Authorities say a body has been found in Percy Priest Lake in Middle Tennessee.
Authorities say a body has been found in Percy Priest Lake in Middle Tennessee.
A change in state law means that officials are no longer cracking down on restaurants selling takeout craft beer.
A change in state law means that officials are no longer cracking down on restaurants selling takeout craft beer.
All six Memphis suburbs have set a July 16 date to hold referendums on establishing municipal school systems.
All six Memphis suburbs have set a July 16 date to hold referendums on establishing municipal school systems.
Officials in Coffee County are looking to update their historic courthouse instead of replacing the 141-year-old structure.
Officials in Coffee County are looking to update their historic courthouse instead of replacing the 141-year-old structure.
Officials in western Kentucky are taking a cue from Tennessee in their effort to make Owensboro synonymous with bluegrass music.
Officials in western Kentucky are taking a cue from Tennessee in their effort to make Owensboro synonymous with bluegrass music.
The public library system in Memphis is hoping to secure $2.9 million to add employees and increase its collection.
The public library system in Memphis is hoping to secure $2.9 million to add employees and increase its collection.
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The Grizzlies are down 0-2 to the San Antonio Spurs in their first Western Conference final, but they dug themselves out of a 0-2 deficit in the first round against the Clippers. No NBA team has won separate series in the...
Two Tennessee appellate court judges have notified Gov. Bill Haslam that they will not run for another term on the bench in the August 2014 retention election.
Two Tennessee appellate court judges have notified Gov. Bill Haslam that they will not run for another term on the bench in the August 2014 retention election.
Dick Evey (EE'-vee), a former first-round draft pick who played eight seasons in the NFL, has died at the age of 72.
Dick Evey (EE'-vee), a former first-round draft pick who played eight seasons in the NFL, has died at the age of 72.
The sounds of country music take over the City of Baton Rouge as the Bayou Country Superfest brings some of the genre's biggest names to LSU's Tiger Stadium for a Memorial Day holiday jamfest.
The sounds of country music take over the City of Baton Rouge as the Bayou Country Superfest brings some of the genre's biggest names to LSU's Tiger Stadium for a Memorial Day holiday jamfest.
The issue of what to do with some Shelby County school buildings is re-emerging, now that a new statute will allow suburbs to form their own school districts.
The issue of what to do with some Shelby County school buildings is re-emerging, now that a new statute will allow suburbs to form their own school districts.
A federal trial involving two 13-year-old twin boys at the center of an international child custody dispute has concluded without a decision yet made on the children's fate.
A federal trial involving two 13-year-old twin boys at the center of an international child custody dispute has concluded without a decision yet made on the children's fate.
Prosecutors say a Tennessee pharmacy owner killed during a robbery had handed over several bottles of oxycodone before he was shot.
Prosecutors say a Tennessee pharmacy owner killed during a robbery had handed over several bottles of oxycodone before he was shot.
Government health officials are investigating several health problems reported with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
Government health officials are investigating several health problems reported with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
Nissan is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Canton plant with a free-to-all Saturday festival at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Jackson that includes a circus, concert by Kool & the Gang and fireworks show.
Nissan is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Canton plant with a free-to-all Saturday festival at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Jackson that includes a circus, concert by Kool & the Gang and fireworks show.
State Treasurer David Lillard says expanding health care costs could absorb funding the state used to spend on other needs.
State Treasurer David Lillard says expanding health care costs could absorb funding the state used to spend on other needs.
The Tennessee Appeals Court has ruled against a man who claimed state law regulating the carrying of firearms was unconstitutional.
The Tennessee Appeals Court has ruled against a man who claimed state law regulating the carrying of firearms was unconstitutional.
Emergency responders in central Kentucky had cleared the scene of a crash that killed a Tennessee woman when they found the body of her husband nearly 1,000 feet away.
Emergency responders in central Kentucky had cleared the scene of a crash that killed a Tennessee woman when they found the body of her husband nearly 1,000 feet away.
Police in Memphis say a man fired at officers and then killed himself with a shotgun.
Police in Memphis say a man fired at officers and then killed himself with a shotgun.
A wall of solar panels in front of a Surgoinsville school might be moved out back.
A wall of solar panels in front of a Surgoinsville school might be moved out back.
Tennessee environmental officials have given Piedmont Natural Gas permission to resume drilling on a Nashville pipeline project.
Tennessee environmental officials have given Piedmont Natural Gas permission to resume drilling on a Nashville pipeline project.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is stepping up seat belt and DUI enforcement over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is stepping up seat belt and DUI enforcement over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Hunters have through Monday to comment to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency on hunting regulations for the next seasons.
Hunters have through Monday to comment to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency on hunting regulations for the next seasons.
