Traffic stop in Seymour led to drug discovery, and arrests of Tressa Wells, Clayton Douglas, Bredon Keys, and Derrick Jones for various related charges.

Blount County Sheriff's Office hosted a Child Safety Seat event to teach correct installation, with certified technicians helping parents secure their children properly in vehicles.

The Knoxville Police Department announced on Facebook the graduation of 36 new officers from the 2025-A Basic Recruit Class, who will now enter field training.

Knoxville faces a week of persistent heat with highs around 94-95 degrees and 100% humidity, as well as daily chances of showers and thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service.

Dylan Nathaniel Phillips gets a 4-year sentence for leading a multi-county police chase and pointing a weapon at officers.

Sevierville is constructing a new fire station in Kodak to improve emergency response times, driven by the area's population growth and traffic increases. The project includes hiring additional firefighters and expanding public works.

Sevierville Police announce a lane closure on Main Street for electric system expansion work, advising drivers to expect delays and seek alternate routes.

A new statue was unveiled at Knoxville's Thomas Strickland Park nearly a year after the original was stolen. Security cameras have been installed to prevent future thefts.

Loudon County Sheriff's Office, TN, announced promotions of deputies, emphasizing their leadership and service, as shared by Sheriff Davis on social media.

ORETTC is implementing XR technologies for safe training simulations in high-risk scenarios, enhancing remote collaboration, and developing haptic feedback systems for immersive training experiences, advancing NNSA's manufacturing goals.

The Knoxville area is expected to experience summer storms with a 60-80% chance of thunderstorms and high temperatures, with potential severe weather causing wind gusts and flash floods.

A serious crash on N. Broadway at Rose Drive in Knoxville caused significant traffic delays and closed northbound lanes. Authorities are investigating and redirecting traffic; the condition of those involved hasn't been disclosed.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory and JuggerBot 3D collaborate on advancing large-format 3D printing, aiming to print with thermoset polymers and improve thermoplastic printing uniformity. Their partnership has already enhanced material bead consistency.