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An animal neglect case has the attention of investigators in Blount County | wbir.com
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (68+ words) Animal Control removed 25 animals from a residence on Reagan Mill Road. However, the rescue put Blount County's animal shelter over capacity. An animal neglect case has the attention of investigators in Blount County To stream WBIR on your phone, you…...
ACSO: Anderson County Sheriff's Office K-9, Axel, dies after 7 years of service
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (208+ words) ANDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. " K-9 Axel, a police dog who served with the Anderson County Sheriff's Office for more than seven years, died Friday, March 6, 2026, the agency announced. Axel began his service with the sheriff's office in April 2018 and worked alongside his…...
Dog treats recalled in 5 states over salmonella risk
1+ week, 4+ day ago (236+ words) WASHINGTON " A brand of dog treats has been recalled in five states because it might be contaminated with salmonella, according to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration notice. Louisiana-based Elite Treats recalled a single lot of Elite Treats Chicken Chips for…...
Family thanks KFD for saving pup in apartment fire
2+ week, 5+ day ago (376+ words) KNOXVILLE, Tenn " Kaplyn the coonhound was trapped in her apartment when a fire broke out at the Collective at Sutherland back in Dec. 2025. According to the Knoxville Fire Department, more than 30 crew members were dispatched to the complex, and more…...
Woman arrested, charged for animal abuse, neglect after investigation in Cocke County
2+ week, 5+ day ago (147+ words) After a Cocke County lieutenant rescued a dog during a snowstorm, police have arrested and charged Joan Verna Ayers, 54. Woman arrested, charged for animal abuse, neglect after investigation in Cocke County To stream WBIR on your phone, you need the…...
Retired Blount County K-9 passes away at 14
3+ week, 2+ day ago (152+ words) K-9 Toby was a German Shepherd and served with the Blount County Sheriff's Office from 2016 to 2024. BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn " The Blount County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of a retired K-9 who ... Retired Blount County K-9 passes away at 14 BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn…...
Knoxville police search for attempted dognapper
3+ week, 4+ day ago (112+ words) Knoxville police are investigating a man's attempted dog theft near Forest Park Boulevard, asking for public assistance to identify the suspect. Knoxville police search for attempted dognapper KNOXVILLE, Tenn. " The Knoxville Police Department said detectives are looking to identify a…...
New Tennessee law allows 'facility dogs' in courtrooms with judge's approval
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (191+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. " A new Tennessee law allows facility dogs to be used to help victims and witnesses testify in courtrooms with a judge's approval." The Tennessee Legislature passed the law in April 2025." According to the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference,…...
TDOT worker tracks down dog in the snow, after it escapes in Knoxville crash
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (314+ words) KNOXVILLE, Tenn " David Wortham has worked through many snowstorms during his nearly 28-year tenure at the Tennessee Department of Transportation. He has worked a lot of crashes, but one on Saturday near TDOT headquarters in Knoxville left more than tire…...
TDOT worker tracks lost dog through the snow, reunites him with his family
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (130+ words) KNOXVILLE, Tenn. " With the chilly winter weather, here's a tale that might warm your heart. A TDOT worker'tracked a lost dog for more than a mile through the snow to get him home safe. TDOT Spokesperson Mark Nagi posted the…...