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Knoxville Cardinal and Bishop attending sainthood ceremony of two former popes

Millions and millions of Catholics are expected to be in Rome, Italy this weekend as Pope Francis memorializes two former popes during Sunday's worship service and two religious leaders from Knoxville will be helping to celebrate.
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6 On Your Side Answers: How to avoid IRS phone scams
6 On Your Side Answers: How to avoid IRS phone scams
The 2014 tax filing season ended a week ago, but that hasn't stopped con artists from applying their tricks. They'll try to scare you into believing you owe money.More >>
The 2014 tax filing season ended a week ago, but that hasn't stopped con artists from applying their tricks. They'll try to scare you into believing you owe money.More >>
Driveway scammers continue to target the elderly in Knoxville
Driveway scammers continue to target the elderly in Knoxville
Phony driveway pavers are back and targeting the elderly. Many of these scammers are from out of state, but some are local. The "canned" sales pitches of these scammers don't change much. More >>
Phony driveway pavers are back and targeting the elderly. Many of these scammers are from out of state, but some are local. The "canned" sales pitches of these scammers don't change much. More >>
Merchants fighting back against online shoplifting
Merchants fighting back against online shoplifting
Chargebacks on credit cards are in place to protect consumers who need to dispute a charge that is not legitimate, but recently too many people have been abusing this security measure. Jennifer from KnoxvilleMore >>
Chargebacks on credit cards are in place to protect consumers who need to dispute a charge that is not legitimate, but recently too many people have been abusing this security measure.More >>
Bean Station couple claims mobile home damaged by delivery company
Bean Station couple claims mobile home damaged by delivery company
By DON DARE 6 On Your Side Consumer Investigator A young couple from Bean Station says their mobile home was damaged when delivered earlier in early April and they want it fixed. Jim Hannan and hisMore >>
A young couple from Bean Station says their mobile home was damaged when delivered earlier in early April and they want it fixed.More >>
6 On Your Side Answers: How to protect your online passwords
6 On Your Side Answers: How to protect your online passwords
The encryption flaw called the "Heartbleed Bug" is already being called on the biggest security threats the internet has ever seen. The bug has affectedMore >>
The encryption flaw called the "Heartbleed Bug" is already being called on the biggest security threats the internet has ever seen. The bug has affectedMore >>

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Cru Bistro scores a perfect 100 on health inspection
Cru Bistro scores a perfect 100 on health inspection
There are many variables involved in a restaurant health inspection, as a result, it's tough for a restaurant to score a perfect grade, 100. It's made even more difficult for full-service restaurants,More >>
There are many variables involved in a restaurant health inspection, as a result, it's tough for a restaurant to score a perfect grade, 100.More >>
Knoxville cafeteria barely passes health inspection
Knoxville cafeteria barely passes health inspection
The lowest scoring restaurant inspected recently has made the list before, several times. This restaurant barely passed it's most recent unannounced inspection.More >>
The lowest scoring restaurant inspected recently has made the list before, several times. This restaurant barely passed it's most recent unannounced inspection.More >>
Two restaurants nearly fail; three earn perfect scores
Two restaurants nearly fail; three earn perfect scores
Several restaurants received perfect health inspection grades this week, but a couple of places were on the verge of failing scores.More >>
Several restaurants received perfect health inspection grades this week, but a couple of places were on the verge of failing scores.More >>
Five Knoxville area restaurants fail health inspections
Five Knoxville area restaurants fail health inspections
We haven't seen this many restaurants with low health inspection grades in a single week in quite a while. Five restaurants failed this week.More >>
We haven't seen this many restaurants with low health inspection grades in a single week in quite a while. Five restaurants failed this week.More >>
Rodent droppings, food temps lead to failing score in Knoxville kitchen
Rodent droppings, food temps lead to failing score in Knoxville kitchen
A restaurant manager's worst nightmare is for the health inspector to either see or find evidence of little critters with long tails in the kitchen.More >>
A restaurant manager's worst nightmare is for the health inspector to either see or find evidence of little critters with long tails in the kitchen.More >>

