The National Weather Service forecasts a week of cloudy skies, showers, and thunderstorms for East Tennessee, with a chance of localized heavy rains and flash flooding.

A series of truck-related accidents caused major disruptions on I-40 in Roane County, with a semi crash leading to a road closure, a multi-vehicle crash shutting down lanes, and an overturned sand truck causing traffic issues.

The Johnson City Police Department urges drivers to be cautious as schools reopen, with reminders to obey signs, halt for buses, and avoid distractions.

Five University of Tennessee faculty members receive prestigious Fulbright Scholar Program awards for global projects in diverse academic fields for the 2025-26 year.

Knoxville anticipates a hot and stormy day with a heat index of 101 degrees, reduced visibility due to fog, and intermittent thunderstorms, according to the NWS.

Nicholas Hamlett's case, involving a murder in Monroe County and a nationwide manhunt, is set for a grand jury. He allegedly used a false ID to mislead authorities.

The Blount County Sheriff's Office has moved their women's self-defense class to Mary Blount Elementary School to accommodate more attendees due to high demand.

Knoxville firefighters responded to a trash fire at the city's solid waste facility, extinguishing the blaze within half an hour of their arrival. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

The 9th Judicial Drug Task Force TN is hosting a cardboard boat race to raise funds for youth prevention education, promoting community fun and competition.

A 22-year-old swimmer, Aner S Quero Sira, drowned at Cherokee Lake, with his body recovered late Friday night after a collaborative search and rescue effort.

The City of Knoxville celebrated the 35th anniversary of the ADA, reflecting on progress in accessibility and inclusivity, and emphasizing its impacts on individuals with disabilities.

Two women and a man were sentenced in a VA bribery scheme involving overbilling for unnecessary medical items, with the twins receiving eight months in jail each and fines.

The National Weather Service in Knoxville predicts sunny and hot conditions with intermittent chances of showers and thunderstorms over the next several days.