Motivation for Rent Moderation

The Kentshyres at Fairmont

Council approves expanding incentive programs to existing apartment buildings in an effort to keep from losing affordable housing units.

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.

Breaking Ground in the Bottom

Photo of Randy and Jenny Boyd

Officials celebrate the beginning of Knoxville’s stadium construction and pay tribute to the history of a neighborhood demolished by urban renewal.

Senate Approves Election Bill

Sen. Frank NIceley photo

Knoxville’s process for electing district Council members would change in 2025 under legislation being finalized for the governor’s signature.

Diversity Comeback Possible

Stadium Diversity Business and Workforce team photo.

The stadium project has initially failed to meet its goal for disadvantaged business participation, but more subcontracts are up for grabs.

Bill Aims to Change City Elections

Vote chalkboard

Legislation under consideration in Nashville would force Knoxville to abandon citywide voting for district City Council representatives.

Tethering Ban Advances

Janna Cecil, ChainFree Knoxville

Council gives initial approval to prohibit chaining dogs outdoors without on-site supervision.

City Homicides Down in 2022

Police cruiser with lights on

KPD investigated fewer murders last year, though officials say more needs to be done to lower the level of violence in Knoxville.

Funding Affordable Housing

Westview Tower

City Council votes to help developers build and renovate hundreds of apartments for low-income residents through its Affordable Housing Fund.

KPD Culture Assessed

KPD Chief Paul Noel

A majority of Police Department employees say they have job support, but have concerns about fairness in promotions and a lack of communication.