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Sugarlands Distillery plans to offer moonshine across the nation
Sugarlands Distillery plans to offer moonshine across the nation
Making moonshine is a distinctly Southern Appalachian tradition that few people outside the region have ever tasted it. But that's changing as more and more "legal" distillers are entering the market place.More >>
Making moonshine is a distinctly Southern Appalachian tradition that few people outside the region have ever tasted it. But that's changing as more and more "legal" distillers are entering the market place.More >>
Social media helps Knoxville woman kick off ice cream business
Social media helps Knoxville woman kick off ice cream business
Have you ever had an idea for a business but weren't quite sure it could work? Elaine Evans had an idea and she turned to social media to gauge her chances for success.More >>
Have you ever had an idea for a business but weren't quite sure it could work? Elaine Evans had an idea and she turned to social media to gauge her chances for success.More >>
Knoxville restaurant serves up Memphis-style barbecue
Knoxville restaurant serves up Memphis-style barbecue
Tennessee has its fair share of good barbeque. In Knoxville, one of the fastest growing barbeque joints has its roots in Memphis.More >>
Tennessee has its fair share of good barbeque. In Knoxville, one of the fastest growing barbeque joints has its roots in Memphis.More >>
Lake City record label hopes to make talented artists' dreams come true
Lake City record label hopes to make talented artists' dreams come true
In a converted winery near Lake City, a local couple is trying to change the face of music by changing the relationship between artist and record label.More >>
In a converted winery near Lake City, a local couple is trying to change the face of music by changing the relationship between artist and record label.More >>
Loudon ice cream parlor draws customers from around the country
Loudon ice cream parlor draws customers from around the country
The Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor in Loudon, which has been featured in Southern Living Magazine, draws people from as close as down the street and from across the country.More >>
The Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor in Loudon, which has been featured in Southern Living Magazine, draws people from as close as down the street and from across the country.More >>

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New harness may help Maryville child with seizure disorder walk
New harness may help Maryville child with seizure disorder walk
A Facebook post recently caught the attention of a local mom. It was about a special harness that helped a child with cerebral palsy actually walk for the first time. The new device is now giving hope to parents in East Tennessee.More >>
A Facebook post recently caught the attention of a local mom. It was about a special harness that helped a child with cerebral palsy actually walk for the first time. The new device is now giving hope to parents in East Tennessee.More >>
How to quickly heal a broken bone
How to quickly heal a broken bone
Dr. Chris Shaver of the Tennessee Orthopaedic Clinics shares the most important things we can do to help the bone healing processMore >>
Dr. Chris Shaver of the Tennessee Orthopaedic Clinics shares some tips to help the bone healing processMore >>
Selfies leading to an unhealthy obsession
Selfies leading to an unhealthy obsession
Are "selfies" leading to an unhealthy obsession? A new survey by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery shows an increaseMore >>
By Lori Tucker 6 News Anchor KNOXVILLE (WATE) - Are "selfies" leading to an unhealthy obsession? A new survey by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery shows an increaseMore >>
New breakthrough hormone replacement therapy available in Knoxville
New breakthrough hormone replacement therapy available in Knoxville
You reach a certain time in your life and you hear the words "hormone replacement therapy." No two types of treatment are alike, but a breakthrough therapy is now available in Knoxville.More >>
You reach a certain time in your life and you hear the words "hormone replacement therapy." No two types of treatment are alike, but a breakthrough therapy is now available in Knoxville.More >>
Innovative knee surgery available in Knoxville for younger patients
Innovative knee surgery available in Knoxville for younger patients
When you hear about knee surgery, you might think about people in their fifties or sixties. However, there is an innovative option for much younger patients with painful knee problems not helped by traditional procedures.More >>
When you hear about knee surgery, you might think about people in their fifties or sixties. However, there is an innovative option for much younger patients with painful knee problems not helped by traditional procedures.More >>

