Three Pilot Flying J employees pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to charges of conspiracy and wire fraud.More >>
Three Pilot Flying J employees pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to charges of conspiracy and wire fraud. Kevin Wallace Clark, Jay Stinnett, and Holly Radford pleaded guilty in exchange for providing information in the case.More >>
We're just a few months away from football season, but interest is already building in season ticket and Vol memorabilia sales. New coach Butch Jones has injected a renewed optimism for the future.More >>
We're just a few months away from football season. But already there's been a lot of interest in season tickets and Vol memorabilia. The idea of a new coach has injected a renewed optimism for the future of UT football.More >>
A group that helps raise money for the University of Tennessee met for the first time since one of its executives were arrested on child porn charges.More >>
A group that helps raise money for the University of Tennessee met for the first time since one of its executives were arrested on child porn charges.More >>
A Colorado man who acted nervously and told a flight attendant there was a bomb in his backpack on a flight from Knoxville, Tenn. to Denver has been charged in federal court.More >>
A Colorado man who acted nervously and told a flight attendant there was a bomb in his backpack on a flight from Knoxville, Tenn. to Denver has been charged in federal court.More >>
Knox County commissioners are considering a one-time request to give more money to the Mobile Meals program in order to get 113 seniors off the waiting list.More >>
Knox County commissioners are considering a one-time request to give more money to the Mobile Meals program in order to get 113 seniors off the waiting list.More >>
Certified Financial Planner John Fawaz says he is frequently asked about how individuals and businesses will be affected by the Health Care Reform Act.More >>
Certified Financial Planner John Fawaz says he is frequently asked about how individuals and businesses will be affected by the Health Care Reform Act.More >>
A potential security threat occurred on Friday night on Frontier Airlines Flight 601 from Knoxville to Denver, according to Kate O'Malley, a representative for Frontier Airlines.More >>
A potential security threat occurred on Friday night on Frontier Airlines Flight 601 from Knoxville to Denver, according to Kate O'Malley, a representative for Frontier Airlines.More >>
KNOXVILLE (WATE) - Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officers set up a trap Monday afternoon to catch a black bear spotted several times in South Knoxville. The trap was set at about 1 p.m. near theMore >>
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officers set up a trap Monday afternoon to catch a black bear spotted several times in South Knoxville.More >>
Seventy students in grades two to seven arrived Monday morning at Hardin Valley Academy to explore the world of science, technology, engineering and math.More >>
Seventy students in grades two to seven arrived Monday morning at Hardin Valley Academy to explore the world of science, technology, engineering and math. They were there for Knox County Schools' annual STEM Camp.More >>
Saturday was graduation day for more than 180 South College students in Knoxville.More >>
Saturday was graduation day for more than 180 South College students in Knoxville. It's a big day for every graduate, but especially so for one local mother of four, who after working years in a factory, decided she was going to do more with her life.More >>
A young man, between 21 and 22 years old, was taken to the hospital Saturday night after he almost drowned in a pool, according to a Knoxville Fire Department official.More >>
A young man, between 21 and 22 years old, was taken to the hospital Saturday night after he almost drowned in a pool, according to a Knoxville Fire Department official.More >>
A Dallas-based legal consultant created a web site to reach out to Pilot Flying-J customers who believe they were cheated out of money in an alleged rebate scam.More >>
A Dallas-based legal consultant created a web site to reach out to Pilot Flying-J customers who believe they were cheated out of money in an alleged rebate scam.More >>
The parents of the victims in the Christian-Newson murders say the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has declined to give them access to files concerning ex-judge Richard Baumgartner.More >>
The parents of the victims in the Christian-Newson murders say the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has declined to give them access to files concerning ex-judge Richard Baumgartner.More >>
A tornado warning was issued Thursday afternoon for portions of the 6 News viewing area as severe storms rumble through the area.More >>
A tornado warning was issued Thursday afternoon for portions of the 6 News viewing area as severe storms rumble through the area. There has not yet been an official confirmation of a tornado, but some areas were hit hard by the storm.More >>
After the Southern Baptist Convention came out against allowing gay Boy Scouts, another denomination announces they will welcome all scouts with open arms.More >>
After the Southern Baptist Convention came out against allowing gay Boy Scouts, another denomination announces they will welcome all scouts with open arms.More >>
A dispute over two buildings pits preservationists against a church. The issue played out Thursday at a Metropolitan Planning Commission meeting.More >>
A dispute over two buildings pits preservationists against a church. The issue played out Thursday at a Metropolitan Planning Commission meeting.More >>
A Knoxville church is reaching out to scouts after the Southern Baptist Convention voted to oppose the Boy Scouts of America's decision to allow gay scouts. More >>
