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The Fulton Falcons are back-to-back 4A State Champions after defeating Giles County 54-14 on Saturday afternoon. More>>

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The 12 Scams of Christmas
The 12 Scams of Christmas
GMT Reporter Drew Gardner explains how you can keep scammers from stealing your holiday cheer.More >>
Knox County Criminal Court Clerk's Office Under Scrutiny
Knox County Criminal Court Clerk's Office Under Scrutiny
6 News investigates a series of allegations against Knox County Criminal Court Clerk Joy McCroskey's office.More >>

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2 Knoxville restaurants fail with same score
2 Knoxville restaurants fail with same score
The two low scoring restaurants this week have identical health inspection grades, which are considered unsanitary by the health department.More >>
The two low scoring restaurants this week have identical health inspection grades, which are considered unsanitary by the health department.More >>
Plumbing problems contribute to low score at Knoxville restaurant
Plumbing problems contribute to low score at Knoxville restaurant
One of the low scoring restaurants this week failed its inspection; the other just got by, but had some critical violations.More >>
One of the low scoring restaurants this week failed its inspection; the other just got by, but had some critical violations.More >>
2 low scores, numerous high scores reported at Knox Co. restaurants
2 low scores, numerous high scores reported at Knox Co. restaurants
One of this week's low scoring restaurants just eked by with a passing grade, but the other didn't.More >>
One of this week's low scoring restaurants just eked by with a passing grade, but the other didn't.More >>
Live mouse leads to low Knox County health inspection score
Live mouse leads to low Knox County health inspection score
Two things you don't want to see at a restaurant are live bugs and rodents. While no customers caught a glimpse of a mouse at one of this week's low scoring restaurants, the inspector saw it.More >>
Two things you don't want to see at a restaurant are live bugs and rodents. While no customers caught a glimpse of a mouse at one of this week's low scoring restaurants, the inspector saw it.More >>
West Knox pizzeria fails health inspection; numerous high grades reported
West Knox pizzeria fails health inspection; numerous high grades reported
Some of the highest restaurant health inspection grades in months are reported this week, but there are still a few places with low scores.More >>
Some of the highest restaurant health inspection grades in months are reported this week, but there are still a few places with low scores.More >>

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6 On Your Side Answers: Should I worry about con artists that have my address?
6 On Your Side Answers: Should I worry about con artists that have my address?
The holiday season is the jolly time of the year for con artists who will call claiming you won a pile of money.More >>
The holiday season is the jolly time of the year for con artists who will call claiming you won a pile of money.More >>
Seymour woman hounded by collection company due to mistake
Seymour woman hounded by collection company due to mistake
A woman in Seymour has been hounded by a collection agency for months, despite never missing a loan payment for almost two and a half years. She contacted 6 On Your Side, who got in touch with the loan company.More >>
A woman in Seymour has been hounded by a collection agency for months, despite never missing a loan payment for almost two and a half years. She contacted 6 On Your Side, who got in touch with the loan company.More >>
6 On Your Side Answers: Craigslist gift card scams
6 On Your Side Answers: Craigslist gift card scams
With the Christmas season upon us, cyber criminals rub their hands with glee at this time of the year, and Craigslist is at the top of their list to lure in unsuspecting victims.More >>
With the Christmas season upon us, cyber criminals rub their hands with glee at this time of the year, and Craigslist is at the top of their list to lure in unsuspecting victims.More >>
Blount County woman deceived by rip-off driveway sealant offer
Blount County woman deceived by rip-off driveway sealant offer
6 On Your Side is issuing a warning for people living in Blount County after a contractor knocked on the door of an elderly woman in late October suggesting she needed a sealant on her driveway.More >>
6 On Your Side is issuing a warning for people living in Blount County after a contractor knocked on the door of an elderly woman in late October suggesting she needed a sealant on her driveway.More >>
Sevier County woman warns of charity that claims to help families of police officers
Sevier County woman warns of charity that claims to help families of police officers
It is that time of the year when charitable organizations start calling asking for donations, but a woman in Sevier County is urging people to steer clear of a charity that supposedly helps families of police officers.More >>
It is that time of the year when charitable organizations start calling asking for donations, but a woman in Sevier County is urging people to steer clear of a charity that supposedly helps families of police officers.More >>

