Knox County commissioners shifted $4 million from the school allocation into raises for county employees, a move that school leaders say will force budget trade‑offs. The vote was part of June budget actions.

An 18-year-old was booked after police say DNA and blood found in his car link him to a missing Collegedale man. Authorities say items recovered from the vehicle tied the teen to the probe.

Morning clouds give way to sun and an 81°F high today. Heavy showers and gusty winds return Thursday into Friday.

Agents with the 9th Judicial Drug Task Force say they seized 14 firearms, meth, ammunition and body armor during a June 9 search at a Lenoir City home.

A wanted man was taken into custody after his car went into a creek during a pursuit; deputies waded in and arrested him. Booking records list multiple charges.

Fog this morning, then rounds of showers and thunderstorms today in Knoxville; highs near 85°F and pockets of heavy rain possible.

Flood Watch for Knoxville Monday, June 8; heavy afternoon storms may cause flash flooding and ponding on roads. Expect slow commutes and rapid downpours.

A 57‑year‑old man was arrested after a North Broadway stabbing that left a 37‑year‑old hospitalized and expected to survive. Police say an argument preceded the attack.

Claiborne Animal Shelter took in more than 30 dogs from a hoarding case; officials say the animals were surrendered and no charges were filed. The shelter is seeking fosters and donations while it treats animals under quarantine.

TWRA says the 'collar' seen on a Maryville bear was a GPS tracker used to monitor a mother and her four cubs after they were relocated to the Smokies.

The county approved a 62‑unit townhome plan at Morganton Road and William Blount Drive with traffic and buffer conditions attached after a crowded meeting.

Nine years after his killing near Leonard Place, Knoxville police renewed a public plea for tips in the unsolved death of Dorian Bluford. The department lists the case as open and asks anyone with information to contact investigators.

A Blount County Facebook post referenced a national tally — 31 children in 2025 — and urged caregivers to lock cars, check back seats and keep keys away from kids. Local and federal sources offer steps families can take now.