Sgt. Nathan Carman of the Johnson City Police Department is promoted to lieutenant, praised for leadership, integrity, and teamwork by Chief Billy Church.

Johnson City Parks and Recreation is hosting Kids to Parks Day on May 17 at Willow Springs Park, offering outdoor activities aimed at reducing screen time and fostering a love for nature.

Researchers at ORNL have improved the strength of large-scale 3D prints by reducing internal porosity by 75% using a new vacuum-assisted extrusion method.

Kingsport is hosting a free skatepark event on May 17 with activities, raffles, giveaways, food trucks, and community sponsors to celebrate the start of summer and end of the school year.

State Route 334 in Blount County will be closed for bridge repairs and pedestrian bridge installation starting May 8, until May 17, subject to weather conditions.

A car hit a pedestrian and crashed into a home in East Knoxville when the driver's foot got stuck on the gas pedal. The pedestrian has non-life-threatening injuries; the driver and residents are unharmed. Police are investigating.

Mayor Kincannon joined medical teams at Safe Space Park to address the health needs of the homeless, collaborating with various Knoxville organizations, showcasing a commitment to community health and support.

State Route 334 in Blount County will close for bridge repairs from May 8 to May 17, 24/7, affecting traffic between Proffitt Springs Road and Alcoa Highway.

Emergency responders freed a person trapped in a truck after a serious two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Tazewell Pike and East Emory Road in Knox County.

Six projects at Oak Ridge National Laboratory received NAIRR and INCITE awards for AI foundation models advancing scientific research in areas including energy, cancer screening, and natural disaster monitoring.

Former Tennessee Football wide receiver Bru McCoy announced his medical retirement from the sport due to injury concerns, though he remains committed to his non-profit work with Huddle for Hearts.

Roan Mountain State Park introduced an all-terrain wheelchair to enhance accessibility, complementing Tennessee's initiative for inclusive nature access.

Knoxville Police and Young-Williams Animal Center investigate after a dog was found dead with a bag over its head, alongside a second uninjured dog, in a suspected case of animal cruelty.