Knoxville faces a week of showers and thunderstorms, with a 60% chance of rain today. Despite a high near 79 degrees, it'll feel sticky with 100% humidity. Rain chances diminish evening but persist through the week, with highs in the mid-80s.

Tennessee Volunteers won their NCAA opener against Northern Kentucky with a 9-3 score, backed by AJ Causey's standout pitching and Billy Amick's crucial homer.

ABR is caring for a bear cub injured by a car in Sevier County, rescued after its mother was seen calling for it. Receiving treatment and donations, it's the fourth such rescue recently.

Tennessee man Craig Callen, a former Middlesboro teacher, was arrested on sex crime charges after a Kentucky State Police investigation. He awaits extradition to Kentucky.

The National Weather Service predicts a mix of cloudy skies, showers, and thunderstorms for Knoxville with varying chances of precipitation throughout the week.

The Young-Williams Animal Center's Bearden facility is temporarily closed due to a distemper outbreak, with a full-scale cleanup and animal testing underway. Other services continue at a separate wing.

Retired Federal Judge Bruce Guyton is appointed full-time Deputy Chief of Professional Standards at Knoxville Police Department, after an interim period and a national search for the role.

Rachel Carolyn Hall was arrested for reckless burning after a candle she lit led to a fire at a South Knoxville building, which she used for shelter. No injuries reported; the building was a loss.

A Knoxville family's 6-week-old son died after being attacked by their family dog; the dog was held under quarantine, and the child's organs were donated.

Knoxville expects mixed weather with sunny skies and highs in the low 80s, shifting to cloudy evenings and a 50% chance of weekend showers and thunderstorms, as per the National Weather Service.

Knoxville will host the annual MLK Jr. Parade/March and Juneteenth Celebration with community involvement, local vendors, and live entertainment to honor the legacy of Dr. King and celebrate freedom.

The Knoxville City Council has allocated $247,855 in grants for the preservation of historic sites, including the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum and the Birdhouse Neighborhood Center.

Morgan County Sheriff Wayne Potter announced on Facebook his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer that has spread to his liver, expressing intent to continue serving and ensuring the sheriff's office remains operational during his treatment.