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Alcoa F.D.: 4 adults, 2 children dead after Sunday morning house fire

Alcoa F.D.: 4 adults, 2 children dead after Sunday morning house fire

The Alcoa Fire Department says a house fire Sunday morning on Wright Road killed six people living in that home. Officials say two were children.

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Police search for Waffle House shooting suspect accused of killing 4, wounding 2

At least four people have been shot amd killed and four others are hurt after a shooting at a Waffle House in Antioch, Tenn.

NEWS

Updated: 6 minutes ago
A 29-year-old man saved numerous lives during Waffle House shooting, police say

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Roaring Fork Baptist Church holds first service in new church

Nearly 200 people, all dressed brightly and singing loudly, thanked volunteers and their work that brought them into their new, permanent sanctuary.

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Updated: 15 minutes ago
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Grab your umbrella, showers move in today!

An unsettled weather pattern returns to the area today and rain chances will stick around through much of the week ahead.

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Vols' Jordan Allen, mother endure tough road to Rocky Top

Some people wait their whole life to meet their favorite football player. Lisa McGee raised hers: Vols newcomer Jordan Allen.

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Updated: 2 hours ago
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KY hepatitis A outbreak kills 3 people, hospitalizes hundreds

The Kentucky State Department of Health says it has seen more than 300 cases of hepatitis A in more than six counties.

NEWS

Updated: 24 minutes ago
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List of Knoxville-area liquor stores opening on Sunday

Of 25 wine and liquor stores around Knoxville that Channel 10 called, 17 said they will open on Sundays. The remaining said no or were unsure if they would.

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Updated: 31 minutes ago
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The world's most popular animals are still in danger, study finds

One study found that the majority of the world's most popular animals are highly threatened in the wild, but the public may not realize it.

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Updated: 3 hours ago
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Bush family shares stunning photos from Barbara Bush funeral

Jim McGrath, the post-White House spokesman for George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush, shares the final photos from the funeral of the former First Lady. Barbara Bush was laid to rest in College Station Saturday afternoon.

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Updated: 2 hours ago
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Pruitt, new-look Vols finish spring in the Orange and White Game

Tennessee fans got a chance to see UT football for the first time under new head coach Jeremy Pruitt.

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Sports sponsorships may be contributing to childhood obesity, study says

Sponsored ads of foods and non-alcoholic beverages reached more 412 million children during the year analyzed.

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New event offers safe space for kids with special needs to fish

"It makes my heart happy. It's good for him to be able to get out and do something and have fun."

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Harriman police chief resigns

Derek Pacifico has served as chief since September of 2016.

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Dr. Jerry Punch honored with Lindsey Nelson Award

Dr. Jerry Punch received the Lindsey Nelson Broadcasting Award this year, given to broadcasters who have made a last mark on college football.

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East Tennessee veteran honored with Quilt of Valor

Quilts of Valor gives handmade quilts to veterans across the country.

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