A vehicle crash on May 29 cut power to nearly 1,500 in Cocke County; Newport Utilities crews restored most service within about an hour while flood watches were in effect.

State investigators are examining alleged purchasing irregularities at the City of Alcoa after officials terminated a staffer and referred the matter to state auditors and prosecutors.

Knoxville police say domestic-related calls now make up a large share of the city’s assault reports. Local advocates are urging survivors to use available hotlines and services.

A former pastor admitted to stealing from his Lenoir City congregation; a state audit identified personal charges and prosecutors secured restitution and jail time.

A Maryville man was sentenced to 10 months in federal prison after damaging an Enbridge metering station last May, triggering evacuations and a federal probe.

Clinton County deputies say a Tennessee man wanted in a Pickett County shooting is at large after his pickup was found locally; authorities warn he’s armed and dangerous.

New data show Tennessee seniors lost about $108M to scams in 2025, with Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville hardest hit.

A 3-year-old girl was shot at a Fox Meadows apartment complex and taken to Le Bonheur Children's Hospital; police say her injuries are non-life-threatening.

Knoxville police arrested two men after an alleged attempt to use fake ID and fraudulent paperwork to pick up a 2026 Tesla Model S at the Montvue Road store.

Sevierville police say scammers are spoofing the local electric utility and demanding payment over the phone. Hang up and verify billing at 865‑453‑2887.

Documents show the Diocese of Knoxville used confidentiality clauses that kept abuse survivors from speaking, a practice local reporting called "inhumane."

A Harriman man, identified as Cecil Baptiste, died after an assault Tuesday night; two men were arrested and booked on aggravated‑assault charges. Authorities say prosecutors are reviewing the case.

TBI named 41-year-old Michael Dean Marrison as wanted on child-exploitation and rape charges; a $2,500 reward is being offered and investigators asked the public to call 1-800-TBI-FIND.