Paula Whitt was charged with 55 counts of animal cruelty after 63 dogs were found in poor conditions at her nonprofit, "A Life 2go2 Rescue". CARE is assisting with the dogs' care.

At least one person died in a serious vehicle collision on Collier Road in Powell, with the road closure expected to continue until early afternoon for investigation.

A motorcycle-box truck crash in Knoxville led to two fatalities. KPD is investigating the collision, which occurred at Cedar Lane and Central Avenue Pike.

Knoxville Police responded to multiple crashes near UT, warning against DUI after an SUV flipped at World's Fair Park. The driver was arrested for DUI; thankfully, no pedestrians were injured.

Knoxville firefighters rescued a kitten from a storm drain at World's Fair Park before a Tennessee Vols' home game, demonstrating compassion and community service.

A teen driver survived a rollover crash in Grainger County and no charges will be filed, with responders noting seatbelt use likely aided in survival.

The Flint Gap Fire, sparked by lightning in the Great Smoky Mountains, has reached 46 acres. Firefighters face difficult terrain with no containment, as roads and trails close.

Tennessee seeks death penalty in the case against Kenneth DeHart Jr. for the fatal shooting of Deputy Greg McCowan.

Kodak mother was charged with neglect after her toddler was found unattended in an apartment parking lot. The apartment was in poor condition with a neglected dog. She claimed a babysitter was in charge.

A wrong-way crash on Alcoa Highway claimed the life of Jose Ramos and left two injured; alcohol is suspected as a factor.

Knox County sees a series of school threats leading to multiple student arrests, increased security, and a community-wide call for vigilance. Authorities are actively investigating.

Tennessee National Guard rescues an injured hiker near Bullhead Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains early Tuesday morning, airlifting them to medical care.

Whitney Goins, an ex-Union County Clerk's Office worker, was indicted for alleged credit card fraud and official misconduct after a TBI investigation.