Officer Andrew Bowser joins the Maryville Police Department, bringing his certified law enforcement experience to enhance community service and safety.

UT and UTMC have launched the Center for Precision Health, a transdisciplinary facility with advanced medical technologies for research and innovation.

Johnson City Commission set a timetable for alcohol sales with Ordinance #4925-25; sales are allowed 8 AM-1 AM Mon-Sat, with limited hours Sunday. Violators face fines or license suspensions.

Seven individuals were indicted for their alleged roles in the in-custody death of Elijah Lester Isbill in Tennessee, facing charges ranging from Official Misconduct to Criminally Negligent Homicide.

The Ogle Drive bridge in Pigeon Forge is closing for a year starting September 9th, 2025, due to modernization efforts, with a temporary bridge to help with traffic flow.

TDOT schedules maintenance on I-24 in Grundy County, with anticipated delays due to rolling roadblocks and shoulder closures for pipe repairs on eastbound lanes.

State Route 93 in Sullivan County will temporarily close for construction between Murrell Lane and SR 347 starting Friday, with detours via I-81 and I-26.

The African Union endorses the #CorrectTheMap campaign to promote accurate representation of Africa's size on world maps, urging the UN to revise map projections that diminish the continent.

The NWS in Knoxville forecasts severe weather today, sunny with a high of 82°F and a 30% chance of storms increasing to 60% tonight. The weekend may bring more showers with clearer skies expected Sunday.

Seven staff members from Monroe County Jail were indicted following the death of Elijah Isbill, a 74-year-old preacher, after being restrained for hours.

Knoxville's city council has delayed the decision on selling part of Chilhowee Park to Emerald Youth Foundation for a sports complex, seeking more input from public meetings.

Classic rock band Kansas is set to perform at Covenant Health Park in Knoxville on October 8th, with tickets available September 12th. This marks the new stadium's first concert.

The article provides an overview of traffic occurrences in Knox County during Labor Day weekend, noting crashes, DUI arrests, and law enforcement's efforts to maintain road safety.