One child dead after house fire in Clinton, authorities say
Firefighters responded to a residential fire around 11 p.m. Thursday, according to dispatch.
May 22, 2026Open source
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Oak Ridge pool switching to online ticket sales to decrease attendance due to nearby roadwork
Oak Ridge's pool season opens with new admission rules due to a nearby road project, requiring pre-purchased tickets to manage parking and attendance.
May 19, 2026Open source
Evans falls apart after great start at Lakeland; Oak Ridge wins, ties
Evans played well in its first jamboree game in Lakeland but struggled in its second. Oak Ridge won and tied in its two spring jamboree outings.
May 18, 2026Open source
Tennessee judges could be ousted for not cooperating with ICE in new law signed by the governor
Gov. Bill Lee has signed into law a measure to punish judges in Tennessee who do not cooperate with federal immigration authorities. The legislation, brought...
May 12, 2026Open source
Anderson County Schools host district-wide reunification training
The training guides ACS staff and local law enforcement agencies on what to do should students need to be evacuated off-site.
May 8, 2026Open source
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ACSO searching for man who fled traffic stop, dragged deputy with vehicle
The Anderson County Sheriff's Office is searching for Joshua Sykes who's accused of fleeing a traffic stop, dragging a deputy with his vehicle and then crash...
May 1, 2026Open source
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A.L. Lotts Elementary wraps up Cool Schools season with school spirit, history lessons
A.L. Lotts Elementary in West Knoxville, honored as a five-time Tennessee Reward School, showcased its spirit and creativity during the final Cool Schools vi...
May 20, 2026Open source
KAT offering bus rides to Savannah Bananas games
Knoxville Area Transit is offering free and paid shuttles for the Savannah Bananas games at Covenant Health Park and Neyland Stadium.
May 18, 2026Open source
Celebrate art, music and community at Dogwood Arts KnoxWalls Murals & Music Festival
Artists will compete for permanent commissions at the festival on May 30 at Emory Place in North Knoxville from noon to 8 p.m.
May 17, 2026Open source
WHS senior first from school to earn ETSU Roan Scholars spot
BOONE — A local student is the first from Watauga High School to earn a spot in the Roan Scholars Leadership Program at East Tennessee State University.
May 15, 2026Open source
Man charged with killing 3 people in North Carolina makes court appearance in Tennessee
Devan Loving, who has been charged with murder in the deaths of three people in Fairview last week, went before a judge in Tennessee on Monday, May 11.
May 11, 2026Open source
Virginia softball headed to Tennessee for Knoxville Regional
Virginia softball earned its third straight trip to the NCAA tournament under coach Joanna Hardin, whose Cavaliers will play in this weekend
May 11, 2026Open source
Tennessee Senate passes new congressional maps which gut lone Democrat district – live
Approval follows vote by state House earlier on Thursday splitting up 9th congressional district, represented by Steve Cohen, into three Republican constitue...
May 7, 2026Open source
Why the current redistricting of Tennessee offends me
The price paid to gain the Voting Rights Act was steep, writes Knoxville minister Gordon Gibson of Tennessee's redistricting that undoes it.
May 7, 2026Open source
1 of 3 eagles missing from Dollywood sanctuary found
Three Dollywood eagles escaped the theme park during a storm last month. One of the eagles has been recovered.
May 5, 2026Open source
Judge dismisses indictment against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge dismissed human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia on Friday.
May 22, 2026Open source
Federal judge dismisses Tennessee criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge has dismissed the criminal human smuggling case brought by the Department of Justice against Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
May 22, 2026Open source
Federal judge dismisses human trafficking charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge in Tennessee dismissed human trafficking charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador.
May 22, 2026Open source
A strong El Niño is likely; What that means for TN
A strong El Niño is likely; What that means for TN
May 22, 2026Open source
Titans quarterback Cam Ward ‘perfectly healthy’ during OTAs
Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh said quarterback Cam Ward is "perfectly healthy" during the first week of organized team activities.
May 22, 2026Open source
Victim’s father responds after TN halts execution
Victim’s father responds after TN halts execution
May 22, 2026Open source
Tennessee halts man’s execution after failing to find a vein for injection, attorney says
An attorney who was present for a planned execution of Tony Carruthers in Tennessee says it was called off after officials struggled to find a vein for an hour.
May 22, 2026Open source
CEO defends AI after graduates boo commencement speech: 'Hear me now or pay me later'
Big Machine Records CEO Scott Borchetta defended the role of artificial intelligence in the music industry after graduates at Middle Tennessee State Universi...
May 21, 2026Open source
Dallas exoneree Richard Miles honored at National Civil Rights Museum
Dallas native Richard Miles is now part of the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis Tennessee for his work with people being released from prison.
May 21, 2026Open source
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Oak Ridge is in Anderson County, Tennessee.
Region: East Tennessee
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37830, 37831
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Severe storm causes building collapse, downs power lines in Claiborne County, officials say
A severe storm that rolled through East Tennessee Friday evening has caused significant damage, collapsing the building housing Duncan Lumber Inc.
May 23, 2026Open source
Tennessee halts man’s execution after failing to find a vein for injection, attorney says
An attorney who was present for a planned execution of Tony Carruthers in Tennessee says it was called off after officials struggled to find a vein for an hour.
May 22, 2026Open source
CEO defends AI after graduates boo commencement speech: 'Hear me now or pay me later'
Big Machine Records CEO Scott Borchetta defended the role of artificial intelligence in the music industry after graduates at Middle Tennessee State Universi...
May 21, 2026Open source
Tennessee fails to execute Tony Carruthers after IV difficulties. State won't try again for a year
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee officials on Thursday called off the lethal injection of Tony Carruthers, who was convicted of kidnapping and murdering t...
May 21, 2026Open source
Local wrestlers turned 'Beefy Boys' help bring Banana Ball to East Tennessee
Two pro wrestlers-turned "Beefy Boys" bring their dynamic energy from the ring to Banana Ball.
May 21, 2026Open source
LISTEN: A look at UT's music scene, from 1960 to now
In this episode of WBIR’s music podcast, we explore artistry at the University of Tennessee across generations.
May 21, 2026Open source
Tennessee is preparing to execute Tony Carruthers, whose defenders question trial fairness
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee is scheduled to execute Tony Carruthers on Thursday after his attorneys questioned whether the state's lethal injection d...
May 21, 2026Open source
Some see white livestreamer's freedom of speech claims as cover for race-baiting
Experts say free speech claims by a white livestreamer charged with shooting a Black man outside a Tennessee courthouse don't constitute a blanket shield if...
May 21, 2026Open source
Attorneys for Tennessee inmate worry state could use expired drugs for lethal injection
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Attorneys for a Tennessee death row inmate say they are concerned the state may be planning to use expired lethal injection drugs a...
May 20, 2026Open source
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