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A detective who investigates human trafficking says the seamy subculture is becoming more prevalent, fueled by the Internet and social media.

An ethics committee report to the PBA board of directors said former employee Jeff Galyon failed to honestly conduct the group's affairs properly, among other findings.

KNOXVILLE — An alleged ghost employee of the Knox County Trustee's Office pleaded guilty today to stealing from county coffers.

Authorities say four people were killed when a single-engine plane bound for Knoxville crashed in Arkansas.

Schools will notify parents as enough of the vaccine comes in to have the clinics.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is pushing hard for an expansion at the Spallation Neutron Source, which would double the research capabilities. The project has an estimated cost range of $1 billion to $1.5 billion.

Chilhowee Park, the Knoxville Convention Center, and the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum each lose money annually.

A candlelight vigil Wednesday at South College's West campus off Parkside Drive honored the memory of former student Angela Burchell and other victims of domestic violence.

The Court of Appeals has tossed out a $406,250 fine for building code violations levied by the trial judge against Joseph Levitt and sent the case back, llikely for a new trial.

Park leaf foliage still vibrant at lower elevations.