A Knoxville man remains in extremely critical condition after police found him bleeding from the head. His missing electric scooter may hold clues to what happened.

A viral balcony video shows a black bear weaving through a Gatlinburg parking lot as tourists scramble; park officials warn visitors to secure food and keep their distance.

Spike strips, K‑9 teams and a drone helped end a stolen semi chase that began on I‑75; deputies arrested a man and took him to the Roane County jail.

A 25-year-old Morristown man was arrested after Knoxville police say a woman was taken from a home and later found at a Morristown motel.

Oak Ridge officials reminded riders Tuesday that Tennessee law requires helmets for drivers and passengers of ATVs and UTVs on public roads. The notice cites state safety data and the statute.

Deputies say a pursuit ended in a crash on Mullins Chapel Road and a 42-year-old was arrested after officers seized suspected meth, marijuana, cash and a handgun.

Waldens Creek VFD warns saturated soils and incoming storms could spark rapid flash flooding across the Smokies this week.

Metro Nashville police are searching for the driver who fled after a 48‑year‑old woman was killed on McGavock Pike on July 10. Investigators suspect a 2011–2014 GMC Sierra 2500 and are seeking tips.

A rifle round pierced a West Knox home Sunday; five people were charged with reckless endangerment, court records show.

Putnam County sheriff announced eight arrests tied to Operation Protecting Putnam. The suspects are accused of meth manufacture and distribution and are due in court Sept. 10.

A Flood Watch covers Knoxville today with heavy storms likely this afternoon. Expect downpours and possible urban flooding during the commute.

A strong thunderstorm swept parts of East Tennessee with gusts up to 40 mph and pea‑size hail; officials warned of flash flooding and downed limbs.

Knoxville Catholic coach Philip Shadowens says the football program has been banned from the 2026 TSSAA playoffs, an announcement that clouds the Fighting Irish's fall season. Details and context are still unfolding.