment
Knox County deputies are investigating a woman's death Monday. Deputies say the woman's boyfriend found her dead in the bedroom of her Pines apartment Monday, located on Francis road in West Knoxville.
Monday Jun 9 | www.wate.com | Posted by NightSerf
Twin brother of drive-by shooting victim says he saw it happen
By HANA KIM, Good Morning Tennessee Reporter
On Monday, the twin brother of a drive-by-shooting victim was overcome with emotion as he recounted the incident that put Jimmy Carey in the hospital.
Monday Jun 9 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Disabled teenager rescues elderly woman
By: Yvette Martinez
A tight-knit neighborhood is praying for a neighbor who had a stroke this weekend, while also celebrating a young hero who came to her rescue.
Monday Jun 9 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Deputies: Man shot in face following argument
By: Taz Painter
County Sheriff's Deputies were investigating a shooting that happened late Sunday night.
Monday Jun 9 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
One arrested, one sought in Oak Ridge home invasion robbery
By Don Jacobs, June 9, 2008
Police this morning arrested one man and are seeking a second in connection with the home invasion robbery of the residence of an Oak Ridge woman and her children.
Monday Jun 9 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Blount authorities: Motorcyclist killed near Walland
By Robert Wilson, June 9, 2008
A man believed to be a Knoxville resident was killed in a motorcycle accident on U.S. Highway 321 near Walland about 7 p.m. Monday, according to the Blount County Sheriff's Office.
Monday Jun 9 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Missing mayor at 1st budget hearing raises questions ahead of 2nd
By Rebecca Ferrar, Monday, June 9, 2008
Monday Jun 9 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Tennessee's oldest death row inmate dies
The Tennessee Department of Correction says the state's oldest and longest serving death row inmate has died of natural causes.
Monday Jun 9 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Teachers forced to change churches or leave Christian school
A teacher at a Christian school in Columbia says she is retiring after the board told her and four others to switch churches or leave.
Monday Jun 9 | www.ireport.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Arlington Funeral Terrible weather
I was standing in Arlington Cemetery in V.A when a huge storm was rolling in. I noticed these Air force Airmen standing so perfectly still.
Sunday Jun 8 | www.wate.com | Posted by NightSerf
Alcoa man arrested after stabbing
Detectives in Alcoa are investigating a stabbing that occurred at a Ken-Jo gas station on Alcoa Highway Sunday evening.
Sunday Jun 8 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Murder/Suicide claims lives of twin brothers
By: Elise Stephens
Two twin brothers are dead after a double shooting in the Parkers Lake area of McCreary County.
Sunday Jun 8 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Specialist to help search for Ohio man in Norris Lake
By Darren Dunlap, Monday, June 9, 2008
An underwater search specialist from Idaho will help members of the LaFollette Rescue Squad in their continuing search for an Ohio man who went overboard in Norris Lake two weeks ago and never resurfaced.
Sunday Jun 8 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Anderson/Blount briefs: June 9 : Local News : Knoxville News Sentinel
Oak Ridge teen indicted in drag racing incident
Man who made 'ominous' call pleads guilty to lesser charge
Sunday Jun 8 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Couple dead in alleged murder-suicide
Feds investigating investment scam
7-year-old boy drowns in community pool
6-year-old boy dies from gunshot wound
Sunday Jun 8 | www.metropulse.com | Posted by JohnT15
Metro Pulse: East Tennessee Television and Film Commission to Lose Funding
Knox County Commissioners considering budget cuts for the fiscal year beginning July 1 is making it likely that the East Tennessee Television and Film Commission will lose its primary funding source.
Sunday Jun 8 | www.wate.com | Posted by NightSerf
Greene County couple dead in murder suicide
A Greene County couple died late Saturday afternoon in what authorities are terming a murder/suicide. Greene County Sheriff Steve Burns said the dead are Roger Gosnell, 45, and Sherry Gosnell, 41.
Sunday Jun 8 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Feds investigating Chattanooga trader for investment scam
Federal investigators are looking into more than 100 reports of an investment scam involving a Chattanooga foreign currencies trader with offices in multiple states.
