Sgt. Nathan Carman of the Johnson City Police Department is promoted to lieutenant, praised for leadership, integrity, and teamwork by Chief Billy Church.

Kingsport is hosting a free skatepark event on May 17 with activities, raffles, giveaways, food trucks, and community sponsors to celebrate the start of summer and end of the school year.

Former Tennessee Football wide receiver Bru McCoy announced his medical retirement from the sport due to injury concerns, though he remains committed to his non-profit work with Huddle for Hearts.

Multiple East Tennessee law enforcement agencies are collaborating to host a Child Safety Seat Event at Knoxville's Chilhowee Park on May 10, aiming to ensure the proper use and installation of child car seats.

ORNL developed a machine learning predictive model to simulate the electrical grid's response to fluctuations, maintaining accuracy with less than 5% error while protecting proprietary technology details.

Jesse Labbé is the new director of ORNL's Biosciences Division, focusing on linking scientific discovery with practical applications in various sectors, including energy and healthcare.

Rural Metro Fire used new equipment to rescue an injured hiker on a North Knoxville trail, highlighting the importance of their recent specialized training and technology in emergency responses.

Madisonville Police arrested a wanted individual, Christopher Ryan Mclemore, after a vehicle pursuit and a collision with a patrol car. He faces multiple charges including felony evading and possession of drug paraphernalia.

The Pigeon Forge Police Department is seeking public help to find Lisa Green, who has been missing for weeks, with the last sighting in the Pigeon Forge/Sevierville area.

Researchers at ORNL and UC Boulder used gene-silencing to improve stress responses in photosynthetic bacteria, potentially accelerating the development of biofuels and bioproducts.

Brenton Myers reunited with the Loudon County first responders who saved him after a severe car crash, expressing gratitude for their role in his ongoing recovery, including the amputation of his legs.

Former Blount County teacher Joseph Dalton's six-month probation sentence for misdemeanor assault leads to community protests and calls for justice system reform.

Tennessee Businesses Against Trafficking is hosting a free workshop on May 14 to educate local businesses on preventing human trafficking. The event is at the Farragut Community Center.