The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Tennessee collected over $22 million from criminal and civil actions and asset forfeitures in the last fiscal year.

Knox County School officials propose closing two schools, converting one to a preschool, and building a new K-8 school to address growth and transition issues.

The Knoxville Police Department's 2024 Year in Review showcases crime reduction, community engagement, improved department culture, and increased recruitment.

Jeff Lyash plans to retire as head of the Tennessee Valley Authority by the end of fiscal year 2025. He leaves a legacy of capital investment and job creation.

John Edward Saunders of Sullivan County pled guilty to tax evasion and received a one-year probation with judicial diversion following an investigation by the Tennessee Department of Revenue.

ORNL and UT-Battelle employees donated over $1.1 million to East Tennessee nonprofits and disaster relief, including aid for Hurricane Helene victims.

KUB Fiber is providing free gigabit internet to over 130 low-income student households in Knox County through the KUB ConnectED program, funded by the city and county.

Johnson City Police Department's 'A Safer 26 in ‘24' campaign led to a 6.5% reduction in crashes and a 50% drop in fatal crashes on Interstate 26. Traffic stops increased by 86%, with more citations and warnings issued.

The WPFD received a $25,470 grant for new Structural Turnout Gear to enhance firefighter safety, thanking Tennessee officials for the funding support.

The Cumberland County Board of Education voted 5-4 not to renew director William Stepp's contract, indicating leadership challenges within the district.

A book titled "Taylor Swift and the Philosophy of Re-recording" edited by philosopher Brandon Polite explores themes around music re-recording, inspired by Taylor Swift's situation with ownership rights.

Former President Joe Biden's farewell speech referenced concerns similar to those in Andrew Jackson's farewell about the threat of oligarchy, drawing historical parallels.

The Johnson City Fire Department introduces a hands-only CPR training course following community demand, with plans to expand it after internal employee training.