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Gov. Lee Signs Bill Making Drink Spiking a Felony
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has signed a bill that makes spiking someone's drink a Class D Felony punishable by up to 12 years in prison and a $5,000 fine. The bill, which goes into effect on July 1st...
Ronni Chase May 30, 2026
TDOT Rural Service Patrol Launches in East Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) announced the launch of its Rural Service Patrol (RSP) in Region 1 in East Tennessee, marking the next phase of a statewide expansion to bring HELP in...
Ronni Chase May 30, 2026
Pickett County, TN Man Wanted in Deadly Shooting
A Pickett County, Tennessee man is reportedly on the run following a deadly shooting. The TBI says 38-year-old Jesse Wayne Phillips is wanted for Second Degree Murder. The suspect's vehicle was found ...
Ronni Chase May 30, 2026
Cumberland County Deputy Avery Aytes Retires After 31 Years
The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office congratulates Deputy Avery Aytes on his retirement after 31 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Cumberland County. Deputy Aytes began his career in 199...
Ronni Chase May 30, 2026
Woman Dies in East Tennessee Flash Floods Thursday Morning
Flash floods in East Tennessee Thursday morning killed a 64-year-old woman who was swept off her feet outside of a residence in the Centerview/Bybee community. Crews in Cocke County conducted multiple...
Ronni Chase May 28, 2026
No Boating Fatalities in Tennessee Memorial Day Weekend
For the second consecutive year, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) reports there were no boating-related fatalities over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Two injury incidents were report...
Ronni Chase May 28, 2026
Times Released for UT's First Three Football Games
According to a release from Tennessee Athletics, Game times for the first three weekends of the 2026 college football season were announced as part of SEC Spring Meetings at the Sandestin Hilton on We...
Paxton Elmore May 28, 2026
Gov. Lee Signs Bill Allowing Deadly Force to Protect Property
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has signed a bill allowing deadly force to protect property. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026 and allows the use of deadly force when owners reasonably believe it is the ...
Ronni Chase May 28, 2026
Crossville Police Investigate Hit and Run Near Depot
Crossville Police are investigating a hit and run accident that occurred May 23, 2026 near the Crossville Depot. Surveillance footage shows a Chevy Silverado striking a parked Lexus, leaving the Lexus...
Ronni Chase May 28, 2026
SMHS Congratulates New Head Baseball Coach Chris Osmun
Stone Memorial High School is congratulating their new Head Baseball Coach Chris Osmun. According to an SMHS press release, Chris Osmun grew up in Kansas, a multisport athlete, who enlisted into the U...
Ronni Chase May 28, 2026