The Governor's Highway Safety Office plans to announce its "Click It or Ticket" campaign on Friday.
The Governor's Highway Safety Office plans to announce its "Click It or Ticket" campaign on Friday.
State officials say that automotive seat manufacturer NHK Seating of America Inc. plans to expand its facility in Murfreesboro, adding 94 jobs in the process.
State officials say that automotive seat manufacturer NHK Seating of America Inc. plans to expand its facility in Murfreesboro, adding 94 jobs in the process.
Tennessee has announced that Tim Rogers is stepping down as the university's vice chancellor for student life, less than three weeks after he cited an "intolerable situation" in an email that he sent to chancellor Jimmy...
By The Associated Press Blake Shelton has a date and location for his benefit and fellow Oklahoman Carrie Underwood is writing a large check to help benefit those affected by this week's storms...
By The Associated Press Blake Shelton has a date and location for his benefit and fellow Oklahoman Carrie Underwood is writing a large check to help benefit those affected by this week's storms in...
Schoolchildren from New Jersey shore communities battered by Superstorm Sandy will join Michelle Obama for a garden harvest next week.
Schoolchildren from New Jersey shore communities battered by Superstorm Sandy will join Michelle Obama for a garden harvest next week.
The Tennessee Smokies of the Double-A Southern League plan to help Oklahoma tornado victims by presenting a check to the American Red Cross on behalf of outfielder Ty Wright, a former Oklahoma State player.
The Tennessee Smokies of the Double-A Southern League plan to help Oklahoma tornado victims by presenting a check to the American Red Cross on behalf of outfielder Ty Wright, a former Oklahoma State player.
Queen Elizabeth's youngest son, Prince Edward, is visiting Tennessee to promote one of the British royal family's charities, the Duke of Edinburgh's awards.
Queen Elizabeth's youngest son, Prince Edward, is visiting Tennessee to promote one of the British royal family's charities, the Duke of Edinburgh's awards.
Officials say three women, a man, a toddler and an unborn baby who were slain last October near the Tennessee-Alabama border were the victims of a dispute over drug dealing.
Officials say three women, a man, a toddler and an unborn baby who were slain last October near the Tennessee-Alabama border were the victims of a dispute over drug dealing.
Mississippi authorities have issued an arrest warrant for rapper Tim Dog, apparently doubting reports in February that the singer had died.
Mississippi authorities have issued an arrest warrant for rapper Tim Dog, apparently doubting reports in February that the singer had died.
Memphis police have arrested a man accused of fatally shooting one man and wounding another.
Memphis police have arrested a man accused of fatally shooting one man and wounding another.
Authorities say two people were killed and two more wounded in a shooting at a drugstore in East Tennessee.
Authorities say two people were killed and two more wounded in a shooting at a drugstore in East Tennessee.
Volkswagen has reached another production milestone at its assembly plant in Chattanooga.
Volkswagen has reached another production milestone at its assembly plant in Chattanooga.
Rep. Scott DesJarlais, a licensed physician, has been reprimanded and fined by the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners for having sex with patients before he was elected to Congress.
Rep. Scott DesJarlais, a licensed physician, has been reprimanded and fined by the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners for having sex with patients before he was elected to Congress.
Former World War II Army squad leader and Medal of Honor recipient Vernon McGarity has died at the age of 91.
Former World War II Army squad leader and Medal of Honor recipient Vernon McGarity has died at the age of 91.
A Davidson County Probate Court judge has permanently suspended a public guardian, citing fees she charged her clients.
A Davidson County Probate Court judge has permanently suspended a public guardian, citing fees she charged her clients.
Former Dyer County Constable Derick Shane Hundley has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison.
Former Dyer County Constable Derick Shane Hundley has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison.
A felon who police say shot himself to death after fatally beating his pregnant wife also raped a 15-year-old girl the same day.
A felon who police say shot himself to death after fatally beating his pregnant wife also raped a 15-year-old girl the same day.
With warmer weather here, a repaving project is resuming in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
With warmer weather here, a repaving project is resuming in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
State and local veterans affairs officials are hosting a one-stop clinic for Robertson County and Cheatham County military veterans on Friday.
State and local veterans affairs officials are hosting a one-stop clinic for Robertson County and Cheatham County military veterans on Friday.
Federal officials have set aside more than $1 million for Tennessee landowners who help conserve wildlife.
Federal officials have set aside more than $1 million for Tennessee landowners who help conserve wildlife.
The Tennessee Smokies have scrubbed their ball park and kick off a home stand Thursday with a peanut-free night.
The Tennessee Smokies have scrubbed their ball park and kick off a home stand Thursday with a peanut-free night.
Tishomingo County is the latest Mississippi jurisdiction to legalize alcohol sales.
