The National Weather Service in Morristown, TN issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook with heat reaching 93°F, a heat index of 96°F, a 50% chance of nighttime storms, and a quiet week ahead with temps in the 90s.

The TBI cancelled a Silver Alert for 85-year-old Albert Young from Knox County after he was found safe in South Carolina. He had been last seen in Knoxville.

Ashley Ahrens is charged with being an accessory to her husband's kidnapping of a child, and Arlena Canez faces multiple abuse and kidnapping charges in separate incidents. Both are currently in custody.

A black bear entered an Anakeesta concession stand, causing a brief encounter with an employee. No injuries were reported, and the park emphasized coexistence with wildlife.

A bear is to be euthanized after touching a woman and child in Gatlinburg due to its lack of fear of humans, linked to being fed by people. The TWRA stresses the importance of not feeding wildlife for safety.

Knoxville anticipates a heatwave with day temperatures in the low to mid-90s, potentially accompanied by evening thunderstorms and a slight chance of showers throughout the week.

Deputy Brandon Bullins of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office was arrested on a domestic assault charge and suspended from his duties following an incident at his residence.

A Silver Alert has been issued for missing 80-year-old Roger Phillips Sr. from Cumberland County, amid concerns for his safety. He was last seen on June 19, possibly driving a burgundy Ford F-150.

The Tennessee Volunteers are in the College World Series Finals against Texas A&M, their first appearance since 1951, with games viewable at a local drive-in and broadcast on ESPN and ABC.

Nate Martin has left his position as athletic director at Clinton High School amidst a scandal involving grade-fixing and ineligible player participation.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is probing the third inmate death at Campbell County Jail in two months, including the recent death of 26-year-old Mikaila Cherokee Perciful. The previous deaths were not linked to staff action or overdose.

Knoxville expects a sunny day with highs near 93°F and 100% humidity, feeling like 97°F. The evening may cool to 73°F. The weekend forecast anticipates similar heat, possible storms on Sunday night, and continued warm weather into the next week.

The "Summer of Hope" campaign by Hope for Ukraine is launching camps for 1,200 Ukrainian refugee children in the U.S., Ukraine, and Italy, focusing on fun, learning, and psychological support.