TDOT is preparing for winter weather in East Tennessee by pretreating roads and standing by with salt supplies, while urging public caution during the forecasted snowfall.

TDOT awarded contracts for the expedited rebuilding of three bridges in East Tennessee impacted by Hurricane Helene, using alternative contracting to ensure swift completion.

FEMA grants $7.89 million to Cocke County, TN, to replace the historic Conway Bridge destroyed by Tropical Storm Helene, with the federal share covering 75% of the cost.

Knoxville hosts a workshop on March 7, 2025, to teach creekbank repair techniques and erosion prevention, with expert sessions and hands-on field application.

McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville experienced record passenger traffic in 2024, with 3.3 million travelers. The airport is expanding parking and terminal facilities to accommodate the growing demand.

Farragut is upgrading its traffic flow with a new Advanced Traffic Management System, including enhanced signal timing. A new traffic signal technician is joining the team. Officials seek patience during the transition.

Knoxville Police Department announces a sobriety checkpoint on N. Broadway on January 31 to reduce DUI incidents and raise awareness of impaired driving risks.

TDOT announces nightly lane closures on I-24 in Hamilton County for lighting repairs from 9:00 pm to 6:00 am through Friday, with traffic likely affected.

Knoxville Police Department has implemented a snow plan due to severe weather, while Knoxville Area Transit has suspended services, planning to operate severe snow routes and offer free rides to warming centers.

Knoxville Area Transit is offering free rides to warming centers for those in need amid freezing temperatures, serving as a critical support for the city's unhoused population.

The historic Pryor Brown Garage in downtown Knoxville is being demolished due to its deteriorated condition, ending its long history as an early parking facility.

A partial road collapse on State Route 116 near Grave Hill Missionary Baptist Church has led to lane closures and traffic signals for safety, as TDOT assesses and repairs the damage.

Newfound Gap Road and Foothills Parkway West in the Great Smoky Mountains are closed due to snowfall. The National Park Service has not announced when they will reopen.