The Public Works department in Johnson City was awarded the 2025 Mark Miller Project of the Year by the TCAPWA for their work on the West Walnut Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan.

The CCSO executed a narcotics search warrant, seizing weapons, money, and leading to multiple arrests, as part of an effort to dismantle the local drug trade.

Chrystal Armstrong Brown was named the new permanent CEO of United Way of Greater Knoxville after a thorough search following Matt Ryerson's departure. She was formerly the interim CEO and CIO.

A firefighter was injured while responding to a fire at Country Mill Crafts and Antiques in Pigeon Forge. The damage was moderate, and the cause is under investigation.

The Tennessee women's tennis team excelled at the ITA Ohio Valley Regional, securing 11 wins and advancing to the quarterfinals in singles and doubles events.

Knox County's Rural Metro Fire participated in Lowe's Fire Safety Day in Clinton Highway store, providing fire safety education and promoting the use of smoke detectors in homes.

A man named Blake McClellan died in a crash in Greeneville when his Mustang collided with a Jeep after failing to yield on West Andrew Johnson Highway.

Water service on Sunrise Dr in Maryville has been restored after an unscheduled outage due to a water main break, with residents advised to run water to clear air in pipes.

A woman died in a pedestrian crash in Knoxville after being hit by a vehicle when she entered the roadway. The driver stopped to help, but the victim later died at the hospital. Police are investigating.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office stresses pedestrian safety at night and recommends visibility measures like reflective clothing and crossing at designated areas.

Radiant Industries will create 175 jobs by investing $280 million in the world's first mass-produced nuclear generator factory in Roane County, Tennessee.

An Israel-Hamas ceasefire ends a long war, exchanging prisoners and possibly prompting peace, while East Tennesseans express hope and caution for the future.

Josh Carr has been named the new fire chief of the Pigeon Forge Fire Department after serving as interim chief and working his way up from a volunteer.