ORNL's ESTD advances a strategic vision emphasizing energy security, resilience, and affordability, blending science with collaborative innovation to strengthen the U.S. energy sector.

Loudon Fire Department in Tennessee conducted a training with UT hospital's Perinatal team to prepare for obstetric emergencies, addressing high maternal mortality rates.

The Loudon County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee partners with Project Linus to provide handmade blankets for children during distressing calls. The blankets from volunteers offer comfort and warmth.

The Hamblen County Sheriff's Office announced their engagement with local businesses for annual calendar ads and provided a verification method against scams.

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Greenback, Tennessee, with tremors felt as far as Atlanta. Despite widespread feelings of the quake, no injuries or significant damage were reported.

Jair Martin received life in prison without parole for murdering two women in South Knoxville, as reported by DA Charme Allen. He pled guilty to murder, kidnapping, and other charges.

Samuel Bobby Campbell was arrested for defrauding elderly citizens in Hamblen County through a Publishers Clearing House scam, tricking them into paying fake taxes on non-existent prize money.

Jair Romario Martin received a life sentence without parole for the 2023 double murder of two women in Knoxville.

Knoxville Police are seeking help to identify an indecent exposure suspect with a tattoo on his right shoulder, known to frequent N. Broadway and Central.

Madisonville Police reported a head-on collision on Highway 411 involving a wrong-way driver, causing injuries and traffic rerouting to Niles Ferry Road. The road was later cleared and reopened.

The Johnson City Board of Commissioners will discuss Project Safe City, Towne Acres School, and administrative matters in a work session at the Water and Sewer Services Complex.

Sevierville Police Department advises of sewer line work on Center Street between West Main and Cedar Lane, causing potential traffic delays on June 18-19 from 8 am to 3 pm.

Knoxville celebrates Juneteenth with city office closures, special events, trash services ongoing, and pools open. City recommends digital tools for service requests.