Captain Sammy Shaffer retired from the Knoxville Police Department after a notable career and accepted a new role as the Director of Public Safety at McGhee Tyson Airport.

Captain Sammy Shaffer of the Knoxville PD retired after 24 years and will now lead McGhee Tyson Airport security.

Sevierville invites residents to help refine its Hazard Mitigation Plan at a public meeting scheduled for November 5, aiming to prepare for natural disasters and maintain eligibility for federal funds.

A study of the Richard L. Bean Juvenile Center in Knox County identified issues including staff overtimes and security lapses, recommending comprehensive changes.

Madisonville Police appointed Officer Andy Cline as the School Resource Officer for Monroe County Alternative School, an initiative supported by local officials and funded through a state grant.

Three JCPD officers graduated from the Southeastern Leadership Academy, marking a commitment to leadership and professional development in law enforcement.

Steve Alexander, with 22 years of experience, has been appointed as the fire marshal of the Johnson City Fire Department, overseeing fire prevention activities.

Gatlinburg held its annual luncheon to honor city employees who are veterans, with speeches and a quilt presentation to a notable veteran and city servant.

Four individuals graduated from Tennessee's DRC program, which offers intensive outpatient treatment for offenders with substance issues, focusing on rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.

The Sevier County Sheriff's Office seeks partnerships with ICE and federal agencies to enhance law enforcement collaboration, with detectives assigned as Task Force Officers.

Knox County's Rural Metro Fire recruits are undergoing intense training, covering skills such as water drafting, ladder operations, and fire behavior, with practical drills and physical conditioning, as shared in a Facebook post.

The Knoxville Police arrested Nari Watson, facing federal weapon and drug charges, and Madaisia Duncan, wanted for retail theft, commending the CERT's efficient operation.

Former US Marine Bryce Johnson joins the Madisonville Police Department, continuing his family's law enforcement tradition and adding to the force's military experience.