The National Weather Service in Knoxville forecasts a hot and stormy week with chances of showers and thunderstorms and high humidity pushing temperatures into the 90s.

Knoxville Police are investigating a fatal domestic shooting on Linden Avenue, where a man was pronounced dead. Multiple individuals are detained for questioning.

Knoxville expects storms with high humidity and potential severe conditions; NWS predicts chances of precipitation with temperatures in the high 90s. The region faces a stormy week with occasional brief reprieves.

Roadwork on Old Knoxville Highway begins July 8, 2024, with upgrades between Loop Road and Gists Creek Road, including weeks of lane closures and a full week-long road closure.

Tennessee's "Back the Blue Act" imposes stricter penalties for assaulting first responders, making it a Class E felony to assault a law enforcement officer, with a $10,000 fine and minimum 60-day jail term.

Knoxville reminds residents of July 4th travel disruptions due to city office closures, Gay Street Bridge and Henley Bridge shutdowns. Waste and pools services operate normally, with free parking in city garages.

Officers found three gunshot victims at The Pint House in Knoxville, one of whom was declared dead at the scene. A second male victim later died. The suspect fled, and detectives are investigating. Witnesses are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers.

A handcuffed man, Charles D. Lawson, stole and crashed a patrol vehicle in Tennessee after being detained in a stolen car; an intensive search is underway.

Three people, including two children, died in a Honda sedan crash on I-40 East in Knoxville. High speed is suspected as a factor, and the crash is under investigation.

The National Weather Service forecasts clear, sunny days ahead for Knoxville after a partly sunny start, with temperatures rising to the mid-90s and a chance of rain and thunderstorms later in the week.

Knoxville Police seek public help in a cold case involving the murder of taxi driver Paul Shepherd Jr. in 2014. Despite ongoing investigations and new forensic efforts, suspects remain unidentified. The public is urged to provide information.

ORNL has developed Slicer 2, a 3D printing software that simplifies the creation of large-scale objects, with potential to revolutionize manufacturing in various industries.

Knoxville's bid for federal funds to build a new pedestrian bridge was denied again, leaving the project's $25 million funding uncertain. Mayor Kincannon remains optimistic, citing other commitments and continuing the search for funding.