KnoxConnect, unveiled by Commissioner Larsen Jay, would sink parts of Neyland Drive and James White Parkway and build parks and retail on top to reconnect downtown, UT and the riverfront. The plan is pitched as privately produced and phased to attract investment.

Knoxville Crime Stoppers named Markeyta Loverson wanted on an aggravated assault warrant. Tips can be submitted anonymously by text, phone, app or online; a reward is available.

Two Elizabethton residents were arrested after alleged vandalism at U.S. Forest Service recreation sites around Watauga Lake; one faces a sex-exploitation charge.

A paddle on the Emory River near Oakdale went wrong when heavy rain sent five kayakers into the current; locals and multi‑agency crews pulled everyone to shore and recovered gear.

Athens will pair a 600‑drone America 250 light show with its July 4 Buddy Liner fireworks at Athens Regional Park, plus a free concert and family activities.

Patchy morning fog lifts to mostly sunny skies and a high near 81°F. Isolated mountain storms are possible this afternoon.

Knoxville police and Crime Stoppers are searching for Andrew Lee Flowers III on multiple forgery and computer-related warrants; tips may be eligible for up to $2,000.

Long TSA lines at McGhee Tyson left some travelers waiting as long as 82 minutes; airport and TSA officials urge arriving early during peak windows.

A storm cluster near St. Louis may push strong storms into East Tennessee this evening, county officials warn.

The county approved a 62‑unit townhome plan at Morganton Road and William Blount Drive with traffic and buffer conditions attached after a crowded meeting.

Knoxville’s Real Time Information Center is now operating on a limited basis. Residents can register or integrate private cameras to share footage with KPD.

Jellystone Park reopens June 1 in Pigeon Forge after a multimillion-dollar renovation, with cabins, pools, RV sites and Yogi Bear meet-and-greets returning for summer.

River & Rail Theatre bought the fire‑damaged Sterchi‑Audigier home on East Magnolia and will renovate it into a new performing‑arts center with city support.