Tennessee running back Dylan Sampson has been named SEC Player of the Year by USA Today after a standout season, scoring 22 touchdowns and 132 points, setting a record for the University.

The National Weather Service in Knoxville forecasts a clear and cold day with a high of 36°F, followed by a sunny weekend with increasing temperatures, and rain expected by Sunday night, continuing into the week.

Knoxville is installing 17 retractable bollards on Union Avenue and Market Street to improve pedestrian safety and aesthetics during events, replacing bulky barricades for efficiency.

A person was taken into custody near Cumberland County High School after being found with weapons; no threat to students is present, officials report.

The Knoxville region anticipates changing weather, featuring a cold front with gusty winds and a significant temperature drop, as forecasted by the National Weather Service.

Knox County Schools in Tennessee are removing 48 books from libraries to comply with the updated Age-Appropriate Materials Act, which bans books with sexual content and excessive violence.

A fugitive in Madisonville used a trap door to elude arrest but was eventually caught by authorities, including a SWAT team and K-9 unit. A woman was charged for aiding the suspect.

Sevier County, Tennessee, faces multiple brush fires, leading to emergency responses and evacuations. A danger alert has stopped burn permits, with fires threatening structures and requiring extensive firefighting efforts.

ORNL researchers, led by Vipin Kumar, have developed a technology that protects composite materials like turbine blades from lightning strikes. They successfully tested a resilient 6.5-foot blade tip.

Deputies in Claiborne County charged three individuals with various drug and weapons offenses after a traffic stop led to the discovery of five pounds of meth, other narcotics, and handguns.

East Tennessee's historical architecture is receiving $6.1 million in state grants for the rehabilitation of various significant structures, including courthouses and iconic buildings.

The trial of Larry McBee, charged with second-degree murder in the shooting of Rural King employee Tristan Smith, is underway as witness testimony and evidence are presented.

The Opportunities in Energy conference in Knoxville focused on Tennessee's advanced energy economy with leaders discussing nuclear and renewable energy innovations.