ORNL achieved significant breakthroughs in AI, quantum computing, nuclear energy, and advanced manufacturing in 2025, with notable projects including new AI supercomputers and advancements in quantum networking.

The Tennessee Volunteers will wear white helmets, jerseys, and pants in the 2025 Music City Bowl against Illinois, marking their last game in Nike gear before switching to adidas.

Knox County Sheriff's Office announced public memorial services for late Chief Deputy Bernie Lyon, thanking the community for support. Service arrangements are by Mynatt Funeral Home and Grace Baptist Church.

Knoxville faces varied weather, with a mix of sun and gusty winds, potentially hazardous conditions, and a significant drop in temperature with chances of rain and snow.

Knoxville Police Department initiates a high-visibility traffic enforcement campaign to reduce serious crashes during the Christmas season, urging drivers to be cautious and not drive impaired.

A trial date is set for January 19, 2027, regarding the First Amendment case of UT professor Tamar Shirinian, following her comment on the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

Knoxville's City Signal and Lighting Team is celebrated for their festive lighting of the Henley Bridge, visible during holidays and events, enhanced by recent technology upgrades and manual installation by Stansell Electric.

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.