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Excitement already cooking for upcoming Vol football season
Excitement already cooking for upcoming Vol football season
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.
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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 >>
Animal control board in Campbell County meets for first time since shelter closure
Animal control board in Campbell County meets for first time since shelter closure
The Animal Control Advisory Board in Campbell County held their first meeting Tuesday night since closing the county's only shelter amid scandal.More >>
The Animal Control Advisory Board in Campbell County held their first meeting Tuesday night since closing the county's only shelter amid scandal.More >>
Cumberland Ave. business owners and city officials discuss new codes
Cumberland Ave. business owners and city officials discuss new codes
Knoxville city officials and business owners met Tuesday night to discuss the future of Cumberland Avenue.More >>
Knoxville city officials and business owners met Tuesday night to discuss the future of Cumberland Avenue.More >>
City leaders to meet over the future of World's Fair Park
City leaders to meet over the future of World's Fair Park
City of Knoxville and World's Fair Park leaders will meet Tuesday evening to discuss the future of Knoxville's most iconic park.More >>
City of Knoxville and World's Fair Park leaders will meet Tuesday evening to discuss the future of Knoxville's most iconic park.More >>
Loudon County farmers have less hay for cattle because of wet weather
Loudon County farmers have less hay for cattle because of wet weather
A wet spring and a wet start to summer are adding up to a serious problem for area cattle farmers.More >>
A wet spring and a wet start to summer are adding up to a serious problem for area cattle farmers.More >>
Fifth Pilot employee pleads guilty to federal charges
Fifth Pilot employee pleads guilty to federal charges
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 >>
THP records 17 Bonnaroo-related crashes this year
THP records 17 Bonnaroo-related crashes this year
The Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival has come to a close and the Tennessee Highway Patrol has released numbers on its enforcement efforts around the site.More >>
The Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival has come to a close and the Tennessee Highway Patrol has released numbers on its enforcement efforts around the site.More >>
George Thomas appeals conviction, sentence in Christian-Newsom murders
George Thomas appeals conviction, sentence in Christian-Newsom murders
George Thomas is challenging his conviction and sentence after his latest retrial.More >>
George Thomas is challenging his conviction and sentence after his latest retrial.More >>
UT Foundation has first board meeting after COO's arrest
UT Foundation has first board meeting after COO's arrest
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 >>
4 youths charged in Madisonville American flag theft
4 youths charged in Madisonville American flag theft
Madisonville police have made four arrests in the theft of a local American flag.More >>
Madisonville police have made four arrests in the theft of a local American flag.More >>
Experts say link between allergies and asthma still being uncovered
Experts say link between allergies and asthma still being uncovered
Studies show 80% of people with asthma also have allergies, so if you better control your allergies, you may be able to avoid asthma.More >>
Studies show 80% of people with asthma also have allergies, so if you better control your allergies, you may be able to avoid asthma.More >>
Man arrested on Denver flight feared he had bomb
Man arrested on Denver flight feared he had bomb
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 >>
Parents arrested after toddler is found playing alone on train tracks
Parents arrested after toddler is found playing alone on train tracks
The parents of a Rockwood toddler are facing charges after a witness saw the boy playing on train tracks and called police.More >>
The parents of a Rockwood toddler are facing charges after a witness saw the boy playing on train tracks and called police.More >>
Jefferson Co. commission to vote on proposal for more SROs at schools
Jefferson Co. commission to vote on proposal for more SROs at schools
A local school system could be adding more student resource officers to its schools at the start of the next school year.More >>
A local school system could be adding more student resource officers to its schools at the start of the next school year.More >>
Parents and children get water safety lessons at Splash Country
Parents and children get water safety lessons at Splash Country
Each year thousands of children are sent to emergency rooms for water-related injuries. East Tennessee Children's Hospital and Dollywood Splash Country are now teaming up to reduce that number.More >>
Each year thousands of children are sent to emergency rooms for water-related injuries. East Tennessee Children's Hospital and Dollywood Splash Country are now teaming up to reduce that number.More >>
I-75 South reopens after chain-reaction crash
I-75 South reopens after chain-reaction crash
A wreck on I-75 just over the state line has closed the interstate to traffic.More >>
A wreck on I-75 just over the state line has closed the interstate to traffic.More >>
Federal grand jury indicts 2 for transporting illegal immigrants
Federal grand jury indicts 2 for transporting illegal immigrants
A federal grand jury indicted two people on Tuesday on charges of transporting illegal immigrants.More >>
A federal grand jury indicted two people on Tuesday on charges of transporting illegal immigrants.More >>
Knox commission considers more funding for Mobile Meals program
Knox commission considers more funding for Mobile Meals program
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 >>
2 shot at East Knoxville barbeque
2 shot at East Knoxville barbeque
Two men received minor injuries during a shooting at a cookout in East Knoxville Monday night.More >>
Two men received minor injuries during a shooting at a cookout in East Knoxville Monday night.More >>
Answers about the Health Care Reform Act
Answers about the Health Care Reform Act
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 >>
Tennessee to review proof of citizenship ruling
Tennessee to review proof of citizenship ruling
Tennessee election officials plan to review a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that says states can't demand proof of citizenship from people registering to vote in federal elections unless they get federal or court...More >>
Tennessee election officials plan to review a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that says states can't demand proof of citizenship from people registering to vote in federal elections unless they get federal or court approval to...More >>
New technology saves TWRA money in trapping hogs
New technology saves TWRA money in trapping hogs
How many wildlife agents does it take to catch a wild hog? One, under a new remote system in use by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.More >>
How many wildlife agents does it take to catch a wild hog? One, under a new remote system in use by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.More >>
Scam artists promise free or low cost medical alert systems
Scam artists promise free or low cost medical alert systems
Tennessee officials are warning seniors to beware of scam phone calls promising them free or low cost medical alert systems.More >>
Tennessee officials are warning seniors to beware of scam phone calls promising them free or low cost medical alert systems.More >>
Murdered woman's family frustrated at justice system, worried about safety
Murdered woman's family frustrated at justice system, worried about safety
The family of a Roane County woman who was shot to death in 2011 says they feel like they have hit another roadblock in the path to justice.More >>
The family of a Roane County woman who was shot to death in 2011 says they feel like they have hit another roadblock in the path to justice.More >>
Large Knox County home burns while owners are out of town
Large Knox County home burns while owners are out of town
Firefighters found flames shooting through the roof of a home at 10817 Westland Drive around 12:30 a.m. Crews say 50% of the home was on fire.More >>
Firefighters found flames shooting through the roof of a home at 10817 Westland Drive around 12:30 a.m. Crews say 50% of the home was on fire.More >>
Men arrested for soliciting prostitutes receive trial dates
