SUMMARY: This afternoon, Gatlinburg saw an inch of snow, while Newfound Gap recorded nearly two inches. With the sun coming out, snow is melting, but roads will remain closed today, tonight, and into Wednesday. Higher elevations, such as KI, are closed for the season. A weather alert is in effect due to cold temperatures, with lows in the teens and 20s, and a risk of black ice tomorrow morning. Safe heating practices are recommended. Wednesday will be sunny but breezy, with more cold air moving in by Thursday and Friday, with rain expected over the weekend.

Here is your afternoon weather report on Tuesday, Dec. 3.

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SUMMARY: Memphis police warn residents about porch pirates stealing packages from doorsteps, especially during the busy holiday shopping season. Recent thefts were caught on camera at an apartment complex, raising concerns among residents who fear their deliveries, especially after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, could be taken. Surveillance footage showed a thief taking a package valued at $300. The Better Business Bureau reports that porch piracy cost consumers over $18 billion last year. Residents are urged to report stolen packages and sign up for assistance programs like Angel Treat. Tips for protecting deliveries from theft will be shared later.

The modern-day Christmas Grinches are getting their hands on unattended packages left on your doorstep. In fact, Memphis …

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SUMMARY: In the Nov. 5 general election, Tennessee saw a record voter turnout with over 2.13 million early voters and 3.08 million total ballots cast, according to Secretary of State Tre Hargett. This surpassed the 2020 figures of 2.1 million early votes and 3.07 million in total. Former President Donald Trump won the state with 1,966,865 votes against Vice President Kamala Harris, who received 1,056,265 votes. U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn successfully defended her seat. Despite challenges from Hurricane Helene in northeast Tennessee, the election proceeded smoothly, thanks to dedicated poll workers and local election officials.

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