The 2025 Fun Fest parade on Friday will bring road closures in downtown Kingsport, starting with Clinchfield Street at 10 a.m. Detours will be in place.

Johnson City Commission maintains a regular meeting schedule despite weather disruptions, while events like Bonnaroo adjust to climate challenges with significant investments in infrastructure.

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee announced their first Citizen Academy for community engagement.

A news report revealed that staff at Kiddie Korner in Clinton failed to report suspected child abuse and neglect, leading to corrective measures at the center.

Monroe County Sheriff's Office reported the recovery of over $5,000 worth of stolen goods in Philadelphia. Details are limited as the ongoing investigation continues.

KATS celebrates the 35th anniversary of the ADA by offering discounted Dial-A-Ride tickets, supporting accessible transportation for those with disabilities.

A 17-year-old driver died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-40 in Loudon County, Tennessee, involving a stopped tractor-trailer, a Geo Tracker, and a Mercedes. The teen was not wearing a seatbelt.

A segment of Parkway in Gatlinburg was shut for an investigation into a safety concern reported by a child and their guardians. No credible threat was found and the area reopened after 1.5 hours.

Emergency services responded to a motor vehicle accident on Highway 92 with no injuries reported, according to the Rutledge Volunteer Fire Department.

The National Weather Service predicts a week of heat, showers, and thunderstorms for southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia, with heat index values around 100 degrees.

State Route 9 in Jefferson County is down to one lane due to bridge construction, with flaggers directing traffic. TDOT advises caution and checking conditions due to potential weather-related schedule changes.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is searching for missing person Jared Kendsey Keller, last seen in Tellico Plains on July 9. He may be in a silver 2018 Ford Explorer, Tennessee tag 027-BKPR. Public assistance is requested.

Law enforcement agencies coordinated a high-risk warrant, resulting in a chase, one arrest, and the seizure of fentanyl, weapons, and cash in Monroe County.