A 69‑year‑old Maryland motorcyclist was injured after striking a bear on E Lamar Alexander Parkway in Blount County; officials say the bear fled and injuries are unknown.

A Flood Watch covers parts of East Tennessee through Sunday morning. Cocke County EMA urged residents to remain weather‑aware as heavy storms could cause localized flooding.

A Friday-night pursuit in East Knox County ended on Kodak Road with a suspect dead; the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has been asked to investigate.

A Grainger County man was arrested after allegedly attacking a deputy in Bean Station. The officer was treated at UT Medical Center and later released.

Strong, potentially severe storms may sweep through Knoxville early Saturday, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds. Heat and humidity are set to return next week.

Foggy morning gives way to highs near 90°F today; showers expected Saturday and a stronger heat spike next week.

A West Knoxville hemp retailer says Tennessee's new hemp rules forced it to close by July 2, citing lost THCa sales and tighter licensing.

A 70-year-old Maryville bicyclist was killed on Old Niles Ferry Road; deputies are searching for a dark Dodge pickup seen near the crash.

A suspect surrendered after a reported shot on Caton Road in Sevierville; police say no injuries were reported and the scene was cleared.

A head-on crash on Cagle Mountain last Friday killed two people and injured four. Authorities closed Highway 111 while the Tennessee Highway Patrol investigates.

A City of Clinton 911 dispatcher turned himself in and now faces multiple child‑sex charges; arraignment is set for Thursday, June 25.

Patchy morning fog clears for a mostly sunny Thursday with a high near 88°F. Showers and storms return Friday–Sunday and highs spike into the 90s early next week.

Federal prosecutors say an Oak Ridge man was sentenced to 27 years after sending child pornography to an undercover agent; investigators seized dozens of files.