ESPN Analyst Predicts Tennessee Basketball Sweet 16 Run
Jay Bilas projects the Vols to upset Virginia before falling to Iowa State in the Midwest Region Semifinal.
Zoo Knoxville Cares for Aging Red Panda
Tennessee Football HC Josh Heupel Discusses First Spring Practice
Lifestyle
Marion County United Way Hosting Annual Giving Gala
The fundraiser event will feature a three-course meal, trivia, and a silent auction to support local organizations.

Photographer Captures Surprise Proposal at Tennessee Overlook
The viral video of the proposal has received over 41 million views online.
Second Newborn Safely Surrendered to Tennessee Safe Haven Baby Box
The infant was left at a Knoxville fire station, the second such surrender at this location since the box was installed in 2023.
Weather
Knoxville Braces for Near-Record Heat This Week
Cloudy Sunday with showers before a warm-up and potential storms

Thousands Lose Power After East Tennessee Storms
Utility providers report widespread outages across the region following early morning thunderstorms.
Tennessee National Guard Rescues Injured Hiker in Snowy Mountains
Black Hawk helicopter used to reach hiker in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Entertainment
Rod Stewart Extends Las Vegas Residency with Six New Shows
The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer adds more dates to his "The Encore Shows" residency at Caesars Palace.

Dolly Parton's Emotional Announcement: East Tennessee Children's Hospital to Be Renamed in Her Honor
Fans express gratitude for the country legend's generous gesture to support children's healthcare in her home region.
East Tennessee Children's Hospital Renamed After Dolly Parton
The legendary singer's lifelong commitment to pediatric healthcare is honored with the new name.
Crime
Jurors Deliberate Alleged Prescription Fraud at Rocky Hill Pharmacy
Three defendants face multiple counts of conspiracy and fraud related to bogus prescriptions at Tennessee pharmacy.

Knoxville Man Identified After Nearly 40 Years Through DNA Breakthrough
Police seek public's help in solving the 1988 homicide of James Robert Benson
Outlast Winner Charged With Child Sex Crimes
Paul Preece Jr. faces serious charges including rape of a child and aggravated sexual battery.
Business
Mountain Commerce Bancorp Shareholders Approve Merger with Home Bancshares
The century-old Tennessee bank is set to join Home Bancshares in the second quarter of 2026.

Ripley PR CEO Heather Ripley Honored as Women We Admire Awardee
Award recognizes female leaders driving innovation and influence across industries
Fed Approves Home BancShares Acquisition
Arkansas-based bank holding company gets green light to buy Tennessee's Mountain Commerce Bancorp