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Ex-cop charged in Bean Station incident that killed two and injured two others

Official charges have been filed against the former police officer who opened fire at a Bean Station pharmacy, killing the owner and another man, and injuring two women. More>>

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Customers claim transport company won't refund deposit after raising quoted price by hundreds
Customers claim transport company won't refund deposit after raising quoted price by hundreds
Two new auto carrier companies from East Tennessee are under scrutiny by state and federal investigators.More >>
Two new auto carrier companies from East Tennessee are under scrutiny by state and federal investigators.More >>
Couple says $99 home security system initially cost hundreds more
Couple says $99 home security system initially cost hundreds more
To lure customers, home security companies often offer "free equipment" and a low installation charge. But one couple said their bill ended up being a lot more than advertised once installed.More >>
To lure customers, home security companies often offer "free equipment" and a low installation charge. But one couple said their bill ended up being a lot more than advertised once installed.More >>
Roaches invade South Knoxville multi-family home
Roaches invade South Knoxville multi-family home
In South Knoxville, people who live in separate units but in the same home face a problem with roaches.More >>
In South Knoxville, people who live in separate units but in the same home face a problem with roaches.More >>
After car dealer closes, vet is left with an extra car payment
After car dealer closes, vet is left with an extra car payment
A retired Air Force sergeant found himself with an extra car payment, two months after a car dealer was supposed to have paid off his vehicle in a trade-in.More >>
A retired Air Force sergeant found himself with an extra car payment, two months after a car dealer was supposed to have paid off his vehicle in a trade-in.More >>
Vet loses battle to keep flag in front of his home
Vet loses battle to keep flag in front of his home
A retired Green Beret has lost his battle to keep the American flag flying in front of his home.More >>
A retired Green Beret has lost his battle to keep the American flag flying in front of his home.More >>

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Two popular Knoxville bars among the five low scores this week
Two popular Knoxville bars among the five low scores this week
Five area restaurants scored poor health inspections reports this week.More >>
Five area restaurants scored poor health inspections reports this week.More >>
8 lbs. of food thrown out at Turkey Creek restaurant
8 lbs. of food thrown out at Turkey Creek restaurant
There was trouble this week for a popular wing place and fast food restaurant when health inspectors came to check.More >>
There was trouble this week for a popular wing place and fast food restaurant when health inspectors came to check.More >>
No restaurants fail inspection; two low scoring restaurants get reinspected
No restaurants fail inspection; two low scoring restaurants get reinspected
It's been a good week as area health inspectors found no restaurants with failing grades. Two places that had bad scores have been reinspected.
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It's been a good week as area health inspectors found no restaurants with failing grades. Two places that had bad scores have been reinspected.
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Three restaurants fail health inspections
Three restaurants fail health inspections
A popular sandwich shop, cafeteria, and Asian restaurant had the lowest health inspection grades this week.More >>
A popular sandwich shop, cafeteria, and Asian restaurant had the lowest health inspection grades this week.More >>
Full service restaurant receives perfect health inspection grade this week
Full service restaurant receives perfect health inspection grade this week
Two restaurants have low health inspection grades and one place has a very high score.More >>
Two restaurants have low health inspection grades and one place has a very high score.More >>

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Tellico Plains woodworker turns local wood waste into works of art
Tellico Plains woodworker turns local wood waste into works of art
At Tellico Turnings in Monroe County, one local wood-turning artist is turning out some incredible and functional pieces for your home, all made out of local wood.More >>
At Tellico Turnings in Monroe County, one local wood-turning artist is turning out some incredible and functional pieces for your home, all made out of local wood.More >>
Sevierville painter takes inspiration from East Tennessee's natural beauty
Sevierville painter takes inspiration from East Tennessee's natural beauty
Robert Tino, who owns the Robert A. Tino Gallery in Sevierville, is known worldwide for his paintings that are inspired by the natural beauty of East Tennessee and the Smokies.More >>
Robert Tino, who owns the Robert A. Tino Gallery in Sevierville, is known worldwide for his paintings that are inspired by the natural beauty of East Tennessee and the Smokies.More >>
Local ingredients, historic vibe draws customers near and far to Tellico Plains bakery
Local ingredients, historic vibe draws customers near and far to Tellico Plains bakery
An East Tennessee bakery has created such a buzz over the last decade, it attracts people from out of state just for a cup of coffee and a bite to eat.More >>
An East Tennessee bakery has created such a buzz over the last decade, it attracts people from out of state just for a cup of coffee and a bite to eat.More >>
Tennessee Murphy Beds manufactures space-saving, customizable beds
Tennessee Murphy Beds manufactures space-saving, customizable beds
If you need more space in your home or a guest room, one Tennessee company has way to accomplish both for you, in an easy and stylish way. We take you inside Tennessee Murphy Beds.More >>
If you need more space in your home or a guest room, one Tennessee company has way to accomplish both for you, in an easy and stylish way. We take you inside Tennessee Murphy Beds in this week's Made in Tennessee.More >>
Morristown-made chairs provide a comfortable seat for churches, hotels and other companies
Morristown-made chairs provide a comfortable seat for churches, hotels and other companies
If you travel and stay at hotels across the country, chances are you have sat in a chair made in East Tennessee.More >>
If you travel and stay at hotels across the country, chances are you have sat in a chair made in East Tennessee.More >>