Tishomingo County is the latest Mississippi jurisdiction to legalize alcohol sales.
A Nashville judge has permanently suspended the public guardian of Davidson County while citing "significant concerns" that she charged excessive fees to the elderly and disabled people she is supposed to protect.
A Nashville judge has permanently suspended the public guardian of Davidson County while citing "significant concerns" that she charged excessive fees to the elderly and disabled people she is supposed to protect.
Federal prosecutors say a professional photographer from Perry County has been charged with possessing child pornography.
Federal prosecutors say a professional photographer from Perry County has been charged with possessing child pornography.
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against the Metro Nashville Board of Education brought by a charter school that was ordered to be closed because of poor student performance.
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against the Metro Nashville Board of Education brought by a charter school that was ordered to be closed because of poor student performance.
State Labor Department officials say they have recouped about $15.3 million worth of fraudulently collected unemployment benefits by garnishing tax refunds and other federal payments to people who were not entitled...
State Labor Department officials say they have recouped about $15.3 million worth of fraudulently collected unemployment benefits by garnishing tax refunds and other federal payments to people who were not entitled to...
An audit by the state comptroller's office has found that more than $51,000 in animal adoption fees and donations for the Morristown-Hamblen Humane Society was not deposited into the facility's bank account.
An audit by the state comptroller's office has found that more than $51,000 in animal adoption fees and donations for the Morristown-Hamblen Humane Society was not deposited into the facility's bank account.
The Rutherford County sheriff has fired a deputy who he said was sneaking in contraband to jail inmates.
The Rutherford County sheriff has fired a deputy who he said was sneaking in contraband to jail inmates.
A former Democratic candidate for the state House has filed notice that he will appeal the dismissal of his libel lawsuit against state Sen. Stacey Campfield.
A former Democratic candidate for the state House has filed notice that he will appeal the dismissal of his libel lawsuit against state Sen. Stacey Campfield.
Automotive supplier Van-Rob will expand its plant in Coffee County, adding 104 jobs.
Automotive supplier Van-Rob will expand its plant in Coffee County, adding 104 jobs.
An antiquated tariff designed to protect American textile mills from foreign competitors is being blamed for threatening a Rockwood company that manufactures carbon fiber.
An antiquated tariff designed to protect American textile mills from foreign competitors is being blamed for threatening a Rockwood company that manufactures carbon fiber.
Washington County authorities say a man faked a marriage certificate so he could visit a woman held in the Johnson City Detention Facility.
Washington County authorities say a man faked a marriage certificate so he could visit a woman held in the Johnson City Detention Facility.
Prosecutors in Knoxville say former Knox County Trustee Mike Lowe paid employees who never performed work.
Prosecutors in Knoxville say former Knox County Trustee Mike Lowe paid employees who never performed work.
A rockslide in Smith County has been cleared three days ahead of schedule, allowing TDOT to reopen state Rt. 25 at the Cumberland River Overlook at Carthage.
A rockslide in Smith County has been cleared three days ahead of schedule, allowing TDOT to reopen state Rt. 25 at the Cumberland River Overlook at Carthage.
North Carolina police say they've found no prior connections between a woman killed in her apartment and three people charged with murder.
North Carolina police say they've found no prior connections between a woman killed in her apartment and three people charged with murder.
An interstate welcome center in southern Kentucky near the Tennessee line will reopen Wednesday and remain open until after the Memorial Day holiday.
An interstate welcome center in southern Kentucky near the Tennessee line will reopen Wednesday and remain open until after the Memorial Day holiday.
The Hot Rod Power Tour makes a stop at Memphis International Raceway on June 4.
The Hot Rod Power Tour makes a stop at Memphis International Raceway on June 4.
Officials are offering up to a $22,000 reward for information leading to convictions in the shooting of two bald eagles in eastern Tennessee.
Officials are offering up to a $22,000 reward for information leading to convictions in the shooting of two bald eagles in eastern Tennessee.
A lot of the trail work in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is done by volunteers. There is another service opportunity June 1.
A lot of the trail work in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is done by volunteers. There is another service opportunity June 1.
A former death row inmate is set to be released from prison after he pleaded guilty to second-degree murder of a Memphis police officer.
A former death row inmate is set to be released from prison after he pleaded guilty to second-degree murder of a Memphis police officer.
A Tennessee pharmacist has admitted distributing a misbranded Chinese-made drug that was given to kidney dialysis patients in Kansas.
A Tennessee pharmacist has admitted distributing a misbranded Chinese-made drug that was given to kidney dialysis patients in Kansas.
Medical device maker Medtronic confirms it is eliminating 2,000 jobs worldwide, including 500 in Minnesota.