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North Knoxville lot sells Christmas trees grown in Tennessee
North Knoxville lot sells Christmas trees grown in Tennessee
We all have our traditions when it comes to Christmas trees. Two enterprising guys, one of them a WATE employee, are hoping to start a new Tennessee tradition.More >>
We all have our traditions when it comes to Christmas trees. Two enterprising guys, one of them a WATE employee, are hoping to start a new Tennessee tradition.More >>
Former UT football player becomes children's author
Former UT football player becomes children's author
If you're a reader of the Sunday business section, you're familiar with the columns of investment manager David Moon. Now, Moon has ventured into another area - children's books.More >>
If you're a reader of the Sunday business section, you're familiar with the columns of investment manager David Moon. He has been writing for the Knoxville News Sentinel for several years, but now Moon has ventured into another area - children's books.More >>
North Knoxville group makes quilts for veterans
North Knoxville group makes quilts for veterans
It was hard to escape thinking about our military veterans on Veterans Day, but the thoughts of one group in North Knoxville go to veterans just about every day. They also put those thoughts into action.More >>
It was hard to escape thinking about our military veterans on Veterans Day, but the thoughts of one group in North Knoxville go to veterans just about every day. They also put those thoughts into action.More >>
Knoxville glass blower shares his craft with others
Knoxville glass blower shares his craft with others
At Marble City Glassworks, artisan Matt Salley is ready to show you how to make your own Christmas ornaments made from glass.More >>
At Marble City Glassworks, artisan Matt Salley is ready to show you how to make your own Christmas ornaments made from glass.
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Monroe County woman's soap company born out of necessity
Monroe County woman's soap company born out of necessity
When life serves you lemons, you make lemonade. A Monroe County woman who got a sour deal when she lost her job didn't turn to lemonade. She turned to the mountains she'd grown up in.More >>
When life serves you lemons, you make lemonade. A Monroe County woman who got a sour deal when she lost her job didn't turn to lemonade. She turned to the mountains she'd grown up in and found everything she needed to succeed.More >>

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Knoxville man receives radiation treatment tomotherapy for prostate cancer
Knoxville man receives radiation treatment tomotherapy for prostate cancer
The latest numbers show one in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, but there is a silver lining.More >>
The latest numbers show one in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, but there is a silver lining.More >>
More people and grocery store shelves going gluten-free
More people and grocery store shelves going gluten-free
Some studies show a lot of people can be sensitive to gluten without having full blown Celiac disease.More >>
Some studies show a lot of people can be sensitive to gluten without having full blown Celiac disease.More >>
Clinical trial aims to help diabetics save their vision
Clinical trial aims to help diabetics save their vision
Southeastern Retina Associates is one of 100 sites across the country partnering with the National Institutes of Health in a study on the latest injectable eye treatment.More >>
Southeastern Retina Associates is one of 100 sites across the country partnering with the National Institutes of Health in a study on the latest injectable eye treatment to see if it works better than the gold standard, laser therapy.More >>
Police officers learn crisis intervention training in Oak Ridge
Police officers learn crisis intervention training in Oak Ridge
Local police officers continue to add new tools to their crime fighting efforts, and the latest comes in the form of Crisis Intervention Training.More >>
Local police officers continue to add new tools to their crime fighting efforts, and the latest comes in the form of Crisis Intervention Training.More >>
New procedure freezes fat cells to death
New procedure freezes fat cells to death
Have you seen the billboards and TV spots touting a new way to get rid of fat? There is no surgery. You're wide awake as some of your fat cells are literally frozen to death. It's called Coolsculpting.More >>
Have you seen the billboards and TV spots touting a new way to get rid of fat? There is no surgery. You're wide awake as some of your fat cells are literally frozen to death. It's called Coolsculpting.More >>

