Dr. Laurie Shanderson Evans has been named as the new president and CEO of the Knoxville Area Urban League, bringing over 30 years of experience in higher education and consultancy.

A Monroe County corrections officer, Joshua Duncan, was fired and arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle Suboxone into jail inside a Bible. An investigation showed he and three inmates conspired in previous contraband deliveries.

A Florida man, Giovannie Torres, was indicted on 32 felony charges for sexually exploiting minors through social media. He faces extradition to Tennessee.

A Heat Advisory is in effect in East Tennessee, with the heat index possibly reaching 107 degrees. Residents should stay cool and hydrated. Thunderstorms are also forecast later in the week.

Knoxville Police Department is searching for Amauri Adams, wanted for aggravated assault on an officer and evading arrest after a traffic stop incident.

The body of Guy Ro DeMasellis was found in an abandoned camper, ending the search since February. LCSO ruled out foul play and thanked the community for their help.

The body of Guy Ro DeMasellis was found in an abandoned camper after being reported missing, with no evidence of foul play. The community had aided in the search.

The Knoxville Fire Department responded to a kitchen fire at Sutters Mill Apartments, extinguishing the blaze with no injuries reported but one unit was damaged.

TDOT announced closures of several ramps to I-275 North in Knox County for bridge work, including asbestos removal and demolition. The affected ramps will be closed nightly until June 27.

A Knoxville apartment fire displaced 14 residents and caused significant damage, but no injuries were reported. Firefighters brought it under control in ten minutes. The cause is under investigation.

Knoxville Police arrested Markese Stovall after finding 180 grams of suspected meth and a gun in his car during a traffic stop for a brake light issue. Stovall faces multiple charges.

The Knoxville community supports Deputy Dalton Swanger, who was critically injured by an attack involving a rock. Suspect Christpher Hensley faces multiple charges, including attempted murder. Funds are being raised for Swanger's medical costs.

Former Freshman All-American DJ Newman, a two-way player with a .388 average and 3.60 ERA, transfers from Bowling Green to Tennessee Volunteers baseball.