East Tennessee News

Tennessee Man Guilty of Assaulting Officers in Capitol Riot

Michael Tyler Roberts pleaded guilty to assaulting law enforcement during the Jan. 6 Capitol breach.

Eastern Tennessee Marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Officials highlight efforts to combat elder abuse on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report (June 13-19, 2024)
Construction updates and lane closures for East Tennessee from June 13-19, 2024.
Knoxville City Offices Closed for Juneteenth Celebrations
Knoxville city offices will close on June 19 for Juneteenth; various community events planned.
Agreement Reached to Combat Racial Harassment in Tennessee Schools
The Justice Department secures a settlement with Hawkins County Schools to address racial harassment.
Justice Department Reaches Agreement with Tennessee School District
The Justice Department has resolved racial harassment complaints in Hawkins County Schools with a settlement agreement.
Lookout Mountain Resident Indicted for Child Exploitation
James C. Thompson faces charges for transporting minors for sexual activity.
East Tennessee Construction Report for June 6-12, 2024
Updates on road construction and lane closures in East Tennessee for June 6-12, 2024.
Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report
Overview of upcoming road closures and construction activities in East Tennessee.
Former State Employee and Husband Sentenced for License Fraud
Couple sentenced for producing over 100 false Tennessee driver's licenses.