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.

Sevierville Police Department advises of sewer line work on Center Street between West Main and Cedar Lane, causing potential traffic delays on June 18-19 from 8 am to 3 pm.

Tellico Village Pickleball and Tennis Clubs raised over $4,000 for the Loudon County Sheriff's Office Benevolent Fund, creating a community bond through sportsmanship and charity.

A car crashed into a Knoxville assisted living facility, killing a 96-year-old resident; the driver was hospitalized. Police are investigating the cause.

Kingsport's Stormwater Department and Cultural Arts are hosting the 8th annual Storm Drain Art Contest to promote environmental protection through art on storm drains. Artists 12+ can win $150 and have until August 8 to submit designs.

Three individuals face charges for a Sevier County shooting that severely injured two people and a dog, with one accused of attempted first-degree murder.

Sevierville Police Department announced an extension of eastbound lane closure on Dolly Parton Parkway for constructing a turn lane, now completing on June 20 due to weather delays.