Medical device maker Medtronic confirms it is eliminating 2,000 jobs worldwide, including 500 in Minnesota.
The U.S. House has passed legislation that would put a two-year moratorium on an Army Corps of Engineers plan to erect barriers to prevent people from fishing below dams on the Cumberland River.
The U.S. House has passed legislation that would put a two-year moratorium on an Army Corps of Engineers plan to erect barriers to prevent people from fishing below dams on the Cumberland River.
A Tennessee prosecutor says the burgeoning pain pill problem is filling jails beyond capacity with women.
A Tennessee prosecutor says the burgeoning pain pill problem is filling jails beyond capacity with women.
Gov. Bill Haslam has named interim Children's Services Commissioner Jim Henry to fill the post permanently.
Gov. Bill Haslam has named interim Children's Services Commissioner Jim Henry to fill the post permanently.
A Tennessee-based team of emergency service workers has gone to Oklahoma to help with tornado recovery.
A Tennessee-based team of emergency service workers has gone to Oklahoma to help with tornado recovery.
Authorities say the driver who plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a Virginia mountain town's parade won't likely face charges.
Authorities say the driver who plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a Virginia mountain town's parade won't likely face charges.
Music publisher Sony/ATV is moving its administrative offices from Nashville's famed Music Row to new offices downtown.
Music publisher Sony/ATV is moving its administrative offices from Nashville's famed Music Row to new offices downtown.
The storm system that brought devastation to central Oklahoma is expected to weaken before moving into Tennessee.
The storm system that brought devastation to central Oklahoma is expected to weaken before moving into Tennessee.
Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury Justin P. Wilson is warning Memphis officials about the city's fiscal problems.
Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury Justin P. Wilson is warning Memphis officials about the city's fiscal problems.
Gov. Bill Haslam has signed into law revisions to the state conservatorship statute.
Gov. Bill Haslam has signed into law revisions to the state conservatorship statute.
Now that traffic enforcement cameras have been gone from a Hamilton County city for four months, officials are saying just how much they are not missed.
Now that traffic enforcement cameras have been gone from a Hamilton County city for four months, officials are saying just how much they are not missed.
Police in Nashville say Texas state troopers and deputy U.S. marshals have arrested a homicide suspect in Lyford, Texas.
Police in Nashville say Texas state troopers and deputy U.S. marshals have arrested a homicide suspect in Lyford, Texas.
A trial begins Tuesday that could determine which country will decide the fate of 13-year-old twin boys at the center of an international custody battle that extends from Eastern Europe to Middle Tennessee.
A trial begins Tuesday that could determine which country will decide the fate of 13-year-old twin boys at the center of an international custody battle that extends from Eastern Europe to Middle Tennessee.
The University of Tennessee at Martin says it will offer a degree in nursing at its Decatur County location beginning next year.
The University of Tennessee at Martin says it will offer a degree in nursing at its Decatur County location beginning next year.
Families and friends will be meeting loved ones this week at Fort Campbell, where more soldier are returning to the post on the Kentucky-Tennessee from Afghanistan.
Families and friends will be meeting loved ones this week at Fort Campbell, where more soldier are returning to the post on the Kentucky-Tennessee from Afghanistan.
Another 40 jobs are coming to Knox County as Gerdau (gair-DOW') expands its steel reinforcement bar plant.
Another 40 jobs are coming to Knox County as Gerdau (gair-DOW') expands its steel reinforcement bar plant.
A Spring Hill pediatrician says she has some sympathy as the Tennessee Department of Children's Services tries to sort through claims about children's welfare.
A Spring Hill pediatrician says she has some sympathy as the Tennessee Department of Children's Services tries to sort through claims about children's welfare.
Fire officials say a man's body was found in a burned house in Memphis.
Fire officials say a man's body was found in a burned house in Memphis.
A Blount (blunt) County sheriff's spokeswoman says autopsies will be performed on the bodies of a couple found dead in their home in Louisville (LEW'-ihs-vil).
A Blount (blunt) County sheriff's spokeswoman says autopsies will be performed on the bodies of a couple found dead in their home in Louisville (LEW'-ihs-vil).
A spokesman for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says the agency takes seriously the concerns of environmentalists that two East Tennessee mines are a threat to endangered fish.
A spokesman for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says the agency takes seriously the concerns of environmentalists that two East Tennessee mines are a threat to endangered fish.
The sheriff of Hamilton County says a homicide suspect police had been searching for has killed himself in a Georgia motel room.
The sheriff of Hamilton County says a homicide suspect police had been searching for has killed himself in a Georgia motel room.
More of the "Rakkasans" have returned to Fort Campbell from Afghanistan.
More of the "Rakkasans" have returned to Fort Campbell from Afghanistan.
