Knoxville Catholic coach Philip Shadowens says the football program has been banned from the 2026 TSSAA playoffs, an announcement that clouds the Fighting Irish's fall season. Details and context are still unfolding.

KFD says a 36-year-old man was arrested after an early‑Friday porch fire on Woodbine Avenue and charged with aggravated arson.

A Kingsport driver faces vehicular homicide charges after a July 7 crash on Hwy 107 that killed a 69‑year‑old motorcyclist. Deputies say impairment and drugs were involved.

A Pennsylvania developer filed plans for a seven‑story, 245‑unit mixed‑use building at 250 Patton St across from Covenant Health Park, including retail and a 263‑space garage.

Homes and businesses were evacuated after a suspected explosive device was found in a car on Old Knoxville Highway. Bomb technicians and deputies were on scene and an investigation is underway.

THP's preliminary report released July 9 says a vehicle crossed the center line on SR‑116 on July 1, killing three and prompting a multi‑hour road closure.

A Flood Watch runs noon Friday through Sunday. Heavy storms and flash flooding are possible; expect travel impacts and brief power outages.

Inspectors found raw meats stored too warm and a filthy can opener at La Loteria in Tellico Plains; corrections raised the follow‑up score to 89.

A Knoxville veteran rated 100% disabled was told he owed $42,000 by the VA; after paperwork and a dispute the agency restored his benefits.

Market Street reopened after a $9.9 million streetscape and utility overhaul that replaced century‑old pipes and widened sidewalks. Shopkeepers say summer foot traffic is returning.

Knoxville police released surveillance photos after multiple people were robbed at gunpoint near Ricky's Bar on Washington Avenue. Authorities are asking residents to check cameras and contact Crime Stoppers.

A Knox County man was sentenced to 25 years without parole after a Dec. 26, 2024 head‑on crash on Clinton Highway that killed two people.

Knoxville police arrested a 57‑year‑old Wednesday after stopping a vehicle at the Shoney’s on Rutledge Pike; hazardous‑device teams investigated and cleared suspicious items.