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A Monmouth man, Brian Boyer, was arrested after a fatal wrong-way crash on westbound I-74 in Knoxville, Knox County, Illinois, killing a motorcyclist and passenger; Boyer faces two counts of felony reckless homicide and two counts of felony DUI and is awaiting his first court appearance.
Tennessee health officials say the state is experiencing several large cyclosporiasis outbreaks, with Knox County reporting mostly travel-related cases. The CDC records 50–199 Tennessee cases since May 1, and Michigan has reported two deaths linked to the outbreak. Preventive steps include thorough washing of raw produce, refrigerating cut or cooked fruits and vegetables, and seeking medical care if symptoms such as explosive diarrhea occur.
Federal authorities say five people were taken into custody in an alleged terror plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, with a Central Ohio man identified as Tycen Proper among the detainees; the FBI and partners disrupted the plan and investigations continue.
A ProPublica analysis reveals that residents in three Knox County zip codes near the University of Tennessee, Whittle Springs, and Lonsdale face a one in 46,000 chance of developing cancer due to formaldehyde exposure. This chemical, prevalent in various industries, poses significant health risks, including respiratory and reproductive issues. While Knox County's cancer risk from formaldehyde is higher than average, it remains within the EPA's acceptable range. The analysis highlights formaldehyde's widespread use and its impact on air quality and public health.
Knox County hospitals are seeing an increase in cases of 'walking pneumonia,' a mild form of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae, according to the local health department. Symptoms initially resemble a chest cold but can develop into more severe conditions requiring hospital care. Dr. Megan Edwards from the Knox County Health Department advises that while the situation is not overly concerning, people should be aware of the symptoms, which can last over 10 days, and seek medical attention if needed. Walking pneumonia is contagious, and those affected should rest at home to prevent spreading the infection.
An endangered eleven-year-old child from Knox County, Tennessee, was found safe at the Tennessee-Georgia line in the custody of Edward Ahrens, 38, who was later killed in an officer-involved shooting after not complying with law enforcement's demands and attempting to run over detectives. The child, previously on the TBI endangered list, was found alive and is now safe, with the investigation being led by the TBI and the involved detectives placed on administrative leave with pay.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating a fatal shooting involving deputies from Knox County. Responding to a domestic call, deputies encountered an armed individual, and shots were fired by both the individual and at least one deputy. The individual was pronounced dead at the scene, while one officer was seriously injured and taken to the hospital. The TBI will determine what led to the escalation and the events leading up to the shooting.
An EF2 tornado with wind gusts of approximately 130 mph hit West Knox County in Tennessee, causing damage to the Lovell Crossing Apartments and displacing residents of over 300 units. The tornado touched down in Hardin Valley and traveled northeast for 3.8 miles before likely dissipating around 2:23 p.m. Crews are also assessing damage in Loudon and Jefferson counties.
A single vehicle crash in Knox County, Tennessee, resulted in the death of the driver after the vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and the road remains closed for repairs.
A tornado watch has been issued for Richland, Crawford, and Knox counties until 11 p.m. due to the possibility of severe weather and potential tornadoes. Residents in these areas are advised to stay alert and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Three people were hospitalized after a two-car crash in Knox County on Westland Drive near Andover View Lane. One person had to be extracted from a vehicle, and all three were taken to a local hospital. The injuries did not appear to be life-threatening, and crews had to reduce one lane on Westland Drive for the clean-up process and further investigation.
Heavy traffic has been reported on I-40 in Knox County as crews work to replace an overhead dynamic message sign. Motorists should expect delays and use caution while driving through the area.