Hot and humid Friday with scattered strong storms likely this afternoon; damaging winds and brief heavy rain are the primary threats.

A Vonore inspection found raw chicken held at about 63°F, warm cut tomatoes and a grimy can opener, resulting in a failing 56 for Cielito Lindo.

Crews poured concrete into a 20x20x17-foot sinkhole under Runway 5/23; Tri‑Cities Airport says it expects the runway to reopen Thursday morning pending inspections.

TDOT says extra wall reinforcement will push the Woodson Drive–Cherokee Trail phase of Alcoa Highway out to spring 2030. Expect rolling roadblocks and overnight closures during the work.

Knox County’s 2025 development report shows $2.4 billion in new construction and nearly 6,000 permitted units, with a countywide shift toward multi‑unit housing.

FEMA approved more than $50M for 39 Tennessee recovery projects to clear debris and repair roads, bridges and utilities after recent storms.

A wanted man was taken into custody after his car went into a creek during a pursuit; deputies waded in and arrested him. Booking records list multiple charges.

Fog burns off to a hot, muggy afternoon in Knoxville. Highs near 88°F with heat‑index values in the mid‑90s and a slight storm chance before 4 p.m.

An early-morning fire damaged the building housing Cheers at Choto Marina in West Knoxville; crews saved the fuel pump and boat slips and no injuries were reported.

TSSAA’s Board voted 8‑4 to add a 35‑second shot clock, allowing optional use in tournaments next season and targeting full adoption by 2029.

Local Realtors say May was the region’s busiest month since 2019 as sales jumped year‑over‑year; median prices hover near $370K while affordable inventory stays thin.

Knoxville police renewed a public plea for tips in the 2019 killing of Nahimana Zacharia. Detectives say social handles and witness memories could crack the cold case.

Fog this morning, then rounds of showers and thunderstorms today in Knoxville; highs near 85°F and pockets of heavy rain possible.