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A teen died in a car crash in Claiborne County; charges are pending against driver Tiffany Parker after her vehicle struck a tree and flipped. Both weren't wearing seatbelts.
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Knoxville's Labor Day weekend forecast includes sun, sporadic thunderstorms, with highs in the low 80s; slight chance of evening showers persists throughout the week.
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Knoxville City offices and the 311 Center will close for Labor Day 2025, but garbage collection continues. Recycling centers remain open, pools have set hours, and KAT buses run on a Sunday schedule.
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ORNL has developed a new muon detector, enhancing nuclear material monitoring and quantum computing, offering unique imaging capabilities for dense materials and heralding cross-disciplinary success.
Eric Dougherty is named the new police chief of Johnson City, starting November 4, succeeding retiring Chief Billy Church.
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Farragut's Alderman David White, who served Ward 2 since 2022, has passed away. The town mourns his death, remembering his deep roots in the community and dedication to service.
A man from Tellico Plains received a 45-year prison sentence for the aggravated rape of a child, highlighted by Monroe County Sheriff on social media.
Kingsport's TREADZ program offers bicycle education for kids 2-12, focusing on safety and skills. Held in September, sessions are at the Farmers Market for $15/child.
Knoxville is facing mixed weather with showers and potential flooding, followed by sunny days and cooler nights. NWS urges caution for localized flooding but foresees no hazards after Friday.
The NWS Knoxville provided an update with foggy conditions, a 40% chance of showers later, and highs around 89°. The weekend forecast includes a 70% chance of rain Saturday and partly sunny skies on Sunday.
John Quirk, an 84-year-old missing man from Knox County, was safely located in Texas following the issuance of a Silver Alert due to concerns over his medical condition.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Knoxville plans an $18.9 million project to widen Pleasant Ridge Road, adding turn lanes, sidewalks, and a greenway. An open house on Aug. 21 will detail the project aiming for a 2027 completion.
A motorcyclist died in a crash on I-40 East near Knoxville. The Knoxville Police Department is investigating the incident, where the motorcycle hit a rail. The identity of the female driver remains undisclosed.
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