Knoxville TN

As Thanksgiving celebrations are underway, many are looking for places to unwind and enjoy a drink. For those not hosting the traditional big dinner until the weekend, the question arises - which bars or restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day?

GREENBRIER, Tenn. (WSMV) - A daycare worker in Greenbrier is facing felony charges after she was accused of striking a 1-year-old in the face twice, according to Smokey Barn News (SBN). SBN reports that Tristar NorthCrest Medical Center in Springfield notified the Greenbrier Police Department (GPD) on Tuesday of a...

Zoo Knoxville's Cuban crocodiles received a special Thanksgiving treat Wednesday, giving them a chance to show off their powerful leaping abilities.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around knoxville..

KNOXVILLE - On November 25, a community member submitted a letter to the Knoxville City Council and Mayor Kincannon concerning the food crisis in Knoxville's African-American communities. Good evening, City Council Members and City Mayor:. On November 11, 2025, this City Council unanimously approved allocating...

Knoxville, Tennessee, has played an important role in the history of country music. The city is known for producing artists such as Dolly Parton, Kenny Chesney, and Kelsea Ballerini. However, Knoxville’s music history began long before these modern stars. The Knoxville History Project has released a 'Walking Music...

Knoxville, Tennessee, is known as The Maker City, a community with a focus on creativity and craftsmanship. This guide provides a neighborhood-based itinerary for those interested in the city’s maker culture, including pottery studios, art galleries, local restaurants, and boutiques.

In an imaginative twist, a Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) enthusiast from Knoxville is seeking to transform the city's map into a medieval-style cityscape for a D&D campaign. The creator has already identified Karm, a thrift shop, as a front for a thieves guild, and plans to use the University of Tennessee as the location...

Six faculty members from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, have been named to Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers list for 2025. This list includes scientists and social scientists whose published work ranks in the top 1% by citations over the past decade. The recognition is given to about one in 1,000...

Joel Guy and his wife Lisa were hosting their final Thanksgiving family gathering in their home in Knoxville, Tennessee, when they were brutally murdered by their son