A tanker truck overturning in East Knox County caused diesel and hydraulic fluid leaks, leading to road closures and cleanup efforts to prevent environmental damage.

Rural Metro Fire Department managed a challenging house fire in East Knox County. All occupants and pets were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported. The American Red Cross is assisting those displaced.

Two charged after a police chase through a school zone ended in Roane County; driver Zachary Littleton faces multiple charges, with passenger Regina Crosley also in custody.

Knoxville's power grid returns to normal after a recent cold snap increased demand, thanks to community efforts to conserve energy following KUB's appeal.

Utility workers found suspected human remains behind a KFC in Harriman. An autopsy is underway, with assistance from a forensic archaeologist and the TBI to identify the remains and cause of death.

The Knox County DA found no wrongdoing in David Batts' death in custody, attributing it to meningitis and possible fentanyl influence, not officer actions.

A fire in Oak Ridge claimed the life of 92-year-old Nancy Santos; her daughter escaped. The blaze killed several pets, and the fire department is investigating and promoting smoke alarm safety.

The TBI is investigating the death of a woman found in Fentress County; her husband, Nathan Wilson, has been arrested and charged with abuse of a corpse.

A man was killed in Lenoir City, prompting a manhunt for Ashley Sharp and Vincent Ellis who reportedly fled in a dark blue 2004 GMC Yukon. The public was warned not to approach the armed suspects.

Kristopher Holbrook was indicted for second-degree murder in Knoxville following an overdose death investigation involving the sale of narcotics to minors.

Ex-utility president Matthew Ballard was charged with bribery and misconduct, involving kickbacks and misuse of district funds totaling over $1.7 million.

KPD crisis negotiators are resolving a domestic incident in North Knoxville where an individual wanted for aggravated domestic assault is reportedly in a home alone. Public is advised to avoid the area.

The Claiborne County Sheriff is seeking help to identify a man who broke into Clairfield Elementary School on November 29, 2024. Images of the suspect have been released.