A THP trooper was involved in a multi-vehicle crash on SR 62, causing minor injuries and a temporary road closure. The ongoing investigation addresses recent safety concerns due to an increase in fatal incidents on this stretch of the highway.

TDOT is closing I-275 in Knox County for bridge replacement work, using detours via I-40 and I-640. This will cause weekend traffic disruptions but employs Accelerated Bridge Construction to minimize impact.

Three men were arrested in Greenback, TN on drug charges after a successful narcotics search by law enforcement.

Dense fog in Knoxville prompts a NWS special weather statement. Drivers warned of low visibility. Wet climate with showers and storms expected through the week.

A $42.7 million federal grant meant to reconnect East Knoxville with the city was cut by the "Big Beautiful Bill," impacting a major development project.

Oak Ridge is inspecting northeast-side water service lines in July, checking material types in meter boxes, with no need for resident presence during the process.

Oak Ridge is upgrading its power grid with new digital meters to increase accuracy and efficiency, causing brief outages as meters are switched. These smart meters quickly report outages and monitor the grid's health.

Knoxville's $60 million pedestrian bridge project continues despite federal spending cuts, with confirmed federal support and local funds, enhancing connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists.

Rural Metro Fire responded to a car crashing into a building on Washington Pike, trapping and seriously injuring the driver, prompting reminders for road safety.

Rural Metro Fire responded to a barn fire in North Knox County, effectively containing it with no injuries and moderate damage; cause under investigation.

A sex offender from Meigs County was arrested at McGhee-Tyson Airport for not reporting international travel plans as required by the sex offender registry.

Benjamin Peters, a sex offender, was arrested at McGhee Tyson Airport for not reporting his trip to Belize as required by Tennessee law for registered sex offenders.

Brian Bivens is appointed as the interim director of Knox County's juvenile detention center amid controversy and restructuring efforts, following Richard L. Bean's accelerated retirement.