‘We will do whatever it takes’: Gov. Lee talks National Guard deployment in Memphis
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee addressed the impending deployment of the National Guard to Memphis during a visit to Knoxville. Lee addressed the Knoxville Chamber on Thursday where he hailed the region’s recovery from the impacts of Hurricane Helene and the thriving business environment. Following...
Mlily targets big box retail with new premium collection
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Mlily USA, a vertically integrated mattress manufacturer, has launched a premium mattress collection developed exclusively for the big box retail channel: the all-new Noctua crafted by Mlily. The retail-focused strategy expands and strengthens Mlily‘s partnerships with big box brands by offering a...
Parent arrested at Central High School after reportedly punching staff member, throwing chair
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A Central High School parent is facing an assault charge after police say she threw a chair during a meeting, according to the Knoxville Police Department. A KPD spokesperson told 6 News that the parent was in an administrative office Thursday afternoon due to a fight involving students....
Man dies at hospital after being injured at West Knox County construction site
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a man’s death after he was reportedly injured at a construction site on Tuesday. Deputies responded to a construction site off of Lovell Road on September 16 following a report that a 24-year-old man had been pinned by an excavator against a...
From Knoxville to Netflix: Writer and former WBIR anchor Nicole Henrich’s ‘The Wrong Paris’...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A new rom-com on Netflix that has taken the world by storm has unexpected ties to East Tennessee. "The Wrong Paris" stars Miranda Cosgrave as a Texas girl who thinks she's on a reality dating show set in Paris, France — but it turns out she's actually in Paris, Texas.
Behind the Headline: The Christian-Newsom Murders
Two young lives were lost in 2007 in one of the most horrifying murder cases in East TN. Go behind the headline for a deeper look at how the coverage unfolded.
The Fried Green Tomatoes At This Steakhouse In Tennessee Are Out-Of-This-World Delicious
Hidden in plain sight along an unassuming Alcoa roadway sits a log cabin that houses some of the most mouthwatering culinary treasures you’ll find in the Volunteer State – Trailhead Steak & Trout. While the name telegraphs the headliners, it’s the supporting acts – particularly those crispy, tangy...
Knoxville mayor says Chilhowee Park sale pushback surprised her, changes coming to plan
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon said she’s surprised about how many people have strong opinions about the city’s sale of a piece of Chilhowee Park to Emerald Youth Foundation. She also said she should have made more of an effort to hear from the community.
National Cheeseburger Day brings BOGOs, freebies and discounts across the country
Mark your calendar for Thursday, Sept. 18, and make room for lots of meat and cheese.
Interstate 40 in Tennessee closes after fiery crash
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Interstate 40 was shut down on Thursday morning in eastern Tennessee after a car being hauled by an 18-wheeler fell from the
