The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for parts of NC, TN, and VA, predicting potential strong storms with hail and wind gusts, while the tornado threat is low.

The Knoxville Mayor's Youth Council is welcoming applications from high school students willing to influence city policy and engage in local governance.

Bryan Keith Cole was arrested for a West Knoxville residential burglary, possibly linked to supporting his drug habit; this followed similar incidents on Fairmont Boulevard and Coker Avenue.

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.