Unlike most other bugs, however, this species was not attracted to the light, making it “difficult to capture,” according to researchers. Plan B? Climb the trees and catch them by hand.

Callery pear trees, more commonly known as Bradford pear trees, can be found throughout Knoxville ... or just the sight of them everywhere bugs you, here's what you need to know about Bradford ...

Others, like Murphy, are sticking it out, hoping to survive until a bug-free tree or other options arrive to repel the disease or treat the trees. When Hurricane Irma blasted through the state's ...