Sam Luther is a reporter based in Knoxville, Tennessee. With a focus on local news, he covers a range of topics including community events, crime, human interest stories, and local government. Sam's work has been featured in WVLT, WBXX, and WMTV NBC 15.
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Sam Luther's coverage is mainly focused on local news, with an emphasis on family and relationships, crime, and public safety. Pitches should center around providing insights or personal stories related to local events in Tennessee, particularly Knoxville. Sources who can provide expert analysis or first-hand accounts of evolving stories such as crime incidents or community events are likely to resonate well.
Given Sam’s focus on breaking news and evolving stories within his local area, timely pitches that offer unique perspectives from individuals involved in these events would be most effective. Additionally, experts in fields related to public safety and education might find opportunities for commentary through outreach efforts.
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Andrew Bowman and Malia Duarte were driving to Alabama when a tire crashed into their car on the interstate.
Linda Coleman lost her home in the flood, and was gifted a new tiny home for free on Thursday night.
By: Sam Luther
Steven Lloyd was killed October 18, as the search for Nicholas Wayne Hamlett continues.
James Welch lost his Del Rio home more than a month ago after flood waters destroyed his home and many others in the area.
Frank Parton, 88, died on Saturday after a months long battle with an illness.
Tren de Aragua is a gang started in Venezuelan prisons and was first spotted in Tennessee back in 2023.
Savannah Copeland was killed in the Broadacres neighborhood in Powell more than three weeks ago.
By: Sam Luther, Akim Powell
Savannah Copeland was killed in the Broadacres neighborhood in Powell more than three weeks ago. (Source: WVLT)
By: Sam Luther, Akim Powell
POWELL, Tenn. ( WVLT /Gray News) - A middle school cheerleader in Tennesse was stabbed to death by a 15-year-old boy, according to authorities.
By: Sam Luther
Savannah Copeland, 13, was killed in the Broadacres neighborhood of Powell last month.
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