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Vols defeat No. 8 Alabama in walk-off
Vols defeat No. 8 Alabama in walk-off
KNOXVILLE (WATE)- The No. 29 Tennessee Vols rallied for a 10-9 walk-off win against No.8 Alabama on Sunday.A laced line drive down the right field line by Vincent Jackson gave Tennessee its fifth walk-off victory of the 2014 season, as the No. 29 Vols rallied from six down to defeat No. 8 Alabama 10-9 on Sunday afternoon in front of 1,845 at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.The Vols (25-13, 7-11 SEC) came back from an 8-2 deficit in the eighth inning putting six on the board behind hits from A.J. Simco...More >>
KNOXVILLE (WATE)- The No. 29 Tennessee Vols rallied for a 10-9 walk-off win against No.8 Alabama on Sunday.A laced line drive down the right field line by Vincent Jackson gave Tennessee its fifth walk-off victory of the 2014 season, as the No. 29 Vols rallied from six down to defeat No. 8 Alabama 10-9 on Sunday afternoon in front of 1,845 at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.The Vols (25-13, 7-11 SEC) came back from an 8-2 deficit in the eighth inning putting six on the board behind hits from A.J. Simco...More >>
Lady Vols fall to Mississippi State 11-7
Lady Vols fall to Mississippi State 11-7
KNOXVILLE (WATE)- No. 4 Tennessee held a 5-4 lead after five frames but Mississippi State exploded with seven runs in the sixth to hand the Lady Vols an 11-7 loss on Easter Sunday at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium.Tennessee (36-8, 12-6 SEC) scored one run in the third inning, four in the fifth and two in the sixth. Mississippi State (35-15, 7-11 SEC) scored two runs in the third inning, two runs in the fifth and seven in the sixth.Madison Shipman crushed a pair of home runs in the loss, going 2-fo...More >>
KNOXVILLE (WATE)- No. 4 Tennessee held a 5-4 lead after five frames but Mississippi State exploded with seven runs in the sixth to hand the Lady Vols an 11-7 loss on Easter Sunday at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium.Tennessee (36-8, 12-6 SEC) scored one run in the third inning, four in the fifth and two in the sixth. Mississippi State (35-15, 7-11 SEC) scored two runs in the third inning, two runs in the fifth and seven in the sixth.Madison Shipman crushed a pair of home runs in the loss, going 2-fo...More >>
Tennessee targets Louisiana Tech's Michael White
Tennessee targets Louisiana Tech's Michael White
Tennessee has targeted Louisiana Tech's Michael White to replace Cuonzo Martin.Sources confirmed to ESPN.com that the 37-year-old White, who has led the Bulldogs to a 74-31 mark over the last three seasons, is the choice of Vols athletic director Dave Hart.Michael White has a 74-31 record in three seasons as Louisiana Tech's coach.CBSSports.com earlier reported that Tennessee's coaching search is now focused on White.However, sources told ESPN.com that White is mulling over the decision wheth...More >>
Tennessee has targeted Louisiana Tech's Michael White to replace Cuonzo Martin.Sources confirmed to ESPN.com that the 37-year-old White, who has led the Bulldogs to a 74-31 mark over the last three seasons, is the choice of Vols athletic director Dave Hart.Michael White has a 74-31 record in three seasons as Louisiana Tech's coach.CBSSports.com earlier reported that Tennessee's coaching search is now focused on White.However, sources told ESPN.com that White is mulling over the decision wheth...More >>
Farragut dedicates field house to late coach
Farragut dedicates field house to late coach
The Farragut Admirals' baseball team honored their late assistant coach Scott Dean on Friday night by dedicating their fieldhouse to him.More >>
The Farragut Admirals' baseball team honored their late assistant coach Scott Dean on Friday night by dedicating their field house to him.More >>
Vols baseball falls to Alabama despite late rally
Vols baseball falls to Alabama despite late rally
The No. 8 Crimson Tide jumped out to an 8-0 lead through five innings. The No. 29 Vols rallied five runs but weren't able to pull out the win. Tennessee fell to Alabama 8-5.More >>
The No. 8 Crimson Tide jumped out to an 8-0 lead through five innings. The No. 29 Vols rallied five runs but weren't able to pull out the win. Tennessee fell to Alabama 8-5.More >>
Lady Vols Softball drops game 1 to Mississippi State
Lady Vols Softball drops game 1 to Mississippi State
The No. 4 Lady Vols dropped game one of their three game series with Mississippi State 2-0 after a two-run homer by the Bulldogs in the seventh inning.More >>
The No. 4 Lady Vols dropped game one of their three game series with Mississippi State 2-0 after a two-run homer by the Bulldogs in the seventh inning.More >>
Smokies lose series to Generals in game 5
Smokies lose series to Generals in game 5
The Smokies dropped game 5 of their series with Jackson 5-2 after a ninth inning rally by the Generals.More >>
The Smokies dropped game 5 of their series with Jackson 5-2 after a ninth inning rally by the Generals.More >>
Smokies split doubleheader with Jackson
Smokies split doubleheader with Jackson
Smokies Corey Black struggled on the mound in game one allowing 3 runs on 2 hits over 4 innings in Jackson's 4-0 shutout win. The Smokies plated two in the bottom of the fourth as part of a 3-2 comeback win in game two.More >>
Smokies Corey Black struggled on the mound in game one allowing 3 runs on 2 hits over 4 innings in Jackson's 4-0 shutout win in game one. The Smokies plated two in the bottom of the fourth as part of a 3-2 comeback win in game two over the GeneralsMore >>
Cuonzo Martin discusses his decision
Cuonzo Martin discusses his decision
Former Vols' Head Coach Cuonzo Martin was back on the airwaves in Knoxville on Thursday. He talked with radio host Hallerin Hilton Hill on NewsTalk 98.7 and said he appreciated the fans in Knoxville.More >>
Former Vols' Head Coach Cuonzo Martin was back on the airwaves in Knoxville on Thursday. He talked with radio host Hallerin Hilton Hill on NewsTalk 98.7 and said he appreciated the fans in Knoxville.More >>
Former Vols honored by Colorado Sports Hall of Fame
Former Vols honored by Colorado Sports Hall of Fame
Peyton Manning and Todd Helton were both honored at the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet on Thursday night. Manning was awarded the 2013 Male Athlete of the Year award. Helton was inducted into the Hall of Fame.More >>
Peyton Manning and Todd Helton were both honored at the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet on Thursday night. Manning was awarded the 2013 Male Athlete of the Year award. Helton was inducted into the Hall of Fame.More >>

