Kelsea Ballerini joins NBC's "The Voice" as a judge for the 27th season, alongside John Legend, Michael Bublé, and Adam Levine.

Oak Ridge's new Safe Haven Baby Box provides a safe space for mothers to anonymously surrender their newborns and is dedicated to "Baby Wyatt," a reminder of the need for such facilities.

The Arts and Culture Alliance is holding a First Friday Block Party on June 7, 2024, on Gay Street, featuring music, art exhibitions, and community activities.

Retired Federal Judge Bruce Guyton is appointed full-time Deputy Chief of Professional Standards at Knoxville Police Department, after an interim period and a national search for the role.

Rachel Carolyn Hall was arrested for reckless burning after a candle she lit led to a fire at a South Knoxville building, which she used for shelter. No injuries reported; the building was a loss.

Downtown North roads will be cleared of parked cars on June 1 for cleaning. Cars remaining after 6 a.m. will be towed. Streets expected to reopen by 6 p.m.

Molly Branch Fireflies in Knox County offers a public viewing of synchronized fireflies without a lottery. The event runs from June 7-18, with tickets available first-come, first-served.

The Black Keys canceled the North American leg of their "International Players" tour, including a Knoxville concert, with refunds provided and a promise of new dates.

The search for Sebastian Rogers, a missing autistic teen, continues after three months, with no significant leads despite the efforts of the Sumner County Sheriff's Office and the boy's father.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is probing a death in Bean Station, with few details released and no suspects or victims identified yet. The local sheriff's department has not commented on the active and ongoing case.

A scandal at Clinton High School involves allegations of staff grade-changing, leading to firings and resignations, with a community reaction of shock and disappointment.

Robbie Herrell was named the new principal of Clinton High School following a grading scandal involving former Principal Dan Jenkins, who resigned. The scandal also led to canceled counseling contracts and penalties for the school's football program.

Make-A-Wish East Tennessee and Axle Logistics granted wishes for four children, including a gaming setup for Brodie Bridge, a 15-year-old with cancer.