Sunday Jun 8 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
One person dead, two hospitalized after I-40 vehicle crash
By Matt Lakin, Sunday, June 8, 2008
A fiery head-on crash Saturday near Kingston killed a woman and might have claimed two more lives if not for the work of a band of unidentified Good Samaritans, authorities said.
Sunday Jun 8 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Clinton man lying in road, killed by pickup
Loudon man killed when minivan flips
Military rocket found on golf course
Juvenile crime plan concerns Memphis
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Police worry changes could free violent juveniles
Associated Press, June 7, 2008
Memphis authorities worry that a change in the way violent youths are locked up could cause a spike in juvenile crime.
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Inspectors find problems at Tennessee nursing homes
' State inspections have uncovered an unprecedented number of dangerous living conditions at nursing homes during the past year.
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
ETSU says stolen computer could lead to identity theft
East Tennessee State University has sent a letter to 6,200 people whose identities could be compromised by the theft of a desktop computer.
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Elderly man killed lying in road near Clinton
By Matt Lakin, June 7, 2008
An 83-year-old man died Saturday when a pickup ran over him as he lay in the road, authorities said.
Saturday Jun 7 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Couple survives overnight shooting
By: Elise Stephens
The Knoxville Police Department is looking for the suspect behind an overnight shooting in East Knoxville.
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Saturday Jun 7 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
House's defense argues $500k bond unreasonable
By Jamie Satterfield, Saturday, June 7, 2008
MAYNARDVILLE - After nearly 23 years on death row and two years after the nation's highest court questioned his conviction, a wheelchair-bound Paul Gregory House is one step closer to a new trial but not freedom.
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
DCS says teen inmate's deal a well-intentioned mistake by authorities
By Matt Lakin, Saturday, June 7, 2008
When a juvenile inmate wouldn't stop making jailhouse knives, state officials put his talents to use.
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
County wants contractor to pay for fixes at school
By Lola Alapo, Saturday, June 7, 2008
The Knox County Law Department plans to sue the former contractor of Dogwood Elementary School to recoup funds for remedial work the school system is now having to perform.
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
State set to award huge contract without considering other bids
By Tom Humphrey, Saturday, June 7, 2008
After rejecting competing bids without opening them, state officials are poised to award a $600 million, 10-year contract to AT&T for operating a statewide telecommunications network.
Saturday Jun 7 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Standoff ends in arrest of agent
Three arrested in bank robbery
Man indicted on 1975 slaying charge
No Scopes trial re-enactment play
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by JohnT15
County wants contractor to pay for fixes at school
County wants contractor to pay for fixes at school By Lola Alapo Saturday, June 7, 2008 The Knox County Law Department plans to sue the former contractor of ...
Friday Jun 6 | | Posted by Bailey3017
Haslam Scholars and local Pre-school meet with Bruce Pearl
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Bonnaroo: Music, traffic await expected 80,000 festival-goers
The annual Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival next week will balloon the population of Manchester in Coffee County by more than 80,000 people.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Rescue operation: Fireman's commitment puts Alcoa's stone fortress back in shape
Photo: Clay Owen
Built to stand 1,000 years past an Armageddon that never came, Millennium Manor sits on an Alcoa street corner like a mysterious marble castle.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Suspect indicted in '75 murder of Nashville Girl Scout
Erik Schelzig, Associated Press, June 6, 2008
Nashville's district attorney general has announced the indictment of a suspect in the 1975 slaying of 9-year-old Marcia Trimble, who disappeared while delivering Girl Scout cookies.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Jewelry Television faces second false advertising suit
By Carly Harrington, June 6, 2008
A second false advertising lawsuit has been filed against Knoxville based Jewelry Television. This week a Sevierville couple filed suit against the shopping network in Knox County Circuit Court.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Reports: Goody's likely to file Ch. 11 bankruptcy
Friday Jun 6 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville, TN | Thousands worth of vases stolen from Campbell cemetery
On the outer edge of La Follette, Woodlawn Cemetery is just about as quiet an area you'll find most Thursday afternoons in East Tennessee.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Cornered, suspect in deputy slaying fatally shoots self
Bill Poovey, Associated Press, June 6, 2008
A man suspected of killing a sheriff's deputy and wounding another officer has died after authorities say he shot himself at the end of a daylong manhunt, a hospital supervisor said.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Knoxville man charged in stabbing death of brother
By Don Jacobs, June 6, 2008
