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Warm weather brings out pollen, irritates allergy sufferers

All day Tuesday, you could literally see the pollen. With the warm,
windy day, yellow pollen coated cars across East Tennessee. You've also
probably noticed more and more trees are starting to bloom.

Knox Co. BOE sends $420M budget to mayor's desk

The amount represents about $13 million more than the current school
budget, which McIntyre wants to spend on higher teacher pay and new
security measures.

Bill would let teachers with police background carry guns

Teachers with a background in policing would be allowed to carry a
gun in Tennessee schools under a bill making its way through the state
legislature.

Tenn. lawmakers speak out against proposed federal gun restrictions

The U.S. Senate is expected to have its first vote on new gun laws
Thursday. The president has called for expanded background checks, bans
on assault weapons, and bans on high capacity magazines.

Monroe Co. airport will be temporarily funded by county

Tuesday night, the Monroe County Commission voted five to four to fund the airport for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Officers investigating West Knoxville shooting

Investigators found the woman suffering a gunshot wound on Quail Hollow Road around 5:45 Tuesday evening.

Auto shop surprises soldier with restored truck

About three months before Army SPC Adam Fields deployed he fell in love with a beat-up Chevy truck. All
along it was his dream to fix it up.

Assault suspect leads Knoxville Police on chase

Authorities say an assault suspect led them on a high speed chase through north Knoxville Tuesday afternoon.

Dog found shot in face; owners reclaim the pet

The owners of a dog found shot in the face Monday night came forward Tuesday
afternoon, but the veterinarian who's been treating the dog said the owners
have no idea what happened.

Claiborne kids raise money to help injured dog

Some elementary students in Claiborne County are getting a lesson in compassion.