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.

Amber Cheyann Bruce pleaded guilty to animal cruelty in the Zeus case, after the husky mix was found in dire, neglectful conditions in Cumberland County.

Knoxville City Council considers a new intervention program by NICJR to address violence, following severed ties with Turn Up Knox, amid local organizations expressing concerns about being excluded from the process.

Sevierville residents participated in the DEA National Takeback initiative, safely disposing of unused medicines at Walmart, with the Police Department expressing gratitude on social media.

Kingsport invites citizens to a Community Workshop to discuss the city's future. The event on April 30 will help shape the comprehensive plan focusing on growth, infrastructure, and maintaining identity.

The Knoxville Police Department invites East District residents to a community forum at the Knoxville Family Justice Center to discuss local crime issues.