Seeking a third term, incumbent Richard Briggs faces a Republican primary challenge from newcomer Kent Morrell.
Abortion Services Cease in Knoxville
Supporters of women’s rights take to the streets and local officials react to the Supreme Court’s reversal of Roe v. Wade.
‘It Puts Us in a Dangerous Position’
With abortion probably about to become illegal in Tennessee, the Knoxville Center for Reproductive Health prepares for hard decisions.
Money Hunt
Most of Knox County’s requests to the Legislature this year revolve around increased state funding.
Numbers Game
The state House redistricting plan radically changes the boundaries of three Knox County districts and assigns a new number to one of them.
Power Poll: COVID Special Session Gets Low Marks
Survey respondents also believe progressive Democrats are primarily responsible for recent party losses.
‘Socially Acceptable Chains’
In Tennessee, criminal sentences can include more than 360 different fees and fines. Reform advocates say they can pose insurmountable obstacles.
Power Poll to Nation: We Are In Decline
Survey respondents from across Tennessee give a decidedly pessimistic forecast.
Power Poll: A Look to the Future
Some who responded to this statewide poll believe the American experiment is in trouble, but most are optimistic about the days to come.