Tripadvisor ranked Dollywood as the top theme park in the US and 10th worldwide, based on a year of traveler reviews, surpassing Disney's Magic Kingdom. Dolly Parton aims to make the park a family-friendly destination with genuine charm.

Mark Crabtree, ex-captain of Fentress County Rescue Squad, was indicted for theft over $20,000 from the agency through unauthorized checks and card purchases.

New insights into neutrinos' role in supernovae have been revealed through quantum simulations, advancing astrophysical research and our understanding of the universe.

Nate Martin has left his position as athletic director at Clinton High School amidst a scandal involving grade-fixing and ineligible player participation.

Radioactive material was safely removed from Highway 58 in Oak Ridge after being discovered, with no public threat posed. Firefighters and an ongoing investigation addressed the incident, concerning a bag with radioactive clothes.

Loudon County considers a property tax increase to fund a new school due to population growth, amid debate over the financial burden and necessity of the project.

Leonard L. Adams is resigning as President of Knoxville College, effective June 30. He's credited with guiding the school toward reaccreditation and will aid in transitioning leadership until September 30, 2024.

A Knoxville Police cruiser was hit by a minivan on I-40 East during a traffic stop. The minivan driver was cited, and no serious injuries were sustained, but the incident highlights the risks first responders face on highways.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation issued an Endangered Child Alert for missing teen Payton Begley from East Tennessee, who has a medical condition.

Knoxville faces a heatwave with daytime highs nearing 91 degrees and nights around 69. Showers and thunderstorms are possible, particularly on Sunday, with a potential 30% chance of precipitation and temperatures soaring near 94 degrees.

The National Weather Service in Knoxville predicts hot, mostly sunny weather with highs near 90-94 degrees and calm winds for the upcoming days, with little cooling at night.

UTPD found no wrongdoing by officers in the arrest of Knoxville restaurateur Yassin Terou during a pro-Palestinian vigil after an internal investigation, despite complaints about his treatment.

Two deputies were shot and injured in Rockford, Blount County, while responding to a domestic call. The suspect fired 150-300 rounds but was arrested, with both deputies expected to recover.