Natalie Smith, reported missing in Knox County, was found safe the day after her disappearance. Details on her time missing are undisclosed, but her safe return emphasizes the role of community vigilance in missing person cases.

Fire crews extinguished a roof fire near Kaizen, an Asian restaurant in Knoxville's Old City, causing moderate smoke damage to the eatery and no injuries.

Brenton Myers reunited with the Loudon County first responders who saved him after a severe car crash, expressing gratitude for their role in his ongoing recovery, including the amputation of his legs.

Chris Rothermel pled guilty to tax-related charges in Knox County and received one-year probation and a $2,170 restitution order. The case highlights Tennessee's efforts to enforce tax compliance.

Former Blount County teacher Joseph Dalton's six-month probation sentence for misdemeanor assault leads to community protests and calls for justice system reform.

Amber Cheyann Bruce pleaded guilty to animal cruelty in the Zeus case, after the husky mix was found in dire, neglectful conditions in Cumberland County.

A man was killed by an SUV in Knoxville while crossing the street; the driver cooperated with police. It was the second such incident in April at the same location.

An 18-year-old suspect, Robert Brabson, was arrested in Knoxville for attempted first-degree murder and firearm-related charges following a police manhunt.

Deputy Brandon Sikes was fatally shot while serving a domestic violence injunction in Georgia. Another officer was seriously injured. The community mourns Sikes, who was also an Army veteran.

A Cocke County deputy was injured after falling from a bridge during a manhunt for Drury Whitlock, who remains at large. Efforts to locate the suspect continue.

A pedestrian died in a crash on N. Broadway in Knoxville; KPD is investigating the incident where the victim was hit by an SUV while crossing outside a crosswalk.

A male pedestrian was killed after being hit by a vehicle on N. Broadway in Knoxville, sparking a thorough investigation.

Knoxville City Council considers a new intervention program by NICJR to address violence, following severed ties with Turn Up Knox, amid local organizations expressing concerns about being excluded from the process.