Brian Harrison, accused of financial fraud, was arrested by Knoxville Police for crimes at a local McDonald's including card fraud and identity theft.

The Knox County Regional Forensic Center is observing National MDI Week to honor and raise awareness of the critical role of death investigators and their team's work.

Two teens — Alexis Shears, 17, and Eulanda Mitchelle, 15 — were reported missing from the Bearden area; Crime Stoppers is asking for tips.

Surveillance shows a suspect smash a Jefferson City shop and steal jewelry. East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers is asking for anonymous tips.

Knox County deputies say a traffic stop on I‑40 turned up $18,443 in allegedly stolen Ulta and Sephora merchandise; three people now face organized‑retail and theft charges.

A West Knox County apartment fire was swiftly addressed by Rural Metro Fire, with no injuries and minimal damage thanks to the use of thermal imaging technology.

The Melton Lake Greenway under Edgemoor Road Bridge in Oak Ridge will be closed from Feb. 2-6 for maintenance, with potential schedule changes due to weather.

A house fire in West Knox County was quickly extinguished by Rural Metro Fire, with no injuries reported; the fire department reminds residents to clean fireplaces annually.

Johnson City property owners must pay their 2025 property taxes by February 28 to avoid penalties, with the option to pay by mail, in person, or online with an added fee.

The National Weather Service issued a Cold Weather Advisory for southwest North Carolina and east Tennessee. Knoxville experiences clear skies but very low temperatures and wind chills. Residents are warned of hypothermia risk and black ice on roads.

Black ice caused a fatal SUV crash in Claiborne County, TN, killing an 8-year-old and injuring three others. Charges are pending against the driver and passenger, with seatbelt usage noted as a significant factor.

East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers named Bryan Christopher Pasquini in a Manhunt Monday alert, saying he’s wanted for check‑washing and forgery; tips can be submitted anonymously.

LawlerWood is under contract for the 13‑story U.S. Bank tower at 607 Market St and plans to convert upper floors into roughly 50 condos while keeping ground-floor retail.