Parks & Nature in ...
The Gatlinburg Trout Facility has begun renovations, halting its weekly fish stocking program until completion in October. The update includes new raceways and an anti-predator pavilion.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
UT is offering a Taylor Swift-themed class, examining her impact on gender, media, and the music industry, with a full enrollment and substantial waitlist.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Knoxville man pleaded guilty to charges related to a fatal drag racing crash that killed a grandfather and injured two children. His sentencing is scheduled for June 28.
A house fire on Helmbolt Road in West Knoxville left seven people and a dog homeless; the fire was too intense for immediate entry upon firefighter arrival.
Knoxville Police are searching for Jevess Craigmire for attempted murder after a woman was shot in an apartment complex altercation. The victim is stable, and the public is urged to help.
Flames broke out in a cooler at the Handy Dandy Market in South Knoxville, but the Knoxville Fire Department quickly extinguished the fire with no reported injuries.
Politics & Govt in ...
Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs opposes significant changes to the "Advance Knox" land use plan proposed by commissioners, asserting the plan should pass as is.
Arts & Culture in ...
Dollywood's Flower & Food Festival has started with over a million blooms and a variety of foods, featuring sculptures like Dolly's mom and highlighting regional flavors.
The Knoxville Police Department is searching for an assault suspect nicknamed "Snoop", linked to several attacks in East Knoxville. The public is urged to provide anonymous tips, which could lead to a reward.
William Mills, 81, of Knox County, died in a farming accident when his tractor rolled back and pinned him while he was opening a gate.
Weather & Environment in ...
The NWS warns of possible severe weather in parts of North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, including high winds and hail, followed by calmer conditions.
A motorcyclist was killed in a collision with an SUV on Asheville Highway, with speed as a possible factor in the crash, according to Knoxville Police.
Jazzmine Jacole Hall received four life sentences for the quadruple murder of her child's father and three others, after pleading guilty just before her trial. Her co-defendant faces the death penalty.