A small plane made an emergency water landing in Fort Loudoun Lake after the pilot reported running out of fuel; Rural Metro said no injuries were reported.

A motorcyclist, identified as Jeremy Gambrill, died after colliding with a deer on a Blount County highway, according to local reports. State and federal data underline the risks riders face.

Claiborne Animal Shelter took in more than 30 dogs from a hoarding case; officials say the animals were surrendered and no charges were filed. The shelter is seeking fosters and donations while it treats animals under quarantine.

Dense fog Friday morning clears to sun and highs near 85°F. Rain chances return Sunday and increase into next week with afternoon storms possible.

Dee and Jimmy Haslam pledged $130 million to the University of Tennessee in Knoxville on June 4, 2026, a major gift that university leaders say will support campus priorities.

Greeneville‑Greene County EMS applied for a Safe Streets grant to pilot carrying whole blood and portable ultrasound to crash scenes, aiming to speed life‑saving care. Officials say crews could be trained and running the program within months if funded.

TWRA says the 'collar' seen on a Maryville bear was a GPS tracker used to monitor a mother and her four cubs after they were relocated to the Smokies.

Troopers with the Tennessee Highway Patrol are investigating a deadly crash early Thursday on State Route 129 — the Tail of the Dragon — with few details released so far.

More than 2,000 LCUB customers lost power on June 4; crews restored service by 10:07 a.m. as crews worked to re‑energize affected lines.

Clear, cool start Thursday with highs near 84°F. Dry and sunny through the weekend; showers may return early next week.

Police warned after a bear was seen in north Clinton Wednesday; officials posted safety steps and a non‑emergency line for sightings. Authorities urge residents to secure attractants and report sightings.

An employee at the Blount County Sheriff’s Office was placed on unpaid administrative leave after multiple allegations; prosecutors have asked the TBI to investigate. Officials have not released details.

TDHS adopted broad‑based categorical eligibility for SNAP, raising the gross‑income cutoff to 200% and easing asset rules — a change that could expand benefits to more working families across Tennessee.