Naomi Hillmer

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Knoxville City Council could be looking at new areas for growth. In a recent workshop held by City Council, including the Knoxville Community Development Corporation, and…

Pigeon Forge is offering new and exciting attractions for visitors, such as Scooby Doo! Mystery Putt, Slick City Action Park, and the Titanic Museum’s new dinner show.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Building activity increased four percent across Knox county last year, according to a recent Development Activity Report by Knoxville-Knox County Planning. Multi-unit residential developments led the way, growing 17 percent. Knoxville-Knox County Planning told 6 News since 2020, it has seen more housing units permitted countywide. In fact, it said in 2025, residential approvals for subdivisions created the largest new lot […]

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WATE) — Veterans from across the country were in Pigeon Forge Friday, as a nonprofit sponsored their trip as a way of giving back to those who have served. Formed by Vet…

As millions of people make their way to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, many enter through Townsend, or the “Peaceful Side of the Smokies.” Serving as a gateway into the mountains, the area offers a number of lodging opportunities for those looking to stay. One outdoor resort mixes both luxury and the rustic outdoors.

United Way of Greater Knoxville raised $8.3 million and served over 14,000 households with emergency food response after the SNAP benefits were paused due to a federal government shutdown.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — With temperatures expected to climb next week, American Medical Response, and the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee’s Mobile Meals are sharing tips, a…

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Tennessee Valley Authority is evaluating how to keep up with our region’s growing energy demand, and it wants your input on its preliminary 2026 Integrated Resource Plan ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Staying hydrated, indoors, or in the shade is top of mind as hot humid weather persists. American Medical Response told 6 News it has seen a 10% increase in calls this w…

SEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — Millions of people travel through Sevier County every year, many choosing the area as a destination stay, but others call it home. While the number of people visiting typically far outweighs those who live there, 6 News caught up with some locals and learned what life looks like in a tourism-driven area. Born and raised in Sevier County, […]