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Knoxville anticipates a variable weather week with conditions ranging from calm to stormy, including chances of thunderstorms and fluctuating temperatures, according to the National Weather Service.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Herrera Johnson was arrested in Knoxville for a non-fatal shooting, possessing a gun, suspected fentanyl, and public intoxication; he admitted to the crime.
A man in Knox County was indicted for attempted first-degree murder after exchanging gunfire with a state trooper following a traffic citation and chase.
Knoxville Police investigate a series of car burglaries in Sequoyah Hills, with at least nine incidents and two stolen firearms reported. Increased patrols and calls for community assistance were made.
Politics & Govt in ...
John Edward Saunders of Sullivan County pled guilty to tax evasion and received a one-year probation with judicial diversion following an investigation by the Tennessee Department of Revenue.
ORNL and UT-Battelle employees donated over $1.1 million to East Tennessee nonprofits and disaster relief, including aid for Hurricane Helene victims.
Sports in ...
Tennessee's basketball team lost to Kentucky 78-73, struggling with perimeter shots, despite strong three-point defense stats and a late-game comeback attempt.
Community & Society in ...
Farragut residents can reserve garden plots at the town's Outdoor Classroom from March 1, 2025, with forms available online or at the Farragut Community Center.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
Massimiliano "Max" Lupo Pasini received the NERSC High Performance Computing Achievement Award for his innovative work on HydraGNN, an AI tool for material design.
A wildfire on Powell Mountain in Claiborne County that covered 66 acres is now contained with weather conditions aiding firefighters in suppression efforts. No structures were threatened.
Knoxville's power grid returns to normal after a recent cold snap increased demand, thanks to community efforts to conserve energy following KUB's appeal.
Knoxville opens applications for Community Agency and Opioid Abatement Grants for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to support local non-profits and combat the opioid crisis.
The NWS reports a mild winter day in Knoxville with a chance of flurries and a high of 38°F, leading to a sunny weekend with highs around 45°F and a potential for rain and snow mix Sunday night.
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