Local coverage said most Tennessee counties lost jobs in 2025, but state and university data tell a messier story: gains were concentrated around Nashville while many counties lagged.

A Knox County jury convicted Jarrett David Simoneaux on three counts of aggravated sexual battery; a judge ordered consecutive terms that total 30 years without parole.

A Rhea County man pleaded guilty to reckless homicide and was sentenced to eight years, with court records saying he must serve the full term in the death of a 7‑year‑old.

A Monroe County grand jury has indicted 24‑year‑old Ethan Owens on aggravated statutory rape of a child under 14, Madisonville police say.

TBI special agents say a North Carolina man was indicted on aggravated‑assault charges after a Jan. 10 officer‑involved shooting in Bristol.

A fatal crash at Clinton Highway and Old State Circle involved a school bus; THP is investigating and the sheriff’s office warned drivers to expect hours‑long closures.

TBI and local police arrested a Crossville man after a Fairfield Glade shooting that sent a person to the hospital; he faces aggravated assault charges.

Cloudy and mild with highs near 64°F and a late‑day chance of showers. A stronger band of rain and a few thunderstorms is most likely Thursday night into Friday morning.

Knox County held a groundbreaking for Operation Hero's Hill — a 20-home tiny-house village for veterans that pairs student-built construction with on-site services. Organizers say the project will offer housing, a community center and workforce training.

Patchy fog this morning in Knoxville gives way to a mild afternoon with highs near 67°F. Rain and gusty winds return late Thursday into Friday.

A man was stabbed Monday at the Rural King in Halls; deputies arrested a suspect and say the victim's injuries are not life-threatening.

Morristown’s planning commission rezoned 147 acres for a 455‑lot subdivision called Morristown Meadows, drawing praise from growth advocates and concern from neighbors. The developer must now file detailed plans before construction can begin.

A joint task force is urging Knoxville and Knox County to launch unarmed community responder teams to handle low‑risk 9‑1‑1 calls and connect people to services.