A domestic incident in Knoxville led to the alleged kidnapping of a 4-year-old girl by Omar Cortes, who later abandoned the vehicle and was arrested outside West Town Mall. The child was unharmed.

A Tennessee trooper found a semi-truck with 37 safety violations, including blown tires and faulty electrical wires, leading to its removal from the roads to ensure public safety.

A fire destroyed a North Knoxville home early Monday, with the occupants safely evacuating. Firefighters battled the blaze for almost an hour before it was extinguished. The cause remains under investigation.

Knoxville Police arrested a man named Omar after a domestic incident involving a missing child. The child was found unharmed and Omar was taken into custody.

Judge Okie Slone was fatally struck by a vehicle in Dandridge, with no charges against the driver. Slone was known for his work against substance abuse.

A man from Athens is charged with second-degree murder after a woman's death in a church fire. The investigation suggests he may be responsible for both the death and fire.

Jefferson City Police are investigating an assault allegation against a substitute teacher at Jefferson Elementary following parent and student reports.

A Knoxville man, Isaiah Shuman, was arrested after a crime spree involving threats, a shooting, vehicle collisions, a home invasion, and a foot chase. He faces multiple charges.

The Tennessee community and authorities are investigating after the body of 80-year-old James W. Woods was found in a garage, with assistance from the TBI.

A Hamblen County corrections officer, Michael Gibson, was arrested on multiple drug charges, resulting in disappointment by Sheriff Mullins who emphasized zero tolerance for such misconduct.

A car crash in Claiborne County resulted in two deaths and two injuries when a vehicle struck trees off Old Highway 63. The driver and one passenger were not wearing seatbelts and died.

Sevier County constable Sammy Scott was arrested for DUI after failing to maintain his vehicle's lane. Previously charged with failing to aid post-accident, Scott's arrest contradicts his law enforcement role.

A man from Sevierville was sentenced to over 12 years in prison for receiving child pornography, following an investigation involving the FBI and USSS.