Sean Finnegan pleaded guilty to raping two children, receiving an additional 50 years without parole on top of his death sentence for murder. His accomplice, Rebecca Dishman, also got life plus 50 years for related crimes.

New Market Fire Department and Jefferson County Sheriff's deputies rescued a calf from an 8-foot-deep sinkhole in Tennessee early Saturday morning without any injuries.

Knoxville's forecast predicts a stretch of mostly sunny days with pleasant temperatures, ideal for outdoor activities, as per the National Weather Service.

A Madisonville man was arrested after a child exploitation probe led by the Madisonville Police Department's CID found illicit material with minors. Jamie Adam Hughes faces charges, with his bond set at $100,000.

Madisonville Police in TN celebrated a successful "Smash the Stigma" water balloon event to support substance misuse recovery and community solidarity.

Sunny and warm weather is expected in Knoxville, with high temperatures in the 70s to low 80s and calm winds, transitioning to cooler nights and a slight chance of showers later in the week.

Knoxville Police Department promotes three officers, with Dabbelt becoming a Lieutenant and Campbell and Cook becoming Sergeants, bringing over 40 years of combined experience to their new roles.

Scientists at ORNL found that the growth location of poplar trees affects their cell wall composition, particularly lignin, which is crucial for biofuel development.

A Knoxville man was charged with federal child sex abuse after a sting operation where he brought his child to meet an undercover officer posing as a sex traffiler.

A man from Tellico Plains received a 45-year prison sentence for the aggravated rape of a child, highlighted by Monroe County Sheriff on social media.

Claiborne County man, Daniel Jack Goins, was found guilty of five counts of continuous sexual abuse of four minors.

The Knoxville area is expected to see early showers and thunderstorms giving way to a sunny sky, with a high of 84 degrees and a 60% chance of rain. Following calm weather is anticipated with mild temperatures.

A misty morning with limited visibility and high humidity in Knoxville, showers likely before 1 pm, then clearing up with a high near 84°F. The week promises sunny days with a warning for isolated flooding.