Showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon in Knoxville with gusty winds and pockets of heavy rain. Juneteenth events Friday may start wet — bring a rain jacket.

A temporary closure of Boring Road at Kingston Pike has split Farragut neighbors as town and school traffic plans move forward.

Former Grande Aviation president admitted diverting Payroll Support Program money and failing to pay $127,184 in payroll taxes.

Knox County’s 2025 development report shows $2.4 billion in new construction and nearly 6,000 permitted units, with a countywide shift toward multi‑unit housing.

Fog burns off to a hot, muggy afternoon in Knoxville. Highs near 88°F with heat‑index values in the mid‑90s and a slight storm chance before 4 p.m.

A Cosby traffic stop led Cocke County deputies to seize meth, Suboxone strips and firearms and arrest two people, officials say.

A family-restored mini-golf course, a frontier-inspired cafe and a joint restaurant are set to open in Townsend this summer.

Police warned after a bear was seen in north Clinton Wednesday; officials posted safety steps and a non‑emergency line for sightings. Authorities urge residents to secure attractants and report sightings.

A Tampa man went on trial in Hamilton County after a 2023 Frazier Avenue crash that killed a mother and her toddler and left the father with severe injuries.

Knoxville Crime Stoppers named Markeyta Loverson wanted on an aggravated assault warrant. Tips can be submitted anonymously by text, phone, app or online; a reward is available.

Two Elizabethton residents were arrested after alleged vandalism at U.S. Forest Service recreation sites around Watauga Lake; one faces a sex-exploitation charge.

Athens will pair a 600‑drone America 250 light show with its July 4 Buddy Liner fireworks at Athens Regional Park, plus a free concert and family activities.

Jellystone Park reopens June 1 in Pigeon Forge after a multimillion-dollar renovation, with cabins, pools, RV sites and Yogi Bear meet-and-greets returning for summer.