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.

The National Weather Service confirmed that two EF-1 tornadoes hit East Tennessee, causing concentrated damage and downed trees, but no injuries or fatalities.

Sevierville Police warn of minor delays on New Era Road due to a new sewer line installation on May 22, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., advising caution and possibly using alternative routes.

Sheriff Jones spotlights Daniel Mullins on Facebook, wanted for aggravated statutory rape and soliciting a minor, urging the community and Mullins to contact law enforcement.

A suspect, Elijah Clark, led a high-speed chase reaching over 130 mph on Interstate 40, crashing his vehicle. He faces multiple charges, including felony narcotics possession and evading arrest.

Sevierville PD offers a free Collision Avoidance Training for drivers aged 16-20 on May 25 to improve driving skills and safety. Registration is required.

Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and NC State University have simulated the real-time movement of tens of thousands of electrons, advancing understanding of material responses at the atomic scale.

TDOT allocates $1 billion for Knox County interchange upgrades to improve traffic and reduce flooding, with construction starting in 2029 and 2032 for Watt Road and Campbell Station Road, respectively.

Farragut, Tennessee, announces two public hearings on its FY 2025-2026 budget for June 12 and June 26 at Town Hall, advocating for resident participation and transparency.

JCPD hosts a bike safety event for kids, focusing on safe cycling education, at the Langston Centre on June 12 with hands-on practice sessions for children.