Mario Delaine has been sentenced to over 15 years for firearms offenses as part of Operation Take Back America.

Knoxville ends its contract with the TUK nonprofit due to mismanagement, while considering the expansion of NICJR's involvement in city's violence reduction strategy.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office warns of a phone scam where callers impersonate law enforcement, claiming the victim missed jury duty and demanding payment over the phone.

A 3-year-old child drowned in West Knox County; emergency crews responded and transported the child to the hospital, where they later died. An investigation is ongoing.

Sevier County parents have been charged with aggravated child abuse after their baby was hospitalized with severe head injuries inconsistent with their account of an accident.

Vincen Jones, a missing 60-year-old man, was found safe camping by the Holston River after a search involving local fire departments and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.

A former Clinton High School counselor faces charges for altering grades, following an investigation that led to multiple resignations and terminations within the school staff.

Chad Brooks, an ex-West High School teacher, faces statutory rape charges and was released on a GPS monitor after being indicted and arrested. His KCS contract for 2025-26 will not be renewed.

Knox County Trustee Justin Biggs addressed accusations of misusing taxpayer funds, overspending on hotels, and improper use of a county vehicle, agreeing to repay the county amidst an ongoing state investigation.

A tractor-trailer overturned on I-40 in Knoxville, causing significant traffic delays near the Holston River Bridge. No injuries occurred, but congestion affected both directions.

A water main break on Clinton Highway near Callahan Drive caused flooding and lane closures, with repair efforts underway. Drivers were advised to be cautious.

Becca Sparks was charged with attempted first-degree murder and violating an order of protection after firing into a vehicle, mistakenly thinking the driver was her ex-boyfriend.

Traffic stop turns dangerous as suspects flee and crash, leading to four hospitalizations and multiple charges for two men with felonies and firearms found.