Dylan Dreiling from Tennessee Volunteers was drafted 65th overall by the Texas Rangers, with an impressive collegiate record and high expectations for his MLB career.

The National Weather Service predicts a mixture of hot and sunny days with chances of thunderstorms in Knoxville, urging residents to take heat safety precautions amid high temperatures.

Access to the Titus Creek area in North Cumberland WMA is now seasonal, mainly for hunting, due to property ownership changes. New regulations aim to conserve habitat.

An assassination attempt at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania injured the former president and resulted in two casualties, sparking reactions across the political spectrum and global condemnation.

The Town of Farragut offers a free Planning and Zoning Introduction workshop on July 31, at the Farragut Community Center to educate residents on local zoning laws.

The University of Tennessee has unveiled new "Smokey Grey" football uniforms for the 2024 season, featuring the Tennessee Tri-Star emblem and other state symbols. The uniforms are part of a Nike partnership ensuring new designs through 2025.

Firefighters tackled a significant fire at a large structure in North Knox County, with no injuries reported to the 10 residents or responders, despite the challenging heat and distance from the water supply. The cause remains under investigation.

Knoxville is bracing for extreme heat with a prediction of 97 degrees today. The NWS advises staying hydrated and suggests minimal relief at night. Rain chances increase later in the week, with possible thunderstorms.

Troy A. Carter has been appointed as the new leader of the Fusion Energy Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, succeeding interim director Phil Snyder.

Zoo Knoxville introduces "Early Bird Hours" from July 15-31, opening at 8 a.m. to offer cooler visits and unique experiences like behind-the-scenes animal care.

The National Weather Service reports a sweltering week ahead for Knoxville, with highs reaching the mid to upper 90s and minimal wind. Chance of showers increases mid-week.

Brush fires along I-40 East in Roane County caused traffic delays and an interstate closure, with local and state fire departments responding to the scene. Traffic was backed up as crews worked, which was further complicated by an overturned vehicle.

ORNL scientists are researching coastal ecosystems to understand and mitigate climate change impacts, focusing on economic importance and resilience, including a project by Elizabeth Herndon on water levels and environmental chemistry in Louisiana.