The FBI has doubled the reward to $20,000 for information on three people missing from Knoxville since 2017-2018 and submitted new DNA evidence for analysis.

I-275 in Knoxville is closed for the weekend due to bridge replacement, with detours via I-40 and I-640 until Monday morning. This is the final shutdown for this project.

The Johnson City Police Department launched an online resource for their Safe City Project, detailing their use of tech like security trailers and crime software to improve safety and transparency.

Construction on Genesis Highway affects access to Catoosa WMA's Genesis Campground; TWRA suggests alternative routes for visitors during roadworks through October.

Knoxville's weather forecast includes sun, clouds, and possible showers with highs near 80°F and calm winds. Nighttime lows are around 64°F with mostly clear skies ahead.

Randall Myers was convicted for the aggravated rape and incest of a 13-year-old girl, involving alcohol and marijuana, following his wife's confession and a two-day trial.

Eugenio Abraham Solis-Klarks is indicted for illegally possessing a firearm as an undocumented immigrant in the U.S., facing potential severe penalties.

Kingsport's BMA, led by Mayor Montgomery and other members, is promoting transparency with a newsletter outlining board activities and decisions. Residents can subscribe to receive updates, vote results, project photos, and city news.

ORNL received 2025 NSUF Rapid Turnaround Experiment Awards for nuclear R&D, advancing spent fuel storage and nuclear materials research with various facilities.

Peter Thornton of ORNL has been named a Fellow of the American Geophysical Union for his contributions to Earth sciences.

Alexys Barton pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide by recklessness for causing a crash that killed motorcyclist Christopher Phillips. She expressed remorse as the incident deeply affected Phillips' family.

The Roane County Sheriff's Office warns about romance scams on dating apps and social media, advising people to be cautious and not send money to individuals they have not met in person.

The 15th annual Blue Heron Ghost Mine storytelling event will be held on October 18 at Big South Fork NRRA, offering history, tales, music, and activities.