Knoxville gets a stormy Sunday, a wetter start to the week and highs near 89 by late week.

UT Knoxville has landed eight major hires spanning quantum science, cancer research, AI, advanced materials and more. The recruitment push is backed by millions and aimed at reshaping the university’s research profile.

A warrant search became a late-night Knoxville standoff before two men surrendered peacefully.

Knoxville gets a sunny, less humid Thursday before showers and thunderstorms return this weekend.

Crunch Fitness is coming to Foothills Mall, while a proposed Tractor Supply store has cleared an early zoning step.

Hot, humid day with scattered storms possible; heat index could reach 100–105°F in parts of Knoxville.

Hot, humid Monday with a slight morning shower chance. Stronger storms become more likely Tuesday afternoon—watch the sky and plan indoor alternatives.

Morning storms may bring brief heavy rain; highs near 89 with feels-like temps in the mid-90s. Cooling centers are available through July 30.

An outside audit found multiple credit cards tied to a former Blount County fire chief and gaps in paperwork; commissioners have ordered re‑audits and tightened rules.

A 37-year-old Knoxville man faces charges after deputies found a 75-year-old woman living amid rodents and filth and suffering an apparent injury.

A cereal bar called Cereously Good has popped up on East Magnolia, stirring neighborhood curiosity and prompting questions about menu and opening plans.

A national plumbing supplier plans to open in Alcoa, the Daily Times reports, a move that could add distribution jobs and work for local contractors.

A Lenoir City traffic stop by the 9th Judicial Drug Task Force led to two arrests and a reported meth seizure in a hidden metal container.