Severe storms in East Tennessee caused road closures in Sevier County, affecting travel. One fatality occurred in Claiborne County due to a fallen tree during the storms. The community adjusts as recovery efforts continue.

The article describes the 15th annual Business Opportunities Breakfast in Knoxville, inviting local businesses to network and learn about the city's procurement needs and policies.

Foggy conditions in Knoxville this morning are set to clear for a sunny day with a high of 73°F, and a slight chance of evening showers. The week ahead anticipates variable weather with chances of rain and storms, particularly from Monday onward.

A man was critically injured in a shooting in Blount County, and the suspect, Benjamin Absher, was arrested and charged with attempted criminal homicide.

Suspect Jonathan Sims is in custody after a multi-agency car chase ended with him crashing into a Sevierville police cruiser and attempting to flee on foot. No serious injuries occurred during the incident.

The No. 8 seed LSU Tigers upset top-seeded Tennessee Lady Vols with a 2-1 win at the SEC Softball Tournament, ending Tennessee's championship repeat hopes.

A kitchen fire at Dick's Last Resort in Gatlinburg caused a temporary shutdown of the Parkway, but normal traffic resumed after the fire was controlled.

Eight unclaimed veterans were given a dignified military burial in East Tennessee, with the local community and veterans attending to honor their service.

Authorities are actively searching for two missing kids from Sevier County, possibly in Kentucky. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is aiding in the search.

The Knox County Board of Education decided to keep school security to professional officers, not arming teachers despite a new Tennessee law allowing concealed carry by educators.

Knoxville's weather will fluctuate, with scattered rains transitioning to chances of showers and potential thunderstorms. Temperature highs will be in the low 70s with intermittent clear skies and a possibility of gusty winds.

An Ober Mountain employee fell 20 feet while on a mountain coaster, suffering injuries. He was conscious post-fall, and taken to UT Medical Center. The cause of the incident is still unclear.

Tonka, the last elephant at Zoo Knoxville and one of North America's largest African elephants, was euthanized due to worsening health issues related to his leg.