A Diversity Dilemma

Photo of construction at the stadium site.

Despite efforts to build capacity, the stadium construction project is struggling to find enough qualified Black-owned firms to meet its contracting goal.

In the Loop, Out of the Loop

Photo of voters at Larry Cox Senior Center.

An analysis of returns from Tuesday’s low-turnout primary shows a difference in voting patterns inside and outside the I-640 bypass.

Kincannon Seizes Second Term

Photo of Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon

Amid low voter turnout, this year’s city primary returned the mayor to office and set up intriguing general election races for judge and City Council.

Primary 2023: Election Day Arrives

Photo of city election mailers.

The mayor’s office, four City Council seats and the city judgeship are on the ballot during the first round of voting in this year’s election.

Seeking Treatment Option Funds

Photo of Knoxville Vice Mayor Andrew Roberto discussing mental health options.

City Council members approve a measure calling for state help to expand mental health services, including a new psychiatric hospital.

Forum Selections

Photo of City Council candidates.

Candidates for at-large seats on City Council answer questions about turnout, housing, homelessness, KPD and more.

Consensus Begins to Emerge

Rick Roach Photo

Council intends to hold a workshop with County Commission on mental health issues and a public hearing on a possible alternative response program.

Council Approves Budget

Members and supporters of Knoxville HEART

Members delay consideration of a proposal to create a task force to develop an alternative response program.

‘No-Frills Budget’

Mayor Indya Kincannon at the City Council budget hearing.

During a marathon hearing on Tuesday, City Council members dove into Mayor Indya Kincannon’s proposed $432.9 million spending plan.