Blount County receives an $813,200 state grant to build four new affordable single-family homes, with the Foothills Community Development Corporation facilitating the project.

Jason Lee Land, a missing 31-year-old man, was found safe by the Pigeon Forge Police after a search effort. His last known location was near Mill Creek Resort and Campground.

Tennessee's "Back the Blue Act" imposes stricter penalties for assaulting first responders, making it a Class E felony to assault a law enforcement officer, with a $10,000 fine and minimum 60-day jail term.

ORNL has formed a five-year collaborative agreement with NIMS to advance materials research, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and eco-friendly technologies.

The NWS in Knoxville forecasts a 20% chance of showers with highs near 94°F and a heat index of 102°F. Evenings may see more showers and thunderstorms. The weekend continues with similar patterns and a hazardous weather outlook has been issued.

The last beam was added to Roane State Community College's new Health Science building, marking a construction milestone for the facility set to host a variety of health programs.

The White Pine Police Department warns of a spate of catalytic converter thefts and advises residents to monitor their properties and report any suspicious activity.

Andrew Conant from ORNL focuses on nuclear nonproliferation, working to ensure the peaceful use of nuclear materials. His research contributes to understanding the production purposes of isotopes for enhancing monitoring and security strategies.

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory are advancing solid-state cooling technology by exploring the atomic behaviors of a nickel-cobalt-manganese-indium alloy with potential for improved efficiency.

The family of fallen Knox County Deputy Tucker Blakely is honoring him by raising funds for the Union County Humane Society during his birthday month.

Two dead and one injured in a shooting at The Pint House in Knoxville; suspects Kevin Matthews and Steven Davis confronted victims, with Matthews still at large, charged with first-degree murder.

A search is underway for Larry, 73, and Beverly Young, 74, after their disappearance from an ATV park in Scott County. Their ATV was found abandoned, and concerns are heightened due to their health issues.

The National Weather Service forecasts a hot and partly sunny Independence Day week for Knoxville with highs near 94 degrees and a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms.