Plane crashes into Fort Loudoun Lake near Downtown Island Airport
KNOXVILLE — A single-engine airplane has crashed into Fort Loudoun Lake near the Downtown Island Airport this afternoon, according to emergency dispatchers.
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Police: Speeding driver found with meth
CLINTON - A man who fled from Anderson County deputies at an estimated 120 mph Wednesday forced two vehicles off Lake City Highway and struck two cruisers before he was stopped, according to a report.
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THP: One dead in I-75 wreck in Cambell County
LAFOLLETTE — One person is confirmed dead in a crash on southbound Interstate 75 in Campbell County that left a tanker-trailer rig hanging over a bluff this afternoon, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol.
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SBA denies most loans for flood-damaged businesses
NASHVILLE - The Small Business Administration has denied nearly two of every three disaster loan applications from Tennessee businesses damaged in the May floods, and some business owners say the government agency should be doing more to help their struggling enterprises.
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This Nuke Renaissance thing is sort of tricky
OAK RIDGE - According to a new report from the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, the number of U.S. nuclear engineering degrees awarded - undergraduate and graduate - declined in 2009.
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Another old building bites the dust at Y-12
OAK RIDGE - The Recovery Act is funding a big start on demolition of old, no-longer-needed buildings at the Y-12 nuclear weapons plant, and the Department of Energy this week announced another milestone.
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Judge sets April trial for pair in fatal shooting of teenage girl
KNOXVILLE - A Knox County judge today set an April 18 trial date for two men accused in the shooting death of a 17-year-old girl.
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Web hit: Basil Marceaux goes viral with views
NASHVILLE — He is an improbable longshot in the polls, but Tennessee Republican gubernatorial hopeful Basil Marceaux Sr., of Chattanooga, rules on the Internet, where his views have gone “viral.”
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Forecast: Isolated showers, hot
KNOXVILLE — Isolated showers will continue to move across East Tennessee this morning ahead of a string of hot days with highs edging toward 97 next week. The Knoxville-area forecast calls for a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, partly sunny skies and a high near 93 with heat index values as high as 100. A 20 percent chance of showers is possible tonight with a low around 72.
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State Briefs: July 29
NEWPORT, Tenn. - A pilot and onlookers escaped injury when a TVA-contracted helicopter's rotors separated and destroyed the cockpit and parts of the tail rotor struck a nearby hotel in Newport on Wednesday morning.
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Two men indicted in killing of teen
As Marvin Dolan stood outside a Knox County courtroom Wednesday where his grand-niece's accused killers face trial, his emotions were at war.
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Red-light violations in Farragut increase
Red-light camera violations in Farragut increased slightly during the second quarter of 2010, according to statistics released by the town this week.
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Anderson DA requests look into acquisition of mayor's former truck
CLINTON - Anderson County District Attorney General Dave Clark said he's asked the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to look into issues involving the county mayor's purchase of a pickup truck and its subsequent sale to the county.
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CNN.com - Entertainment

Big 'Idol' news on Monday?
Her boots are made for...judging? Reality TV staple and singer Jessica Simpson has met with "American Idol" producers about joining the show's judging panel, a source close to the show tells EW, confirming a report on TMZ Wednesday afternoon.
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In defense of reality TV
You've heard all the criticisms.
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Lindsay Lohan's jail comfort food: Twizzlers
Lindsay Lohan is coping with incarceration with the help of a Hershey's snack.
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Chris Klein extends his stay in rehab
Following his second DUI arrest, actor Chris Klein voluntarily checked into a treatment facility, and after more than 30 days, has decided to extend his stay, according to his rep.
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What makes a two-hour show work? Process of elimination
When it comes to reality competition shows, it seems less is not more.
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Essence magazine defends choice of white fashion director
The editor of Essence Magazine defended Wednesday her recent hiring of a white fashion director -- a first for the 40-year-old publication that celebrates black women.
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7 of Michael Jackson doctors will not face criminal charges
None of the seven doctors and one nurse investigated by California authorities will face criminal prosecution in the death of singer Michael Jackson, the state attorney general's office said Wednesday.
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Robert Pattinson inspires new underwear line
As if "Twilight" fans needed another reason to get giddy about Robert Pattinson, Guardian reports that British retailer Marks and Spencer has announced that they are creating a men's underwear line inspired by the sexy star.
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Ne-Yo on his 'Champagne Life'
In the music video for "Champagne Life," Ne-Yo plays a garbage man who's presented with a dilemma. If he agrees to become a superhero and protect the city, he'll be granted the American Dream of fame, fortune and female companionship. The only catch is that he must never fall in love.
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Katie Holmes on the red carpet
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Yahoo! News

AP Source: No suspension for Titans QB over tussle (AP)
AP - Titans quarterback Vince Young has been told the NFL will not suspend him over his tussle at a Dallas strip club in Dallas, The Associated Press has learned.
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T.O. misses flight to Bengals camp (AP)

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Ochocinco (85) pulls up his pants during the NFL football team's first practice, Thursday, July 29, 2010, in Georgetown, Kentucky. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)AP - Terrell Owens missed his flight but got his number.


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Pitino, defense attorney have testy court exchange (AP)

Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino, left, is escorted by Chris Francis of the U.S. Attorney's office as he arrives at the federal courthouse to testify in the trial of Karen Cunagin Sypher in Louisville, Ky., Thursday, July 29, 2010. (AP Photo/Ed Reinke)AP - Rick Pitino and the attorney for a woman accused of demanding millions from him to conceal a sexual tryst exchanged heated words before a jury Thursday, as the Louisville basketball coach tried to fend off accusations of rape and lying.


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Hughes set for Fulham job: reports (AFP)

Reports said that former Manchester City manager Mark Hughes, seen here in 2009, is set to be appointed as Fulham boss within the next 48 hours.(AFP/File/Andrew Yates)AFP - Former Manchester City manager Mark Hughes is set to be appointed as Fulham boss within the next 48 hours, according to reports in England on Thursday.


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A-Rod worried about payments to ex-Rangers players (AP)

New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez reacts as he watches the replay of his head-first dive into second for a double off Cleveland Indians reliever Jess Todd in the sixth inning of a baseball game in Cleveland on Wednesday, July 28, 2010. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta)AP - Alex Rodriguez filed an objection to aspects of next week's auction of the Texas Rangers, saying he and other former players may not get the millions owed them.


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Roush transferred to Mayo Clinic (AP)

FILE - In this Jan. 24, 2008 file photo, NASCAR team owner Jack Roush speaks during the NASCAR Sprint Cup Media Tour in Concord, N.C.  Roush is in serious but stable condition after walking away from a plane crash in Wisconsin on Tuesday night July 27, 2010.  Roush, an aviation buff, was attending the Experimental Aircraft Association's annual AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wis., this week. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)AP - NASCAR team owner Jack Roush has been transferred to the Mayo Clinic following surgery on facial injuries he sustained in a plane crash in Wisconsin.


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Castroneves to meet with IndyCar officials (AP)
AP - IndyCar series officials plan to meet with driver Helio Castroneves to discuss his conduct following last week's race at Edmonton.
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Raiders' McClain becomes highest draft pick to sign contract (Reuters)

Alabama Crimson Tides Rolando McClain carries the championship trophy off the field after they defeated the Texas Longhorns in the NCAA's BCS National Championship football game in Pasadena, January 7, 2010. REUTERS/Mike BlakeReuters - Linebacker Rolando McClain became the highest pick in April's NFL Draft to sign a contract when he agreed to terms with the Oakland Raiders.


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Nationals put rookie pitcher Strasburg on disabled list (Reuters)

Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg (C) leaves the bullpen while warming up to pitch against the Atlanta Braves ahead of their MLB baseball game in Washington in this July 27, 2010 file photo. REUTERS/Larry DowningReuters - Washington Nationals rookie right-hander Stephen Strasburg has been placed on the 15-day disabled list because of stiffness in his pitching shoulder, the team said Thursday.


