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A Loudon woman is charged with the attempted murder of her son who is both physically and mentally disabled. More>>

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Blount County craft beer campaign gains momentum
Blount County craft beer campaign gains momentum
The campaign to bring one of the biggest craft beer brewers in the country to Blount County is growing.More >>
The campaign to bring one of the biggest craft beer brewers in the country to Blount County is growing.More >>

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Vote for 6 News Anchor Hayley Harmon in Star 102.1's Dancing With the Knoxville Stars to benefit East Tennessee Children's Hospital.More >>
Vote for 6 News Anchor Hayley Harmon in Star 102.1's Dancing With the Knoxville Stars to benefit East Tennessee Children's Hospital.More >>

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Morgan County woman told she is 'too poor' for Obamacare
Morgan County woman told she is 'too poor' for Obamacare
A Morgan County woman who desperately needs health care is frustrated after finding out the Affordable Care Act is not going to help the "poorest of the poor" in Tennessee.More >>
A Morgan County woman who desperately needs health care is frustrated after finding out the Affordable Care Act is not going to help the "poorest of the poor" in Tennessee.More >>
East Tenn. man frees family of debt with help from local debt counselor
East Tenn. man frees family of debt with help from local debt counselor
Youth pastor Adam Jones had more than $60,000 in debt, but that huge weight has been lifted from his shoulders.More >>
Youth pastor Adam Jones had more than $60,000 in debt, but that huge weight has been lifted from his shoulders.More >>
6 On Your Side answers questions about getting out of debt
6 On Your Side answers questions about getting out of debt
Household consumer debt is smothering many families in America today, especially here in East Tennessee.More >>
Household consumer debt is smothering many families in America today, especially here in East Tennessee.More >>
Sevier County new homeowners having trouble with home warranty
Sevier County new homeowners having trouble with home warranty
New home owners in Sevier County called 6 On Your Side after their warranty company refused to help them, even though they had just moved in their house.More >>
New home owners in Sevier County called 6 On Your Side after their warranty company refused to help them, even though they had just moved in their house.More >>
6 On Your Side Answers: Scam taking advantage of military members and families
6 On Your Side Answers: Scam taking advantage of military members and families
The Better Business Bureau has issued a warning about a website scam that tries to take advantage of soldiers and their families. The big question is where is the real website?More >>
The Better Business Bureau has issued a warning about a website scam that tries to take advantage of soldiers and their families. The big question is where is the real website?More >>

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Critical violations fail two Knoxville restaurants
Critical violations fail two Knoxville restaurants
The two low scoring restaurants this week have similar critical violations, problems that could potentially make you sick.More >>
The two low scoring restaurants this week have similar critical violations, problems that could potentially make you sick.More >>
New East Knox County barbecue restaurant has lowest health score
New East Knox County barbecue restaurant has lowest health score
A new barbecue place in East Knox County scored the lowest health inspection grade of the week.More >>
A new barbecue place in East Knox County scored the lowest health inspection grade of the week.More >>
Food temps cause low score at Downtown Knoxville hotel restaurant
Food temps cause low score at Downtown Knoxville hotel restaurant
A number of critical violations, problems that could potentially make customers sick, are noted at the lowest scoring restaurant this week.More >>
A number of critical violations, problems that could potentially make customers sick, are noted at the lowest scoring restaurant this week.More >>
UT Strip restaurant has problems with food temps, low-scoring South Knoxville pizzeria improves
UT Strip restaurant has problems with food temps, low-scoring South Knoxville pizzeria improves
The lowest scoring restaurant of the week had trouble maintaining proper food temperatures and following simple health department rules that led to several critical violations.
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The lowest scoring restaurant of the week had trouble maintaining proper food temperatures and following simple health department rules that led to several critical violations.
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West Knoxville pub passes health inspection with critical violations
West Knoxville pub passes health inspection with critical violations
It's been a pretty good week for area restaurants and one of the lowest scoring places of the year has been reinspected.More >>
It's been a pretty good week for area restaurants and one of the lowest scoring places of the year has been reinspected.More >>

