A 17-year-old driver died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-40 in Loudon County, Tennessee, involving a stopped tractor-trailer, a Geo Tracker, and a Mercedes. The teen was not wearing a seatbelt.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is searching for missing person Jared Kendsey Keller, last seen in Tellico Plains on July 9. He may be in a silver 2018 Ford Explorer, Tennessee tag 027-BKPR. Public assistance is requested.

The Blount County Sheriff's Office is participating in the "Slow Down Tennessee" campaign to combat speeding, which is linked to serious accidents. Sheriff Berrong urges drivers to slow down for safety.

The JCPD joins a multi-agency initiative called "Operation Southern Slow Down" to enforce speed limits and reduce speed-related crashes from July 14-20.

A former Tennessee police officer, Connor Cooper, has been indicted for tampering with evidence by shutting off his body and car cameras during a pursuit.

A man was shot in the hand by a deputy while a warrant was being served in South Knox County; TBI is investigating the incident where the man wielded a knife. No deputies were injured.

Interstate 75 in Hamilton County will have lane closures for bridge work starting July 8, as per TDOT. Delays are expected, and police will direct traffic. Drivers are urged to check for updates and comply with the Move Over Law.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol competes in the America's Best-Looking Cruiser contest by AAST, aiming for inclusion in a calendar that supports student scholarships. Voting ends July 11, noon EDT.

Kenyan Roshad Warren from Knoxville was convicted for a DUI crash that killed a pedestrian and seriously injured another; he faces a 10-year max sentence.

The Anderson County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee is promoting road safety, urging drivers to slow down as part of the "Slow Down to Make It Home Safe" campaign.

Knoxville Police played wiffle ball with local youth at the Montgomery Village Boys & Girls Club, followed by a shared meal, as part of community policing efforts.

TDOT is closing sections of I-275 near downtown Knoxville for bridge replacement on two upcoming weekends, urging motorists to use I-40 and I-640 as detours. Upgrades include a new bridge and improved clearance and paths.

Knoxville Police Department - TN announces a support group meeting on July 11 for families affected by drug overdoses, highlighting community solidarity and shared experience of loss.