East Tennessee gun-reform activists want to convert anger and grief at the weekend’s mass shootings into tangible results.
Legislative Report 2019
Knox County legislators were in the thick of the most tumultuous session in years. From school vouchers to sports betting, here’s a look at what passed and what didn’t.
RAM Continues to Fill a Void
While the Legislature resists expanding Medicaid, Remote Area Medical treats the area’s uninsured at Chilhowee Park.
Mapping the Votes
Where did Marsha Blackburn fare best? Who tipped the balance for Martin Daniel? A quick sift through the Knox County precinct results of Tuesday’s election.
Johnson Easily Wins Rematch
The former legislator beats GOP incumbent on her third try, resulting in Democrats’ sole gain in Knox County.
Election Day Arrives
Heavy early voting in Knox County and across Tennessee makes election predictions a precarious proposition.
Blue Money
In Knox County’s tightest race, Democratic challenger Gloria Johnson has outraised Republican Rep. Eddie Smith.
ACT-IVATED
An alliance of East Tennessee social activists debuts with a candidate forum featuring a roster of Democrats. (Republicans were invited.)
Third Round
Republican incumbent Eddie Smith and Democratic challenger Gloria Johnson have tangled twice before. Will this time end differently?