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Farragut High School presents musical made famous by Dolly Parton
Farragut High School presents musical made famous by Dolly Parton
You may remember Dolly Parton and her role as Doralee Rhodes in the movie "9 to 5." The movie, song and Broadway show were all hits. This weekend, the show finds itself at Farragut High School.More >>
You may remember Dolly Parton and her role as Doralee Rhodes in the movie "9 to 5." The movie, song and Broadway show were all hits. This weekend, the show finds itself at Farragut High School.More >>
Knoxville woman's love for dogs turns her into one of the country's top breeders
Knoxville woman's love for dogs turns her into one of the country's top breeders
Keith Bailey lives in Knoxville and is one of the top dog breeders in the country. If you ask her how that happened, she's liable to shake her head and smile.More >>
Keith Bailey lives in Knoxville and is one of the top dog breeders in the country. If you ask her how that happened, she's liable to shake her head and smile.More >>
Lenoir City family turns hobby into popular country store
Lenoir City family turns hobby into popular country store
Life often takes unexpected turns. For a family in Lenoir City, their path took a dramatic turn when they decided to take a part time hobby and make it a full time business.More >>
Life often takes unexpected turns. For a family in Lenoir City, their path took a dramatic turn when they decided to take a part time hobby and make it a full time business.More >>
Knoxville's oldest florist stays busy on Valentine's Day
Knoxville's oldest florist stays busy on Valentine's Day
On the holiday, 142 million cards are expected to be sent to loved ones, 233 million roses will be delivered, and more than $36 billion will be spent in the name of love.More >>
On the holiday, 142 million cards are expected to be sent to loved ones, 233 million roses will be delivered, and more than $36 billion will be spent in the name of love.More >>
Knoxville hairstylist sells his own line of pomades and waxes
Knoxville hairstylist sells his own line of pomades and waxes
Hairstylist Ben Miller's own unruly, thick hair led him to create his own product line of pomades and hair waxes that he makes in his home.More >>
Hairstylist Ben Miller's own unruly, thick hair led him to create his own product line of pomades and hair waxes that he makes in his home.More >>

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Breast cancer doesn't stop Knoxville runner
Breast cancer doesn't stop Knoxville runner
An East Tennessee woman just completed her first 50K - that's just over 31 miles. The real story, though, isn't that she did it. It's why she keeps going.More >>
An East Tennessee woman just completed her first 50K - that's just over 31 miles. The real story, though, isn't that she did it. It's why she keeps going.More >>
Knoxville woman to take part in event to raise funds for Multiple Sclerosis
Knoxville woman to take part in event to raise funds for Multiple Sclerosis
A Knoxville woman is getting ready to push herself to the limit to raise funds for MS in honor of her sister.More >>
A Knoxville woman is getting ready to push herself to the limit to raise funds for MS in honor of her sister.More >>
Knoxville mom wants to spread awareness about children with feeding tubes
Knoxville mom wants to spread awareness about children with feeding tubes
Cassidy Robinson of Knoxville called 6 News asking for help in spreading awareness about children who receive nutrition through feeding tubes.More >>
Cassidy Robinson of Knoxville called 6 News asking for help in spreading awareness about children who receive nutrition through feeding tubes.More >>
Colon cancer signs and risk factors to watch out for
Colon cancer signs and risk factors to watch out for
More and more young people are being diagnosed with colon cancer. The latest research doesn't pinpoint an exact reason, but a surgical oncologist with UT Medical Center, says there are some risk factors you can control.More >>
More and more young people are being diagnosed with colon cancer. The latest research doesn't pinpoint an exact reason, but locally, Dr. Keith Gray, a surgical oncologist with UT Medical Center, says there are some risk factors you can control. More >>
New test tells parents the gender of their baby in early pregnancy
New test tells parents the gender of their baby in early pregnancy
A new non-invasive test can let parents know the gender of their baby in the early weeks of pregnancy. It can also detect chromosome abnormalities. Some, however, see the test as controversial.More >>
A new non-invasive test can let parents know the gender of their baby in the early weeks of pregnancy. It can also detect chromosome abnormalities like Down Syndrome. Some, however, see the test as controversial.More >>

