The National Weather Service in Knoxville predicts varied weather, with temperatures ranging from the mid-80s and potential weekend showers to cooler conditions and possible frost by Tuesday night.

A Maryville Police officer in the traffic division is stable after a motorcycle crash while responding to another incident. The accident is under investigation.

Maryville College to hold its first AI Summit on May 8, focusing on integrating AI in education and discussing its potential impact across various levels.

Farragut Town Hall reopens with an open house on April 14 after renovations, offering tours and staff Q&A, and the relaunch of the Knox County Clerk’s and Trustee’s Office on April 21, plus a ribbon-cutting on April 24 before a Board meeting.

New RNA biosensor technology at Oak Ridge National Laboratory allows real-time monitoring of gene expression in plants, enhancing agriculture and biosecurity.

ORNL has made progress in nuclear thermal rocket technology, which could accelerate NASA's Mars missions with new fuel coatings tested in a reactor at Ohio State University.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory announces a series of community nature walks focusing on the local ecosystem's biodiversity, starting with wildflowers and forests.

A motorcyclist died and four others were injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Jefferson County, with the Tennessee Highway Patrol investigating the incident.

Knoxville man Jayshawn Williams was sentenced to 36 years for Second Degree Murder after a fatal shooting. His conviction stems from a May 2023 incident where he shot another man in the head. Williams has a criminal history and gang affiliation.

The Carter County Sheriff's Office warns of a counterfeit money scam in Roan Mountain and Hampton, with small purchases made using fake $50 and $100 bills.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is hiring Corrections Officers, offering benefits like free medical insurance and paid leave. Duties include inmate processing and security. Applications are accepted in Dandridge, TN.

Knoxville forecast includes sun, storms, and potential severe weather with a Hazardous Weather Outlook issued for strong winds and possible flash floods.

The reopening of the State Route 67/91 Bridge in Tennessee is delayed by a month due to complications in repair work after damage from Hurricane Helene.