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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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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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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 >>
6 On Your Side Answers: How to prevent identity theft on a holiday trip
6 On Your Side Answers: How to prevent identity theft on a holiday trip
If you are hitting the mountains to enjoy the perks of the holiday, or visiting family out of the area for Thanksgiving, identity thieves could take advantage of those who let their guard down.More >>
If you are hitting the mountains to enjoy the perks of the holiday, or visiting family out of the area for Thanksgiving, identity thieves could take advantage of those who let their guard down.More >>

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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 >>
Knoxville cupcake makers expand to pies
Knoxville cupcake makers expand to pies
So what does a highly successful cupcakery, one of the first in the area, do for an encore? The answer is pie.More >>
So what does a highly successful cupcakery, one of the first in the area, do for an encore? The answer is pie.
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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
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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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 >>
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 >>
Tennessee Aquatics hosts USA Swimming's National Championships
Tennessee Aquatics hosts USA Swimming's National Championships
The Tennessee Aquatics Center is hosting the 2013 USA Swimming's Winter National Championships.More >>
The Tennessee Aquatics Center is hosting the 2013 USA Swimming's Winter National Championships.More >>
Titans missing Peyton Manning
Titans missing Peyton Manning
Tennessee has no time to think about what could have or would have been if Peyton Manning had chosen to be a Titan in March 2012.More >>
Tennessee has no time to think about what could have or would have been if Peyton Manning had chosen to be a Titan in March 2012.More >>
Lady Vols back home with Bahamas title
Lady Vols back home with Bahamas title
The Lady Vols won the championship of the Bahamas over the weekend, now they're trying to win two more-- closer to home.More >>
The Lady Vols won the championship of the Bahamas over the weekend, now they're trying to win two more-- closer to home.More >>
Former Vol Maurice Couch says he took benefits to help support family
Former Vol Maurice Couch says he took benefits to help support family
Former Tennessee defensive lineman Maurice Couch says family obligations led him to accept benefits, which caused him to lose his eligibility.More >>
Former Tennessee defensive lineman Maurice Couch says family obligations led him to accept benefits, which caused him to lose his eligibility.More >>
Area players earn Mr. Football honors
Area players earn Mr. Football honors
Four Knoxville area players took home some hardware even before the state championship games were held.More >>
Four Knoxville area players took home some hardware even before the state championship games were held.More >>
Vinatieri's 5 FGs lead Colts past Titans 22-14
Vinatieri's 5 FGs lead Colts past Titans 22-14
Adam Vinatieri tied a career high with five field goals and Donald Brown scored on a 4-yard touchdown run with 1:56 left Sunday, giving the Colts a 22-14 victory over Tennessee.More >>
Adam Vinatieri tied a career high with five field goals and Donald Brown scored on a 4-yard touchdown run with 1:56 left Sunday, giving the Colts a 22-14 victory over Tennessee.More >>
Area HS football teams advance to state title games
Area HS football teams advance to state title games
Four Knoxville area high schools football teams are back on familiar turf while another is making its first-ever trip to a state championship game.More >>
Four Knoxville area high school football teams are back on familiar turf while another is making its first-ever trip to a state championship game.More >>
Lady Vols win Bahamas tournament title
Lady Vols win Bahamas tournament title
Ariel Massengale scored 11 of her 16 points in the first half to help No. 3 Tennessee rout SMU 87-47 on Friday night to win the Junkanoo Jam.More >>
Ariel Massengale scored 11 of her 16 points in the first half to help No. 3 Tennessee rout SMU 87-47 on Friday night to win the Junkanoo Jam.More >>

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Knoxville police search for stolen parade float
Knoxville police search for stolen parade float
Knoxville police are searching for a parade float that they say was stolen from someone's lawn.More >>
Knoxville police are searching for a parade float that they say was stolen from someone's lawn.More >>
Rain expected through Saturday morning
Rain expected through Saturday morning
The 6 Storm Team says Thursday is windy and warm with highs around 70 degrees.More >>
The 6 Storm Team says Thursday is windy and warm with highs around 70 degrees.More >>
Winter storm expected to hit Memphis area
Winter storm expected to hit Memphis area
Emergency management officials are cautioning residents about the dangers associated with an approaching winter storm expected to bring ice, sleet and possibly snow to the mid-South region.More >>
Emergency management officials are cautioning residents about the dangers associated with an approaching winter storm expected to bring ice, sleet and possibly snow to the mid-South region.More >>
Alcoa police search for women groped at restaurant
Alcoa police search for women groped at restaurant
Alcoa police are working on arresting a man they believe groped several women, including a teenage girl, at a Panera Bread restaurant. Someone at Panera managed to snap a picture of him.More >>
Alcoa police are working on arresting a man they believe groped several women, including a teenage girl, at a Panera Bread restaurant.More >>
Humboldt murder suspect arrested
Humboldt murder suspect arrested
The U.S. Marshal's Office in West Tennessee says a murder suspect who was added to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's top 10 most wanted list this week has been arrested.More >>
The U.S. Marshal's Office in West Tennessee says a murder suspect who was added to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's top 10 most wanted list this week has been arrested.More >>
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Tennessee makes push to execute 10 killers
Tennessee makes push to execute 10 killers
With a new execution protocol in place, Tennessee officials have asked the state Supreme Court to set death dates for 10 condemned killers.More >>
With a new execution protocol in place, Tennessee officials have asked the state Supreme Court to set death dates for 10 condemned killers.More >>
Teachers speak out during BOE meeting; ask for board not to renew McIntyre’s contract
Teachers speak out during BOE meeting; ask for board not to renew McIntyre’s contract
Crowds of teachers turned out for Wednesday's Board of Education meeting to once again express frustrations over current policiesMore >>
Crowds of teachers turned out for Wednesday's Board of Education meeting to once again express frustrations over current policiesMore >>
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 >>

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