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.

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.