Southbound traffic on Interstate 65 is being detoured because of an overturned tractor-trailer truck.
Southbound traffic on Interstate 65 is being detoured because of an overturned tractor-trailer truck.
The former farm where the Bonnaroo music festival is held may play host to other events as well.
The former farm where the Bonnaroo music festival is held may play host to other events as well.
A Lexington-based string of sporting goods clothing stores has been sold to Lids Sports Group, a national chain based in Indianapolis.
A Lexington-based string of sporting goods clothing stores has been sold to Lids Sports Group, a national chain based in Indianapolis.
Union County Sheriff's Office deputies say the truck appeared to be driven by someone under the influence and they stopped it.
Union County Sheriff's Office deputies say the truck appeared to be driven by someone under the influence and they stopped it.
Many areas of the Riverbend Festival in Chattanooga are going smoke-free next month.
Many areas of the Riverbend Festival in Chattanooga are going smoke-free next month.
State officials say banking technology company TransCard LLC plans to expand its operations in Chattanooga, adding 69 new jobs in the process.
State officials say banking technology company TransCard LLC plans to expand its operations in Chattanooga, adding 69 new jobs in the process.
A national traveling exhibit on the Civil War will be on display at Nashville's Green Hills Library beginning on Monday.
A national traveling exhibit on the Civil War will be on display at Nashville's Green Hills Library beginning on Monday.
Gov. Bill Haslam will administer the oath of office Tuesday to the state's newest Court of Appeals judge, Thomas R. Frierson II.
Gov. Bill Haslam will administer the oath of office Tuesday to the state's newest Court of Appeals judge, Thomas R. Frierson II.
A new museum exhibit at the University of Tennessee that is scheduled to be unveiled later this month will celebrate the timeless appeal of birds.
A new museum exhibit at the University of Tennessee that is scheduled to be unveiled later this month will celebrate the timeless appeal of birds.
A Powerball ticket sold in Tennessee barely missed winning a share of an estimated $590.5 million prize. But the ticket has a nice consolation prize worth $1 million.
A Powerball ticket sold in Tennessee barely missed winning a share of an estimated $590.5 million prize. But the ticket has a nice consolation prize worth $1 million.
The Chattanooga market will add hundreds of hotel rooms in the coming year, following four years of booming revenues for its hotel industry.
The Chattanooga market will add hundreds of hotel rooms in the coming year, following four years of booming revenues for its hotel industry.
With Afghan troops increasingly leading combat operations on the ground, the Afghan Air Force's fledgling helicopter fleet based in Kabul has learned new techniques to support them from the air.
With Afghan troops increasingly leading combat operations on the ground, the Afghan Air Force's fledgling helicopter fleet based in Kabul has learned new techniques to support them from the air.
While the saltiest of sea captains might not choose cardboard and duct tape as the ideal building materials for his ship, they certainly fit the bill for Jason Owens' physics students.
While the saltiest of sea captains might not choose cardboard and duct tape as the ideal building materials for his ship, they certainly fit the bill for Jason Owens' physics students.
Leaders of Nashville's convention center already are mapping out a possible future expansion of a center that spans six downtown blocks and sits on 19 acres.
Leaders of Nashville's convention center already are mapping out a possible future expansion of a center that spans six downtown blocks and sits on 19 acres.
Maryville College professor Frances Henderson is making history at the East Tennessee school.
Maryville College professor Frances Henderson is making history at the East Tennessee school.
A program to help soldiers get loans to purchase homes has gotten a permanent extension.
A program to help soldiers get loans to purchase homes has gotten a permanent extension.
Witnesses described a frantic scene and close calls after an elderly driver plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a small Virginia mountain town's parade.
Witnesses described a frantic scene and close calls after an elderly driver plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a small Virginia mountain town's parade.
Mississippi officials have picked a new company to run the Wilkinson County Correctional Facility.
Mississippi officials have picked a new company to run the Wilkinson County Correctional Facility.
First lady Michelle Obama has some advice for some Tennessee high school graduates: strike your own path in college and life and work to overcome inevitable failures with determination and grit.
First lady Michelle Obama has some advice for some Tennessee high school graduates: strike your own path in college and life and work to overcome inevitable failures with determination and grit.
A Davidson County woman who says she used to hate offenders is now working to rehabilitate them.
A Davidson County woman who says she used to hate offenders is now working to rehabilitate them.
U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander says the Tennessee Valley Authority will help keep a federal fish hatchery in East Tennessee stay open for at least three more years.
U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander says the Tennessee Valley Authority will help keep a federal fish hatchery in East Tennessee stay open for at least three more years.
A judge has sentenced a Clarksville woman convicted of assault for pouring hot oatmeal on her husband to diversion.
