A Knox County Sheriff's Office operation in Knoxville's Rocky Hill led to two arrests linked to drug activity allegations and complaints from residents.

Nicholas Hamlett was arrested in Monroe County for fabricating a bear attack in a 911 call, which led to the discovery of a murder victim involved in an $8 million life insurance scheme.

Oak Ridge is sending notices about potential lead exposure from drinking water lines with unknown materials. Residents are urged to fill out a survey to help identify line materials. The city is working with the EPA and TDEC on safety measures.

The Johnson City Police Department warns against a fraudulent phone scheme in which scammers impersonate police and threaten arrest for unpaid jury duty unless they receive payment through gift cards or cryptocurrency.

A former Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officer pled guilty to using state funds for personal gas purchases, with misuse identified since 2008. He's sentenced to probation and must pay restitution.

Two traffic accidents on I-75 South in Loudon County, including a vehicle plunging into the Tennessee River, led to major delays and an extensive emergency response.

A Silver Alert is issued by TBI for 58-year-old Hank Brackins from Sevierville, who is missing and has medical conditions. He was last seen driving a green Toyota 4Runner.

Former Jefferson County bus driver James Smith was charged with sex crimes involving a minor and terminated after a complaint led to a bus camera footage review.

Edward Kelley from Maryville has been convicted on 11 charges, including felony counts, for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot. Kelley's sentencing is set for April 7, 2025.

An estranged father killed himself and critically injured the mother of his children at a Blount County probation office, with police responding to the incident quickly.

A teacher at Stone Memorial High School was arrested for threatening students and is facing a felony charge of reckless endangerment. He has been suspended and banned from school property.

A motorcyclist died in a high-speed crash on Western Avenue in Knoxville after hitting a pickup truck; investigation ongoing, with speed and possible controlled substances as factors.

A man was shot by Knoxville police after a response to a call about him wielding an axe. The incident is under TBI investigation, and the man's condition is undisclosed.