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2013 Holiday Programs on WATE 6
2013 Holiday Programs on WATE 6
Please enjoy all of the holiday specials on WATE. Here is a complete listing.More >>
Please enjoy all of the holiday specials on WATE. Here is a complete listing.More >>
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Maryville routs Hendersonville for 6A state title
Maryville routs Hendersonville for 6A state title
John Garrett threw for 277 yards and three touchdowns as he led Maryville to its 14th state championship as the Rebels beat Hendersonville 44-7 on Saturday night in the TSSAA Class 6A championship game at Tennessee...More >>
John Garrett threw for 277 yards and three touchdowns as he led Maryville to its 14th state championship as the Rebels beat Hendersonville 44-7 on Saturday night in the TSSAA Class 6A championship game at Tennessee...More >>
Fulton Falcons capture 4A State Title
Fulton Falcons capture 4A State Title
The Fulton Falcons are back-to-back 4A State Champions after defeating Giles County 54-14 on Saturday afternoon.More >>
The Fulton Falcons are back-to-back 4A State Champions after defeating Giles County 54-14 on Saturday afternoon.More >>
Vols Basketball Defeats Tennessee Tech 84-63
Vols Defeat Tennessee Tech 84-63
Jarnell Stokes had 19 points and 13 rebounds for his fourth consecutive double-double Saturday as Tennessee pulled away in the second half for an 84-63 victory over Tennessee Tech.More >>
Jarnell Stokes had 19 points and 13 rebounds for his fourth consecutive double-double Saturday as Tennessee pulled away in the second half for an 84-63 victory over Tennessee Tech.More >>
West battles; falls in first-ever state title game
West battles; falls in first-ever state title game
West jumped out to a 14-0 lead couldn't hold off Henry County as the Patriots came back in the second half to win the 5A state championship game 28-27 on Friday night at Tennessee Tech.More >>
West jumped out to a 14-0 lead couldn't hold off Henry County as the Patriots came back in the second half to win the 5A state championship game 28-27 on Friday night at Tennessee Tech.More >>
Tyson carries Alcoa to state football title
Tyson carries Alcoa to state football title
Jaquez Tyson helped carry Alcoa to the Class 3A football title on Friday night by rushing for 278 yards on a state record 49 carries-- as the Tornadoes beat Christ Presbyterian Academy 25-7.More >>
Jaquez Tyson helped carry Alcoa to the Class 3A football title on Friday night by rushing for 278 yards on a state record 49 carries-- as the Tornadoes beat Christ Presbyterian Academy 25-7.More >>
Vols' Antonio Richardson to leave team early for NFL Draft
Vols' Antonio Richardson to leave team early for NFL Draft
Vols offensive tackle Antonio "Tiny" Richardson announced Friday he will declare for the NFL Draft, forgoing his final year of eligibility at the University of Tennessee.More >>
Vols offensive tackle Antonio "Tiny" Richardson announced Friday he will declare for the NFL Draft, forgoing his final year of eligibility at the University of Tennessee.More >>
Vols basketball: No reason to panic
Vols basketball: No reason to panic
The Tennessee men's basketball team found out paradise can be hazardous, but leading scorer Jordan McRae says there's no reason to panic about the rest of the season.More >>
The Tennessee men's basketball team found out paradise can be hazardous, but leading scorer Jordan McRae says there's no reason to panic about the rest of the season.More >>
Carson-Newman soccer to play for national title
Carson-Newman soccer to play for national title
The Carson-Newman men's soccer team will play for the NCAA Div. II national title after beating Simon Fraser 3-2 on Thursday night.More >>
The Carson-Newman men's soccer team will play for the NCAA Div. II national title after beating Simon Fraser 3-2 on Thursday night.More >>
Webb wins 2nd straight HS football title
Webb wins 2nd straight HS football title
Todd Kelly, Jr. rushed for 248 yards and scored three touchdowns as the Spartans defeated the Gryphons 28-14 to win their second straight Blue Cross Bowl Div. II-A state title.More >>
Todd Kelly, Jr. rushed for 248 yards and scored three touchdowns as the Spartans defeated the Gryphons 28-14 to win their second straight Blue Cross Bowl Div. II-A state title.More >>
Heisman Trophy candidate won't face sexual assault charges
Heisman Trophy candidate won't face sexual assault charges
Heisman Trophy candidate Jameis Winston won't face sexual assault charges after a state's attorney said there is not enough evidence to charge him.More >>
Heisman Trophy candidate Jameis Winston won't face sexual assault charges after a state's attorney said there is not enough evidence to charge him.More >>

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Special needs teen killed in Knoxville mobile home fire
Special needs teen killed in Knoxville mobile home fire
A mobile home erupted in flames Saturday morning and killed a teen and his dog.More >>
A mobile home erupted in flames Saturday morning and killed a teen and his dog.More >>
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Hawkins man missing for weeks found dead
Hawkins man missing for weeks found dead
A search party found the body of a missing Hawkins man in a field near his home, according to family members.More >>
A search party found the body of a missing Hawkins man in a field near his home, according to family members.More >>
Deputy struck by vehicle in Halls Christmas parade
Deputy struck by vehicle in Halls Christmas parade
A deputy directing traffic Saturday night was injured after he was struck by a car.More >>
A deputy directing traffic Saturday night was injured after he was struck by a car.More >>
1 person killed, several injured in DUI related crash
1 person killed, several injured in DUI related crash
One person was killed and traffic was stopped for several hours following a multi-vehicle crash Friday afternoon, according to the Clinton Police Department.More >>
One person was killed and traffic was stopped for several hours following a multi-vehicle crash Friday afternoon, according to the Clinton Police Department.More >>
Maryville routs Hendersonville for 6A state title
Maryville routs Hendersonville for 6A state title
John Garrett threw for 277 yards and three touchdowns as he led Maryville to its 14th state championship as the Rebels beat Hendersonville 44-7 on Saturday night in the TSSAA Class 6A championship game at Tennessee...More >>
John Garrett threw for 277 yards and three touchdowns as he led Maryville to its 14th state championship as the Rebels beat Hendersonville 44-7 on Saturday night in the TSSAA Class 6A championship game at Tennessee...More >>
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