A driver was found with an apparent self‑inflicted gunshot wound after a crash near Woodland Avenue and I‑275 North; the driver was taken to the hospital in critical condition and KPD is investigating.

TBI agents are investigating after shots were fired Wednesday while deputies served a felony warrant at a Parkway motel in Pigeon Forge.

A Gatlinburg ticket won $100,000 in a Powerball Power Play drawing while a Harrogate play hit the Daily Tennessee Jackpot for $30,000.

Deputies found two people dead in a west Hamblen County home Sunday in an apparent murder‑suicide; investigators say a pet was also shot and are seeking tips.

A ceiling collapsed inside a Chestnut Street home Sunday; one person was treated, and eight will be displaced, Knoxville Fire Department says.

Sheriff James Harville confirmed one person died in a Grainger County shooting on June 19. Investigators and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation are working the case.

Gemini Hospitality will occupy the former Babalu storefront at 412 S. Gay St., replacing earlier plans and bringing a local operator’s portfolio into downtown Knoxville. Permits and design work will determine what comes next.

Mostly sunny and mid-80s today in Knoxville; storms likely late Sunday night into Monday.

Clear and mild Tuesday in Knoxville with highs near 82°F. Showers and storms likely Thursday with gusty winds and localized flood risk.

A 26-year-old man was shot outside VIP Lounge on North Broadway and taken to UT Medical Center in critical but stable condition.

A Greeneville man died after an early‑morning two‑vehicle crash at West Andrew Johnson Highway and Mt. Pleasant Road. Police identified the victim as Paul D. Oaks.

A Vonore inspection found raw chicken held at about 63°F, warm cut tomatoes and a grimy can opener, resulting in a failing 56 for Cielito Lindo.

An early-morning fire damaged the building housing Cheers at Choto Marina in West Knoxville; crews saved the fuel pump and boat slips and no injuries were reported.