Michael O' Berry, 60, is charged with arson and vandalism for setting fire to a furniture store storage box in Knoxville, causing $10,000 in damage. He was identified by police from video footage and is now detained.

Knoxville announces holiday closures for city services, including waste collection adjustments, and asks residents to follow disposal guidelines during the festive season.

Knoxville police are searching for the parents of a young girl found alone in an apartment complex parking lot. She is safe but her residence is unknown.

Bays Mountain Park is hosting its final laser light shows of the year, featuring festive music and tributes to Taylor Swift and Queen. Tickets are on sale for these popular, time-limited events.

The National Weather Service reports mixed weather for Knoxville with a freezing fog advisory and an 80% chance of showers, accompanied by fluctuating temperatures and potential hazardous conditions including strong winds.

NCCS at ORNL has increased its educational outreach by presenting at computing conferences to educate young professionals on high-performance computing.

The L&N STEM Academy in Knoxville was placed on lockdown due to a nearby threat, with police investigating and the school taking security precautions.

Captain Jason Overton graduated from the FBI National Academy, enhancing his skills in leadership and operations for better service in Knox County law enforcement.

The Johnson City Police Department, in collaboration with the THSO, is increasing patrols from Dec. 13 through New Year's to deter impaired driving as part of the Booze It and Lose It campaign.

Researchers at ORNL, led by Clinton Stipek, developed a machine learning algorithm that predicts building height with high accuracy, enhancing urban landscape understanding.

ORNL has developed FREDA, a simulation tool that combines various modeling tools to speed up next-generation fusion reactor design, leveraging machine learning and high-performance computing.

Clinton High School appoints Jake Dawson as a new head football coach amidst a grade-changing scandal investigation, signaling a fresh start for the school's football program.

A neighbor's quick action helped contain a fire at a Knoxville apartment complex, averting extensive damage and injuries. The Knoxville Fire Department praised the community member's responsiveness during the early December incident.