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Butch Jones, Frank Beamer grand marshals for Food City 500
Butch Jones, Frank Beamer grand marshals for Food City 500
Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer and Tennessee coach Butch Jones will serve as co-grand marshals for the Food City 500 on Sunday at the Bristol Motor Speedway.More >>
Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer and Tennessee coach Butch Jones will serve as co-grand marshals for the Food City 500 on Sunday at the Bristol Motor Speedway.More >>
Simmons, Lady Vols top Kentucky 71-70 in final
Simmons, Lady Vols top Kentucky 71-70 in final
No. 6 Tennessee edged 12th-ranked Kentucky 71-70 on Sunday to win another SEC tournament championship.More >>
No. 6 Tennessee edged 12th-ranked Kentucky 71-70 on Sunday to win another SEC tournament championship.More >>
Keselowski edges Junior on last lap in Las Vegas
Keselowski edges Junior on last lap in Las Vegas
Brad Keselowski surged ahead on the final lap when Dale Earnhardt Jr. ran out of fuel, claiming a dramatic victory Sunday in the NASCAR race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.More >>
Brad Keselowski surged ahead on the final lap when Dale Earnhardt Jr. ran out of fuel, claiming a dramatic victory Sunday in the NASCAR race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.More >>
Vols beat Mizzou to keep NCAA hopes alive
Vols beat Mizzou to keep NCAA hopes alive
Antonio Barton scored 16 points and Tennessee trounced Missouri 72-45 to win its fourth straight game and boost its NCAA tournament hopes.More >>
Antonio Barton scored 16 points and Tennessee trounced Missouri 72-45 to win its fourth straight game and boost its NCAA tournament hopes.More >>
Lady Vols to play for SEC championship
Lady Vols to play for SEC championship
Tennessee held off Texas A&M 86-77 on Saturday to earn a spot in the Southeastern Conference tournament championship game.More >>
Tennessee held off Texas A&M 86-77 on Saturday to earn a spot in the Southeastern Conference tournament championship game.More >>
Harrison, Simmons, Graves lead Lady Vols past LSU
Harrison, Simmons, Graves lead Lady Vols past LSU
No. 6 Tennessee used an overpowering late run to beat LSU 77-65 in the quarterfinals of the Southeastern Conference tournament on Friday night.More >>
No. 6 Tennessee used an overpowering late run to beat LSU 77-65 in the quarterfinals of the Southeastern Conference tournament on Friday night.More >>
Fulton girls win state tournament opener
Fulton girls state tournament opener
Freshman KeKe McKinney scored 22 points and grabbed 15 rebounds as the Fulton Falcons won their opening game of the Class AA state basketball tournament at MTSU on Thursday.More >>
Freshman KeKe McKinney scored 22 points and grabbed 15 rebounds as the Fulton Falcons won their opening game of the Class AA state basketball tournament at MTSU on Thursday.More >>
Tennessee hopes coaching stability brings success
Tennessee hopes coaching stability brings success
The big difference at Tennessee this spring is how much has stayed the same.More >>
The big difference at Tennessee this spring is how much has stayed the same.More >>
Vols unveil 'Smokey gray' postseason uniforms
Vols unveil 'Smokey gray' postseason uniforms
Tennessee's basketball team has its version of the gray uniforms the football team occasionally used last season.More >>
Tennessee's basketball team has its version of the gray uniforms the football team occasionally used last season.More >>
Tennessee routs Auburn 82-54 for 3rd straight win
Tennessee routs Auburn 82-54 for 3rd straight win
Jarnell Stokes had 20 points, seven rebounds and seven assists to help Tennessee rout Auburn 82-54 on Wednesday night.More >>
Jarnell Stokes had 20 points, seven rebounds and seven assists to help Tennessee rout Auburn 82-54 on Wednesday night.More >>

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29,200 pounds of chicken product recalled, some sold in Tenn.
29,200 pounds of chicken product recalled, some sold in Tenn.
An Arkansas firm is recalling about 29,200 pounds of seasoned raw, chicken breast strips due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen.More >>
An Arkansas firm is recalling about 29,200 pounds of seasoned raw, chicken breast strips due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen.More >>
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TBI investigating McMinn Co. shooting
TBI investigating McMinn Co. shooting
One person was injured in a shooting in McMinn County Sunday night.More >>
One person was injured in a shooting in McMinn County Sunday night.More >>
Why Malaysia Airlines jet might have disappeared
Why Malaysia Airlines jet might have disappeared
The most dangerous parts of a flight are takeoff and landing. Rarely do incidents happen when a plane is cruising seven miles above the earth.More >>
The most dangerous parts of a flight are takeoff and landing. Rarely do incidents happen when a plane is cruising seven miles above the earth.More >>
Church creates website for servers to sound off
Church creates website for servers to sound off
An East Tennessee pastor has created a website where restaurant servers are encouraged to sound off about waiting on church crowds.More >>
An East Tennessee pastor has created a website where restaurant servers are encouraged to sound off about waiting on church crowds.More >>
Blount County craft beer campaign gains momentum
Blount County craft beer campaign gains momentum
The campaign to bring one of the biggest craft beer brewers in the country to Blount County is growing.More >>
The campaign to bring one of the biggest craft beer brewers in the country to Blount County is growing.More >>
Knoxville's annual used book sale opens
Knoxville's annual used book sale opens
Knox County's annual used book sale opened on Sunday.More >>
Knox County's annual used book sale opened on Sunday.More >>
Court dates set in mushroom growing case
Court dates set in mushroom growing case
Court dates have been set for three Tennessee people charged with growing hallucinogenic mushrooms.More >>
Court dates have been set for three Tennessee people charged with growing hallucinogenic mushrooms.More >>
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Who are Sidney and Tammy Moorer?
Who are Sidney and Tammy Moorer?
Updated: Monday, February 24 2014 10:01 PM EST2014-02-25 03:01:44 GMT
An Horry County couple has been charged in the death and disappearance of a 20-year-old Myrtle Beach woman, who has been missing since before Christmas. The married couple, Sidney Stclair Moorer and TammyMore >>
An Horry County couple has been charged in the death and disappearance of a 20-year-old Myrtle Beach woman, who has been missing since before Christmas. The married couple, Sidney Stclair Moorer and TammyMore >>

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