A major water line near Newport's water plant was damaged, leading to water service disruptions. Newport Utilities restored service and advised residents on water use post-repair. Schools closed early to reduce demand on the water system.

Kingsport has opened a new recycling center on Industry Drive, offering improved services and accessibility for recyclable materials and construction debris handling.

The Knoxville Police are investigating a suspicious death after a woman was found dead in an apartment on Daylily Drive, with one person detained for questioning.

The National Weather Service forecasts rain, thunderstorms, and dense fog in Knoxville, with high humidity and varying wind speeds expected over the coming days.

A traffic incident on Andersonville Highway at Joe Owen Road downed power lines, prompting road closure and emergency response. The road reopened hours later, but repair work continues.

The Kingsport Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting on Saturday will lead to road closures downtown from 2:30 p.m., affecting Clinchfield Street, Center Streets, and side streets, with festivities starting at 6 p.m.

The trial of Larry McBee, charged with second-degree murder in the shooting of Rural King employee Tristan Smith, is underway as witness testimony and evidence are presented.

The Opportunities in Energy conference in Knoxville focused on Tennessee's advanced energy economy with leaders discussing nuclear and renewable energy innovations.

ORNL's new method for processing spent HEU in Kazakhstan transforms spent nuclear fuel into safer waste by mixing it with other materials and sealing it in concrete.

The Summit supercomputer at OLCF has been given an extension beyond its expected lifespan, enabling vital research in fields such as brain science and aerospace through the SummitPLUS program.

Peter Fuhr of ORNL has been lauded for his innovative work in sensor technology, covering applications from disease detection to infrastructure security, and for his leadership in collaborative and inclusive research.

The TBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Cumberland County where Rodolfo Lima was shot by deputies after he fired at them and refused to drop his weapon.

Former University of Tennessee football coach Bill Battle died at age 82, leaving a legacy of coaching accomplishments and collegiate athletic innovation.