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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Nine protesters were arrested on the University of Tennessee campus Thursday night. The university tells WATE 6 On Your Side that they were in a crowd that was gathered on the law school lawn in violation of the university’s events policy, and that they were trespassing. UT adds the crowd was handed an ultimatum – leave before 9 p.m. or be subject to suspension from the university or arrest. In a statement UT says, “We…See the Story
Protesters arrested on UT Knoxville campus
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNXOVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A medical group with more than 30 clinics in Tennessee and Virginia will pay $200,000 in civil monetary penalties to settle allegations they violated the recordkeeping rules of the federal Controlled Substances Act. The Department of Justice announced on Thursday that State of Franklin Healthcare Associates, which operates a multi-specialty physician-led medical group, agreed to pay the penalties to resolve allegations …See the Story
TN, VA medical group to pay $200k to settle alleged federal violations
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LGBTQ+ · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The United Methodist Church has lifted a nearly 40-year-old ban on LGBTQ+ clergy members at their annual general conference May 1. According to the Holston Conference, the current conflict within The United Methodist Church around issues of human sexuality caused 279 churches in North Georgia, East Tennessee, and Southwestern Virginia to disaffiliate last year. However, the decision is being applauded by members of the …See the Story
Knoxville pastor applauds United Methodists’ vote to welcome LGBTQ+ clergy, same-sex marriage
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Mental Health · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Public discussions about mental health and treatment have become more commonplace in modern times as the issue has become destigmatized. The Mental Health Association of East Tennessee is one organization that strives to help those struggling with mental health illness and continues checking in with those who have sought help. "Having someone who's been through it before can help eliminate some of the stigma that might …See the Story
East TN Children’s Hospital helps meet growing need for mental health treatment
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleMARYVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A 20-year-old man is facing a charge of aggravated assault after a 19-year-old was found by police with a knife in his back on April 28, according to an incident report. The Maryville Police Department report states that the officer arrived at the scene on Silver Creek Lane around 1:45 a.m., where they found a 19-year-old man lying in the front yard of the residence with a knife stuck in his lower back. Several people w…See the Story
Man charged after Maryville stabbing victim found with knife in back
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleSEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) —A Sevier County teacher has been charged with multiple child sex crimes and has been suspended indefinitely while the case moves through the judicial system. The Sevier County School System issued a press release on Thursday that said McKinley Maples, a teacher, had been placed on an indefinite suspension pending the results of an outside investigation by law enforcement.
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Sevier County teacher charged with child sex crimes, suspended indefinitely
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The restaurant with the failing grade this week is in Cumberland County. The inspector marked down more than half a dozen violations that could cause potential foodborne illness. The grade is a 69 at Los Toritos of Crossville on Peavine Road in Crossville. That is a failing score as any grade of 69 and below is considered failing. Los Toritos, 224 Peavine Rd, Crossville — Grade: 69, Follow-up Grade: 91 To begin with, th…See the Story
Several violations found at Crossville restaurant during health inspection
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Soccer · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Ali Howard, the daughter of legendary American goalkeeper Tim Howard, announced her plans to join the University of Tennessee women's soccer program. The forward, who is currently a junior at Briarcrest Christian School in Memphis, announced her commitment to Tennessee Thursday on Instagram.
"I would like to thank Coach Joe, Coach Jon, Coach Becky, and Coach Marty for believing in me and giving me this incredible oppo…See the Story
Ali Howard, daughter of American soccer great Tim Howard, commits to Tennessee
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