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Sunny and near 70°F today, then a system late Sunday into Monday could bring damaging winds and a quick rain-to-snow change in the mountains.
Sunny and breezy today with gusts to about 35 mph. A strong cold front arrives Sunday night into Monday, bringing showers and a sharp temperature drop.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A TBI investigation found allegedly falsified training records at the Erwin Police Department, prompting indictments for the former chief and two other officials. The charges include fraud-related counts tied to P.O.S.T. training credits.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
City and state planners outlined streetscape, transit‑signal and enforcement moves after a string of fatal crashes on North Broadway. Work will roll out in phases.
Cloudy and mild with spotty showers before 5 p.m. Sunday. Midweek warmth may flirt with record highs and storms are possible Wednesday night.
Police closed off Union Avenue and Market Square after a man reportedly jumped from the Embassy Suites. Detectives are investigating and asked people to avoid the area.
Retail & Industry in ...
Nordstrom Rack will open at Pinnacle at Turkey Creek on June 25 with early festivities, giveaways and savings up to 70%.
Federal marshals are searching for James Perry after he missed his manslaughter trial in Knoxville. The victim's family says they still want answers as the manhunt continues.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Knox County’s forensic center says infant sleep-related deaths jumped and is teaming with health partners to share daily safe-sleep tips and crib resources.
Tennessee poison‑control officials report a steep rise in exposures to semaglutide and tirzepatide, driven by dosing errors and unregulated products. Calls climbed sharply from 2021 to 2025.
Morning showers in Knoxville give way to a rapid warmup this week; highs climb into the 70s and low 80s with a record‑high risk Thursday.
Community & Society in ...
A 60-year-old Clinton charity warns it may close in about two months after losing key federal support and is asking residents for donations.
Real Estate & Development in ...
The University of Tennessee filed to use eminent domain to acquire Tyson House at 824 Melrose, naming St. John's Cathedral as owner and listing a $1.74M appraisal.
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