Jair Martin pleaded guilty to the 2023 double murder of Madison and Heidi Johnson, also admitting to aggravated kidnapping, criminal impersonation, and evading arrest.

TDOT has announced a bridge repair on I-75 South in Campbell County, with a lane closure at mile marker 133 causing traffic delays from June 8-11. Drivers are advised to check travel conditions and drive cautiously.

Oak Ridge Police increase patrols after a violent block party in Scarboro where nine were shot and one stabbed; the department seeks community engagement for public safety.

The TBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Sweetwater after a Madisonville officer shot a man during an incident where the man fired a shot after negotiations failed.

Judge Harrington grants Kenneth DeHart a new preliminary hearing after ruling that he was not given adequate time to secure private counsel for his defense against charges including first-degree murder of Deputy Greg McCowan.

The NWS in Knoxville predicts showers and possible thunderstorms in the coming days, with highs around 85 degrees and varying chances of precipitation throughout the week.

Jason Bellamy is appointed as Kingsport's new Police Chief, effective June 29, 2025, succeeding Dale Phipps, with City Manager McCartt praising his leadership qualities.

A traffic stop in Claiborne County led to a high-speed chase and the arrest of a man, with illegal substances and money seized by the Sheriff's Office.

A 91-year-old South Carolina woman, Betty Fay Fisher, was found safe in Virginia after being reported missing and her vehicle spotted in East Tennessee.

Knoxville Police took part in an annual emergency preparedness drill involving field teams and operations centers to enhance their regional emergency response readiness.

Kingsport reinstates the "Saturdays with the Chef" series at the local Farmers Market from June 7, offering free seasonal cooking demos by local chefs.

The DOJ has offered commentary on Zakai Zeigler's lawsuit against the NCAA, emphasizing the need for flexibility in evaluating eligibility rules and their impact on competition without taking sides.

Kingsport’s Glow Walk event on National Trail Days offers a nighttime trail experience with lanterns and glow necklaces on June 7, behind PetSmart on Indian Drive Trailhead. Free entry, registration recommended.