A tractor trailer crash on I-40 West near Hall of Fame Drive in Knoxville caused lane closures and a diesel spill, with cleanup efforts by the Hazmat team ongoing. No injuries were reported.

Cody William Bales was sentenced to 22 years without parole for raping his roommate's daughter in Knoxville. He was found guilty on six charges and will be on lifetime supervision.

Knoxville Police arrested 18-year-old Michael Thomas, wanted for attempted first-degree murder related to a drive-by shooting, after a tip led to his capture and the discovery of drugs in his possession.

Police are investigating a shooting at BucketHead Tavern in West Knoxville that injured four people; all injuries are non-life-threatening. They seek a male suspect who fled in a dark sedan.

Michael Norton was sentenced to 20 years for crimes against his wife, including kidnapping and rape, after her testimony and his conflicting claims at trial.

A semi truck fire on I-40 East caused significant delays and lane closures at mile marker 364.4. Emergency services responded promptly and eventually reopened the highway.

A shooting at the Bucket Head Tavern in West Knoxville injured four, with the suspect, a Black male in dark attire and driving a dark sedan, at large. Police are reviewing evidence and seeking tips.

A concrete truck overturned in Loudon County, injuring the driver and closing Fork Creek Road for hours; emergency crews responded and later reopened the road.

The TBI issued a Silver Alert for James Graves, missing since April 1, and urged public help in locating him. Graves may be driving a red Chevy Silverado.

A Maryville Police officer in the traffic division is stable after a motorcycle crash while responding to another incident. The accident is under investigation.

A motorcyclist died and four others were injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Jefferson County, with the Tennessee Highway Patrol investigating the incident.

Knoxville man Jayshawn Williams was sentenced to 36 years for Second Degree Murder after a fatal shooting. His conviction stems from a May 2023 incident where he shot another man in the head. Williams has a criminal history and gang affiliation.

The Carter County Sheriff's Office warns of a counterfeit money scam in Roan Mountain and Hampton, with small purchases made using fake $50 and $100 bills.