The Tennessee Army National Guard deployed helicopters to aid in extinguishing the East Tennessee wildfires, demonstrating rapid support at Mountain City's request.

Multiple brush fires in Sevier County prompted evacuations, though residents have since been allowed to return home, with authorities urging continued vigilance due to the unpredictable conditions. Two homes were lost, but no injuries were reported.

A lawsuit claims Cocke County Sheriff's Office and Newport Police showed "deliberate indifference," resulting in inmate Kristina Dukes' death from a diabetic episode.

Evacuation orders in Sevier County lifted after brush fires; conditions improve with recent rainfall, but high fire danger persists. Fire crews continue to monitor, and residents are urged to stay alert.

The NWS has issued a wind advisory for southwest North Carolina and east Tennessee with gusts up to 40 mph, warning of disruptions and advising caution.

Inmate Dolwin Cormia, already serving life, is convicted of assaulting multiple officers, including a pregnant one, at Morgan County Correctional Complex.

Gatlinburg Fire Department contained a two-acre wildland fire with help from nearby agencies. Dry conditions prompted a burn ban due to increased fire risk.

Kingsport Area Transit Service introduces "KATS Connect," an on-demand microtransit shuttle service accessible through a mobile app or by calling, to provide flexible and efficient in-city travel.

A fire at Bronco Mexican Restaurant in Harrogate caused an explosion, leaving one dead. Multiple fire departments responded, and the restaurant was a total loss, while a tobacco shop incurred minor damage. The cause is under investigation.

Researchers at ORNL developed a new method to measure magnetic fluctuations at the nanoscale using a scanning NV center microscope, enhancing understanding of magnetic thin films for advancing computing technologies.

Maryville High School commenced a significant $55 million expansion project, including new classrooms, an auditorium, and safety improvements to address overcrowding and modernize facilities.

The National Weather Service in Morristown warns of strong winds and severe weather in Tennessee and North Carolina, with power outages and driving difficulties expected.

A Sevier County man was arrested after firing a shotgun near a neighbor's home and fleeing into the woods, where he was located by a drone piloted by Corporal Brandon Watkins. He faces multiple charges including reckless endangerment.