Larsen Jay reflects on an unusual and eventful 12 months heading County Commission — and why he won’t seek the leadership post again.
Power Poll: Vaccine Outreach
An overwhelming majority of survey respondents disagree with the state Department of Health’s decision to stop vaccine outreach to adolescents.
‘We’re in an Emergency’
More than 170 political science scholars penned an open letter raising alarms about threats to American democracy. We talked to one of them.
The Survey Says, ‘Play Ball’
A poll commissioned by the Knoxville Area Association of Realtors shows a majority of county voters back a new multi-purpose stadium.
Giving Notice
Knox County wants to move its legal notices online — and, seemingly, away from the News Sentinel.
Broadband Battle
Tennessee’s cable providers blast KUB’s municipal broadband initiative, while TVA and the state Comptroller have given the project the green light.
‘How Do They Talk About It?’
A children’s book about a police shooting has come under scrutiny in Knox County schools. We talked to the authors about their intentions.
Planning Ballpark Benefits
Randy Boyd has teamed with community organizations on the proposed multi-use stadium project, but some want a more comprehensive agreement.
Drawing the Line
As late-arriving Census data narrows the redistricting window, citizen groups hope for public input and transparency. History does not give reason to expect much of either.
Under East Tennessee’s Influence
The state’s traditional base of Republican power is overrepresented in legislative leadership. But probably not for long.