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.

Tennessee Guardsmen Rescue Hiker in Great Smoky Mountains

Tennessee Guardsmen conducted a successful rescue of a hiker in medical distress.
Traffic Shift on I-24 Due to Bridge Work
I-24 traffic in Coffee County will shift nightly for bridge replacement work from June 19 to June 28, 2024.
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.
Weekend Closure Planned for SR 153 North in Hamilton County
SR 153 North in Hamilton County will close for bridge repairs from June 14-17, 2024.
Lane Closures in Region 2 for June 13-19, 2024
Upcoming lane closures and construction activities in Region 2, Tennessee.
Knoxville City Offices Closed for Juneteenth Celebrations
Knoxville city offices will close on June 19 for Juneteenth; various community events planned.
Federal Grant to Combat Invasive Species in Knoxville Parks
A $225,000 federal grant will help Knoxville tackle invasive species in parks and greenways.
Tennessee Community Colleges Receive Innovation Grants
Three Tennessee community colleges awarded grants to enhance student success through corequisite learning support.