Hot and humid weather will be felt on Sunday with a possible stray storm. Even warmer conditions are expected on Monday before increasing rain chances midweek next week.

A Cumberland County High School has been placed on suspension as an investigation into allegations that they had inappropriate communication with students takes place, law enforcement and the school system shared Friday.

There are more than 300 World War II-era letters in the collection — and the search is on for the family of the soldier who penned them. https://www.wate.com/news/uso-unveils-digital-collection-of-letters-from-wwii-soldier-hopes-to-find-his-family/ 

Federal health officials report that a company is recalling a seasoning product sold nationwide at Walmart stores as it may be contaminated with salmonella. https://www.wate.com/news/recalls/salmonella-fears-prompt-recall-of-seasoning-sold-at-walmart-stores-nationwide/  

The increase in interest in moving to a suburban Southern city caused exits from major cities, including New York, which saw the greatest numeric population decrease in the nation. https://www.wate.com/news/national/midsized-cities-population-steady-as-national-growth-slows-census/  

Over 77,000 customers were reportedly affected by the breach. https://www.wate.com/news/fidelity-agrees-to-2-5m-settlement-with-payouts-up-to-5k-do-you-qualify/  

These recalled stools were sold online at Amazon from April 2021 through November 2025, according to the recall. https://www.wate.com/news/recalls/120k-childrens-tower-stools-recalled-after-8-injuries-reported/ 

Tennessee softball used sixth-inning surge to secure 3-1 win over Northern Kentucky in the opening game of the NCAA Knoxville Regional. https://www.wate.com/sports/orange-and-white-nation/lady-vols-defeat-nku/  

"This time, it's "Roots." Next time, it's going to be a book that you really care about. A book that you really think is important that students have access to," said school board member Dr. Rev. John Butler. https://www.wate.com/news/knox-county-news/knox-county-school-board-bans-roots/  

The warming trend will continue this weekend with the warmest weather of the season expected. Rain chances will increase midweek next week.

The Gresham Middle School Foundation and students' families worked together to design and fund the revitalized outdoor area. https://www.wate.com/news/education-schools/gresham-middle-school-courtyard/ 

Anakeesta is unveiling the Crystal Express, the world's only all-glass gondola system, as part of a major expansion, which will provide guests with a 360 panoramic view of Gatlinburg and the Smokies.

The additional 1,500 Guardsmen will push the number of such service members patrolling Washington to 5,000. https://www.wate.com/hill-politics/doj-requests-1500-more-national-guard-troops-for-planned-dc-summer-surge/ 

The transfer from the Foothills Land Conservancy will be the largest single addition to the park’s official acreage since 2009. https://www.wate.com/news/smoky-mountains/600-acres-to-be-added-to-great-smoky-mountains-national-park/  

Historic 19th century documents like letters to Col. Francis Ramsey in Knoxville and early East Tennessee newspapers will be archived. https://www.wate.com/news/blount-county-news/12000-grant-to-help-digitize-rare-historic-documents-at-maryville-college/ 

A $12,000 grant will be helping archivists digitize some rare, historic documents, including a letter to Col. Francis Ramsey of the Ramsey House, newspapers from the 1800s, and locally authored sermons.

Brent Gibson, the sheriff-elect for Knox County, is responding to the indictment of 11 current and former Knox County Sheriff's Office employees, including some he says he personally knows.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — VFL Jim Bob Cooter only played as quarterback in three games during his time with the Tennessee Vols, yet he has had a longer career in the NFL than many fellow athletes, not as a player but as a coach — quietly leaving his mark on football history. Cooter is from [...]

The City of Knoxville held a mobile waste drop off event Wednesday, but they also want all residents to know that even if you missed the event, you don't need to hang onto any hazardous waste laying around your home until the next one.

Looking for a chance to meet the Savannah Bananas? Here's when and where they will be holding a meet-and-greet event ahead of their Knoxville games.