Men arrested for soliciting prostitutes receive trial dates
Two men arrested in an online prostitution sting will be back in court later this summer.More >>
Two men arrested in an online prostitution sting will be back in court later this summer.More >>
Elderly Morgan County man's death investigated as homicide
Elderly Morgan County man's death investigated as homicide
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation agents are investigating the death of an elderly man who was found dead inside his Morgan County home.More >>
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation agents are investigating the death of an elderly man who was found dead inside his Morgan County home.More >>
Roane County campground hit hard by storms
Roane County campground hit hard by storms
A campground in Kingston was hit hard by storms Sunday. People there say it's a miracle no one was hurt.More >>
A campground in Kingston was hit hard by storms Sunday. People there say it's a miracle no one was hurt.More >>
Search continues for suspect in Knoxville nightclub shooting
Search continues for suspect in Knoxville nightclub shooting
Knoxville police are looking for a suspect in a shooting early Saturday at a Knoxville nightclub that resulted in two people injured.More >>
Knoxville police are looking for a suspect in a shooting early Saturday at a Knoxville nightclub that resulted in two people injured.More >>
Harriman graveyard in disrepair; city leaders took to help
Harriman graveyard in disrepair; city leaders took to help
Several residents and officials in the city of Harriman are looking to improve parts of the Harriman Cemetery.More >>
Several residents and officials in the city of Harriman are looking to improve parts of the Harriman Cemetery.More >>
Driver dies after hitting Western Ave. building
Driver dies after hitting Western Ave. building
A 23-year-old woman died early Saturday morning after she crashed into a Western Avenue building, according to the Knoxville Police Department.More >>
A 23-year-old woman died early Saturday morning after she crashed into a Western Avenue building, according to the Knoxville Police Department.More >>
Suspect in flight bomb threat scheduled for court appearance
Suspect in flight bomb threat scheduled for court appearance
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 car dealerships damaged by high winds
Knoxville car dealerships damaged by high winds
Crews are cleaning up at two North Knoxville car dealerships after high winds damaged cars and buildings Sunday night.More >>
Crews are cleaning up at two North Knoxville car dealerships after high winds damaged cars and buildings Sunday night.More >>
Traps set to catch second bear roaming Knoxville
Traps set to catch second bear roaming Knoxville
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 >>
Police roundup nets 29 arrests on drug charges in Harlan County
Police roundup nets 29 arrests on drug charges in Harlan County
Kentucky State Police troopers arrested 29 people Monday on drug charges stemming from a year-long investigation.More >>
Kentucky State Police troopers arrested 29 people Monday on drug charges stemming from a year-long investigation.More >>
Beshear: Kentucky congressional redistricting may be redone
Beshear: Kentucky congressional redistricting may be redone
Gov. Steve Beshear says congressional redistricting completed last year may have to be redone in an upcoming special legislative session.More >>
Gov. Steve Beshear says congressional redistricting completed last year may have to be redone in an upcoming special legislative session.More >>
Knoxville police officer revives man who nearly drowned
Knoxville police officer revives man who nearly drowned
It appears quick thinking by a Knoxville police officer may have saved the life of a West Knoxville man Saturday night.More >>
It appears quick thinking by a Knoxville police officer may have saved the life of a West Knoxville man Saturday night.More >>
Roane County murder suspect Shawn Smoot gets new lawyer
Roane County murder suspect Shawn Smoot gets new lawyer
A former Knoxville insurance agent accused of killing a Roane County woman was given a new attorney Monday to represent him.More >>
A former Knoxville insurance agent accused of killing a Roane County woman was given a new attorney Monday to represent him.More >>
Knoxville man faces extradition for murder; claims innocence
Knoxville man faces extradition for murder; claims innocence
A former U.S. Marine facing extradition to the Philippines on double murder charges says he is innocent.More >>
A former U.S. Marine facing extradition to the Philippines on double murder charges says he is innocent.More >>
Knox kids explore world of science, technology, engineering, math
Knox kids explore world of science, technology, engineering, math
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 >>
Tennessee officials hope to lure Fiat-Chrysler to state
Tennessee officials hope to lure Fiat-Chrysler to state
State officials are making the case to Fiat head Sergio Marchionne to select Tennessee for the Italian automaker's joint headquarters with Chrysler Group LLC.More >>
State officials are making the case to Fiat head Sergio Marchionne to select Tennessee for the Italian automaker's joint headquarters with Chrysler Group LLC.More >>
Agriculture officials on watch for aggressive bees in Tennessee
Agriculture officials on watch for aggressive bees in Tennessee
The migration of Africanized bees into Tennessee has state agriculture officials and beekeepers on alert.More >>
The migration of Africanized bees into Tennessee has state agriculture officials and beekeepers on alert.More >>
Kentucky judge to decide same-sex privilege issue
Kentucky judge to decide same-sex privilege issue
A Kentucky judge is weighing whether a same-sex couple qualifies for the privilege of not testifying against a spouse in a slaying case in Louisville.More >>
A Kentucky judge is weighing whether a same-sex couple qualifies for the privilege of not testifying against a spouse in a slaying case in Louisville.More >>
Kentucky middle school sports may fall under regulations
Kentucky middle school sports may fall under regulations
Kentucky lawmakers are reviewing a proposal that would place middle school athletics under the purview of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association.More >>
Kentucky lawmakers are reviewing a proposal that would place middle school athletics under the purview of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association.More >>
Tennessee labor chief says closing job centers will make job searches easier
Tennessee labor chief says closing job centers will make job searches easier
The state labor chief says cutting services at state jobless service centers shouldn't make it harder for out-of-work Tennesseans to find jobs.More >>
The state labor chief says cutting services at state jobless service centers shouldn't make it harder for out-of-work Tennesseans to find jobs.More >>
Frugalissa shares food, product deals
Frugalissa shares food, product deals
Melissa Cox shared a variety of low cost deals Monday on Good Morning Tennessee.More >>
Melissa Cox shared a variety of low cost deals Monday on Good Morning Tennessee.More >>
Roane County residents help W.V. flooding victims
Roane County residents help W.V. flooding victims
Residents of Roane County are doing what they can to help people living in a flood-ravaged area in West Virginia because of a connection they feel for that area.More >>
Residents of Roane County are doing what they can to help people living in a flood-ravaged area in West Virginia because of a connection they feel for that area.More >>
Nissan plant worker killed in auto assembly area
Nissan plant worker killed in auto assembly area
A maintenance technician has been killed at the Nissan auto assembly plant in Smyrna.More >>
A maintenance technician has been killed at the Nissan auto assembly plant in Smyrna.More >>
ETSU scholars get $2.2M for drug abuse prevention
ETSU scholars get $2.2M for drug abuse prevention
East Tennessee State University has received a more-than-$2.2 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse to launch a research program aimed at battling prescription drug abuse.More >>
East Tennessee State University has received a more-than-$2.2 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse to launch a research program aimed at battling prescription drug abuse.More >>
Call center company expanding in Bristol
Call center company expanding in Bristol
State officials say that call center company U.S. Solutions Group Inc. is expanding its operations in Bristol, adding 128 jobs in the process.More >>
