A health advisory is in place at Mead's Quarry Lake due to a toxic algal bloom, urging visitors to avoid contact with the water until conditions improve.

A Hardin Valley teen, Isaiah Springer, is recovering from a severe dirt bike crash that broke every bone in his face, and despite surgery, his vision and nerve functions remain uncertain.

Blount County Sheriff's Office has increased the reward to $5,000 for information on Cheyenne Shropshire’s 2018 homicide, seeking justice for her unsolved murder.

A gas line break in Seymour prompted the closure of Chapman Highway. Emergency services responded, and the road later reopened after evacuations and repair work. This incident highlights local infrastructure challenges.

The NWS warns of elevated fire risk in East Tennessee, SW North Carolina, and SW Virginia due to gusty winds and low humidity. Residents are urged to consult authorities before burning.

Raleigh's forecast shows mild spring weather with temperatures rising to the low 70s, partly cloudy skies, and light breezes, with a slight chance of showers on Sunday night.

TikTok users express concern over a possible ban due to a House-passed Act, fearing financial impact and loss of community. Small business owners and content creators could face significant setbacks if the platform is prohibited.

The Knoxville Center for Autism is hosting a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser to raise money for a new playground, including an Easter Egg Hunt and raffles.

A woman lost a bracelet containing her late sister's ashes at Zoo Knoxville and turned the search into an awareness campaign for mental health, highlighting the National Suicide Lifeline.

Two missing teenagers, Micala Langer and Emma Uribe, from Oak Ridge were found safe after a community-wide search.

Knoxville receives a $42.6 million federal grant to improve community connectivity with new pedestrian and cycling paths, fostering local history awareness and urban development.

The Knoxville area anticipates variable weather, with a sunny day followed by potential Friday thunderstorms and a mostly sunny weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

Knoxville ranks as one of the worst cities for allergies, with a high pollen count from various trees and plants and unpredictable spring weather complicating the season's forecast.