Unseasonably chilly temperatures will return tonight. An impressive warming trend will be seen beginning Friday afternoon and continuing into next week leading to the warmest air of the year so far.

“I got several calls, actually. For the most part, most of them were opposed to it," said Commissioner Nick Bright. https://www.wate.com/news/blount-county-news/people-versus-the-partnership-blount-county-residents-fight-pellissippi-parkway-extension/  

The Nuclear Energy Institute projects that 236,000 workers will be needed nationally to manufacture, construct and operate advanced reactors through 2035. https://www.wate.com/news/local-news/oak-ridge-summit-focuses-on-building-nuclear-energys-future-workforce/  

U.S. flags (and the flags flying near them, including state flags) are expected to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Friday. https://www.wate.com/news/why-us-flags-are-flying-at-half-staff-on-friday-and-the-proper-way-to-lower-yours/  

It marks the second state tournament trip in the last three seasons for coach Geff Davis and the Gibbs Eagles https://www.wate.com/sports/high-school/gibbs-baseball-punches-ticket-to-state-tournament/ 

Oak Ridge swept Dobyns-Bennett in the best-of-three sectional series to advance to the Class 4A State Tournament https://www.wate.com/sports/high-school/oak-ridge-high-school-baseball/  

https://www.wate.com/news/these-were-the-most-popular-baby-names-in-your-state-last-year-data-shows/ 

More than 100,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after reports of 11 choking incidents involving children. https://www.wate.com/news/recalls/urgent-safety-recall-teething-toys-sold-on-amazon-can-pose-child-choking-risk/  

A federal judge will allow the newly-redrawn congressional district map of Tennessee remain in place while a lawsuit against it moves forward. https://www.wate.com/news/politics/judge-denies-temporary-restraining-order-against-new-tn-congressional-map-amid-lawsuit/  

Loudon factory turns East Tennessee clay into Italian-designed porcelain tile

The nonprofit Helping Mamas Knoxville provided more than 500 diaper bundles for the community event hosted by Wellpoint Tennessee https://www.wate.com/news/knox-county-news/drive-thru-baby-shower-in-knoxville-supporting-mothers-and-young-families/  

A century of rivalry: Loudon and Lenoir City set for 100th Battle of the Bridge

Documents detail over $300,000 of misspent funds in Knox County corruption case

It marks the ninth boating-related fatality in Tennessee this year. https://www.wate.com/news/jefferson-county-news/twra-investigating-after-man-found-dead-in-douglas-lake/ 

Loudon County works to balance growth with preserving landscape, way of life

Loudon County Schools expanding to accommodate more students

How one man changed Cherokee history: Explore the Sequoyah Birthplace Museum

From farm to table: How one Loudon County attraction goes behind the scenes of food production

Loudoun vs Loudon: Uncovering the story of Loudon County's creation and name

Loudon County inmate indicted on attempted murder charge after hostage situation

Alex Haley's "Roots" to be removed from Knox County Schools libraries

Heading to Open Streets? Free shuttle connecting South Knoxville this weekend

New pavilion in Jellico closed amid lawsuit over safety concerns

Will this cruise ship be safe? Inside the hantavirus cleanup

Tennessee congressional candidates scramble after redistricting as deadline approaches to qualify

Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions overturned, appeal for new trial granted

A brand-new pavilion that hosts the Jellico Farmers Market is temporarily closed following a lawsuit brought against the city. https://www.wate.com/news/jefferson-county-news/lawsuit-jellico-farmers-market/  

Man charged after posts threatening violence against a Lenoir City school, LCSO said

In Tennessee during the past 12 months, four officers and two K9s have been killed in the line of duty. https://www.wate.com/news/sevier-county-news/sevierville-police-memorial-ceremony/  

The 56-year-old was the fourth defendant sentenced of the five who have pleaded guilty in prosecutions over the actor’s 2023 death https://www.wate.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/drug-counselor-who-delivered-friends-star-matthew-perry-ketamine-that-killed-him-sentenced/