A judge has sentenced a Clarksville woman convicted of assault for pouring hot oatmeal on her husband to diversion.
A Civil War landmark in East Tennessee will soon become a low-impact park that allows public access and preserves the area's historical integrity.
A Civil War landmark in East Tennessee will soon become a low-impact park that allows public access and preserves the area's historical integrity.
A group in Murfreesboro has started a petition to end the use of red-light cameras, but police say the traffic enforcement measure has improve safety.
A group in Murfreesboro has started a petition to end the use of red-light cameras, but police say the traffic enforcement measure has improve safety.
A Kentucky veteran who was working as a civilian contractor in Afghanistan has died in an explosion in Kabul that killed at least 15 people including six Americans.
A Kentucky veteran who was working as a civilian contractor in Afghanistan has died in an explosion in Kabul that killed at least 15 people including six Americans.
A police affidavit in the stalking case of an Army officer who manages the sexual harassment and assault response program at Fort Campbell says Lt. Col. Darin Haas threatened to kill his ex-wife in text messages.
A police affidavit in the stalking case of an Army officer who manages the sexual harassment and assault response program at Fort Campbell says Lt. Col. Darin Haas threatened to kill his ex-wife in text messages.
Police in the Smoky Mountains foothills have arrested a burglary suspect who inadvertently aided them.
Police in the Smoky Mountains foothills have arrested a burglary suspect who inadvertently aided them.
Searchers in the woods near Bell Buckle have found the body of a man who had been missing for three days.
Searchers in the woods near Bell Buckle have found the body of a man who had been missing for three days.
A gang leader has been sentenced to serve more than 78 years in a federal prison for his role in three armed home invasion robberies in Nashville.
A gang leader has been sentenced to serve more than 78 years in a federal prison for his role in three armed home invasion robberies in Nashville.
An inmate who escaped from a Kentucky prison more than two years ago has been caught in Kingsport, Tenn.
An inmate who escaped from a Kentucky prison more than two years ago has been caught in Kingsport, Tenn.
Six people have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Nashville after being accused of running a scheme to defraud Nissan North America of more than $570,000.
Six people have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Nashville after being accused of running a scheme to defraud Nissan North America of more than $570,000.
A traffic crash in Memphis has thrown several children out of vehicles near a school.
A traffic crash in Memphis has thrown several children out of vehicles near a school.
The state medical examiner's office has determined the death of a Marion County infant is a homicide.
The state medical examiner's office has determined the death of a Marion County infant is a homicide.
Country star Randy Travis has filed a lawsuit to prevent two state agencies from releasing a patrol car video of his 2012 DWI arrest in North Texas.
Country star Randy Travis has filed a lawsuit to prevent two state agencies from releasing a patrol car video of his 2012 DWI arrest in North Texas.
Memphis fire officials say careless smoking started a fire that killed a man in his home.
Memphis fire officials say careless smoking started a fire that killed a man in his home.
Authorities in Knox County say children on a school bus safely escaped after the bus caught fire.
Authorities in Knox County say children on a school bus safely escaped after the bus caught fire.
A jury is deliberating the murder case against a Kentucky man being retried in the killing of a young Knoxville couple.
A jury is deliberating the murder case against a Kentucky man being retried in the killing of a young Knoxville couple.
One of the sport utility vehicles assigned to the governor's office is getting more than $10,000 in repairs after getting caught on a security gate at the state Capitol.
One of the sport utility vehicles assigned to the governor's office is getting more than $10,000 in repairs after getting caught on a security gate at the state Capitol.
By RANDALL DICKERSON Associated Press Maxine Humphreys promised WGRV radio's owner she would stay for a while if she were hired. She did - 60 years and counting.
By RANDALL DICKERSON Associated Press Maxine Humphreys promised WGRV radio's owner she would stay for a while if she were hired. She did - 60 years and counting.
The Tennessee Department of Transportation announced this week that state aeronautics grants totaling more than $316,000 have been approved for seven Tennessee airports.
The Tennessee Department of Transportation announced this week that state aeronautics grants totaling more than $316,000 have been approved for seven Tennessee airports.
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says reports on the spring turkey hunt show the wild turkey population in Tennessee is stable.
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says reports on the spring turkey hunt show the wild turkey population in Tennessee is stable.
Gov. Bill Haslam will help break ground Friday on the future Montgomery County State Veterans Home site in Clarksville.
Gov. Bill Haslam will help break ground Friday on the future Montgomery County State Veterans Home site in Clarksville.
The Hiwassee River Heritage Center is opening in Charleston.
The Hiwassee River Heritage Center is opening in Charleston.
A longtime Knoxville lawyer and the first female president of the Tennessee Bar Association has been nominated by President Barack Obama to a seat on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee.
