A winter storm watch is issued for parts of North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, expecting heavy mixed precipitation, hazardous travel conditions, and possible power outages.

Jon Taylor has been appointed as the Associate Laboratory Director for Neutron Sciences at ORNL, bringing his expertise in neutron scattering and a vision to integrate AI and computing into research.

Guinness, a therapy dog, brings joy to Knoxville's healthcare and forensic settings, making over 800 visits and dedicating 1,200 hours with Foster Arnett, highlighted in a Knox County Regional Forensic Center post.

The TBI has issued a Silver Alert for 82-year-old Ronald Arnsparger from Johnson City, urging public assistance in locating him. He's driving a white GMC Canyon, may be in Indiana, and has a medical condition.

Knoxville Police Department is now fully staffed for the first time in over a decade, with Mayor Kincannon emphasizing public safety and fiscal support, including competitive officer pay and investment in advanced technology and financial software.

A Knoxville Area Transit bus collided with a Knox County School shuttle van; no serious injuries were reported despite multiple students being on board.

Quarterback Ryan Staub transfers from Colorado to the University of Tennessee, joining the Volunteers and competing for the starting quarterback position.

Eric Alcantara-Guevara was arrested after a fatal DUI crash on I-640 West, facing charges including vehicular homicide.

Karen Carter, missing from Morristown, TN, was found safe following a TBI Silver Alert due to her medical condition. Public engagement helped in her recovery.

Derek J. Keys was arrested in Tennessee for Aggravated Burglary and Trespassing after an incident on Jimmy Keys Road. He admitted to the crime and is held on a $5,000 bond, awaiting a court appearance.

Sean Turner, a DOE senior engineer, is using AI at Oak Ridge National Laboratory to improve water resource management for energy production, enhancing nuclear and hydropower operations reliability.

Knoxville residents are preparing for cold weather with potential for rain and snow showers, and the NWS has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook, especially for mountainous areas.

Hamilton County Sheriff's Office celebrated Deputy U.S. Marshal John Bieber's retirement after 29 years, highlighting his service and impact on the community.