Code enforcement will be door-knocking in South Knoxville, but not issuing citations
It’s part of a project from the city to foster conversation about compliance, rather than enforcement.
‘I am rich in love’ | WVLT Sports Director Rick Russo sees outpouring of...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - WVLT Sports Director Rick Russo, a staple in the world of East Tennessee sports, once again has kidney cancer. The diagnosis has prompted him to reach out to his community for support and prayer, something he says he’s gotten a lot of. “I am by...
Joey Aguilar is already starting his Tennessee goodbyes and we weren’t ready
With two home games left for his Tennessee career, Joey Aguilar is starting to get emotional about his short time with the Vols.
Police seek man after shots fired at Knoxville home
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Knoxville Police Department is searching for a man after someone shot at a home Tuesday night, KPD said. Just before midnight, someone fired multiple shots at a home on the 1800 block of Fair Drive with a woman and two children inside, KPD stated. No one was struck. After investigating,...
Knoxville residents voice concerns amid projected 2026 population influx
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — On a list of places to move, Knoxville seems to be climbing higher and higher on that list. A new moveBuddha report said that Knoxville will have the highest in-to-out move ratio in 2026, with 1.61 more people coming in for every person moving out. "There's...
What’s next for the hilltop hotel once billed as ‘exotic’ gathering place?
Since 1972, the former Hyatt Regency has been one of the most prominent peculiar features of the city's skyline. Part pyramid, part Contemporary Resort at Disney World (which opened the year before , interestingly enough), the concrete, trapezoidal structure has historically anchored the riverfront, although its use...
Seeking Vintage Cinema: The Quest for a Knoxville Film Club
In the city of Knoxville, a question has been raised about the existence of an active film club, particularly one that focuses on old movies from the 1920s to the 1970s. The question was posted on a social media platform, sparking a lively discussion among the community members.
Experts say scammers exploit Gen Z’s online activity, making them more likely to fall...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Experts say young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 are the new top targets for scammers. A recent study done by financial auditor Deloitte found Generation Z is three times more likely to fall for an online scam compared to Baby Boomers. Experts say...
PHOTOS: Northern lights seen over East Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — After a strong geomagnetic storming last week boosted the potential for the northern lights to be visible in much of the continental U.S., the stunning phenomenon was captured by several 6 News viewers on Tuesday night.
First Presbyterian Church in Oak Ridge offers free Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 13
First Presbyterian Church of Oak Ridge's monthly community meal ministry known as the Welcome Table will provide a free, sit-down, Thanksgiving dinner between 5 and 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13, in the fellowship hall of the Sanctuary building, 1051 Oak Ridge Turnpike. Community guests and church members are invited...

















