Following WNV detection in mosquitoes, KCHD will spray parts of East Knoxville to reduce transmission risk, including areas around Milligan Street and N Cherry Street. Residents are advised to stay indoors during the treatment.

Madisonville officials remind of legal firework dates within city limits, emphasizing safety and noise control, with times set from 7am-11pm and fines for violations.

Knox County commissioners entrusted KCSO with the temporary control of the Richard L. Bean Juvenile Detention Center amid calls for reform and after complaints of management issues.

ORNL scientists used machine learning on the Summit supercomputer to accurately predict molten salt properties, aiding nuclear reactor design and safety.

Dr. Laurie Shanderson Evans has been named as the new president and CEO of the Knoxville Area Urban League, bringing over 30 years of experience in higher education and consultancy.

A Monroe County corrections officer, Joshua Duncan, was fired and arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle Suboxone into jail inside a Bible. An investigation showed he and three inmates conspired in previous contraband deliveries.

A Florida man, Giovannie Torres, was indicted on 32 felony charges for sexually exploiting minors through social media. He faces extradition to Tennessee.

A Heat Advisory is in effect in East Tennessee, with the heat index possibly reaching 107 degrees. Residents should stay cool and hydrated. Thunderstorms are also forecast later in the week.

Knoxville Police Department is searching for Amauri Adams, wanted for aggravated assault on an officer and evading arrest after a traffic stop incident.

The body of Guy Ro DeMasellis was found in an abandoned camper, ending the search since February. LCSO ruled out foul play and thanked the community for their help.

The body of Guy Ro DeMasellis was found in an abandoned camper after being reported missing, with no evidence of foul play. The community had aided in the search.

The Knoxville Fire Department responded to a kitchen fire at Sutters Mill Apartments, extinguishing the blaze with no injuries reported but one unit was damaged.

TDOT announced closures of several ramps to I-275 North in Knox County for bridge work, including asbestos removal and demolition. The affected ramps will be closed nightly until June 27.