East Tennessee News

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.
Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report: May 23-29, 2024
Motorists in East Tennessee should expect delays and lane closures due to multiple construction projects.
Tennessee Governor’s Management Fellowship Class of 2026 Announced
Governor Bill Lee has announced the new fellows for the Tennessee Governor’s Management Fellowship.
Summer Travel and Bear Safety in Tennessee
Tennessee authorities urge caution and responsible waste disposal during summer travel to protect wildlife.
Justice Department Unveils Fraud Scheme Involving North Korean IT Workers
The Justice Department disrupts a scheme using North Korean IT workers posing as U.S. citizens.
Justice Department Unveils Charges in North Korean IT Worker Fraud Scheme
The Justice Department reveals charges and actions to disrupt illicit revenue schemes involving North Korean IT workers.