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30-04-2025
- Sport
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Lawyer, VFL Todd Kelly Jr. discuss consequences of breaking NIL contracts
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — In the wake of former Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava leaving Vols, some may be wondering if litigation could follow the player for breaking his NIL contract. In this week's Ask Isaacs, 6 News' Lori Tucker and Attorney Greg Isaacs are joined by VFL Todd Kelly Jr. to discuss the potential legal consequences of breaking contracts. The question of what consequences Nico Iamaleava could face comes as University of Arkansas's NIL collective hired an attorney to pursue and enforce the buyout clause in Madden Iamaleava's name image and likeness contract, CBS Sports reported. Lawyer explains current state of NIL after Iamaleava's departure from Tennessee Nico Iamaleava's younger brother reportedly committed to UCLA, where Iamaleava is headed after leaving Tennessee. Madden Iamaleava previously committed to Arkansas and had a $500,000 contract, the Associated Press reported. The outlet said his contract requires him to pay 50% of the remaining contract value for leaving before the contract expires. Nico Iamaleava, on the other hand, had a reported $2.4 million NIL contract that was in place for him to Tennessee but left to seek higher pay elsewhere. According to ESPN, Nico Iamaleava's UCLA agreement is paying him less than what he was earning at Tennessee but more than the $1.5 million that some others have reported. Although NIL contracts differ between schools and sports, there are similar elements that are included for many of these contracts, such as clauses denoting contract length, payment details, and conditions for terminating the agreement or potential fees for breaching the agreement. Lawyer breaks down Savannah Grace Copeland Act as Powell teen murder case continues According to the Isaacs Law Firm, lawsuits regarding NIL agreements will likely include allegations of a breach of contract or fraudulent inducement claims. If you have a legal question, send it to AskIsaacs@ To watch full episodes of Ask Isaacs, click here. WATE's Lori Tucker and Attorney Greg Isaacs answer your legal questions from the WATE Alert Desk on Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. and on WATE Channel 6 at 5:30 p.m. Ask Isaacs is also streamed live on WATE6+. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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30-04-2025
- General
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Reflecting on the Vietnam War: Don Dare shares memories 50 years after fall of Saigon
(WATE) — April 30, 2025, marks 50 years since the Fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War. As we reflect on the war's lasting impact, 6 News anchors Lori Tucker and Bo Williams sat down with 6 On Your Side reporter Don Dare to talk about his time serving in the United States Army during the war. In 1968, Dare qualified for Army Officer Candidate School. He was assigned to that television division at Fort Gordon in 1969 and served there for nearly 18 months before he was sent to Vietnam. He would go home in 1972, three years before the Fall of Saigon. He shared what it was like in Vietnam and about his role in the Signal Corps. Behind the Scenes of 'Vietnam: A Lost Generation' 'It doesn't matter what you did. This is something that I found out. I joined the Vietnam Veterans of America in the early 1990s, and one of the men who was the president had a chest full of ribbons, bravery, and it's you said it doesn't matter what you did, you were there and that's all that matters,' said Dare. Watch the full discussion in the video player above. Dare also spoke with two East Tennessee veterans, including Bill Robinson, one of the longest-held enlisted POWs in history, about the end of the war. Veterans Voices: Hear the stories of those who served In addition, 6 News' parent company sent journalists to accompany veterans returning to Vietnam and confronting the painful and formative memories of their youth. What resulted is a two-part special on the Vietnam War commemorating the fall of Saigon 50 years ago. The first installment focuses on the stories of survival and loss told by those returning veterans. Vietnam: A Lost Generation is available online. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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19-03-2025
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AI in the legal world: Lawyer discusses controversial video of Sumner County suspect ‘talking'
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — As technology continues to develop, law enforcement agencies are always looking for new ways to find those responsible for crimes, but when does artificial intelligence cross legal lines? In this week's Ask Isaacs, 6 News' Lori Tucker and Attorney Greg Isaacs discuss a controversial case where AI was used to make a suspect's photo 'talk.' Last week, the Sumner County Sheriff's Office posted a video that used artificial intelligence to make a photo of a man who was wanted for felony evading arrest 'talk.' The AI video tells people it is 'crazy' that the man is on the sheriff's office's 'Wanted Wednesday' post and then shares how the public can report the man to law enforcement. What is a green card? Lawyer breaks down Mahmoud Khalil case The post has since been updated to only have a photo of the suspect, adding that he has been captured. Although the video may be troubling to some people, the Isaacs Law Firm reports that AI use is largely unregulated in the legal realm currently. Just last year, a judge declined to sanction Michael Cohen and his lawyer after it was discovered that some of the case citations that were submitted in a motion were generated by AI. In February, a judge fined three lawyers, two of whom worked for the national law firm Morgan & Morgan, for citing fake cases that were generated by artificial intelligence in a court filing, Reuters and other outlets reported. According to the Isaacs Law Firm, a recent survey by the American Bar Association found that 30% of responding law firms said they utilized AI in 2024. ChatGPT was the most popular AI tool used by law firms, but the Westlaw and Lexis AI tools have also been gaining popularity, the law firm added. How does an insanity defense work? Lawyer breaks down former Kentucky sheriff's case If you have a legal question, send it to AskIsaacs@ To watch full episodes of Ask Isaacs, click here. WATE's Lori Tucker and Attorney Greg Isaacs answer your legal questions from the WATE Alert Desk on Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. and on WATE Channel 6 at 5:30 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13-03-2025