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Police probe homicide; family mourns ex-NBA player (AP)
AP - Memphis police say they are investigating the discovery of a body that family members have said is missing NBA player Lorenzen Wright as a homicide.
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WVU says coach Bob Huggins released from hospital (AP)

FILE - In this Feb. 6, 2010, file photo, West Virginia's head coach Bob Huggins talks to his team in a huddle during a time out in the second half of an NCAA basketball game against St. John's o in New York. A spokesman for the West Virginia University basketball team says further testing has revealed that coach Bob Huggins broke seven ribs — not four — in a hotel room fall. Bryan Messerly said Tuesday, July 27, 2010, Huggins remains in a Las Vegas hospital and should be released soon, but he does not know exactly when. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File))AP - West Virginia University says men's basketball coach Bob Huggins has been released from a Las Vegas hospital.


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London gears up for two-wheeled revolution (AFP)

London Cycle Hire bicycles are parked at a docking point in central London. The sprawling, congested city of London speeds towards a greener, nimbler future Friday with the launch of a new bike hire scheme aimed at kick-starting a cycling revolution ahead of the 2012 Olympics.(AFP/Ben Stansall)AFP - The sprawling, congested city of London speeds towards a greener, nimbler future Friday with the launch of a new bike hire scheme aimed at kick-starting a cycling revolution ahead of the 2012 Olympics.


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Capitals acquire enforcer King from St. Louis (AP)
AP - The Washington Capitals have acquired enforcer D.J. King from the St. Louis Blues for prospect Stefan Della Rovere.
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Stosur, Radwanska oust qualifiers in WTA tennis (AFP)

Samantha Stosur of Australia serves against Christina McHale at the Bank of the West Classic in Stanford, California. Stosur advanced to the quarter-finals after defeating American McHale 6-1, 7-5 in her first match at the 700,000-dollar hardcourt event.(AFP/Getty Images/Jed Jacobsohn)AFP - Australian top seed Samantha Stosur and Polish third seed Agnieszka Radwanska advanced to the quarter-finals of the WTA Bank of the West Classic on Wednesday by ousting qualifiers.


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Shin, Inkster take early lead at British Open (AP)

Korea's Jiyai Shin plays out of a bunker on the second hole during the first round of the Women's British Open, at Royal Birkdale Golf Club, Southport, England, Thursday, July 29, 2010. (AP Photo/Tim Hales)AP - Top-ranked Jiyai Shin and Julie Inkster took the early clubhouse lead at the Women's British Open after shooting 1-under 71 in the first round at Royal Birkdale.


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Lesnar rallies to beat Carwin in 2nd round (AP)

Brock Lesnar walks to his corner at the end of the first round during his UFC heavyweight mixed martial arts title match against Shane Carwin, Saturday, July 3, 2010, at The MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Eric Jamison)AP - About the time Shane Carwin's 40th consecutive punch hit him in the face, Brock Lesnar realized he couldn't argue if the referee stopped their fight and took away his UFC heavyweight title.


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Manny Pacquiao to use political clout for Olympic goals (Reuters)

Newly elected Philippine congressman and world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao speaks as he votes for the new Speaker during the opening of the 15th Philippine Congress in Quezon City, Metro Manila July 26, 2010. REUTERS/Erik de CastroReuters - Seven-weight world champion Manny Pacquiao made a vow to improve life in his poor southern hometown and to help the Philippines win a first Olympic gold medal in his maiden speech as a lawmaker in Congress.


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Smoke says NASCAR's clampdown is OK (AP)
AP - Count two-time NASCAR Cup champion Tony Stewart among those who think NASCAR's decision to clamp down on public criticism of the sport is OK.
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Olympic committees striking some unusual deals (AP)

Vice President of Marketing BMW of North America Jack Pitney, left, and U.S. Olympic speedskater Apolo Anton Ohno are shown at a news conference announcing a multi-year partnership between BMW Group and the United States Olympic Committee at BMW of Manhattan on Monday, July 26, 2010 in New York. (AP Photo/Evan Agostini)AP - With the economy spiraling downward and sponsors running away faster than Usain Bolt, the Olympics needed money.


