Great Smoky Mountains will move backcountry permits to Recreation.gov on April 30; a $6 reservation fee and removal of a $40 cap could raise costs for longer trips. Existing bookings will be honored.

A Knoxville man says deputies arrested and detained him on the wrong warrant, costing him his job and health; he’s suing for damages and a court order to change verification practices.

Crossville police arrested two people after a proactive operation that yielded roughly seven ounces of suspected meth and about $2,300 in cash. Detectives say the investigation is ongoing.

Pigeon Forge police posted photos seeking help identifying a person tied to vandalism at Gumstand Baptist Church. Officials say tips can be submitted anonymously.

Boone-based Samaritan's Purse added 19 rebuild locations after Hurricane Helene; dozens of homes are complete or underway and applications are open across four states.

Morning fog clears to sun with highs near 77°F today. A strong warm-up will push temperatures into the 80s and near-record territory next week.

A suspect opened fire on Knox County deputies during an overnight standoff on Roberts Road; the person was arrested around 4 a.m. and no injuries were reported.

Authorities say bones found April 5 near DeRossett were identified as Michael Andrew Feustel of Crossville; the TBI and local agencies assisted.

Fentress County deputies searched wooded areas south of Jamestown after a woman described as armed and dangerous was reported in the Quail Run area. Residents were urged to lock doors and call 911 or the sheriff’s office.

House and Senate measures would expand when Tennesseans could use deadly force to stop property crimes, prompting warnings from prosecutors and safety groups.

Sunny, dry days are set for Knoxville with highs rising into the 80s by the weekend. Check local burn restrictions as humidity falls.

Federal agents raided several dermatology clinics across north Georgia and Tennessee Wednesday, seizing computers and canceling appointments at a Blue Ridge office.

A serious crash on Tazewell Pike near Scott Lane injured several and closed the highway both ways. Emergency crews including LifeStar responded to the scene.