Knox County is updating parks with new ADA-compliant playgrounds in Hardin Valley, including installations at Hardin Valley Community Park and Melton Hill Park, to enhance accessibility and recreation for the area's growing population.

DeShawn Whited is sentenced to 45.5 years in prison for a series of armed robberies and a carjacking in Knoxville.

The Knoxville Police Department reports a 50% decrease in guns stolen from cars in 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. They encourage the community to lock vehicles and secure valuables.

A Knoxville couple's solar panel system is finally fully operational after over two years and a failed launch, marking the end of a long dispute with Solar Titan.

The Patriot Homes Team is fundraising for new tracking vests for Loudon County's Sheriff K-9 Unit, costing about $500 each, and acknowledging the service of retiring K-9 officers.

Four Knoxville-area basketball players received top honors at the TSSAA awards, with Sydney Mains and Tyler Lee among the winners for their athletic and academic achievements.

Dollywood donates parade flowers to be made into "healing bouquets" for those facing health challenges, carrying out a charitable act in partnership with Random Acts of Flowers.

Dollar Tree Inc. plans to close approximately 1,000 stores due to economic challenges and shifting consumer demands, affecting the Family Dollar and Dollar Tree brands.

A lineman was seriously injured and burned when he was electrocuted by a 7,200-volt line in Greeneville; he's currently receiving treatment at a burn center.

The Loudon County community honored Deputy Jason Scott on the 20th anniversary of his death, recognizing his legacy and sacrifice as a law enforcement officer.

Provectus Biopharmaceuticals Inc. has been granted three U.S. patents for treatments involving rose bengal sodium, covering areas from virology to pediatric cancer and vaccines.

Dalton Knecht of the Tennessee Volunteers basketball team is named SEC Player of the Year, while fans focus on potential success in the upcoming NCAA Tournament over the SEC Tournament.

The TVA renews support for the Tennessee RiverLine project with a $1.5 million investment over three years to improve community engagement and access to the 652-mile regional trail system.