State officials say that call center company U.S. Solutions Group Inc. is expanding its operations in Bristol, adding 128 jobs in the process.More >>
Mayor to attend ceremony in southeast Nashville
Mayor to attend ceremony in southeast Nashville
Mayor Karl Dean will participate in a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday for an expanded library, regional community center and park space at the city's new mixed-use complex in southeast Nashville.More >>
Mayor Karl Dean will participate in a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday for an expanded library, regional community center and park space at the city's new mixed-use complex in southeast Nashville.More >>
Tenn. compressed gas cylinders recalled
Tenn. compressed gas cylinders recalled
The U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration has issued an emergency recall of compressed gas cylinders commonly used for propane stoves and other propane-fueled equipment.More >>
The U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration has issued an emergency recall of compressed gas cylinders commonly used for propane stoves and other propane-fueled equipment.More >>
Suspect arrested after shopping center stabbing in North Knoxville
Suspect arrested after shopping center stabbing in North Knoxville
One man is in cu study and another is facing charges after an argument leads to a stabbing in North Knoxville.More >>
One man is in custody and another is facing charges after an argument leads to a stabbing in North Knoxville.More >>
Two East Tennessee tornadoes confirmed from Thursday's storms
Two East Tennessee tornadoes confirmed from Thursday's storms
A second East Tennessee twister has been confirmed as a result of Thursday's severe weather.More >>
A second East Tennessee twister has been confirmed as a result of Thursday's severe weather.More >>
Man wanted in Tenn. shooting surrenders
Man wanted in Tenn. shooting surrenders
Authorities say a man accused of shooting his girlfriend and her three teenage daughters in a neighborhood near Nashville has surrendered to officials in Memphis.More >>
Authorities say a man accused of shooting his girlfriend and her three teenage daughters in a neighborhood near Nashville has surrendered to officials in Memphis.More >>
Cumberland University soccer coach killed in accident
Cumberland University soccer coach killed in accident
Police say the assistant women's soccer coach at a local university was killed in a crash on Interstate 24 in Nashville.More >>
Police say the assistant women's soccer coach at a Tennessee university was killed in a crash on Interstate 24 in Nashville.More >>
TWRA saturation detail leads to BUI arrests and other citations
TWRA saturation detail leads to BUI arrests and other citations
If you were on Fort Loudoun Lake you many have noticed an increase amount of law enforcement on the water. More >>
If you were on Fort Loudoun Lake you many have noticed an increase amount of law enforcement on the water. More >>
Rogue Knoxville bear caught near Sutherland Avenue
Rogue Knoxville bear caught near Sutherland Avenue
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency caught a rogue black bear Saturday afternoon after a nearly 2-day search.More >>
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency caught a rogue black bear Saturday afternoon after a nearly 2-day search.More >>
Graduation day for 180 students at Knoxville's South College
Graduation day for 180 students at Knoxville's South College
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 >>
Officials arrest 3 for promoting manufacture of meth
Officials arrest 3 for promoting manufacture of meth
Three men in Blount County have been arrested for promoting the manufacture of meth, according to the Blount County Sheriff's Office.More >>
Three men in Blount County have been arrested for promoting the manufacture of meth, according to the Blount County Sheriff's Office.More >>
Man taken to hospital after near-drowning
Man taken to hospital after near-drowning
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 >>
Web site created for alleged Pilot rebate scam
Web site created for alleged Pilot rebate scam
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 >>
Complaint filed over produce practices
Complaint filed over produce practices
An organic farm in Tennessee says it is no longer buying produce from famers in southern Kentucky who use pesticides on their produce.More >>
An organic farm in Tennessee says it is no longer buying produce from famers in southern Kentucky who use pesticides on their produce.More >>
Authorities investigate deadly Knoxville wreck
Authorities investigate deadly Knoxville wreck
Police are investigating a deadly wreck in Knox County on Saturday.More >>
Police are investigating a deadly wreck in Knox County on Saturday.More >>
1 killed, 2 injured in Hamblen County wreck
1 killed, 2 injured in Hamblen County wreck
Police are investigating a wreck that left one person dead and injured two others on Friday night in Hamblen County.More >>
Police are investigating a wreck that left one person dead and injured two others on Friday night in Hamblen County.More >>
2 injured in overnight shooting at Knoxville bar
2 injured in overnight shooting at Knoxville bar
Two people were sent to the hospital Saturday after an overnight shooting at a Knoxville bar.More >>
Two people were sent to the hospital Saturday after an overnight shooting at a Knoxville bar.More >>
New Pigeon Forge park causing problems for neighbors
New Pigeon Forge park causing problems for neighbors
A new park in Pigeon Forge is causing some families to put their homes up for sale. They say the park has caused their quality of life to go down.More >>
A new park in Pigeon Forge is causing some families to put their homes up for sale. They say the park has caused their quality of life to go down.More >>
Smokies officials rescue hiker trapped under fallen tree
Smokies officials rescue hiker trapped under fallen tree
A Blackhawk helicopter rescued a 53-year-old hiker on Friday night after a tree fell on him Thursday, trapping him overnight in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.More >>
A Blackhawk helicopter rescued a 53-year-old hiker on Friday night after a tree fell on him Thursday, trapping him overnight in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.More >>
TBI declines Christian-Newsom access to Baumgartner files
TBI declines Christian-Newsom access to Baumgartner files
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 >>
Blount County shooting sends 1 to the hospital
Blount County shooting sends 1 to the hospital
A shooting sent in Blount County sent one person to the hospital on Friday.More >>
A shooting sent in Blount County sent one person to the hospital on Friday.More >>
EF-1 tornado confirmed in Sevier County
EF-1 tornado confirmed in Sevier County
A National Weather Service crew confirmed Friday afternoon that an EF-1 tornado touched down in Sevier County Thursday.More >>
A National Weather Service crew confirmed Friday afternoon that an EF-1 tornado touched down in Sevier County Thursday.More >>
Man found face down in Little River; airlifted to UT Medical Center
Man found face down in Little River; airlifted to UT Medical Center
UT Lifestar airlifted a man from the Little River on Friday afternoon.More >>
UT Lifestar airlifted a man from the Little River on Friday afternoon.More >>
Serial burglar caught on camera stealing ATM from gas station
Serial burglar caught on camera stealing ATM from gas station
Knox County deputies are looking for the suspect or suspects in a series of thefts involving stolen cars and at least one ATM machine.More >>
Knox County deputies are looking for the suspect or suspects in a series of thefts involving stolen cars and at least one ATM machine.More >>
Tennessee official warns against air condition scams
Tennessee official warns against air condition scams
The director of Tennessee's Division of Consumer Affairs is asking residents to beware of air condition repair-scam artists this summer.More >>
The director of Tennessee's Division of Consumer Affairs is asking residents to beware of air condition repair-scam artists this summer.More >>
The Island at Pigeon Forge prepares for opening day
The Island at Pigeon Forge prepares for opening day
The Island at Pigeon Forge is nearing its opening day on June 21 and 6 News was given the chance to take a sneak peek inside.More >>
The Island at Pigeon Forge is nearing its opening day on June 21 and 6 News was given the chance to take a sneak peek inside.More >>
Tellico Plains spring owners ahead of the curve on bottled water