Police charged a man in connection with the stabbing death of his brother after he allegedly harassed relatives at the residence where the slaying occurred and new evidence was found.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Judge sets House bond at $500k; he remains jailed until hearing
By Jamie Satterfield, June 6, 2008
MAYNARDVILLE - A Union County judge this morning set what is largely a symbolic bond amount for death-row inmate Gregory Paul House.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
KFD: Discarded cigarette ignites mulch; blaze destroys building
By Don Jacobs, June 6, 2008
Fire investigators are blaming a cigarette tossed into mulch as the cause of a blaze that consumed a profession office building this morning along Clinton Highway.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Witnesses: Knoxville boy struck by car in hit-and-run
A young boy was rushed to an area hospital tonight after he was struck by a hit-and-run driver while walking home from vacation Bible school in Northwest Knoxville, according to witnesses.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Safeguards let athletes compete in the heat
By Steve Ahillen, Friday, June 6, 2008
Whirling industrial fans offer a steady hum amid the staccato of basketball shoes squeaking and coaches shouting at the Fulton High School gymnasium Thursday afternoon.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Idea offered to increase funding for nonprofits
County commissioner wants to redirect $1 million in budget
By Rebecca Ferrar, Friday, June 6, 2008
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Senter found guilty of being top drug dealer
By Jamie Satterfield, Friday, June 6, 2008
It was a pretty bold claim for a federal prosecutor to make of the decision on an accused cocaine conspiracy leader's guilt: "It's a no-brainer."
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Circuit court clerk to provide info to judge on Monday
By Robert Wilson, Friday, June 6, 2008
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Confederate marker to be dedicated
A grave marker for a Confederate soldier from Morgan County will be dedicated Saturday at the annual Confederate Decoration Day ceremony, beginning at 11 a.m. in Old Gray Cemetery, 543 N. Broadway.
Friday Jun 6 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Metal scrap causes wreck on Alcoa Hwy.
Suspect in slaying of deputy shoots self
City budget meeting erupts in fistfight
Thursday Jun 5 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
UPDATE: UT officer disciplined over YouTube bike stunt
The University of Tennessee Police Department said Wednesday it has disciplined the officer whose failed bicycle trick landed him on YouTube.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Knox robbery suspects arrested in South Carolina
By Katie Allison Granju
Three people accused of robbing a Mascot bank last month were arrested Wednesday in Walhalla, South Carolina, according to a media release from the Knox County Sheriff's Department.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
State issues citation for unlawful tire dump that caught fire
By J.J. Stambaugh, June 5, 2008
A large scrap rubber fire in North Knoxville last month has led state environmental regulators to issue a notice of violation against the people that officials have deemed responsible for the illegal dumping of thousands of tires.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Man charged with attempted murder of deputy caught
Associated Press, June 5, 2008
Maryville police have captured a Louisiana man charged with attempting to murder a sheriff's deputy after he struck the deputy with a stolen vehicle while trying to flee.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Drug ring leader guilty, will get mandatory life sentence
By Jamie Satterfield, June 5, 2008
Toby Senter was convicted this afternoon of conspiracy to distribute cocaine, sending him to prison for life because he has two prior felony drug convictions.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Judge: Reporters can cover statutory rape hearing involving student, former teacher
By Bob Fowler, June 5, 2008
Reporters can cover the sentencing hearing for a former teacher who pleaded guilty to having sex with a 15-year-old girl, but they can't film or record the girl should she appear in court.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Old South High School sold at auction
By Jessie Pounds, June 5, 2008
The dilapidated former South High School sold today at public auction to buyer Bahman Kasraei for $117,700. For Kasraei — a former South Knoxvillian who said he owns several single-family homes in the Knoxville area — the purchase was an impulse buy.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
2 law enforcement officers shot in Grundy County
Slain deputy's gun missing; 2nd officer grazed by bullet
Bill Poovey, Associated Press , June 5, 2008
Thursday Jun 5 | www.cnn.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Marines' youngest to get Medal of Honor dies at 80
Jack Lucas, who at 14 lied his way into military service during World War II and became the youngest Marine to receive the Medal of Honor, died Thursday in a Hattiesburg, Mississippi, hospital.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Slashed budget forces tough choices at UT
3 academic programs to be among casualties of cuts at local campus
By Darren Dunlap, Thursday, June 5, 2008
University of Tennessee Interim Chancellor Jan Simek can remember deeper budget cuts at the Knoxville campus. That's not much comfort, however, for the 25-year faculty member, who recently guided the campus through $11.1 million in budget cuts for the next fiscal year.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Motion seeks to limit coverage of sentencing
