A Heat Advisory is in effect in East Tennessee, with the heat index possibly reaching 107 degrees. Residents should stay cool and hydrated. Thunderstorms are also forecast later in the week.

TDOT announced closures of several ramps to I-275 North in Knox County for bridge work, including asbestos removal and demolition. The affected ramps will be closed nightly until June 27.

Former Freshman All-American DJ Newman, a two-way player with a .388 average and 3.60 ERA, transfers from Bowling Green to Tennessee Volunteers baseball.

The National Weather Service in Morristown, Tennessee warns of extreme heat in Knoxville, with mid-90s temperatures and heat indices over 100 degrees, urging safety measures.

Extended lane closure on Dolly Parton Parkway in Sevierville will last until next week, due to construction of a new right turn lane onto Pittman Center Road.

The Knoxville Police Command Staff joined the MLK Jr. Parade for Juneteenth, with over 50 officers ensuring safety during the event, symbolizing community-police unity.

District Chief Steve Weaver retires from the Johnson City Fire Department after 38 years, lauded for his service, technological advancements, and leadership during Hurricane Helene.

Zach Top is set to perform in Knoxville during his "Cold Beer & Country Music" tour on October 9. Tickets go on sale June 27. He's supporting his new album and has seen significant success and critical praise in his career.

A Knoxville man received a 28-day jail sentence for DUI after being found asleep at the wheel, despite refusing a blood alcohol test and claiming a diabetic episode.

ORNL researchers used simulations to improve carbon fiber strength by adding PAN nanofibers, using the Frontier supercomputer to analyze a 5 million atoms model.

West High School's football program scandal prompted coach Lamar Brown's removal and replacement by Barron Chandler. Ex-coaches face sex crime charges; Knox County Schools strengthens oversight and hiring processes.

The Hamblen County Sheriff's Office announced their engagement with local businesses for annual calendar ads and provided a verification method against scams.

Jair Romario Martin received a life sentence without parole for the 2023 double murder of two women in Knoxville.