The TBI is probing a fatal officer-involved shooting in Knox County, as requested by DA Charme Allen, after an incident involving a woman armed in her car.

Knoxville may see a light shower on Christmas, with a high of 68°F and a 20% rain chance. Nighttime will be mostly cloudy with a low of 58°F. Rain chances increase through the weekend with variable temperatures.

A standoff at a Knoxville gas station led to deputies fatally shooting a woman threatening self-harm after negotiations failed; TBI is investigating the incident.

Loudon County Sheriff's Office warns of a phone scam where a fake "Lt. Johnson" claims to manage a non-existent jail program and asks for money to release inmates over the holidays.

Knoxville city offices will close for Christmas and New Year, with altered garbage collection and limited public transit schedules, while the My Knoxville app remains available for reporting issues.

Teacher Ashley Palmer was arrested on charges of statutory rape and sexual exploitation of a minor, leading to an indefinite suspension by Sevier County Schools.

Knoxville authorities investigate an intentional fire set at the Standard Apartment Complex; KFD extinguished the blaze with no injuries. Public's help sought.

Bays Mountain Park in Tennessee receives a $100,000 grant for a new floating bridge to enhance the visitor experience.

Knoxville Police arrested 20-year-old Jayden Blevins, who had 14 outstanding warrants, including burglary and theft charges, at a local gas station without incident.

Joshua M. Rogers was sentenced to almost 5 years for helping a Memphis officer cover up a shooting. They tried to hide the body with chains, padlocks, and cinderblocks.

Authorities are investigating the death of a woman found off Lonesome Pine Trail, with limited details released, and identity withheld pending family notification.

Morristown Police warn against leaving cars running unattended to warm up, highlighting the risk of theft despite no recent incidents, and suggest safer alternatives.

An overnight homicide in Berea led to the death of Margie Berry and later the suspect, her son and former deputy Kevin Berry, was found dead from self-inflicted gunshot wounds after a car incident on I-75.