The Pigeon Forge Police Department has issued a reminder to motorists about school bus safety for the upcoming school year, stressing the importance of stopping for buses and being vigilant.

Morristown highlights the importance of stopping at red lights during National "Stop on Red" week, citing local crash statistics and their enforcement efforts with over 100 citations issued for red light violations.

Constable John Shropshire from Cocke County has been indicted on rape charges involving an assault in November 2024. His employment status is unclear following the indictment.

Knoxville City Council approves $2M for stormwater infrastructure upgrades to reduce North Cherry Street flash flooding.

A 16-year-old boy, Kevin James Hood, is reported missing in Sevier County and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued an Endangered Child Alert. He was last seen wearing gym shorts, a shirt, and using crutches.

Ex-scout leader Emilio Ortiz has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for child sex crimes after an investigation uncovered a decade of abuse and child sexual abuse material on his devices.

The NWS predicts steady weather in Knoxville with chances of showers and thunderstorms, mostly sunny days, calm winds, and temperatures in the high-80s.

Johnson City officials update local alcohol sales hours ordinance after state clarification, ensuring fairness across all commercial zones, following community input.

ORNL researchers studied plant root-soil interactions, using untargeted metabolomics to explore rhizodeposition impacts on plant and soil microbes, potentially aiding energy and food crop growth.

Oak Ridge launches its second annual Citizens Academy, an 8-week program offering locals insight into city operations. Applications open until September 2, with a cap of 20 participants.

TDOT plans I-24 lane closures in Coffee County for pavement repairs on August 5-6 from 7 am to 4 pm, weather permitting; suggests alternate routes and cautions drivers.

CNS is offering a $5,000 STEM grant for kindergarten to 12th-grade educators in East Tennessee, application deadline Oct. 6, 2025, with restrictions for Y-12 employees' relatives.

Chief Billy Church announced he will retire in November after initiating reforms in the Johnson City Police Department, including tech upgrades, professional standards, and community safety initiatives.