The former MAC Auto Loans site is finally moving into construction, with 144 apartments planned for downtown Knoxville. The project also includes live-work units, retail space and a makers area.

A historic Knoxville building that began as a McGhee mansion could face demolition. Its possible loss puts downtown preservation and redevelopment on a collision course.

A motorcycle rider died after a Clinton Highway collision, while a 9-year-old passenger and SUV driver remained in critical condition.

TDOT says three East Tennessee intersections saw sharply fewer crashes after targeted safety upgrades, including new all-way stops.

Photos show Knoxville crews fighting a working structure fire near Harriet Tubman Street off Magnolia Avenue. Officials did not immediately release details on injuries or cause.

Showers and a few storms are likely today in Knoxville, with a high near 86°F. Brief heavy downpours could cause localized flooding.

A Flood Watch covers southern East Tennessee today as localized heavy rain could spark flash flooding. Expect wet roads and a slow morning commute.

A Flood Watch is in effect for Knoxville on Wednesday as repeated heavy showers and thunderstorms may produce 1–2 inches of rain and localized flooding through the evening.

A 45‑acre tract along Millertown Pike is being cleared for a 123‑unit subdivision after county planners approved a lower‑density plan that preserves steep woods. Construction is now visible from the road.

A Monday evening house fire on West Pines Road in Greene County killed one person and prompted a joint investigation by state and local authorities. The victim was transported to ETSU’s Jenkins Forensic Center for identification.

A Knoxville man is accused of stealing a University of Tennessee golf cart, threatening a couple outside UTMC and flipping the cart on Alcoa Highway; he faces four felony counts.

Afternoon storms are likely in Knoxville, with peak risk about 2–5 p.m. and a heat index near 96°F. Cooling centers are available; call 2‑1‑1 to confirm hours.

Showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon with highs near 88°F. Expect brief heavy downpours and gusty winds.