By Bob Fowler, Thursday, June 5, 2008
Motions filed Wednesday afternoon seek to exclude media coverage of a sentencing hearing Friday for a former schoolteacher convicted of aggravated statutory rape and to keep the victim from having to testify.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Testimony details suspect's personal problems
By Jamie Satterfield, Thursday, June 5, 2008
Ripped off by his own father, set up by his girlfriend, tricked by his supplier and robbed by petty thieves, Toby Tobias Senter was talking murderous vengeance when a federal wiretap went dead, federal court testimony showed.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Nursing home suspension lifted
Serene Manor penalized after violations found
By Kristi L. Nelson, June 5, 2008
The Tennessee Department of Health lifted a suspension on admissions to Serene Manor Medical Center nursing home Wednesday after it publicly announced earlier that day that new admissions to the nursing home were suspended May 27.
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Anderson/Blount briefs: June 5
New heads of Anderson technical center named
Bluegrass concert set for 'First Friday' series
Thursday Jun 5 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
New law to streamline voting in Knox County
Policeman accused of soliciting 15-year-old
Suspect surrenders after assault on officer
Official tally: 13 killed over holiday weekend
TennCare advocate wins milestone award
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
By J.J. Stambaugh, June 4, 2008
A Knoxville man apparently was stabbed to death during a fight last night, and police have detained a suspect in the slaying, according to the Knoxville Police Department.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Knox commissioners make changes on charter amendments
By Rebecca Ferrar, June 4, 2008
Knox County commissioners - who refused to put nine separate charter amendments on the ballot on behalf of the citizen group Knox Charter Petition - decided not to combine its own proposed amendments, despite the Law Department's effort.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Workers stop leak in gas line near Maryville facility for elderly
By Robert Wilson, June 4, 2008
MARYVILLE - Atmos Energy personnel plugged a ruptured gas line behind Maryville Towers around 12:20 p.m.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Nursing home hopes for new eval today after admissions suspended
By Kristi L. Nelson, June 4, 2008
New admissions to Serene Manor Medical Center nursing home have been suspended effective May 27, the state reported Wednesday.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.foxnews.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Boy, 10, Dies After Swallowing Swimming Pool Water
A 10-year-old South Carolina boy died last weekend several hours after he swallowed water in a swimming pool.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.ireport.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Confederate Flag Conterversy In Tampa FL on I-75
This is the sight of the Sons of Confederate Veterans memorial park located directly next to the largest interstate in Central Florida.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.wate.com | Posted by Bailey3017
All DUI offenders now required to serve 48 hours
Anyone convicted of drunken driving will have to serve at least 48 hours in jail under a measure signed into law by Gov.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.volunteertv.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Gas stations putting holds on bank cards?
Some local gas stations are putting holds higher than a hundred dollars on your bank account when you use a debit card.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.volunteertv.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Operation Roadcheck 2008 checks big rig safety
The Tennessee Highway Patrol warns big rigs cause big problems. That's why troopers are cracking down on truck safety across the entire state.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville, TN | Parker named WNBA Rookie of the Month
Former Tennessee Lady Vols Candace Parker was named the WNBA's rookie of the month for the season's first month.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.wate.com | Posted by NightSerf
Search in Knoxville for missing Scott Co. teen girl
Scott County investigators are asking for the public's help to find a missing teen girl who may be in Knoxville.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.wate.com | Posted by NightSerf
Hundreds donating plasma for gas money
By KRISTYN HENTSCHEL
A growing number of people are heading to the Knoxville Plasma Center, in hopes of easing the pain at the gas pump.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.wate.com | Posted by NightSerf
Authorities beef up interstate patrols during SmartFIX 40
By HANA KIM, Good Morning Tennessee Reporter
It's been more than a month since the state shut down a section of I-40 through downtown Knoxville for the SmartFIX 40 project and officers have increased patrols to catch speeders.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Catalytic converter thefts climbing
By: Yvette Martinez
Knoxville Police say 83 catalytic converter thefts were reported in the city since January.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Failed bike trick on the clock could cost officer
By: Anthony Welsch
A YouTube video of a failed bike stunt may have a pair of U.T. Police officers in trouble with the department. Editor's note: the article includes a link to the video.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Chase follows gasoline theft in Greene Co.
