A co‑owner of Yurezz Home Center was arrested in Georgia after customers and a lender raised complaints about unfinished work and missing funds. Investigations and a civil suit are underway.

Emergency crews worked a fatal crash on Mascot Road in Knox County Wednesday; officials say details remain limited as investigators processed the scene.

A Sevierville woman was arrested Wednesday after a police pursuit that began with a domestic call on Berry Trail Drive and ended on Veterans Boulevard in Pigeon Forge. Officials said multiple vehicles were struck and no injuries were reported.

Warm and humid Thursday with a slight chance of afternoon storms. Rain chances ramp up Friday into Saturday with localized flood risk.

A SmartAsset analysis shows Tennessee households now need about 8.8 years to save a 20% down payment, while minimum-wage earners face decades-long timelines. Policy proposals aim to boost starter‑home supply.

Knoxville police have named Jean Marie Niyonkuru as wanted and believed to be armed. Crime Stoppers says tips that lead to an arrest may qualify for a reward.

An early-morning blaze on Pittman Center Road left one person dead and investigators are working to determine the cause.

Sevier County Fire & Rescue is expanding as Pittman Center’s volunteer department warns it may suspend response Oct. 31 unless a merger is reached.

Dustin Cochran has added WokXville, a gluten‑free Asian stall, to Kern's Food Hall in South Knoxville. The move builds on Cochran’s allergy‑friendly offerings at the hall.

Spotted lanternflies have turned up across multiple Tennessee counties this week. State officials urge Tennesseans to photograph, report and destroy any they find.

Roane County may pause new data center builds for 180 days as officials weigh power, water and safety concerns.

A multi-agency search in Sevier County that used K‑9s, drones and helicopters ended with the person back in custody.

Knox County deputies arrested two after a West Knox search of a Ladbrook Lane home, seizing ammunition and suspected narcotics. Prosecutors filed drug and weapons charges as the investigation continues.