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New device helps eight-year-old hear mom's voice for the first time
New device helps eight-year-old hear mom's voice for the first time
A local child born with just one ear is the first patient in East Tennessee to benefit from new, breakthrough technology.More >>
A local child born with just one ear is the first patient in East Tennessee to benefit from new, breakthrough technology.More >>
New prosthetic device helps Knoxville man get back to the golf course
New prosthetic device helps Knoxville man get back to the golf course
A Knoxville man who lost his leg a year ago has come a long way, and it's all thanks to a breakthrough prosthetic device.More >>
A Knoxville man who lost his leg a year ago has come a long way, and it's all thanks to a breakthrough prosthetic device.More >>
Defibrillator vest keeps heart patients safe from sudden cardiac arrest
Defibrillator vest keeps heart patients safe from sudden cardiac arrest
An East Tennessee man credits an innovative device with saving him from certain death.More >>
An East Tennessee man credits an innovative device with saving him from certain death.More >>
Clinical trial provides hope to owners of cats with cancer
Clinical trial provides hope to owners of cats with cancer
A clinical trial is underway in East Tennessee that could save lives in cats with cancer.More >>
A clinical trial is underway in East Tennessee that could save lives in cats with cancer.More >>
Patient organizes hair donation event at local rehab center
Patient organizes hair donation event at local rehab center
Caroline Owen recently lined up with her physical therapists at Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center and a friend to donate their hair to Locks of Love.More >>
Caroline Owen recently lined up with her physical therapists at Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center and a friend to donate their hair to Locks of Love.More >>

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Passion for piano spurred a Knoxville man to save one of the city's iconic theatres
Passion for piano spurred a Knoxville man to save one of the city's iconic theatres
Dr. Bill Snyder, a former UT administrator, turned his passion for piano and the Wurlitzer at the Tennessee Theatre into a campaign to save one of Knoxville's landmarks.More >>
Dr. Bill Snyder, a former UT administrator, turned his passion for piano and the Wurlitzer at the Tennessee Theatre into a campaign to save one of Knoxville's landmarks.More >>
High school seniors and senior citizens bond over Bearden a cappella group
High school seniors and senior citizens bond over Bearden a cappella group
For a group of seniors at Bearden High School, it's not just time to say goodbye to classmates. It's also a time to say goodbye to a very special group.More >>
For a group of seniors at Bearden High School, it's not just time to say goodbye to classmates. It's also a time to say goodbye to a very special group.More >>
Historic piano shop owner fixes the ivories of instruments around the world
Historic piano shop owner fixes the ivories of instruments around the world
Michael Stinnett's Antique Piano Shop restores and sells hundreds of historic, ornate pianos.More >>
Michael Stinnett's Antique Piano Shop restores and sells hundreds of historic, ornate pianos.
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Sevier Co. foundation instrumental in bringing the bald eagle back from endangered status
Sevier Co. foundation instrumental in bringing the bald eagle back from endangered status
In a small, tucked away corner of Sevier County, near one of the most popular amusement parks in the country, a group of dedicated workers is helping our national symbol – the Bald Eagle.More >>
In a small, tucked away corner of Sevier County, near one of the most popular amusement parks in the country, a group of dedicated workers is helping our national symbol – the Bald Eagle.More >>
Halls, Hardin Valley and Oak Ridge High Schools students prep for robotics competition
Halls, Hardin Valley and Oak Ridge High Schools students prep for robotics competition
Students from Halls High School, Hardin Valley Academy and Oak Ridge High School are putting their brains together to build a robot for a national competition.More >>
Students from Halls High School, Hardin Valley Academy and Oak Ridge High School are putting their brains together to build a robot for a national competition.More >>

