A 14-year-old boy was shot in the leg in Knoxville; his injuries are non-life-threatening, and police are investigating.

An investigation is underway by the Hawkins County Sheriff's Office after a fatal shooting in the Christians Bend community; no ongoing threat to the public is reported.

The Campbell County Sheriff's Office warns of increased deer-related traffic accidents in November and provides safety reminders, while sharing their October service statistics.

The National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory for parts of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia, advising caution for drivers.

Sevier County offices and most convenience centers will close for Veterans Day, but the Center View Multipurpose Convenience Center stays open. The county will also host a Veterans Day Program.

David M. Gray is appointed as Gatlinburg's new fire chief, starting January 3, 2026, succeeding retiring Chief Charlie Cole. Gray brings extensive experience from the Knoxville Fire Department.

Roadwork on North State of Franklin Road near I-26 may cause delays on Friday, with paving scheduled for the westbound lanes and possible traffic impacts around the area.

The "Light the Park" event in Founders Park offers holiday lights, ice skating, and festive activities, with opportunities for food, entertainment, and writing letters to Santa.

Kingsport offices close for Veterans Day; sanitation schedule unchanged, with garbage and yard waste pickup as usual. Landfill and convenience center closed on November 11.

Jessie Eugene Hurst, 71, received a 60-year sentence for sexually assaulting three children, with convictions on multiple charges including Rape of a Child.

The Christmas Connection craft fair is returning to Kingsport for its 46th year, featuring regional artisans at the MeadowView Center, with free entry on Nov 14-15.

The Kingsport Senior Center hosts its annual Old-Fashioned Christmas Fair on Nov. 21-22, featuring over 75 crafters, holiday gifts, entertainment, food trucks, and a visit from Santa and the Grinch.

The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for parts of North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, forecasting thunderstorms with strong winds and a sharp temperature drop next week.