East Tennessee News

US Seizes Over $6 Million in Crypto Scam Proceeds

The US seized over $6 million in cryptocurrency from a Southeast Asia-based confidence investment scheme.

Memphis Man Indicted on Firearms Charge

Antonio Fontaine of Memphis faces charges for possession of a firearm as a felon.
Kingston Man Convicted of Child Sex Crimes
Christopher Edward Allen convicted of multiple child sex crime offenses, faces life in prison.
Nine Indicted for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses
Nine individuals face charges for drug trafficking and firearms offenses in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Dr. JacQuene Rainey Appointed President of TCAT Jackson
Dr. JacQuene Rainey will assume the role of president at TCAT Jackson starting October 1.
Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report: September 19-25, 2024
Construction projects across East Tennessee with potential lane closures and delays.
Knoxville Woman Sentenced for Murder-For-Hire Plot
Melody Sasser of Knoxville sentenced to 100 months for murder-for-hire scheme.
West Virginia Man Indicted for Jan. 6 Capitol Breach Charges
Kevin G. Moore faces multiple charges related to the Jan. 6 Capitol breach.
Cody Andrew Seals Sentenced to 30 Years for Drug Trafficking and Attempted Murder
Cody Andrew Seals was sentenced to 30 years in prison for drug trafficking and attempting to murder law enforcement officers.
U.S. Attorney’s Office to Address Domestic Violence Nationwide
The Justice Department designates 78 communities to combat intimate partner firearm violence.