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FOXNews.com Live Bookmark

Rangel's Future Up in Air as Ethics Panel Unveils 13 Charges
GOP panel members suggest time for a deal has run out, as embattled Rep. Charles Rangel's lawyers meet behind close doors with the House ethics committee. | Rangel Spars With Reporters YOU DECIDE: Should Rangel Get to Cut Deal?Allegations Against Charlie Rangel (pdf)Pocket Guide to Rangel CaseFULL COVERAGE: 96 Days to Decide
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Ariz. Appeals Judge's Immigration Ruling
URGENT: The state's appeal asks that the federal judge's preliminary injuction be lifted so that all of the law can take effect | Fox Poll: Gov't Fails to Enforce Immigration LawsBoycott Despite RulingDid Illegals Infiltrate Intel Post?
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Covert Ops BehindAWOL Afghans' Escape
EXCLUSIVE: At least 22 Afghan soldiers who vanished from Lackland Air Force Base living comfortably in Canada, and it's all thanks to a super-secret networkBody of 2nd U.S. Sailor FoundRogue GI Behind Afghan War Leaks?FULL COVERAGE: Afghanistan
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Holy Waters orHealth Danger?
Israeli tour operators dispute claims from environmentalists that the Holy Land's Jordan River is too polluted and therefore unfit to be the site of Christian baptisms
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Are Some Soaps Damaging Sex Organs?
A nonprofit environmental group has sued the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, claiming the agency failed to regulate toxic chemicals found in "antimicrobial" soap and other personal care products.
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Senator: 6,000+ Arlington Graves May Be Wrong
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Oil's Stopped, How to Clean Up the Mess?- Noah's Ark
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New Jobless Claims Fall 11,000, to 457,000- Foreclosures Up in 75% of Top Metro Areas
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Texas Mayor Shot Daughter From Behind
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Obama Not Invited to Chelsea Clinton's Wedding- Obama Appears on ABC's 'The View'
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Fox News Poll: GOP 11-Point Lead in Midterms
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Chicago School Practicing Double Standard?- Religious Student Who Opposes Gays Expelled
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Has Obama's 'Race to the Top' Lost Its Shine?- CLICK HERE FOR TAXPAYER CALCULATOR
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96 Days to Decide: GOP Eyes Ariz. Seat
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Grizzly Bears Captured After Fatal Mauling
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4 Killed in Alaska Military Plane Crash- 152 Killed in Pakistan Plane Crash
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100M Facebook Users' Private Details Exposed
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Jury to Decide Blago's Fate
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Fox on Sex: Foods to Get You in the Mood
Having fun with food and sex isn't limited to whipped cream--keep your sex life juicy and ripe with these foods
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Ford's 40 MPG Car
The Fiesta is currently the best-selling car in the old country, taking on all comers with a lively mix of style and a premium feel that's priced to sell
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Shocking Angie Pics Published
Magazine unearths NSFW photos that Angelina Jolie doesn't want you to seeANGELINA PICS
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The World's Wrinkliest Celebs
Tommy Lee Jones has a face that looks like a bowl of spaghetti. Who else rocks the wrinkles? PHYSICS OF WRINKLES
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Clooney's Gal in Coke Probe
Elisabetta Canalis fingered by prostitute for snorting cocaine at club, report says ELISABETTA HOT SHOTS
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Guess The Famous Parent
See if you can figure out which stars these cute little buggers belong to!
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Lindsay Lohan Makeover
Lohan is spending her days behind bars right now. Show us what YOU think her 'prison makeover' might be after she serves her sentence
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CNN.com - Technology

New phones are too big for pockets
Something weird is happening to mobile phones: After shrinking from enormous Zack Morris proportions in the '80s and '90s, they're getting bigger again.
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At $139, is the new Kindle 'cheap?'
Prices in consumer electronics tend to fluctuate wildly.
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Facebook wants you to ask Questions
Facebook has begun the rollout of a new feature, Facebook Questions, which will allow users to get answers to their queries from the entire Facebook community.
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People sue Apple over 'overheating' iPads
Three iPad users claim that because the iPad will shut itself off after remaining in direct sunlight for long enough, it fails to meet the promises Apple made about using the device as an e-book reader.
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