A Knoxville church is reaching out to scouts after the Southern Baptist Convention voted to oppose the Boy Scouts of America's decision to allow gay scouts. More >>
Figures from the Knoxville police department show crime has gone down in Mechanicsville since the demolition of former public housing apartments.More >>
Figures from the Knoxville police department show crime has gone down in Mechanicsville since the demolition of former public housing apartments but residents told 6 News last week's double shootings leave them worried about the future.More >>
Melinda Smith got a surprise Tuesday when she came to the University of Tennessee Cancer Institute for a new round of chemotherapy as she battles Stage 4 breast cancer.More >>
Melinda Smith got a surprise Tuesday when she came to the University of Tennessee Cancer Institute for a new round of chemotherapy as she battles Stage 4 breast cancer.More >>
It's scary enough as a parent if your child has to be hospitalized, but imagine not being able to understand the doctors and nurses because you speak a different language.More >>
It's scary enough as a parent if your child has to be hospitalized, but imagine not being able to understand the doctors and nurses because you speak a different language.More >>
Lenoir City Utilities Board crews worked into the early morning hours Tuesday to restore power to customers in the Karns area. Severe storms Monday night caused thousands of power outages in the area.More >>
Lenoir City Utilities Board crews worked into the early morning hours Tuesday to restore power to customers in the Karns area. Severe storms Monday night caused thousands of power outages in the area.More >>
Three former Knoxville Police Department officers who were accused of using excessive force in the arrest of a Knoxville man took plea deals in court Monday.More >>
Three former Knoxville Police Department officers who were accused of using excessive force in the arrest of a Knoxville man took plea deals in court Monday.More >>
Saturday's Gun Show in the Smokies at Chilhowee Park drew hundreds of people but many weren't in the market for a new gun, they were in search of that hard to find ammo.More >>
Saturday's Gun Show in the Smokies at Chilhowee Park drew hundreds of people but many weren't in the market for a new gun, they were in search of that hard to find ammo.More >>
Concerns are being raised over the government monitoring phone records as well as internet activity. Experts say you do have legal privacy rights and there are a few ways to try and keep some of your information secret.More >>
Concerns are being raised over the government monitoring phone records as well as internet activity. Experts say you do have legal privacy rights and there are a few ways to try and keep some of your information secret.More >>
A woman was killed in a house fire in East Knox County. It took nearly an hour for more than 20 Rural Metro firefighters to put out the blaze, which left the home with extensive damage.More >>
A woman was killed in a house fire in East Knox County. It took nearly an hour for more than 20 Rural Metro firefighters to put out the blaze, which left the home with extensive damage.More >>
One local Y is helping to produce healthy snacks for local food banks and summer camps and they want to help others learn how to grow their own food as well.More >>
One local Y is helping to produce healthy snacks for local food banks and summer camps and they want to help others learn how to grow their own food as well.More >>
Hundreds of Knox County teachers train to put technology to use in new ways in the classroom. The goal is to give every teacher and student a high-tech device connecting classrooms and giving kids options to learn.More >>
Hundreds of Knox County teachers train to put technology to use in new ways in the classroom. The goal is to give every teacher and student a high-tech device connecting classrooms and giving kids options for how they learn.More >>
The parent company of WATE-TV 6 has agreed to a merger with another major media company.More >>
The parent company of WATE-TV 6 has agreed to a merger with another major media company. The merger of New Young Broadcasting Holding Co., Inc. and Media General, Inc., was announced Thursday morning.More >>
A Knoxville man was injured Wednesday night when an intruder broke into his home. Knoxville police the home invasion happened around 8:45 p.m. at a home on Hiawassee Avenue.More >>
A Knoxville man was injured Wednesday night when an intruder broke into his home. Knoxville police the home invasion happened around 8:45 p.m. at a home on Hiawassee Avenue.More >>
The fight to save a historic piece of a Knoxville community has ended Wednesday as crews began cutting down a 125-year-old oak tree in the Fourth and Gill neighborhood.More >>
The fight to save a historic piece of a Knoxville community has ended Wednesday as crews began cutting down a 125-year-old oak tree in the Fourth and Gill neighborhood.More >>
Despite sequestration of federal spending and a payroll tax increase that have slowed consumer spending, the economy is poised for strong growth in both 2014 and 2015, a University of Tennessee report says.More >>
Despite sequestration of federal spending and a payroll tax increase that have slowed consumer spending, the economy is poised for strong growth in both 2014 and 2015, a University of Tennessee report says. More >>
A research study by the University of Tennessee at Knoxville shows Volkswagen's assembly plant in Chattanooga is responsible for more than $643 million in annual income.More >>
A research study by the University of Tennessee at Knoxville shows Volkswagen's assembly plant in Chattanooga is responsible for more than $643 million in annual income.More >>
For many, summer means fun in the sun, but for needy children, every day out of school means one less meal and for some parents, it means higher utility bills.More >>