A longtime Knoxville lawyer and the first female president of the Tennessee Bar Association has been nominated by President Barack Obama to a seat on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee.
By The Associated Press A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plan to put controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams in Kentucky and Tennessee would be held off under a two-year...
By The Associated Press A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plan to put controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams in Kentucky and Tennessee would be held off under a two-year moratorium...
Gov. Bill Haslam has signed into law a measure to tighten enrollment requirements at privately run online schools.
Gov. Bill Haslam has signed into law a measure to tighten enrollment requirements at privately run online schools.
A coalition of environmental groups is suing the federal government, claiming officials violated the Endangered Species Act when they granted mining permits at two East Tennessee mines.
A coalition of environmental groups is suing the federal government, claiming officials violated the Endangered Species Act when they granted mining permits at two East Tennessee mines.
Members of special Senate panel are raising questions about University of Tennessee fees being used to pay for speakers at a student-initiated program about sex.
Members of special Senate panel are raising questions about University of Tennessee fees being used to pay for speakers at a student-initiated program about sex.
Republican Gov. Bill Haslam has signed into law a reduction in the state's sales tax on groceries.
Republican Gov. Bill Haslam has signed into law a reduction in the state's sales tax on groceries.
The warden of the privately-run Idaho Correctional Center has quit, one month after his company acknowledged falsifying staffing records for much of 2012.
The warden of the privately-run Idaho Correctional Center has quit, one month after his company acknowledged falsifying staffing records for much of 2012.
The U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed a Knoxville district court in ruling a defendant's confession was not voluntary.
The U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed a Knoxville district court in ruling a defendant's confession was not voluntary.
A relative says that Don Pelts, founder of Memphis-based barbecue restaurant Corky's Ribs and Bar-B-Q, has died.
A relative says that Don Pelts, founder of Memphis-based barbecue restaurant Corky's Ribs and Bar-B-Q, has died.
Gov. Bill Haslam has signed a bill that allows school districts to let people with police training be armed in schools.
Gov. Bill Haslam has signed a bill that allows school districts to let people with police training be armed in schools.
Tennessee's ignition interlock law will apply to more drunken drivers under legislation signed by Gov. Bill Haslam.
Tennessee's ignition interlock law will apply to more drunken drivers under legislation signed by Gov. Bill Haslam.
Tennessee will receive a portion of a $500 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Ranbaxy.
Tennessee will receive a portion of a $500 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Ranbaxy.
The U.S. Justice Department has reached a lawsuit settlement with architects and civil engineers accused of violating the Fair Housing Act at apartment complexes in Mississippi, Louisiana and Tennessee.
The U.S. Justice Department has reached a lawsuit settlement with architects and civil engineers accused of violating the Fair Housing Act at apartment complexes in Mississippi, Louisiana and Tennessee.
An Australian who was hiking the Appalachian Trail in eastern Tennessee has died.
An Australian who was hiking the Appalachian Trail in eastern Tennessee has died.
City officials in Jackson seek to padlock three businesses following an undercover investigation into counterfeit and stolen merchandise being sold.
City officials in Jackson seek to padlock three businesses following an undercover investigation into counterfeit and stolen merchandise being sold.
As the Memphis city school system is being phased out, the district is preparing to fire 97 teachers and is evaluating 46 others for possible termination.
As the Memphis city school system is being phased out, the district is preparing to fire 97 teachers and is evaluating 46 others for possible termination.
A federal prosecutor says no charges will be filed against two former Chattanooga police officers in the beating of an inmate.
A federal prosecutor says no charges will be filed against two former Chattanooga police officers in the beating of an inmate.
Decades after Stax Records died, its legacy in Memphis is still strong.
Decades after Stax Records died, its legacy in Memphis is still strong.
The Tennessee Valley Authority will observe its 80th anniversary with a public event Friday in Knoxville.
The Tennessee Valley Authority will observe its 80th anniversary with a public event Friday in Knoxville.
Bluff City's Sullivan East High School has won top prize in Tennessee's first-ever "Battle of the Belt" competition to increase seat belt usage.
Bluff City's Sullivan East High School has won top prize in Tennessee's first-ever "Battle of the Belt" competition to increase seat belt usage.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is honoring its fallen troopers this week.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is honoring its fallen troopers this week.
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is kicking off National Safe Boating Week with Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day on Friday.
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is kicking off National Safe Boating Week with Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day on Friday.
Former FBI Director Louis Freeh's firm has been hired by trucking companies suing Pilot Flying J over allegations that the nation's largest diesel fuel retailer bilked customers out of rebates.
