The Johnson City Police Department's K9 Pico has retired after seven years of service, making significant contributions to drug busts and suspect apprehensions.

David Scarbrough's parole was denied by the Tennessee Parole Board due to the seriousness of his 1995 murder conviction. He will be eligible again in 2027.

Sevier County facilities to close early on December 24 and remain closed through December 26 for the Christmas holiday, except for emergency services. Normal operations will resume on December 27.

A Knoxville man, Michael O’Berry, was arrested for arson after allegedly setting a storage container on fire at Smart Way on Kingston Pike, causing $10,000 in damages.

Thirteen bear cubs were euthanized by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency due to an illness outbreak, a decision that has led to heartbreak and controversy, particularly affecting the Appalachian Bear Rescue.

Maximiliano Ferrari of ORNL was honored as an IEEE senior member for his work on microgrid stability and reliability, including developing networked microgrids in Puerto Rico.

ORNL researchers use VR to enhance security at nuclear reactors by studying human behavior patterns to anticipate insider threats and improve safety protocols.

The National Weather Service forecasts varying weather for Knoxville, including showers and thunderstorms with a mix of fog and cloudy skies. Precipitation chances range from 30% to 100%, with winds up to 25 mph.

Johnson City announces holiday service changes, including closed city offices, altered waste collection and public transit schedules, and temporary shutdown of parks and recreation facilities.

Johnson City municipal offices will close for holidays on Dec 24-25 and Jan 1, affecting trash collection and transit services. Emergency water and sewer services will remain available. Recreation centers will also be closed on these dates.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is searching for Amber Nancy Cox, missing since Sunday afternoon, who has a seizure disorder and did not have her medication.

The National Weather Service provides a detailed weather forecast for Knoxville, including overcast skies, a chance of rain, fog, and temperatures ranging from mid-40s to low 60s throughout the week.

Madisonville Police reported a major fentanyl drug bust, with Stephen Wattenbarger charged for selling over 50 grams. Hundreds of pills were seized, underscoring the local fight against drug abuse.