Launching Phase Two

Knox County issues guidance for businesses and the general public on how to safely increase economic activity.

School Budget Squeeze

Superintendent Bob Thomas

Knox County officials lay out a plan to address an estimated $10 million shortfall as the coronavirus pandemic hammers sales tax revenues.

Pushing the Timeline

Knox County Commission

Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs steps up the pressure on his own Health Department to accelerate the reopening plan.

Preoccupied by Occupancy

State Supreme Court site development

Local hotels suffered terribly in April, but visitors are slowly starting to return to Knoxville as the economy reopens.

Checking In

Lawson McGhee Library

The Knox County Public Library system is making plans for when — and how — to welcome patrons again.

One More Obstacle

Centro Hispano for Kids

For immigrants and refugees in Knoxville, and the agencies that serve them, the coronavirus pandemic is another hurdle among many.

Access Denied

Knox County faces criticism for preventing a News Sentinel reporter from participating in a health department briefing.