For many, summer means fun in the sun, but for needy children, every day out of school means one less meal and for some parents, it means higher utility bills.More >>
Multiple high rises, a riverfront walk, a hotel and apartments to house more than 1,000 people are among the plans included in a large redevelopment project on the South Knoxville waterfront.More >>
Multiple high rises, a riverfront walk, a hotel and apartments to house more than 1,000 people are among the plans included in a large redevelopment project on the South Knoxville waterfront.More >>
A Knoxville woman is now facing drug charges after police serve a search warrant at her home on Woodbine Avenue. More >>
Residents of one Knoxville neighborhood say they are breathing a sigh of relief, after Knoxville police bust a woman on their street for selling cocaine, at a house where neighbors say criminal activity has been a problem for a long time.More >>
It's that time of year when con men start traveling throughout neighborhoods offering unsuspecting people discounted prices to pave their driveway.More >>
It's that time of year when con men start traveling throughout neighborhoods offering unsuspecting people discounted prices to pave their driveway.More >>
East Tennesseans joined a celebration across the country Sunday. It was a celebration of life and a way to show support for those battling cancer.More >>
East Tennesseans are joining multitudes across the country today to celebrate life, and to support those battling cancer.More >>
Two people were injured in a drive-by shooting late Sunday night in South Knoxville. A single-vehicle car crash was also reported in the same area, causing some confusion for police and residents.More >>
Two people were injured late Sunday night in a drive-by shooting in South Knoxville. A single-vehicle car crash was also reported in the same area, causing some confusion for police and residents.More >>
The Lady Vols (52-10) defeated Texas (51-10) 2-1 in a two hour and 36 minute pitcher's duel that saw UT get on top quickly and hang on.More >>
Strong pitching and a clutch pinch hit walk for Lexi Overstreet in the sixth inning helped to send the University of Tennessee women's softball team back to the Women's College World Series Championship Series for the first time since 2007. More >>
A group of American Red Cross volunteers from East Tennessee was in Oklahoma Friday night when even more deadly tornadoes rolled through the state.More >>
A group of American Red Cross volunteers from East Tennessee was in Oklahoma Friday night when even more deadly tornadoes rolled through the state. Already helping with tornado damage recovery, they will be likely be staying much longer than originally planned. More >>
The Lady Vols softball team knew they were heading to Tornado Alley to play softball, but the chances of seeing a real twister never occurred to them until Friday night.More >>
The Lady Vols softball team knew they were heading to Tornado Alley to play softball, but the chances of seeing a real twister never occurred to them until Friday night.More >>
Participants from 70 schools across the region left Chilhowee Park on 39 motor coaches, set to enjoy four days in Washington, D.C. More >>
Participants from 70 schools across the region left Chilhowee Park on 39 motor coaches, set to enjoy four days in Washington, D.C. The trip includes tours of the U. S. Capitol, Mt. Vernon, the Smithsonian, the National Zoo, and the Jefferson Memorial.More >>
Roughly 8,000 people in the United States are bitten by venomous snakes each year. This year that number could increase.More >>
Snake season has hit in Tennessee. Roughly 8,000 people in the United States are bitten by venomous snakes each year. This year that number could increase.More >>
One out of every five children from East Tennessee comes from a family who does not know where they're going to get their next meal. A new summer breakfast program is trying to change that. More >>
One out of every five children from East Tennessee comes from a family who does not know where they're going to get their next meal. But thanks to a new summer breakfast program, more local children are getting the daily nutrition they need.More >>
Bruce Downsbrough, 60, was taken into custody Tuesday morning by federal agents, Knoxville police officers and officials with the U.S. Postal Service.More >>
Bruce Downsbrough, 60, was taken into custody Tuesday morning by federal agents, Knoxville police officers and officials with the U.S. Postal Service.More >>
Two Pilot Flying J employees pleaded guilty to charges in federal court Wednesday, making them the first Pilot workers to enter a guilty plea in connection with a recent FBI raid.More >>
Two Pilot Flying J employees pleaded guilty to charges in federal court Wednesday, making them the first Pilot workers to enter a guilty plea in connection with a recent FBI raid.More >>
A door-to-door salesman told a Knoxville couple they could cancel their security system within 30 days if they didn't want it. But when they called to do just that, they were told they'd waited too long.More >>
A door-to-door salesman told a Knoxville couple they could cancel their security system within 30 days if they didn't want it. But when they called to do just that, they were told they'd waited too long.More >>
City and county officials boarded up an East Knoxville home Tuesday. The action came after neighbors complained for two years about rampant drug activity at the home.More >>
City and county officials boarded up an East Knoxville home Tuesday. The action came after neighbors complained for two years about rampant drug activity at the home.More >>
First lady Michelle Obama is inviting some local students to help her harvest the White House kitchen garden after they helped plant the seeds earlier this year.More >>
First lady Michelle Obama is inviting some local students to help her harvest the White House kitchen garden after they helped plant the seeds earlier this year.More >>