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Mom Bites Off Dog’s Ear to Save 2-Year-Old Daughter
Mom Bites Off Dog’s Ear to Save 2-Year-Old Daughter
Last month, a Texas mother stuck her arm in a pit bull’s mouth and bit off its ear while it was attacking her 2-year-old daughter.More >>
Last month, a Texas mother stuck her arm in a pit bull’s mouth and bit off its ear while it was attacking her 2-year-old daughter.More >>
San Francisco Down syndrome teen celebrates acceptance to college
San Francisco Down syndrome teen celebrates acceptance to college
A San Francisco high school student with Down syndrome recently learned he has been accepted to college, KGO-TV reports.More >>
A San Francisco high school student with Down syndrome recently learned he has been accepted to college, KGO-TV reports.More >>
Donnie Tyndall introduced as new UT head basketball coach
Donnie Tyndall introduced as new UT head basketball coach
The University of Tennessee announced Tuesday morning that Donnie Tyndall has been hired as the Volunteers' next head basketball coach.More >>
The University of Tennessee announced Tuesday morning that Donnie Tyndall has been hired as the Volunteers' next head basketball coach.More >>
2 children found in South Knoxville apartment during meth bust
2 children found in South Knoxville apartment during meth bust
Two children were taken from a South Knoxville apartment Tuesday night after a meth making operation was discovered inside.More >>
Two children were taken from a South Knoxville apartment Tuesday night after a meth making operation was discovered inside. More >>
12 gold bars found inside Indian man's stomach
12 gold bars found inside Indian man's stomach
Updated: Monday, April 21 2014 10:10 AM EDT2014-04-21 14:10:52 GMT
After a 63-year-old man complained a stomach pain in India, doctors removed 12 small gold bars from his stomach during a three-hour surgery.More >>
After a 63-year-old man complained a stomach pain in India, doctors removed 12 small gold bars from his stomach during a three-hour surgery.
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Man suffers burns after North Knoxville house fire
Man suffers burns after North Knoxville house fire
A man is staying with friends and family after firefighters responded to his house Tuesday night when it erupted in flames. More >>
A man is staying with friends and family after firefighters responded to his house Tuesday night when it erupted in flames. More >>
Greene Co. deputies arrest 11 people reportedly involved in drug activity, burglary
Greene Co. deputies arrest 11 people reportedly involved in drug activity, burglary
Updated: Tuesday, April 22 2014 11:25 AM EDT2014-04-22 15:25:46 GMT
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The Greene County Sheriff’s Department arrested 11 people Saturday morning through Monday afternoon, who were reportedly involved in illegal drug activity and a residential burglary.More >>
The Greene County Sheriff’s Department arrested 11 people Saturday morning through Monday afternoon, who were reportedly involved in illegal drug activity and a residential burglary.More >>
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Vols fans welcome new basketball coach Donnie Tyndall to Knoxville
Vols fans welcome new basketball coach Donnie Tyndall to Knoxville
The excitement surrounding the new University of Tennessee Basketball Coach Donnie Tyndall is causing a big buzz on social media.More >>
The excitement surrounding the new University of Tennessee Basketball Coach Donnie Tyndall is causing a big buzz on social media.More >>
38 dogs rescued in north Nashville dog fighting bust
38 dogs rescued in north Nashville dog fighting bust
A drug bust last week led to Tuesday’s seizure of 38 dogs from an alleged dog fighting ring in north Nashville.More >>
A drug bust last week led to Tuesday’s seizure of 38 dogs from an alleged dog fighting ring in north Nashville.More >>

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