Firefighters in Knox County, TN, extinguished a significant fire involving a tractor-trailer and car on I-40 West. No one was injured as the vehicle detached before ablaze. Traffic was impacted during cleanup.

Maryville's Raulston Road reopens, while Cochran Road closes for widening. Traffic patterns adjust and an All-Way STOP will be implemented during Phase III of construction.

Cherokee Orchard Road in Gatlinburg will close for emergency slope repairs starting September 22, lasting about two weeks. Blalock Construction will handle the project.

Knoxville is experiencing foggy mornings clearing to sunny skies, with high temperatures around 87°F and calm conditions, according to the NWS forecast.

Former University of Tennessee President John Petersen has passed away at 77, known for both progress and controversy during his tenure from 2004-2009.

The annual elk rut in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is underway, with officials urging visitors to maintain a safe distance from the unpredictable animals.

ORNL collaborates with several national labs and the University of Tennessee to study quantum materials out of equilibrium, leveraging high-performance computing for new insights.

ORNL leads and partners in fusion energy research collaborations, aiming to advance technologies in materials, liquid metal systems, and safety for fusion reactors.

TDOT announces routine bridge inspections on SR 1 in Cumberland County, leading to lane reductions and expected delays on September 16 from 8-11 a.m., weather permitting.

A Knoxville felon received a 45-year sentence for intent to sell fentanyl and cocaine, with prior convictions including aggravated kidnapping and weapon offenses.

Oak Ridge is accepting applications for its Spring 2025 internship program until October 31, 2025, offering part-time, paid positions with flexible scheduling for students.

UT prepares for SEC opener against Georgia with ESPN's "College GameDay" broadcasting live on Sept. 13. The Checker Neyland game will showcase a checkerboard pattern in the stands, and safety measures will be in place for the 3:30 p.m. kickoff.

Monroe County's 911 system faced a disruption due to a battery backup failure, which was discovered after CO2 monitors indicated a toxic leak from overheating batteries. Emergency protocols were enacted promptly.