Former FBI Director Louis Freeh's firm has been hired by trucking companies suing Pilot Flying J over allegations that the nation's largest diesel fuel retailer bilked customers out of rebates.
Sen. Lamar Alexander says President Barack Obama's plan to consider selling the Tennessee Valley Authority has already cost hundreds of millions of dollars - even if the nation's largest public utility is...
Sen. Lamar Alexander says President Barack Obama's plan to consider selling the Tennessee Valley Authority has already cost hundreds of millions of dollars - even if the nation's largest public utility is never sold.
A Jackson man is facing a federal civil rights charge after authorities said he defaced a Torah and religious prayer books.
A Jackson man is facing a federal civil rights charge after authorities said he defaced a Torah and religious prayer books.
State and Memphis-area authorities say five people have been charged with illegal dumping of commercial refuse on city lots.
State and Memphis-area authorities say five people have been charged with illegal dumping of commercial refuse on city lots.
Longtime Sen. Douglas Henry says his health and the high cost of campaigning were factors in his decision not to seek re-election next year.
Longtime Sen. Douglas Henry says his health and the high cost of campaigning were factors in his decision not to seek re-election next year.
A water plan passed by the U.S. Senate will not limit Georgia's water use from two federal reservoirs, a restriction sought by lawmakers in Alabama and Florida.
A water plan passed by the U.S. Senate will not limit Georgia's water use from two federal reservoirs, a restriction sought by lawmakers in Alabama and Florida.
By The Associated Press The U.S. Senate has passed a bill that includes legislation aimed at halting controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams.
By The Associated Press The U.S. Senate has passed a bill that includes legislation aimed at halting controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams.
Nissan's 10th birthday bash on May 25 in Jackson, Miss., will feature Kool & the Gang.
Nissan's 10th birthday bash on May 25 in Jackson, Miss., will feature Kool & the Gang.
A utility is cleaning up a drilling slurry spill at a state natural area where it is laying a gas pipeline in Nashville.
A utility is cleaning up a drilling slurry spill at a state natural area where it is laying a gas pipeline in Nashville.
The Madison County Sheriff's Office says a man dressed as a clown tried to break into a mobile home.
The Madison County Sheriff's Office says a man dressed as a clown tried to break into a mobile home.
A woman who was in the house where a young Knoxville couple was taken after being carjacked has testified defendant George Thomas did not take part in the crime.
A woman who was in the house where a young Knoxville couple was taken after being carjacked has testified defendant George Thomas did not take part in the crime.
An Anderson County grand jury has indicted a man in the death of a woman who fell from his van.
An Anderson County grand jury has indicted a man in the death of a woman who fell from his van.
People who want to sell food products made in home kitchens can become certified on May 20.
People who want to sell food products made in home kitchens can become certified on May 20.
A memorial ceremony is being held at Fort Campbell to mark the 44th anniversary of the Battle of Hamburger Hill, one of the bloodiest battles of the Vietnam War.
A memorial ceremony is being held at Fort Campbell to mark the 44th anniversary of the Battle of Hamburger Hill, one of the bloodiest battles of the Vietnam War.
State transportation officials have let an emergency contract to clear a rockslide in Smith County.
State transportation officials have let an emergency contract to clear a rockslide in Smith County.
Tennessee health officials are urging people to take a five-minute online assessment about whether they are at risk for hepatitis C.
Tennessee health officials are urging people to take a five-minute online assessment about whether they are at risk for hepatitis C.
Two Spring Hill men have pleaded guilty to painting swastikas and racial slurs and hanging nooses at the homes of African-American families.
Two Spring Hill men have pleaded guilty to painting swastikas and racial slurs and hanging nooses at the homes of African-American families.
A Pulaski man was added to Tennessee's Top Ten Most Wanted list after police say he removed an ankle monitor, shot a man to death and fled.
A Pulaski man was added to Tennessee's Top Ten Most Wanted list after police say he removed an ankle monitor, shot a man to death and fled.
Memphis police say a city bus driver has died in a crash with a cement truck on Interstate 240.
Memphis police say a city bus driver has died in a crash with a cement truck on Interstate 240.
A new report says hard times are expected to continue for the coal industry in Central Appalachia, which at one time was the hub of the nation's coal production.
A new report says hard times are expected to continue for the coal industry in Central Appalachia, which at one time was the hub of the nation's coal production.
Bicyclists are taking part in events globally to remember riders killed in traffic accidents.
Bicyclists are taking part in events globally to remember riders killed in traffic accidents.
A work crew is razing buildings in Knoxville where three people were found dead at a homeless camp.
A work crew is razing buildings in Knoxville where three people were found dead at a homeless camp.
The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to reveal what caused a cargo ship to slam into a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River.
The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to reveal what caused a cargo ship to slam into a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River.