- Climate
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Where to watch the 2025 Knoxville's St. Patrick's Day Parade
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — It's almost St. Patrick's Day again, which means it's also time for the annual St. Patrick's Day parade in downtown Knoxville. Every year, the parade draws a large crowd to Gay Street. Last year, the parade brought nearly 5,000 visitors to downtown Knoxville. The St. Patrick's Day parade is scheduled to step off at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 15. For those who aren't able to make it in person, the parade will be streamed in this story. Knoxville's St. Patrick's Day Parade raising money for local charity This year, the parade will begin on Gay Street at Main Street and stroll down till Gay Street's intersection with Magnolia Avenue. In previous years, the parade stepped off from the South side of the Gay Street Bridge, but because of the bridge was closed in June 2024 after a 'compromised element' was discovered, the starting location for this year's festivities had to be moved. There really aren't any bad places along Gay Street to watch the parade, but there are some areas where it may be a little easier to find space to see the parade, such as near the Rowing Man Statue on the corner of W. Church Street and Gay Street, or near the Visit Knoxville Visitor's Center, where there are a few parking lots that may provide a little extra breathing room. Those who value having more space to move around may look for a watching spot between West Vine Street and Jackson Avenue, where the sidewalks are wider. Restoration of railway bridge brings sense of normalcy back to Newport community 6 News' Lori Tucker is one of the emcees for the event. The VIP and emcee area is expected to be in the Krutch Park area of Gay Street, however, the location may be moved if there is inclement weather. Those hoping to be closer to the announcements of the floats may try to find somewhere closer to DiCarlo's Pizza or the Regal Cinema, although the area can be very popular, so it's best to arrive early. The parade is expected to happen rain or shine. Storm Team 6 is monitoring the possibility of severe weather, including wind and storms, on Saturday. Stay up to date with the Storm Team's latest forecast here. This year's Grand Marshall is Knoxville Native and NFL star Harrison Smith. The Knoxville Catholica High School Graduate played college football for Notre Dame before being drafted to the Minnesota Vikings in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He then played in the NFL for 13 seasons, and worked off the field to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities and The Leary Firefighters Foundation. Deadline set for Knoxville College to prevent access to unsafe building Last year's parade was a sight to see, with all kinds of floats, performers, and businesses and organizations taking part. In 2024, Wallet Hub named the Knox St. Patrick's Day Parade the 13th best St. Patrick's Day parade in the country, ranking it higher than the parades held in San Francisco and New Orleans. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-02-2025
- General
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Honor Guard units receive $100k+ donated during 2024 Operation Honor Guard
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — East Tennessee's Honor Guard units received more than $100,000 in funds on Wednesday that were donated during Operation Honor Guard's Day of Giving in December. Every year, those serving in the Honor Guard volunteer to pay a final tribute of respect and give military funeral honors to honorably discharged veterans without any cost to the service member's family. 'Scouting means family:' Cub Scout feeding others by founding nonprofit In East Tennessee, there are six Honor Guard units: Volunteer State Veterans Honor Guard, East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard, Veterans Military Honor Guard of Pigeon Forge, Tri-County Veterans Honor Guard, Loudon County Veterans Honor Guard and American Legion Post 104 Honor Guard. On December 3, 2024, the annual Operation Honor Guard donation drive raised $105,789 for the units. The annual donation drive is the primary source of income for the East Tennessee Honor Guard and local units. Every year, volunteers with the Honor Guard serve at more than 300 military funerals. Wednesday, members of the Honor Guard units joined 6 News Anchor Lori Tucker at WATE's studios for the check presentation. Last year, the Operation Honor Guard donation drive has raised more than $70,000 for the units, and over the last eight years, it has raised more than $820,000. Operation Honor Guard helps East TN Veterans Honor Guard continue their mission Before the checks were awarded, the Honor Guard members were invited to a reception at Greystone Mansion. Just a few months ago, 6 News' Don Dare spoke with members of the Pigeon Forge Honor Guard who shared how rewarding it is to honor their fallen comrades. Although the unit is smaller, they serve at more than 50 funerals every year. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
