A city-county task force has developed a roadmap for an alternative to police response to low-risk E-911 calls.
Funding on Standby
City Council gave initial approval to an ordinance that would triple the dollars for affordable housing — but only if voters approve a sales-tax hike.
Emerald Contract Revised
Public criticism leads to changes to the deal to sell a portion of Chilhowee Park for a youth activities center days before City Council’s scheduled vote.
Chilhowee Divisions
City Council approved Muse Knoxville’s relocation into the Jacob Building but delayed action on the planned sale of land to Emerald Youth Foundation.
Land-Sale Opposition
Dozens rally to raise objections to the proposed sale of Chilhowee Park property to Emerald Youth Foundation for a youth activities center.
Ballot Bound
City voters will decide on Nov. 4 whether to raise the local-option sales tax to pay for affordable housing and neighborhood infrastructure.
Sales Tax Hike Clears First Hurdle
Council gave initial approval to placing the .5 percent sales tax increase proposal before the voters in the November general election.
Council Adopts Magnolia Redevelopment Plan
Property owners along the corridor would qualify for incentives that officials hope will lead to revitalization in East Knoxville.
Anti-Violence Contract Approved
In a split vote, City Council signs off on an arrangement for a national organization for a prominent role in violence interruption.
Blowing Whistles
The city’s new policy aims to make it easier to report waste, fraud and abuse, but opponents see flaws.