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The Tennessee Vols are expected to make a big move in the new AP Top 25 poll on Sunday, even though UT didn't play this past weekend. Tennessee had a bye this week after its overtime win in Starkville against Mississippi State. The Vols will return to action this week in a home matchup against the ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — While most people are fast asleep, security guards across East Tennessee are working through the night to keep businesses and neighborhoods safe — including right here at WBIR. Tim Surrency is one of those overnight workers. “Most people don't like working at night. I love...

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- A college student enjoying the weekend on Norris Lake accidentally lost his life on Sunday afternoon. “A fun day at the lake turned tragic,” said Campbell County Sheriff Wayne Barton. TWRA officials are describing the death of a 19-year old Kentucky man as a swimming...

Hidden among the tourist attractions and flashy billboards of Pigeon Forge sits Alamo Steakhouse, an unassuming culinary gem where locals whisper about a seafood secret that seems oddly out of place in the mountains of East Tennessee. While steaks might be in the name, it’s a humble bowl of crab...

In the heart of Knoxville, Tennessee, there’s a place where the steam rising from buffet trays carries the scent of childhood memories and the promise of a food coma you’ll happily surrender to. Austin’s Steak & Homestyle Buffet doesn’t need fancy lighting or artisanal anything to draw crowds—just...

The Gatlinburg Police Department will take part in the annual Special Olympics Tip-A-Cop event, supporting athletes through community fundraising. Partnering with the Pigeon Forge Police Department, officers will join servers at Texas Roadhouse to assist with tables, take orders, and inform diners about the event,...

SEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) —The City of Sevierville has canceled the remainder of the Slammedenuff car show at the Sevierville Convention Center. This decision comes after reported disturbances, safety concerns, and a strain on county-wide public resources. 6 News talked to people who witnessed the chaotic scene....

KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — A Mascot man has been charged following a road rage shooting in northwest Knox County on Wednesday. According to court records, Charles Williams, 67, is facing a charge of reckless endangerment involving a deadly weapon. A General Sessions docket stated that officers responded to a road...

The Tennessee Vols should be moving on up in the polls on Sunday, and they have an old friend to thank in part for that. A trio of top 15 teams fell on Saturday before the evening kickoffs even arrived. Texas, Iowa State, and Penn State all lost on the road against unranked teams. And regarding the ...

Tennessee running back target David Gabriel Georges put out an unbelievable performance during a huge high school rivalry game in the Volunteer State on Friday night. Georges’ 280 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 25 carries helped Baylor pick up a 38-35 win over rival McCallie. One of Georges’ highlight plays...