The Sevier County Sheriff’s Office promoted veteran officers Brad Sawyer and Leia Loveday to Administrative Lieutenant, overseeing Communications, Records, and Court Security Divisions.

A fatal shooting at a Knoxville apartment resulted in Michael Velazquez's death. Suspect Wayne Parham is charged with second-degree murder but remains at large. KPD seeks public assistance.

Knoxville faces high heat and afternoon thunderstorms, with temperatures reaching 94 degrees. NWS predicts a continuation of hot weather with potential rain midweek.

Knoxville Police conducted a sweep against aggressive panhandling, resulting in nine citations, four drug-related charges, and three arrests for various offenses.

I-275 in Knox County will be closed for bridge replacement using ABC methods from July 11-14, impacting traffic and requiring use of alternative routes.

Sevier County Fire & Rescue extinguished a commercial fire on Walnut Grove Road with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation. Multiple agencies assisted, and the public is advised to avoid the area.

The Loudon County Sheriff's Office is training deputies on the TASER 10, offering better accuracy and safety features to enhance de-escalation efforts.

Former Oak Ridge officer Zachary Gauthier was indicted on 23 counts of official misconduct after an internal police investigation and subsequent review by the District Attorney.

Edward Kelley from Tennessee received a life sentence for planning a violent campaign against law enforcement, including the FBI, and was found guilty on multiple charges.

Knoxville's foggy morning will give way to sunny skies with temperatures reaching into the 80s, with a trend of hot, sunny weather ahead, according to NWS Knoxville.

Maryville's water service will be temporarily interrupted on Cochran Road between Forest Hill and Raulston Road from 9-11 a.m. for water line relocation.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville has been listed in the Princeton Review's Top 50 Best Value Colleges for 2025, emphasizing UT's academic excellence, affordability, and career outcomes.

Sewer repair in East Memphis causes lane closures on Humphreys Boulevard and Shady Grove, expected to last two months, with a statement from city officials advising of traffic delays.