Tellico Plains spring owners ahead of the curve on bottled water
In Tellico Plains, you can find some real, pure, local water that you can enjoy every day.More >>
In Tellico Plains, you can find some real, pure, local water that you can enjoy every day.More >>
Reward offered in theft of parts from Kodak auto dealer
Reward offered in theft of parts from Kodak auto dealer
A Sevierville car dealership is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspects who stole dozens of car parts from their lot.More >>
A Sevierville car dealership is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspects who stole dozens of car parts from their lot.More >>
TDOT plans for I-24 would improve traffic flow in Chattanooga
TDOT plans for I-24 would improve traffic flow in Chattanooga
A $40 million reconfiguring of Interstate 24 exits in Chattanooga is expected to improve traffic flow and gain better access to the south side of the city.More >>
A $40 million reconfiguring of Interstate 24 exits in Chattanooga is expected to improve traffic flow and gain better access to the south side of the city.More >>
Mother-daughter team arrested for soliciting money for local school
Mother-daughter team arrested for soliciting money for local school
A Campbell County mother and daughter were arrested Thursday for asking for donations for a local school, but pocketing the money instead.More >>
A Campbell County mother and daughter were arrested Thursday for asking for donations for a local school, but pocketing the money instead.More >>
Smokies trails, campgrounds closed in the wake of severe storms
Smokies trails, campgrounds closed in the wake of severe storms
Several trails and campgrounds on the eastern part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are now closed after a storm with strong winds and heavy rains tore through the park Thursday.More >>
Several trails and campgrounds on the eastern part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are now closed after a storm with strong winds and heavy rains tore through the park Thursday.More >>
Jack Johnson to fill in for Mumford & Sons at Bonnaroo
Jack Johnson to fill in for Mumford & Sons at Bonnaroo
Mumford & Sons has canceled its headlining performance at Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Tennessee.More >>
Mumford & Sons has canceled its headlining performance at Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Tennessee.More >>
Possible tornado causes damage near Cocke-Sevier county line
Possible tornado causes damage near Cocke-Sevier county line
Torrential rain, lightning, and high winds caused damage to homes and trees Thursday near the Cocke-Sevier county line.More >>
Torrential rain, lightning, and high winds caused damage to homes and trees Thursday near the Cocke-Sevier county line.More >>
Pedestrian struck by vehicle while crossing North Knoxville street
Pedestrian struck by vehicle while crossing North Knoxville street
A pedestrian was injured Thursday while walking across North Broadway near McCroskey Avenue shortly before 9:30 p.m.More >>
A pedestrian was injured Thursday while walking across North Broadway near McCroskey Avenue shortly before 9:30 p.m.More >>
Average Kentucky smoker spends $2K on cigarettes
Average Kentucky smoker spends $2K on cigarettes
Kentucky's health commissioner says the typical smoker in Kentucky spent $2,237 to buy 468 packs of cigarettes last year.More >>
Kentucky's health commissioner says the typical smoker in Kentucky spent $2,237 to buy 468 packs of cigarettes last year.More >>
Severe storms cause minor damage in portions of East Tennessee
Severe storms cause minor damage in portions of East Tennessee
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 >>
Nashville road congestion doubles over past 30 years report says
Nashville road congestion doubles over past 30 years report says
Updated: Thursday, June 13 2013 11:34 PM EDT2013-06-14 03:34:08 GMT
Road congestion in Nashville has nearly doubled over the last three decades according to the 2012 Urban Mobility Report issued by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute.More >>
Road congestion in Nashville has nearly doubled over the last three decades according to the 2012 Urban Mobility Report issued by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute.More >>
TDOT closes 2 bridges in Claiborne County
TDOT closes 2 bridges in Claiborne County
The Tennessee Department of Transportation closed two bridges in Claiborne County after inspections.More >>
The Tennessee Department of Transportation closed two bridges in Claiborne County after inspections.More >>
Walters State Community College joins rising trend in schools dropping federal loans
Walters State Community College joins rising trend in schools dropping federal loans
As of June 14, Walters State Community College students will no longer have access to the William D. Ford Direct Stafford Loan Program.More >>
As of June 14, Walters State Community College students will no longer have access to the William D. Ford Direct Stafford Loan Program.More >>
THP looking for man who got away in pursuit
THP looking for man who got away in pursuit
David Smith (Source: Tennessee Highway Patrol)
The Tennessee Highway Patrol says a man got away from them on Sunday.More >>
The Tennessee Highway Patrol says a man got away from them on Sunday.More >>
Robber takes $200, cigarettes from Athens convenience store
Robber takes $200, cigarettes from Athens convenience store
A robber stole money and cigarettes on Saturday from an Athens convenience store.More >>
A robber stole money and cigarettes on Saturday from an Athens convenience store.More >>
Two Knoxville restaurants fail health inspections
Two Knoxville restaurants fail health inspections
Two popular family-style restaurants scored failing health inspection grades.More >>
Two popular family-style restaurants scored failing health inspection grades.More >>
EPA investigators look into clean-up at Vonore business
EPA investigators look into clean-up at Vonore business
Federal agents were at a Monroe County business Thursday executing a search warrant after a weekend fire.More >>
Federal agents were at a Monroe County business Thursday executing a search warrant after a weekend fire.More >>
United Methodist Church welcomes scouts displaced by Southern Baptists
United Methodist Church welcomes scouts displaced by Southern Baptists
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 >>
Dispute over two 1920s buildings in downtown Knoxville pits preservationists against church
Dispute over two 1920s buildings in downtown Knoxville pits preservationists against church
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 >>
2 killed, several injured in crash along I-24E in Rutherford County
2 killed, several injured in crash along I-24E in Rutherford County
Two lanes are open following a deadly crash along I-24 east in Rutherford County Thursday. Traffic is expected to be heavy as thousands travel to Bonnaroo.More >>
Two lanes are open following a deadly crash along I-24 east in Rutherford County Thursday. Traffic is expected to be heavy as thousands travel to Bonnaroo.More >>
Knoxville man arrested for statutory rape, battery
Knoxville man arrested for statutory rape, battery
A Knoxville man was arrested early Thursday morning and is now facing several charges, including statutory rape and sexual battery.More >>
A Knoxville man was arrested early Thursday morning and is now facing several charges, including statutory rape and sexual battery.More >>
Teen volunteers pitch in at East Tennessee Children's Hospital
Teen volunteers pitch in at East Tennessee Children's Hospital
For the next two months, East Tennessee Children's Hospital will host hundreds of teenagers from around the region.More >>
For the next two months, East Tennessee Children's Hospital will host hundreds of teenagers from around the region.More >>
Maryville family's dog viciously beaten and killed
Maryville family's dog viciously beaten and killed
A Maryville family is searching for answers after their family dog was viciously beaten and killed.More >>
A Maryville family is searching for answers after their family dog was viciously beaten and killed.More >>
2 Calif. men visiting for Bonnaroo arrested with drugs in Nashville
2 Calif. men visiting for Bonnaroo arrested with drugs in Nashville
Two California men in town for the Bonnaroo music festival were arrested after an employee called police because she smelled marijuana coming from their hotel room.More >>
Two California men in town for the Bonnaroo music festival were arrested after an employee called police because she smelled marijuana coming from their hotel room.More >>
Fireworks a go for Fourth of July in Athens
