The Town of Farragut announced its 2026 quilt show to be held at the Farragut Community Center on February 21-22 with free entry, inviting quilters to apply by January 23.

A student at McMinn County High School faces charges and school discipline after a weapon was found in their car; officials confirmed no threat to campus safety.

TDOT warns of lane closures on SR 66 in Sevier County for milling and paving, advising caution and planning for delays.

Knoxville expects mild fog to turn into weekend showers and possible thunderstorms, with warm temperatures and cautious weather advisories for wind and potential localized flooding.

The Sevier County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 13-year-old girl, Molly Kate Dixon, considered an endangered runaway. She was last seen on January 5 in Seymour, Tennessee.

Giri Prakash of Oak Ridge National Laboratory has become a senior member of IEEE, a distinction held by only 10% of members, highlighting his expertise and contributions in data systems.

Highway 95 reopens after a dump truck overturn caused a closure. Injuries were minor, and the road was cleared with help from multiple agencies. The investigation is ongoing.

ORNL researchers developed a new energy storage design using ionogels, aiming to improve safety and efficiency by replacing flammable liquid electrolytes with a stable membrane.

Knoxville sees a decrease in violent crime, with a 26% drop in murders and a 27% reduction in non-fatal shootings in 2025, marking progress in public safety efforts.

Road maintenance on Highway 66 in Sevierville may cause delays on Jan 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., affecting southbound traffic near Fred C. Atchley Bridge.

City invites public input for the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan meeting on Jan. 13 and online; discussions will focus on affordable housing and community development.

Knoxville reported a 45% decrease in traffic fatalities in 2025, reaching a five-year low with 29 deaths, due to enhanced safety measures and enforcement.

Knoxville Police support overdose victims' families with a support group meeting featuring guest speaker Tracee Smith, aimed at communal healing, with no registration or cost involved.