A Knoxville teen who died Friday after being hit by a truck is being remembered by his sister. She says her brother loved adventure and will be very missed.More >>
A Knoxville teen who died Friday after being hit by a truck is being remembered by his sister. She says her brother loved adventure and will be very missed.More >>
KNOXVILLE (WATE) - If you make a mistake in handling your Individual Retirement Account, it may take years to earn back the lost interest. Certified Financial Planner John Fawaz appeared on Good MorningMore >>
If you make a mistake in handling your Individual Retirement Account, it may take years to earn back the lost interest.More >>
Knoxville Fire Department officials suspect a late night fire on the campus of Knoxville College was intentionally set.More >>
Knoxville Fire Department officials suspect a late night fire on the campus of Knoxville College was intentionally set. Two students called 911 at midnight Tuesday to report a fire at the abandoned MLK building, located at 901 Knoxville College Drive.More >>
Barbara Monty worked for the Knox County Community Action Committee for 45 years; most recently, she was working as the director of the Office of Aging until her retirement last month.More >>
Barbara Monty worked for the Knox County Community Action Committee for 45 years; most recently, she was working as the director of the Office of Aging until her retirement last month.More >>
Rutgers University's newly appointed athletic director Julie Hermann said she is not considering resigning from her new job with the school despite recently publicized allegations of emotional abuse against former players.More >>
Rutgers University's newly appointed athletic director Julie Hermann said she is not considering resigning from her new job with the school despite recently publicized allegations of emotional abuse against former players.More >>
To celebrate Memorial Day, the names of all East Tennessee members of the armed forces who have been killed while serving their country were read aloud at the East Tennessee Veterans Memorial in Knoxville. More >>
To celebrate Memorial Day, the names of all East Tennessee members of the armed forces who have been killed while serving their country were read aloud at the East Tennessee Veterans Memorial in Knoxville. More >>
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie plans to speak with Rutgers officials about new athletic director Julie Hermann. The former University of Tennessee women's volleyball coach is accused of emotionally abusing her players.More >>
The new Rutgers athletic director, former Tennessee's women's volleyball coach Julie Hermann, is accused of abusing her players 16 years ago.More >>
Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Knoxville Saturday, speaking out about the dangers of genetically modified foods.More >>
Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Knoxville Saturday, speaking out about the dangers of genetically modified foods. The Market Square protest was part of a global movement called the March Against Monsanto, with protests held Saturday in more than 250 cities.More >>
Four people were taken into custody Thursday in connection with an elaborate fraud scheme at a Knoxville investment firm. Additional charges were also filed against two others who had already been indicted in the case.More >>
Four people were taken into custody Thursday in connection with an elaborate fraud scheme at a Knoxville investment firm. Additional charges were also filed against two others who had already been indicted in the case.More >>
City officials were out in force in parts of Knoxville Friday morning performing code enforcements. The city issues notices to property owners for violations that may have a negative effect on the neighborhood.More >>
City officials were out in force in parts of Knoxville Friday morning performing codes enforcements. The city issues notices to property owners for violations that may have a negative effect on the neighborhood.More >>
The University of Tennessee was granted the right to purchase three homes in Fort Sanders to build a new academic building, but the move has preservationists concerned.More >>
The University of Tennessee was granted the right to purchase three homes in Fort Sanders to build a new academic building, but the move has preservationists concerned.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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
Chattanooga began a big redevelopment push downtown several years ago and Knoxville has followed suit. So which city has been more successful at revitalizing its downtown area?More >>
Chattanooga began a big redevelopment push downtown several years ago and Knoxville has followed suit. So which city has been more successful at revitalizing its downtown area?More >>
As the search for survivors continues in Oklahoma hundreds of volunteers from across country are stepping into help including some from East Tennessee.More >>
As the search for survivors continues in Oklahoma hundreds of volunteers from across country are stepping into help including some from East Tennessee.More >>
East Tennessee is no stranger to natural disasters and in case of an emergency, EMA officials say there are preparations we need to make just to be safe until help arrives.More >>
East Tennessee is no stranger to natural disasters and in case of an emergency, EMA officials say there are preparations we need to make just to be safe until help arrives.More >>
The University of Tennessee is hoping to purchase three homes in Fort Sanders to build a new academic building, but the move has preservationists concerned.More >>
The University of Tennessee is hoping to purchase three homes in Fort Sanders to build a new academic building, but the move has preservationists concerned.More >>
