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Democrats object to a far-right group setting up shop in Knoxville. Republicans, with an exception, don’t have much to say.
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September 18, 2026Another round of public-input sessions begins next week for the update to the city’s comprehensive plan for development.
September 17, 2026Knox County Sheriff Brent Gibson plans to expand the department’s role in immigration enforcement.
September 16, 2026Back from his suspension, Knoxville’s police chief offered apologies and took responsibility for behavior that he said was ‘not who I am.’
September 15, 2026The school system’s comprehensive plan to improve special education includes ambitious goals to serve a fast-growing subgroup of students.
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All free to read and share.- Knox County Sheriff Brent Gibson plans to expand the department’s role in immigration enforcement.
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- A statute passed this year prevents Knox County from getting developers to pay the entire cost of needed road improvements.
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- Superintendent Jon Rysewyk says banning the book 'weighed heavily on me.' But the law that led to the removal remains.