A hazardous weather outlook has been issued for southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia, with snow expected in higher elevations and rain elsewhere. Knoxville will see gusty winds and potential showers.

Gatlinburg announces closures and service schedules for MLK Jr. Day, highlighting that government offices are closed, yet recreational facilities, sanitation services, and the trolley system will operate normally.

Active structure fire on Blacksferry Road led to an Anderson County Sheriff's Office TN Facebook update advising avoidance of the area. Crews worked hard, and travel was later accessible with caution urged.

Melissa Edsall of the Knox County Regional Forensic Center has earned the "Diplomat" title from the ABMDI, signifying her expertise as a Medicolegal Death Investigator.

Derek J. Keys was arrested in Tennessee for Aggravated Burglary and Trespassing after an incident on Jimmy Keys Road. He admitted to the crime and is held on a $5,000 bond, awaiting a court appearance.

Knox County launches a free home improvement program for elderly residents, prioritizing safety and accessibility. Eligible homeowners over 62 can apply for modifications like grab bars and ramps.

A woman fleeing in a stolen car crashed into a bus in Knoxville; she faces multiple charges and had prior warrants. No life-threatening injuries reported.

The Sevierville Police Department is offering a free child car safety seat check on Saturday, with technicians helping with proper use and installation.

Sean Turner, a DOE senior engineer, is using AI at Oak Ridge National Laboratory to improve water resource management for energy production, enhancing nuclear and hydropower operations reliability.

Knoxville celebrated the opening of the Overlook at Beaumont, a new affordable housing complex with 76 mixed-income units. It's part of the larger Transforming Western Initiative aimed at community revitalization.

Knoxville residents are preparing for cold weather with potential for rain and snow showers, and the NWS has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook, especially for mountainous areas.

A structure fire on Blacksferry Road in Anderson County prompted local officials to advise residents to avoid the area while emergency crews tackle the blaze.

Human remains were found in a wooded area near Etowah, Tennessee. This discovery is linked to a missing person case, with the investigation led by the TBI and local sheriff's office. The community awaits identification results.