Among the issues: video visitation, lack of medical care, prolonged lockdowns and fees for commissary and communication.
The Year Ahead: For Knox County, Priority Time
In 2019, County Mayor Glenn Jacobs will present his first budget and wrestle with some persistent challenges.
2018 Revue: A Changing of the County Guard
The turnover in county offices was expected, but some of the results were still surprising.
The Bully Pulpit
Three months in, Glenn Jacobs is finding his feet — and his voice — as chief executive of Knox County.
No Easy Fix
Sam Quinones, the bestselling author of ‘Dreamland,’ tells Knoxville leaders the solutions to the opioid epidemic begin with community.
County Cancels Sidewalk Plan
Mayor Glenn Jacobs has scrapped a contract for a countywide sidewalk master plan, but other efforts to identify needs are underway.
Case Dismissed
A hearing Monday makes it official — the county’s pension lawsuit is done. What happens next?
Judge Rules Law Director Can’t Continue Pension Suits
Chancellor says county mayor and Commission have authority to settle litigation brought by Armstrong.
Slipped Gears
As cost estimates climb, Knox County takes a hard look at a proposed BMX track. South Knox representatives say the community wants what it was promised.