Fireworks a go for Fourth of July in Athens
An outpouring of support from the community means fireworks will once again shine bright over Athens this Independence Day.More >>
An outpouring of support from the community means fireworks will once again shine bright over Athens this Independence Day.More >>
Knoxville man shoots wife accidentally
Knoxville man shoots wife accidentally
An accidental shooting in Knoxville sent one person to the hospital early Thursday morning.More >>
An accidental shooting in Knoxville sent one person to the hospital early Thursday morning.More >>
Mosquito spraying to start in South Knoxville
Mosquito spraying to start in South Knoxville
Knox County health officials will begin spraying for mosquitos in South Knoxville this week to combat the West Nile Virus.More >>
Knox County health officials will begin spraying for mosquitos in South Knoxville this week to combat the West Nile Virus.More >>
Tennessee board adds new rules for compounding pharmacies
Tennessee board adds new rules for compounding pharmacies
The Tennessee Board of Pharmacy says it has adopted new regulations for compounding pharmacies licensed by the state following recent outbreaks of illnesses.More >>
The Tennessee Board of Pharmacy says it has adopted new regulations for compounding pharmacies licensed by the state following recent outbreaks of illnesses.More >>
THP says never leave child alone in a vehicle
THP says never leave child alone in a vehicle
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is cautioning parents to never leave a child unattended in a car.More >>
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is cautioning parents to never leave a child unattended in a car.More >>
2 Tennessee Walking Horses missing from Big South Fork National Park
2 Tennessee Walking Horses missing from Big South Fork National Park
There's a massive search underway for two Tennessee Walking Horses that disappeared in the 125,000 acre Big South Fork National Park on Saturday.More >>
There's a massive search underway for two Tennessee Walking Horses that disappeared in the 125,000 acre Big South Fork National Park on Saturday.More >>
Scott County corrections officer fired for shooting woman's dog
Scott County corrections officer fired for shooting woman's dog
A Scott County deputy was fired for shooting a citizen's dog and attempting to hide the animal's body.More >>
A Scott County corrections officer was fired for shooting a citizen's dog and attempting to hide the animal's body.More >>
Suspect caught on tape stealing 4 air conditioner units from Oak Ridge church
Suspect caught on tape stealing 4 air conditioner units from Oak Ridge church
There is no relief from the heat for an Anderson County church members after someone stole their air conditioning units for the second time.More >>
There is no relief from the heat for an Anderson County church members after someone stole their air conditioning units for the second time.More >>
Knoxville man shot after dispute with neighbor
Knoxville man shot after dispute with neighbor
A dispute between neighbors led to a shooting Wednesday afternoon in South Knox County.More >>
A dispute between neighbors led to a shooting Wednesday afternoon in South Knox County.More >>
Knox church extends welcome to Boy Scouts after SBC controversy
Knox church extends welcome to Boy Scouts after SBC controversy
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 >>
Judge rules in favor of Occupy Nashville members
Judge rules in favor of Occupy Nashville members
A federal judge has ruled in favor of members of the Occupy Nashville movement who claimed their free speech rights were violated when they were arrested while protesting in 2011 on War Memorial Plaza.More >>
A federal judge has ruled in favor of members of the Occupy Nashville movement who claimed their free speech rights were violated when they were arrested while protesting in 2011 on War Memorial Plaza.More >>
Gates open Wednesday for Bonnaroo music festival
Gates open Wednesday for Bonnaroo music festival
Get your tie-dye and patchouli ready. The Bonnaroo music festival opens its gates Wednesday night.More >>
Get your tie-dye and patchouli ready. The Bonnaroo music festival opens its gates Wednesday night.More >>
Burns Phillips named new state labor commissioner
Burns Phillips named new state labor commissioner
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam has named Burns Phillips the new commissioner of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development.More >>
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam has named Burns Phillips the new commissioner of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development.More >>
2 plead guilty to bribing voters in Tellico Plains mayoral election
2 plead guilty to bribing voters in Tellico Plains mayoral election
Two men in Monroe County have admitted to bribing voters during a 2011 election.More >>
Two men in Monroe County have admitted to bribing voters during a 2011 election.More >>
TWRA offers boating safety tips after water accidents
TWRA offers boating safety tips after water accidents
Tennessee wildlife officials are spreading the word about staying safe on the water this summer.More >>
Tennessee wildlife officials are spreading the word about staying safe on the water this summer.More >>
Descendants, homeowners association in dispute over historic cemetery
Descendants, homeowners association in dispute over historic cemetery
Descendants of the Click and McLemore families in Monroe county are fighting to gain access to a family cemetery that dates back to the 1840s.
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Descendants of the Click and McLemore families in Monroe county are fighting to gain access to a family cemetery that dates back to the 1840s.
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Roane County teacher faces charges after paying man to mow yard of meth house
Roane County teacher faces charges after paying man to mow yard of meth house
A Roane County woman is facing criminal charges after having someone mow the lawn of her home, which authorities have labeled a meth house.More >>
A Roane County woman is facing criminal charges after having someone mow the lawn of her home, which authorities have labeled a meth house.More >>
As temperatures rise, Knoxvillians try to beat the heat
As temperatures rise, Knoxvillians try to beat the heat
Temperatures shot up into the low 90s Wednesday, making it the hottest day of the year so far.More >>
Temperatures shot up into the low 90s Wednesday, making it the hottest day of the year so far.More >>
Officials explore options for Nashville congestion
Officials explore options for Nashville congestion
A national traffic study shows congestion in Nashville has nearly doubled over the last three decades.More >>
A national traffic study shows congestion in Nashville has nearly doubled over the last three decades.More >>
Man on jet ski dies at Knoxville park
Man on jet ski dies at Knoxville park
A man was taken to the hospital Tuesday evening following an incident involving a jet ski on Fort Loudon Lake.More >>
A man was taken to the hospital Tuesday evening following an incident involving a jet ski on Fort Loudon Lake.More >>
AAA study uncovers new findings about distracted driving
AAA study uncovers new findings about distracted driving
A new AAA study reveals hands-free may not mean distraction free.More >>
A new AAA study reveals hands-free may not mean distraction free.More >>
Wildlife commission tweaks bear hunt rules
Wildlife commission tweaks bear hunt rules
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission has tweaked changes to the bear hunting season.More >>
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission has tweaked changes to the bear hunting season.More >>
Alabama coach Nick Saban draws huge crowd in Athens
Alabama coach Nick Saban draws huge crowd in Athens
Alabama football coach Nick Saban traveled into Vol Country Tuesday for a benefit speaking engagement in Athens.More >>
Alabama football coach Nick Saban traveled into Vol Country Tuesday for a benefit speaking engagement in Athens. The coach spoke in a tent filled with UT and Alabama fans about leadership and motivation, making the night about more than football.More >>
Pets killed, tenants forced from homes after apartment fire
Pets killed, tenants forced from homes after apartment fire
At least ten people were forced from their homes Tuesday evening by an apartment fireMore >>
At least ten people were forced from their homes Tuesday evening by an apartment fire. The flames broke out at Riverside Manor on Manor Way in Louisville around 7:30 p.m.More >>
