A Claiborne County detective was arrested after a traffic stop and faces implied‑consent, open‑container and firearm‑related charges. The sheriff’s office has placed him on leave while state troopers investigate.

A federal judge dismissed a Knoxville firefighters' lawsuit over the city's 2022 pay‑step plan as time‑barred. Plaintiffs say they will evaluate appeals and next steps.

A hoverboard caught fire in a South Knoxville apartment; fire officials used the incident to warn residents about lithium‑ion battery risks and share safety tips.

Sevier County warns callers are spoofing its number and demanding Bitcoin or prepaid cards. Officials say hang up and report suspicious calls.

Two people were arrested and three handguns recovered after a wave of car break-ins at Meadowood Apartments in West Knoxville.

Knox County commissioners will consider a plan to phase out the $36 wheel tax over several years, a move supporters say helps drivers while critics warn of lost revenue.

Lil Wayne will play Food City Center in Knoxville on Oct. 23 as part of his 20+ Years of Carter Classics tour. Citi presales start March 18; general sale March 20.

Fog and morning showers will give way to gusty winds and a sharp cool‑down. Mountain snow is possible Monday afternoon into the night.

Crime Stoppers released photos after a white 2025 Mazda CX‑30 was stolen Feb. 21 at the Great Smokies Flea Market and later found burned. Sevierville Police are investigating.

Jefferson City police and East Tennessee Crime Stoppers are seeking Joemoi Amari Bryan, wanted on a felony identity-theft warrant; tips may qualify for a reward.

Decades after Dennis Ballard was found shot near Cal Johnson Recreation Center, his sister says lost evidence and time have left the family without answers.

Knoxville will swap more than 700 downtown rolling carts for a network of compactors, with the first two units staged near 501 W. Church Ave and coming online soon.

Knoxville set a new timeline for Chapman Highway safety upgrades funded by a federal SS4A award. Construction is now expected to wrap by March 2031.