I-640 West was closed due to a collision between two tractor-trailers, causing a fuel spill but no serious injuries. Traffic was detoured during cleanup, with normal flow resuming by the next morning.

A Knoxville Area Transit bus collided with a Knox County School shuttle van; no serious injuries were reported despite multiple students being on board.

Knoxville's forecast includes sunny skies and calm conditions, with a gradual rise in temperatures and a chance of showers and wintry precipitation later in the week.

George Wood, the subject of a Silver Alert, was found safe, and the alert was cancelled, as reported by the Kingsport Police Department on social media.

The Kingsport Fire Department's Facebook post for MLK Day calls for fire and life safety measures, noting frequent fire emergencies and advocating for Community Risk Reduction strategies.

James Alvin Stockwell is indicted for attempted first-degree murder and other charges stemming from a December officer-involved shooting in Chattanooga.

A TBI investigation began into a Bristol officer-involved shooting after a man with a knife was shot by police and hospitalized. Officers tried a TASER before firing their weapons. The TBI is collecting evidence for the DA's legal assessment.

A house fire on Fallen Rock Ln in West Knox County was extinguished by Rural Metro Fire, resulting in only property damage and no injuries. An investigation into the cause is ongoing.

Youth minister Wesley Brobeck of Greeneville was arrested for statutory rape and sexual battery by an authority figure, following his dismissal from Freedom Fellowship Church.

Quarterback Ryan Staub transfers from Colorado to the University of Tennessee, joining the Volunteers and competing for the starting quarterback position.

Eric Alcantara-Guevara was arrested after a fatal DUI crash on I-640 West, facing charges including vehicular homicide.

Authorities in Hamilton County have arrested Khalil Sivels for a series of auto burglaries in Ooltewah, Tennessee, recovering stolen items and marijuana.

Dr. Tom Kim, founder of the Kim Health Center in Knoxville, has passed away, leaving a legacy of providing free medical care.