Knox drive-offs at steady level since Katrina, police say
By Marti Davis, Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Teen to be evaluated before trial decision
By Matt Lakin, Wednesday, June 4, 2008
The teenage runaway accused of trying to kill an 86-year-old woman will wait a little longer to learn whether he'll be tried as an adult.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Dismissed trooper part of growing list alleging unfair treatment
By Jamie Satterfield, Wednesday, June 4, 2008
A Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper refused to play politics with his superiors and wound up suspended for two weeks on bogus claims, harassed and threatened, a federal lawsuit claims.
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Methods to change charter at issue
Commission could gain more control over review committee
By Rebecca Ferrar, Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Wednesday Jun 4 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Fire damages church in North Knoxville
Police: Mother admits retaliation bite of baby
Court rejects Looper's conviction appeal
Viewing of fireflies begins this weekend
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Frank: Knox County may have to close libraries : Local News : Knoxville News Sentinel
Some of Knox County's 19 library branches may be on the chopping block because of Knox County budget cuts.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.wate.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Gas tops $4.00 a gallon, drivers still filling up
Many drivers hoped Tennessee would be immune to gas prices going over $4.00 a gallon, but a Texaco station in Gatlinburg has passed the mark and it's not keeping drivers away.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville, TN | Flashing in synch: Firefly show starting in Elkmont
The Smoky Mountains' big natural light show is about to begin. Synchronous fireflies are beginning their mating season near Elkmont in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville, TN | AP: Clinton to concede
Hillary Rodham Clinton will concede Tuesday night that Barack Obama has the delegates to secure the Democratic nomination, campaign officials said, effectively ending her bid to be the nation's first female ...
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville, TN | Mother of teen shot by police files suit
The mother of a teenage robbery suspect is suing the Maryville Police Department and the officers who gunned him down.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.wate.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Strawberry farmer's fruit crop gone for the second year
Hundreds of families were disappointed to learn they couldn't pick strawberries at their favorite Knox County farm for the second year in a row.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.wate.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Authorities with the Scott County Sheriff's Office say a boy was struck and killed by a train Monday evening.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.cnn.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Hulk Hogan's son wants change in jail term
Solitary confinement isn't sitting well with Hulk Hogan's son. Lawyer Kevin Hayslett filed a motion asking for different accommodations for Nick Bollea.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
By Jamie Satterfield, Tuesday, June 3, 2008
The mother of an armed robber fatally shot by police has filed a $1 million civil-rights lawsuit against the Maryville Police Department.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Judge moves to ban Moncier in Ky.
Defense attorney says 2 justices have been communicating
By Jamie Satterfield, Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
City manager urges red-light camera talks
Foes of red-light cameras issued warning signals Monday evening, saying City Council should think twice before forging ahead with such a system.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Loudon considers $50 wheel tax
The Loudon County Commission voted unanimously Monday night to put a $50 wheel tax initiative on the August ballot.
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Anderson and Blount briefs: June 3
Hearing reset in theft, fatal wreck case
Abandoned home fire, threat being probed
Man allegedly beat stepfather with cane
Tuesday Jun 3 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Unlicensed teen killed in Newport wreck
Knox man charged in pharmacy burglaries
Six-week closure of Glenwood Ave. begins
Snake starts McMinn fire, power outage
Monday Jun 2 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
A short drive home; 'a long road to recovery'
Photo by Saul Young
Knoxville Police Department Officer Norman Rickman offered a smile and a thumbs up sign this afternoon as he was wheeled out of the University of Tennessee Medical Center.
