Knoxville officer Tyler Wheeler faces theft charges for allegedly shoplifting Kratom pouches while on duty; he's reassigned and under internal review.

Elizabethton City Council is set to have a first reading of the FY 25/26 budget, which includes increased funding for schools, pay raises for city staff, and infrastructure improvements, along with a property tax rate adjustment.

Zachary Newton, 35, was indicted for second-degree murder after a woman fatally overdosed. He faces further charges, including drug sales and evidence tampering, found with narcotics and firearms at his home.

Tennessee authorities raided a home in a crackdown on fentanyl distribution, finding drugs, guns, and a police badge. No arrests have been made yet, but charges are forthcoming.

TDOT inspects the Market Street bridge in Hamilton County, leading to lane closures and potential traffic delays from June 10-12, between 8 AM and 5 PM.

Knoxville forecast predicts increased showers and thunderstorms, with calm winds and high temperatures, reaching a peak 90% chance of rain by Saturday.

Knoxville City Council approved the first reading of a proposed sales tax increase, which would fund public amenities and infrastructure improvements, pending a voter decision in November.

Rockwood woman Heather Thomas was charged after a raid by Roane County Sheriff's Office yielded drugs, firearms, and cash; she faces multiple possession and firearms charges.

Upcoming construction will cause nightly closures of several I-275 North on-ramps in Knox County from June 11th evening to June 12th morning, weather permitting. Drivers should plan alternate routes.

Knoxville police seized drugs and guns, including a stolen firearm and an AR-style pistol with a defaced serial number, from a vehicle after a K-9 alerted to narcotics. Three occupants were arrested on various charges.

Officer Jessie Henson was named Officer of the Year at the Reagan Day Dinner organized by the Cumberland County Republican Party, recognizing his dedication to public safety.

Property crime detectives are seeking information about a stolen Dulcie’s Café food truck in Knoxville, which was taken by a white rental truck from Home Depot. The police and community are working to recover the stolen mobile café.

Knoxville's weather starts humid with morning fog, leading to a sunny day with temperatures in the mid-80s. The pattern continues midweek, but thunderstorms are expected by the weekend.