Norfolk Southern will close a railroad crossing on University Parkway in Johnson City for track maintenance, causing traffic disruptions from May 27-29.

Purdue University hosted the fifth Quantum Science Center Summer School with a record attendance, focusing on accessibility for students and networking opportunities in the quantum science field.

Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon has proposed a ½ cent increase in the Local Option Sales Tax to fund city projects, which will exclude groceries and go to a vote if the city council approves.

Knoxville weather: Clear skies and 72°F today, partly cloudy tonight with a low of 51°F. Chance of weekend showers and thunderstorms, continuing into next week.

Danny White has been recognized as Athletic Director of the Year by Sports Business Journal for his transformative impact and unprecedented revenue growth at the University of Tennessee.

Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon proposes a half-cent sales tax hike to address infrastructure funding needs, marking the first rate change since 1988.

Utility repairs caused LeConte Street in Gatlinburg to close temporarily, with officials urging commuters to expect delays and take alternative routes.

Crescent Drive in Kingsport will be closed from May 27 to July 12 for roadwork by Thomas Construction, with detours in place. Contact Russell Mays at 423-224-2426 for more information.

UT-Battelle donates $475,000 to Oak Ridge High School's STEM program for advanced manufacturing tools and support, boosting AI and robotics education.

Ahmad Gatlin's conviction for a 2021 attempted murder near Austin-East Magnet High School was overturned due to new cell phone evidence supporting his alibi, with a new trial granted.

A kitchen fire at Cloverleaf Apartments in Madisonville was quickly contained with no injuries, thanks to emergency services and residents. Traffic was affected but all residents returned home safely.

Deputy Michael Sims was named Officer of the Quarter for April 2025 by the Roane County Sheriff's Office for his exemplary service and leadership skills.

Healthcare companies Agendia, KCBC, and KDL settled False Claims Act allegations, paying over $3.75 million for submitting false claims for breast cancer testing.