World's Fair Park vandalism costs Knoxville thousands
World's Fair Park vandalism costs Knoxville thousands
One of the most visited parts of Knoxville is World's Fair Park, but recent vandalism has taken away from the park's beauty.More >>
One of the most visited parts of Knoxville is World's Fair Park, but recent vandalism has taken away from the park's beauty.More >>
Blount County wheel tax proposal voted down
Blount County wheel tax proposal voted down
Blount County citizens took to the polls Tuesday for a special referendum and voted down a proposed $35 wheel tax.More >>
Blount County citizens took to the polls Tuesday for a special referendum and voted down a proposed $35 wheel tax.More >>
May revenues $31.5M more than state budgeted
May revenues $31.5M more than state budgeted
State Finance Commissioner Larry Martin says overall May revenues were $31.5 million more than the state budgeted.More >>
State Finance Commissioner Larry Martin says overall May revenues were $31.5 million more than the state budgeted.More >>
Recent shootings leave Mechanicsville residents worried crime will return to bad old days
Recent shootings leave Mechanicsville residents worried crime will return to bad old days
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 >>
Lawmakers and law enforcement meet to find with new ways to stop meth
Lawmakers and law enforcement meet to find with new ways to stop meth
Tennessee is the number one state in the country for meth. Now lawmakers and law enforcement from across East Tennessee are coming together to find a new and improved way to combat the problem.More >>
Tennessee is the number one state in the country for meth. Now lawmakers and law enforcement from across East Tennessee are coming together to find a new and improved way to combat the problem.More >>
Dept. of Ag under secretary visits with Sarah Moore Greene Elementary students
Dept. of Ag under secretary visits with Sarah Moore Greene Elementary students
Children in the summer meals program at Sarah Moore Greene Elementary had lunch with a special visitor Tuesday.More >>
Children in the summer meals program at Sarah Moore Greene Elementary had lunch with a special visitor Tuesday.More >>
Local group surprises mother of four with cancer with long-awaited computer
Local group surprises mother of four with cancer with long-awaited computer
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 >>
Interpreters ease the concerns of non-English speaking families at Children's Hospital
Interpreters ease the concerns of non-English speaking families at Children's Hospital
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 >>
Man arrested for shooting at car he thought was kidnapper's
Man arrested for shooting at car he thought was kidnapper's
A Campbell County man who tried to take the law into his own hands ended up in handcuffs Tuesday.More >>
A Campbell County man who tried to take the law into his own hands ended up in handcuffs Tuesday.More >>
The Island in Pigeon Forge to open first shops June 21
The Island in Pigeon Forge to open first shops June 21
After years of delays, a development project in Pigeon Forge is finally about to open.More >>
After years of delays, a development project in Pigeon Forge is finally about to open.More >>
Two charged for breaking into more than 20 cars in Knoxville apartment complexes
Two charged for breaking into more than 20 cars in Knoxville apartment complexes
Two people have been charged in a rash of car break-ins at apartment complexes in Knoxville.More >>
Two people have been charged in a rash of car break-ins at apartment complexes in Knoxville.More >>
UT football scores low on NCAA's Academic Progress Rate
UT football scores low on NCAA's Academic Progress Rate
The University of Tennessee football program received a passing score from the NCAA on academics, but that may not be the case going forward.More >>
The University of Tennessee football program received a passing score from the NCAA on academics, but that may not be the case going forward.More >>
Athens works to raise money to revive 4th of July fireworks show
Athens works to raise money to revive 4th of July fireworks show
Officials with the City of Athens are working hard to bring back the popular Fourth of July fireworks display this year.More >>
Officials with the City of Athens are working hard to bring back the popular Fourth of July fireworks display this year.More >>
Judge derails state worker layoffs
Judge derails state worker layoffs
A Davidson County judge has issued an order, preventing state government from laying off more than 200 workers this month.More >>
A Davidson County judge has issued an order, preventing state government from laying off more than 200 workers this month.More >>
Two arrested for soliciting prostitute on backpage.com
Two arrested for soliciting prostitute on backpage.com
Two East Tennessee men are the latest to be caught soliciting a prostitute through the website backpage.com.More >>
Two East Tennessee men are the latest to be caught soliciting a prostitute through the website backpage.com.More >>
1 killed, 5 injured when dump truck overturns onto van in Blount County
1 killed, 5 injured when dump truck overturns onto van in Blount County
One person died Monday night when a dump truck carrying concrete ash overturned onto a van in Blount County. Five others were injured.More >>
One person died Monday night when a dump truck carrying concrete ash overturned onto a van in Blount County. Five others were injured.More >>
Downed tree knocks out power in Karns area
Downed tree knocks out power in Karns area
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 >>
Knox County man wants driver charged for hitting him on his bicycle
Knox County man wants driver charged for hitting him on his bicycle
A Knox County man says a driver hit him while he was cycling in Farragut. He wants the person to be held responsible for almost killing him.More >>
A Knox County man says a driver hit him while he was cycling in Farragut. He wants the person to be held responsible for almost killing him.More >>
Kentucky roadway fatalities down from a year ago
Kentucky roadway fatalities down from a year ago
Kentucky State Police say the statewide highway death toll is down from a year ago.More >>
Kentucky State Police say the statewide highway death toll is down from a year ago.More >>
Monroe County soldier comes home after 7th tour of duty
Monroe County soldier comes home after 7th tour of duty
A Monroe County soldier came home Monday after his seventh tour of duty. More >>
A Monroe County soldier came home Monday after his seventh tour of duty.More >>
Blount County voters decide on wheel tax on Tuesday
Blount County voters decide on wheel tax on Tuesday
Blount County voters will vote on a proposed wheel tax on Tuesday.More >>
Blount County voters will vote on a proposed wheel tax on Tuesday.More >>
State warns elderly, disabled people about automated phone scam
State warns elderly, disabled people about automated phone scam
Updated: Monday, June 10 2013 11:16 PM EDT2013-06-11 03:16:47 GMT
The scam involves a recorded phone call promising free or low cost personal emergency or medical alert systems.More >>
The scam involves a recorded phone call promising free or low cost personal emergency or medical alert systems.More >>
3 former officers take plea deals; dashcam video released in excessive force case
3 former officers take plea deals; dashcam video released in excessive force case
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 >>
Knoxville leaders look for public input on Lakeshore park plans
Knoxville leaders look for public input on Lakeshore park plans
Knoxville city leaders held a public meeting Monday evening at Sacred Heart Cathedral to discuss plans on the future of Lakeshore Park.More >>
Knoxville city leaders held a public meeting Monday evening at Sacred Heart Cathedral to discuss plans on the future of Lakeshore Park.More >>
Deputies find marijuana growing operation in West Knox County home
Deputies find marijuana growing operation in West Knox County home
Knox County deputies say they busted a marijuana growing operation inside a house.More >>
Knox County deputies say they busted a marijuana growing operation inside a house.More >>
Car crashes into business in East Knoxville
Car crashes into business in East Knoxville
One person was hospitalized in East Knoxville Monday morning after a car plunged into the front of a local business.More >>
One person was hospitalized in East Knoxville Monday morning after a car plunged into the front of a local business.More >>
Second Harvest Food Bank asks for help as summer stores dwindle
Second Harvest Food Bank asks for help as summer stores dwindle
Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee, once again, needs help to make sure East Tennessee youngsters don't go hungry during the hot summer days.More >>
Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee, once again, needs help to make sure East Tennessee youngsters don't go hungry during the hot summer days.More >>
Blount County deputies find child pornography at Maryville man's house
Blount County deputies find child pornography at Maryville man's house
A Blount County man was arrested after authorities found child pornography on his computer.More >>
A Blount County man was arrested after authorities found child pornography on his computer.More >>
After woman signs up for payday loan, lender starts withdrawing from bank account
After woman signs up for payday loan, lender starts withdrawing from bank account
A Morristown woman who found herself short of cash took out a payday loan last year, from an online loan company. Now she regrets her decision.More >>
A Morristown woman who found herself short of cash took out a payday loan last year, from an online loan company. Now she regrets her decision.More >>
Monroe County man indicted on two counts of child rape
Monroe County man indicted on two counts of child rape
A Monroe County man is facing two charges of child rape.More >>
A Monroe County man is facing two charges of child rape.More >>
State didn't apply for some grants to aid children
State didn't apply for some grants to aid children
A report by the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth finds the state didn't apply for some competitive grants that would have benefited programs.More >>
A report by the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth finds the state didn't apply for some competitive grants that would have benefited programs.More >>
Sevierville bank chain forced to close; branches reopen with First Tennessee name
Sevierville bank chain forced to close; branches reopen with First Tennessee name
A local bank chain based out of Sevierville that was abruptly shut down Friday reopened Monday under a whole new name.More >>
A local bank chain based out of Sevierville that was abruptly shut down Friday reopened Monday under a whole new name. Mountain National Bank had twelve branches in Sevier and Blount counties.More >>
Escaped inmate tracked down at Knox County gas station
Escaped inmate tracked down at Knox County gas station
An inmate that escaped a work detail in Bledsoe County was captured in Knox County Monday morning.More >>
An inmate that escaped a work detail in Bledsoe County was captured in Knox County Monday morning.More >>
Snake fungus found in Tennessee
Snake fungus found in Tennessee
Wildlife biologists say a fungal disease that affects snakes has spread to Tennessee.More >>
Wildlife biologists say a fungal disease that affects snakes has spread to Tennessee.More >>
Woman killed in East Knox County house fire identified
Woman killed in East Knox County house fire identified
The Knox County Sheriff's Office has released the identity of the woman who was killed last week in a house fire.More >>
The Knox County Sheriff's Office has released the identity of the woman who was killed last week in a house fire.More >>
Frugalissa finds summer bargains for kids
Frugalissa finds summer bargains for kids
If you are looking for ideas to keep your kids entertained this summer, Melissa Cox has some suggestions that are either cheap or free.More >>
If you are looking for ideas to keep your kids entertained this summer, Melissa Cox has some suggestions that are either cheap or free.More >>
Scott County man found dead, police suspect foul play
Scott County man found dead, police suspect foul play
Metro police are investigating a fatal shooting after the body of a Scott County man was found in rural Davidson County Saturday.More >>
Metro police are investigating a fatal shooting after the body of a Scott County man was found in rural Davidson County Saturday.More >>
Y-12 reevaluates security after woman drives through complex
Y-12 reevaluates security after woman drives through complex
Y-12 National Security Complex officials are reevaluating security procedures after an Oak Ridge woman was able to drive into the complex's main entrance.More >>
Y-12 National Security Complex officials are reevaluating security procedures after an Oak Ridge woman was able to drive into the complex's main entrance.More >>
Knoxville family of missing man fear the worst
Knoxville family of missing man fear the worst
The Greene County Sheriff's Office in Georgia says a 76-year-old man has been missing since Thursday.More >>
The Greene County Sheriff's Office in Georgia says a 76-year-old man has been missing since Thursday.More >>
Power outage affects about 7,000 around Fountain City and Broadway
Power outage affects about 7,000 around Fountain City and Broadway
A Knox County dispatcher says a transformer exploded near Fountain City and Broadway around noon Sunday.More >>
A Knox County dispatcher says a transformer exploded near Fountain City and Broadway around noon Sunday.More >>
House fire kills 4 in Carthage, more injured
House fire kills 4 in Carthage, more injured
A fire in a home in Carthage has killed four people and injured five others.More >>
A fire in a home in Carthage has killed four people and injured five others.More >>
Community rallies to save annual Athens July 4 fireworks show
Community rallies to save annual Athens July 4 fireworks show
It looks like the massive annual July 4 fireworks show in Athens is now back on, all thanks to donations from the community.More >>
It looks like the massive annual July 4 fireworks show in Athens is now back on, all thanks to donations from the community.More >>
Firefighters respond to bedroom fire; family, pet snakes safe
Firefighters respond to bedroom fire; family, pet snakes safe
Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish a house fire on Sunday afternoon.More >>
Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish a house fire on Sunday afternoon.More >>
5 fire departments, HAZMAT team respond to plant fire in Vonore
5 fire departments, HAZMAT team respond to plant fire in Vonore
Four fire departments and a HAZMAT team arrived at Protech in Vonore after reports of a fire on Sunday morning.More >>
Four fire departments and a HAZMAT team arrived at Protech in Vonore after reports of a fire on Sunday morning.More >>
UT seeks bids for fracking on its own land
UT seeks bids for fracking on its own land
The University of Tennessee is officially seeking bidders who want to drill natural gas wells on land it owns on the Cumberland Plateau.More >>
The University of Tennessee is officially seeking bidders who want to drill natural gas wells on land it owns on the Cumberland Plateau.More >>
Community holds fundraiser for family stricken by tragedy
Community holds fundraiser for family stricken by tragedy
A community is rushing to aid a family who lost two relatives earlier in the week in a car crash.More >>
A community is rushing to aid a family who lost two relatives earlier in the week in a car crash.More >>
Family of Mechanicsville shooting victim: "Uniqua didn't deserve what happened to her"
Family of Mechanicsville shooting victim: "Uniqua didn't deserve what happened to her"
The family of Uniqua Brown says the fatal drive-by shooting of Uniqua Brown, 21, was the result of revenge being taken out on the wrong person.More >>
The family of Uniqua Brown says the fatal drive-by shooting of Uniqua Brown, 21, was the result of revenge being taken out on the wrong person.More >>
Greene County woman killed in crash
Greene County woman killed in crash
A Greene County woman is dead after a car crash on Friday morning.More >>
A Greene County woman is dead after a car crash on Friday morning.More >>
FBI catches one suspect in Knox robbery, continues search for another
FBI catches one suspect in Knox robbery, continues search for another
A suspect in last month's robbery of a Knoxville bank has been caught by the FBI in Memphis.More >>
A suspect in last month's robbery of a Knoxville bank has been caught by the FBI in Memphis.More >>
Gun and magazine prices drop, but ammo still hard to find
Gun and magazine prices drop, but ammo still hard to find
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 >>
Police arrest two men in connection with Friday shooting
Police arrest two men in connection with Friday shooting
A young woman was shot and killed in an apparent drive-by shooting at a home in the Lonsdale community on Friday morning.More >>
A young woman was shot and killed in an apparent drive-by shooting at a home in the Lonsdale community on Friday morning.More >>
