The NWS issued a Heat Advisory for Knoxville, warning of heat index values up to 105 and potential severe weather including thunderstorms, damaging winds, and flash flooding. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and cool.

Bays Mountain Park opened a new immersive exhibit, "Discover Our Appalachian Highlands Home," with interactive features such as a lake diorama, wildlife replicas, and sensory stations to educate on the area's ecosystem.

The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for Knoxville until 7 PM with a heat index up to 107 degrees, warning of high heat-related illness risks.

A man is charged with attempted murder for assaulting a deputy with a rock. The deputy is critically injured. Hensley also faces drug charges, with over $2M bail set. The incident was caught on a reality TV show, potentially affecting the trial.

Following WNV detection in mosquitoes, KCHD will spray parts of East Knoxville to reduce transmission risk, including areas around Milligan Street and N Cherry Street. Residents are advised to stay indoors during the treatment.

Madisonville officials remind of legal firework dates within city limits, emphasizing safety and noise control, with times set from 7am-11pm and fines for violations.

KPD conducted a sobriety checkpoint in Knoxville, resulting in numerous citations, warnings, and an arrest for an outstanding burglary warrant. The operation underscores KPD's commitment to road safety and law enforcement.

Bertha Hatmaker, wife of Caryville Fire Chief Eddie Hatmaker and public health worker, has passed away, deeply mourned by the Campbell County community and emergency services.

The Loudon County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit visited Eaton Elementary for community engagement, demonstrating the dogs' skills and building trust with students.

Knoxville is starting construction on a new Burlington Fire Station No. 6 and making streetscape improvements, with a finish date by 2026 at a cost of $8.6 million for the station and $5.1 million for related projects.

Officers Eric Blood and John Morris of the Knoxville Police Department were honored for saving a woman from a drug overdose on April 1, 2025, using Narcan and CPR.

A 17-year-old is charged with felony murder and abuse after the death of Steven Reed in Monroe County. Reed was assaulted and later died; the unnamed minor is in custody.

ORNL researchers have developed a method to enhance carbon fiber composites' strength by improving the bond between fibers and polymer matrix using a hybrid technique involving carbon nanofibers.