Wilco Guitarist Nels Cline Praises Knoxville's Big Ears Festival
Cline calls it a 'blessing' to perform at the acclaimed music event in Tennessee.
Knox County Authorities Seize Six Pounds of Meth, Charge Three
Chick-fil-A's Shared Table Program Donates Leftover Food to Local Charities
Weather
Knoxville Sees Cooler Saturday with Full Sun
Temperatures struggle to reach 60 degrees despite clear skies, but a warming trend is on the way.

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.
Lifestyle
Knoxville Leaders Outline Plan to Address Homelessness
City Council workshop highlights rising rents, limited affordable housing, and growing system strain

Beloved Professor's Childhood Poems Reveal Early Talent
Family discovers Priscilla Blanton's handwritten poetry from age 13, showcasing her creative spirit and the impact of a caring teacher.
Variety of Easter Events Planned Across Knoxville Area
From egg hunts to sunrise services, the region offers many ways to celebrate the holiday
Crime
Advocate to be appointed for Knoxville children as parents battle over late mother's estate
Sarah Shanks' parents allege her husband "murdered" her, but he has not been charged with a crime.

TN Arsonist Pleads Guilty to Bombing Historic Civil Rights Center
Regan Prater admits to targeting Highlander Center in New Market with a sparkler bomb in 2019 attack.
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.
Business
Tracker Expands Recruitment Platform with Payroll Integrations and Additional Back-Office Capability
New features connect the full recruitment lifecycle from candidate sourcing to payroll in one system.

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
Health
Royal Canin Renews Partnership with University of Tennessee Veterinary Obesity Center
The significant investment reinforces the pet nutrition brand's commitment to addressing pet obesity through precise nutrition and education.

Marion County Urges Spring Break Health Safety
Public health officials offer tips for domestic and international travel.
Retail's Digital Shift Redefines Food Access
Research examines how online grocery, delivery apps, and AI are transforming the consumer food landscape.