WVLT-TV (Knoxville, TN)

13 hours ago | wvlt.tv | Heather Haley

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - We have another cooler day with on and off rain and storms. More thunderstorms move in to end the week, then we’ll have showers wind down into the weekend. Be sure you have the WVLT First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android to keep up with the latest forecast details for your location. WHAT TO EXPECTThis morning is mostly cloudy with a few showers at times, after overnight storms. We’re only cooling to around 60 degrees. Some areas of fog are developing this morning.

23 hours ago | wvlt.tv | Evan Lasek

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - This week, the United States Department of Health and Human Services, along with the Food and Drug Administration, announced their plan to phase eight more food dyes out of the American food chain. Previous Coverage: US health officials move to phase out artificial dyes from the food supply“It’s disabling our population, so for those ingredients that we can’t ban legally, we’re going to start informing Americans about what they’re eating,” Robert F.

1 day ago | wvlt.tv | Kelly Ann Kruger

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Animal shelters across the state were encouraged to apply for new grants. The Animal Friendly grants provide money to support spay and neuter services. Their funding comes from specialty license plates that you can get for $35. “Making spay and neuter services more accessible benefits both pets and the community,” State Veterinarian Samantha Beaty, D.V.M. said.

1 day ago | wvlt.tv | Kelly Ann Kruger

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Knoxville Police Department reported an increase in guns being stolen from cars. KPD got 49 reports so far this year of firearms being stolen from cars in city limits. That’s almost double from the same time the previous year, which was 26. They released tips on how to prevent car burglaries; lock your car, take your keys and completely secure your vehicle and remove or safely secure any firearms so they aren’t seen.

1 day ago | wvlt.tv | Kelly Ann Kruger

OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Oak Ridge Police Department is partnering with the Scarboro Community to host a drug takeback event. “Drop off items can be: tablets, capsules, ointments, creams, and liquids,” organizers said. “They will be accepted in their packaging, so no need to take them out of their packages or containers.”Sharp needles nor syringes will be accepted. “Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue,” officials said.