The Sports Wagering Council (SWC) issued $50,000 in fines to unlicensed offshore sportsbook Xbet for operating illegally in Tennessee. It is the fourth illegal operation fined by the SWC and Xbet bettors are encouraged to withdraw funds immediately. Tennessee is the largest "online-only"...

No criminal charges will be filed after a dog was dragged to death in Bledsoe County. On April 15, 2025, shortly before 9 pm, Bledsoe County 911 Center received a call about a vehicle pulling a dog tied to a vehicle. The responding officer with the Pikeville Police Department did not make contact wi...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park will host its annual synchronous firefly viewing opportunity at Elkmont from May 29-June 5. Lottery reservation applications open on Friday, May 2 at 9 a.m. Central Time and closes on Monday, May 5 at 10:59 p.m. Central Time. All lottery applicants will be charge...

A Crossville man reported being scammed out of $24,500 after attempting to purchase heavy equipment online. A resident of West Creek Drive told police he works in wholesale equipment resale and frequently finds deals through Facebook. In March, he contacted a company identifying itself as ICT Equipm...

A Crossville resident reported a recurring phone bill scam to police this week after receiving suspicious mail. A resident of East Ridge Drive contacted authorities on April 24 after receiving a past-due bill and a new statement from Verizon for almost $3,600. The victim told officers she uses a pre...