Man re-jailed hours after being released
Man re-jailed hours after being released
New Tazewell Police arrested a man suspected of robbing a Walmart jewelry counter less than two hours after the crime.More >>
New Tazewell Police arrested a man suspected of robbing a Walmart jewelry counter less than two hours after the crime.More >>
Butch Jones leads pep rally for Vol fans
Butch Jones leads pep rally for Vol fans
University of Tennessee football coach Butch Jones led a pep rally Friday night for Vol fans in Cleveland.More >>
University of Tennessee football coach Butch Jones led a pep rally Friday night for Vol fans in Cleveland.More >>
Sevier Co residents say only bridge into the neighborhood is deteriorating
Sevier Co residents say only bridge into the neighborhood is deteriorating
The one and only bridge into a Sevier County neighborhood is falling apart and residents say they've been complaining for years.More >>
The one and only bridge into a Sevier County neighborhood is falling apart and residents say they've been complaining for years.More >>
Mountain National Bank closed, to reopen as First Tennessee locations
Mountain National Bank closed, to reopen as First Tennessee locations
Mountain National Bank was closed Friday by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.More >>
Mountain National Bank was closed Friday by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.More >>
Haslam announces $10K reward in murder case
Haslam announces $10K reward in murder case
Gov. Bill Haslam has announced a $10,000 reward from the state for information that can help in the case of a man killed in Robertson County.More >>
Gov. Bill Haslam has announced a $10,000 reward from the state for information that can help in the case of a man killed in Robertson County.More >>
DCS would charge $35,000 to provide public records
DCS would charge $35,000 to provide public records
The state agency that oversees the welfare of Tennessee children is again at financial odds with news organizations seeking more information.More >>
The state agency that oversees the welfare of Tennessee children is again at financial odds with news organizations seeking more information.More >>
Funeral home removes crematorium from construction plans
Funeral home removes crematorium from construction plans
Plans to build a Loudon funeral home have been approved, but the crematory that had been part of the project has been taken out.More >>
Plans to build a Loudon funeral home have been approved, but the crematory that had been part of the project has been taken out.More >>
Woman accused of killing WWII vet during third DUI offense
Woman accused of killing WWII vet during third DUI offense
6 News has learned the driver blamed in a deadly wreck Thursday has a history of DUI arrests.More >>
6 News has learned the driver blamed in a deadly wreck Thursday has a history of DUI arrests.More >>
Experts explain your online privacy rights in light of spying scandal
Experts explain your online privacy rights in light of spying scandal
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 >>
FDA finds fungus in drugs from Tennessee pharmacy
FDA finds fungus in drugs from Tennessee pharmacy
Federal health officials say they have found bacteria and fungus in drug vials from a Tennessee specialty pharmacy that recalled all of its injectable medicines last month.More >>
Federal health officials say they have found bacteria and fungus in drug vials from a Tennessee specialty pharmacy that recalled all of its injectable medicines last month.More >>
Five people arrested in connection with local gang
Five people arrested in connection with local gang
Five alleged members of the Knoxville gang Athens Park Bloods have been arrested.More >>
Five alleged members of the Knoxville gang Athens Park Bloods have been arrested.More >>
Woman dies after firefighters pull her body out of East Knox County house fire
Woman dies after firefighters pull her body out of East Knox County house fire
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 >>
YMCA community garden nourishes the brains and bellies of local kids
YMCA community garden nourishes the brains and bellies of local kids
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 >>
Two men arrested in Maryville horse soring case
Two men arrested in Maryville horse soring case
Two more people have been charged in a Maryville horse soring case that left the animals barely able to walk.More >>
Two more people have been charged in a Maryville horse soring case that left the animals barely able to walk.More >>
Alcoa police looking for police impersonator
Alcoa police looking for police impersonator
Alcoa police are looking for a man that a witness said pulled her over and attempted to fine her for speeding.More >>
Alcoa police are looking for a man that a witness said pulled her over and attempted to fine her for speeding.More >>
Ky. medical helicopter crash kills 3 crew members
Ky. medical helicopter crash kills 3 crew members
A medical helicopter crashed in eastern Kentucky, killing all three crewmembers aboard.More >>
A medical helicopter crashed in eastern Kentucky, killing all three crewmembers aboard.More >>
Driver strikes woman twice in Taco Bell parking lot, flees scene
Driver strikes woman twice in Taco Bell parking lot, flees scene
A woman was taken to the hospital after a hit and run incident in North Knoxville.More >>
A woman was taken to the hospital after a hit and run incident in North Knoxville.More >>
Maryville man arrested in connection with First Tennessee bank robbery
Maryville man arrested in connection with First Tennessee bank robbery
A man was arrested Friday, just hours after he allegedly robbed a local bank.More >>
A man was arrested Friday, just hours after he allegedly robbed a local bank.More >>
DCS would charge $35,000 to provide public records
DCS would charge $35,000 to provide public records
The state agency that oversees the welfare of Tennessee children is again at financial odds with news organizations seeking more information.More >>
The state agency that oversees the welfare of Tennessee children is again at financial odds with news organizations seeking more information.More >>
Firefly fans flock to the Smokies for a synchronized show
Firefly fans flock to the Smokies for a synchronized show
Visitors from across the country are flocking to the Smokies this weekend to view the synchronized fireflies.More >>
Visitors from across the country are flocking to the Smokies this weekend to view the synchronized fireflies.More >>
Deputies find meth lab in Bulls Gap home in Hawkins County
Deputies find meth lab in Bulls Gap home in Hawkins County
Hawkins County deputies discovered a one-pot meth lab and meth making materials at a home in Bulls Gap.More >>
Hawkins County deputies discovered a one-pot meth lab and meth making materials at a home in Bulls Gap.More >>
Megabus to offer trips to Lexington, Ky
Megabus to offer trips to Lexington, Ky
East Tennessee travelers have a new option for traveling to Kentucky and beyond.More >>
East Tennessee travelers have a new option for traveling to Kentucky and beyond.More >>
Mom charged after leaving child with neighbor for 8 days
Mom charged after leaving child with neighbor for 8 days
East Tennessee authorities say a woman dropped off her child with a neighbor and didn't come back for more than a week.More >>
East Tennessee authorities say a woman dropped off her child with a neighbor and didn't come back for more than a week.More >>
Woman shot at Knoxville apartment complex; neighbors dodge bullets
Woman shot at Knoxville apartment complex; neighbors dodge bullets
Knoxville police say shots were fired around 12:30 a.m. at the 2200 building of Ridgebrook Apartments, which is located off Western Avenue.More >>
Knoxville police say shots were fired around 12:30 a.m. at the 2200 building of Ridgebrook Apartments, which is located off Western Avenue.More >>
Initiative warns Tennesseans about deceptive travel promoters
Initiative warns Tennesseans about deceptive travel promoters
Tennessee is participating in a national law enforcement initiative to warn consumers about deceptive travel promoters and timeshare resellers.More >>
Tennessee is participating in a national law enforcement initiative to warn consumers about deceptive travel promoters and timeshare resellers.More >>
Tennessee cave explorer recovering after suffering stroke underground
Tennessee cave explorer recovering after suffering stroke underground
Darrell Smith and his girlfriend Jessica Rogers were with a group when Smith suffered a stroke about a quarter-mile into their subterranean adventure.More >>

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