A 37-year-old Knoxville man faces charges after deputies found a 75-year-old woman living amid rodents and filth and suffering an apparent injury.

A Flood Watch covers much of East Tennessee and southeast Kentucky as a midweek First Alert Weather Day brings isolated downpours and localized flood risk.

A Flood Watch is in effect for Knoxville on Wednesday as repeated heavy showers and thunderstorms may produce 1–2 inches of rain and localized flooding through the evening.

Oak Ridge officials reminded riders Tuesday that Tennessee law requires helmets for drivers and passengers of ATVs and UTVs on public roads. The notice cites state safety data and the statute.

A cereal bar called Cereously Good has popped up on East Magnolia, stirring neighborhood curiosity and prompting questions about menu and opening plans.

A 45‑acre tract along Millertown Pike is being cleared for a 123‑unit subdivision after county planners approved a lower‑density plan that preserves steep woods. Construction is now visible from the road.

A Monday evening house fire on West Pines Road in Greene County killed one person and prompted a joint investigation by state and local authorities. The victim was transported to ETSU’s Jenkins Forensic Center for identification.

UTRF has sued Anthropic in Delaware, saying the maker of Claude used university‑owned neural‑network patents; the foundation seeks damages and an injunction. The case arrives as Anthropic faces other legal pressure.

Early voting in Anderson County runs July 17–Aug. 1 for the Aug. 6 state primary and county general election. Hours, sites and the local races to watch are outlined here.

Anderson County Schools will take public comment July 21 on plans to sell the existing Claxton Elementary site as a new campus is built nearby.

A national plumbing supplier plans to open in Alcoa, the Daily Times reports, a move that could add distribution jobs and work for local contractors.

Local firms, a university clinic and city programs are repurposing historic buildings into offices and services that preserve neighborhood character while adding jobs.

Hot and muggy Tuesday with highs near 91°F. Storms tonight could bring heavy rain and gusty winds.