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Man dies in South Knoxville car crash
Man dies in South Knoxville car crash
Roger Welchel, 54, died Thursday night after crashing his vehicle in South Knoxville.More >>
Roger Welchel, 54, died Thursday night after crashing his vehicle in South Knoxville.More >>
WWE wrestler challenges Lt. Gov. Ramsey to Internet sales tax debate
WWE wrestler challenges Lt. Gov. Ramsey to Internet sales tax debate
A WWE wrestler from Jefferson City is challenging the Lieutenant Governor to a debate. Glenn Jacobs, also known as "Kane" is against a proposed Internet sales tax.More >>
A WWE wrestler from Jefferson City is challenging the Lieutenant Governor to a debate. Glenn Jacobs, also known as "Kane" is against a proposed Internet sales tax.More >>
Knoxville radio station switches frequency, format
Knoxville radio station switches frequency, format
Knoxville residents might have to change the dial if they want to hear their favorite stations.More >>
Knoxville residents might have to change the dial if they want to hear their favorite stations.More >>
Knox County deputies apprehend violent sex offender
Knox County deputies apprehend violent sex offender
The search for a violent sex offender with an outstanding warrant for his arrest is over.More >>
The search for a violent sex offender with an outstanding warrant for his arrest is over.More >>
Two popular Knoxville bars among the five low scores this week
Two popular Knoxville bars among the five low scores this week
Five area restaurants scored poor health inspections reports this week.More >>
Five area restaurants scored poor health inspections reports this week.More >>

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Friday at The Fling: Area teams play for titles
Friday at The Fling: Area teams play for titles
Four Knoxville area teams will play for state titles at the Blue Cross Spring Fling on Friday.More >>
Four Knoxville area teams will play for state titles at the Blue Cross Spring Fling on Friday.More >>
Hamlin scorches record for Charlotte pole
Hamlin scorches record for Charlotte pole
Denny Hamlin broke the track record Thursday with a lap of 195.624 mph to capture the pole for the Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday at Charlotte Motor Speedway.More >>
Denny Hamlin broke the track record Thursday with a lap of 195.624 mph to capture the pole for the Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday at Charlotte Motor Speedway.More >>
Tennessee Smokies scrub stadium for allergic fans
Tennessee Smokies scrub stadium for allergic fans
The Tennessee Smokies have scrubbed their ball park and kick off a home stand Thursday with a peanut-free night.More >>
The Tennessee Smokies have scrubbed their ball park and kick off a home stand Thursday with a peanut-free night.More >>
Area teams advance, exit state tournament
Area teams advance, exit state tournament
Area high school teams made great strides toward state championships at the Blue Cross Spring Fling in Murfreesboro.More >>
Area high school teams made great strides toward state championships at the Blue Cross Spring Fling in Murfreesboro.More >>
LeBron saves Heat at buzzer of Game 1
LeBron saves Heat at buzzer of Game 1
LeBron James made a layup as time expired in overtime, and the Miami Heat found a way to beat the Indiana Pacers 103-102 in a wild Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals Wednesday night.More >>
LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim.More >>
Area HS teams win state tennis titles
Area HS teams win state tennis titles
Webb and CAK both won state titles in high school tennis at the Blue Cross Spring Fling on Wednesday.More >>
Webb and CAK both won state titles in high school tennis at the Blue Cross Spring Fling on Wednesday.More >>
Rock climbing at Obed River
Rock climbing at Obed River
National Park Service rangers are offering adults a chance to experience rock climbing at the Obed Wild and Scenic River.More >>
National Park Service rangers are offering adults a chance to experience rock climbing at the Obed Wild and Scenic River.More >>
Lady Vols beat NC State; advance to Super Regional
Lady Vols beat NC State; advance to Super Regional
Tennessee punched its sixth trip to the NCAA Super Regionals with a 7-0 win over NC State on Sunday in Game 6 of the Knoxville Regional.More >>
Tennessee punched its sixth trip to the NCAA Super Regionals with a 7-0 win over NC State on Sunday in Game 6 of the Knoxville Regional.More >>
Vols beat Texas A&M to close out 2013 season in win column
Vols beat Texas A&M to close out 2013 season in win column
The Tennessee baseball team closed out the 2013 campaign on a high note, defeating Texas A&M, 7-5, on Senior Day at Lindsey Nelson Stadium
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In a season full of heartbreaks, the Tennessee baseball team closed out the 2013 campaign on a high note, defeating Texas A&M, 7-5, on Senior Day at Lindsey Nelson Stadium Saturday afternoon.More >>
Lady Vols beat NC State in 11 innings
Lady Vols beat NC State in 11 innings
Tennessee's softball team earned a 1-0 victory over NC State to stay perfect in NCAA Tournament play Saturday.More >>
Tennessee's softball team earned a 1-0 victory over NC State to stay perfect in NCAA Tournament play Saturday.More >>

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