Current Knoxville weather includes fog and mist with low visibility and humidity at 100%. Calm winds and a high of 66°F expected. Showers and thunderstorms predicted for the weekend, with a chance of snow showers Sunday night.

Gatlinburg's 36th Winter Magic Kickoff and Chili Cookoff is set to begin, with Parkway road closures starting at 9 a.m. and festivities from 5-9 p.m. including a lights display at 6 p.m.

A wrong-way driver in Knoxville hit a bus and another vehicle, causing minor injuries. Charges are pending against the driver, who tried to flee but was caught by police.

ORNL, NVIDIA, and HPE are collaborating to integrate quantum computing with AI and HPC, aiming to advance scientific computing and maintain U.S. leadership in the field.

A serious crash on I-40 West near Strawberry Plains Pike caused substantial traffic delays in Knoxville, as reported by the Knoxville Police Department.

Emergency operations have led to the closure of the right lane on East Tri-County Boulevard into town at Highway 61, with the Oliver Springs Fire Department advising caution and alertness for the safety of all.

A fire in Fentress County, Tennessee, resulted in one fatality and a total loss of the residence involved. Fire Chief Cooper emphasized the importance of fire preparedness.

The National Weather Service Morristown TN forecasts a 40% chance of showers and cool temperatures for east Tennessee, with snow possible on high peaks. Clearing is expected with a mostly sunny weekend ahead.

A study of the Richard L. Bean Juvenile Center in Knox County identified issues including staff overtimes and security lapses, recommending comprehensive changes.

Marcus Kirk was arrested in Tennessee after a joint narcotics investigation; he was found with suspected meth, heroin, and OxyCodone during a traffic stop.

The NWS forecasts a week of wet weather for Knoxville, with high chances of showers and occasional gusty winds, easing into better conditions by Friday.

The Loudon County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee celebrated National First Responders Day, honoring emergency personnel on social media for their commitment to service.

Madisonville Police appointed Officer Andy Cline as the School Resource Officer for Monroe County Alternative School, an initiative supported by local officials and funded through a state grant.