A suspect was taken into custody after an armed standoff following a domestic disturbance in Jefferson City, with no injuries reported and an ongoing investigation.

Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava is named to the 2024 Maxwell Award preseason watch list, highlighting his potential as a standout college football player.

Erika Connolly helped Team USA win a silver medal in the women's 4x100m relay at the Paris Olympics; she swam in the heats but not the final. This adds to her Olympic medal tally, contributing to her legacy as a decorated swimmer.

Researchers used the supercomputer Frontier to predict the synthesis of a potential "superdiamond." The study harnesses Frontier's exascale speed to explore the creation of a superdense carbon material, BC8, under extreme conditions.

Sean Christopher Williams was convicted of escape after a four-day trial in Greeneville, Tenn., with a possible five-year prison term. Sentencing is set for November 18, 2024.

A deadly shooting in Seymour is being investigated by the Blount County Sheriff's Office, with one person detained and charges expected soon. The victim’s identity is withheld pending next of kin notification.

Rural Metro Fire in Knox County appoints Jeffrey Devlin as the new fire chief, succeeding Jerry Harnish, with a background in various roles since 1990 and a vision for the area's growth.

Todd Helton, Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer, and Jim Leyland were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, celebrating their achievements and impact on the sport.

Knoxville police are investigating a shooting at a Shell store; two men exchanged gunfire following a dispute. One was injured, and suspect Dereke Upton, 23, was later charged.

Blount Memorial Hospital plans to join Prisma Health, enhancing local healthcare with a proposed merger to be finalized by the fourth quarter of 2024, involving substantial investments in Blount County.

Angelo McQueen was arrested in Tennessee by the U.S. Marshals, ICE, and INTERPOL for alleged sexual offenses against a minor in the Bahamas. Three children were rescued and placed under care. Dollywood severed ties with McQueen's employer, APDC.

A THP trooper was shot near Cookeville, prompting a search for two suspects. The eastbound I-40 was shut down temporarily. Authorities issued a Blue Alert and are offering a $2,500 reward for information.

Tony Vitello has been named the 2024 National Coach of the Year by Baseball America, adding to his list of accolades, including an earlier recognition by the ABCA.