Monday Jun 2 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Authorities: Boy struck by train, killed in Scott Co.
A boy was killed Monday tonight when he ran onto a railroad track and was struck by a Norfolk Southern train in Scott County, authorities said.
Monday Jun 2 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Suits filed against former Ragsdale aide and assistant
By David Keim, June 2, 2008
As promised, Knox County Law Director John Owings filed suit this afternoon against former community services director Cynthia Finch and Mayor Mike Ragsdale's former chief executive assistant, Margie Loyd.
Monday Jun 2 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
$20K Ragsdale account focus of $640.7M budget hearing
By Rebecca Ferrar, June 2, 2008
Knox County commissioners spent about an hour this afternoon grilling Mayor Mike Ragsdale's staff on a $20,000 expense account the mayor receives.
Monday Jun 2 | www.wate.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville E-911 manager hospitalized after ruptured aorta
The Knox County E-911 technical services manager is in stable condition after collapsing at work with a ruptured aorta.
Monday Jun 2 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
Knoxville, TN | KPD: Injured officer to leave hospital
Knoxville Police say Officer Norman Rickman is being released from UT Medical Center Monday afternoon.
Monday Jun 2 | www.wbir.com | Posted by Bailey3017
School says she's too young to be valedictorian
Posted By: Affiliate A Texas teen who has the highest grade-point-average in her high school's history will not be named class valedictorian.
Monday Jun 2 | www.wate.com | Posted by NightSerf
An 18-year-old Clarksville woman was found shot and killed next to her car just outside the Oak Grove city limits.
Monday Jun 2 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Unlicensed teen, 15, dies in crash
Authorities this morning were investigating the death of an unlicensed 15-year-old Dandridge boy who crashed a car on U.S. 25/70. Dwayne A. Walker died in the 2:36 a.m. crash, according to a report filed by Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper Kevin Stroup.
Monday Jun 2 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Authorities find body of bridge jumper
Memphis newspaper sues for records
13-year-old driver's mom faces charges
Museum gets first Swift airplane
Monday Jun 2 | www.newschannel5.com | Posted by NightSerf
Knoxville Storm to start in November
Associated Press - June 1, 2008
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - The American Basketball Association is returning to Knoxville.
Sunday Jun 1 | WATE-TV Knoxville
Sunday Jun 1 | www.wate.com | Posted by NightSerf
Bottle of brown Windex helps flunk Mexican restaurant
Lowest score of week: Margaritas at 8088 Kingston Pike - Grade: 65
By DON DARE, Food for Thought Reporter
KNOXVILLE (WATE) -- Cleanliness was a major problem at a Mexican style restaurant this week when a Knox County health inspector paid a visit.
Sunday Jun 1 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
"Park and Play" benefit for injured KPD officer
By: Laura Headlee
Knoxville Police Officer Norman Rickman continues to improve after he was shot several times while responding to a burglary call on May 20th.
Sunday Jun 1 | www.wbir.com | Posted by NightSerf
Knox volunteers worry they wasted their time
By: Kay Watson
Knox County leaders will start dividing up taxpayer money among all kinds of departments and causes Monday. But volunteers who stepped up months ago to help with the budget process are angry this weekend.
Sunday Jun 1 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Sunday Jun 1 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Taxpayers' money can't be used to defend judge
By J.J. Stambaugh, Sunday, June 1, 2008
A temporary restraining order has been filed against numerous Cocke County officials that prevents them from spending taxpayer dollars to defend a local judge who faces disciplinary action for alleged misconduct.
Sunday Jun 1 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Red-light cameras topic for workshop
An overview of the city's proposal to install red-light cameras at up to 10 major intersections will be given Monday at an Oak Ridge City Council workshop.
Sunday Jun 1 | www.knoxnews.com | Posted by NightSerf
Police investigating 2-month-old's death
Traffic deaths down in '07 and year to date
Tenn. woman found dead outside car
Police: Kingsport man killed by train
Sunday Jun 1 | WATE-TV Knoxville
State lifts suspension order at Knoxville nursing home
The state has lifted the suspension of admissions at Hillcrest - West nursing home in West Knoxville, effective May 22.