Council approves a $2 million loan to the developers of an affordable housing complex at a blighted site on Asheville Highway in East Knoxville.
A Partisan Flavor
In Knoxville’s officially nonpartisan election, GOP-backed Council candidates are running as a unified slate in hopes of unseating the incumbents in the Democratic-leaning city.
A Primary Sweep
Council incumbents flexed their muscles on Tuesday, but a strong showing by GOP-backed candidates ensures a partisan-tinged campaign in a nonpartisan election.
Setting the Stage
Today’s city primary will winnow the field of City Council hopefuls in advance of the November general election.
Restoration Project Launched
The city task force looking for ways to build long-term wealth among Knoxville’s Black population holds its first meeting.
Early Voting Kickoff
City voters in five of six Council districts can cast ballots from today through Aug. 26 for the Aug. 31 primary.
A Focus on Issues Close to Home
Forums give candidates in three Council races the opportunity to reach district voters before early voting begins.
Platforms on Display
At a forum in East Knoxville, Council candidates discussed their proposals for moving the city forward. There were also some no-shows.
Council Contests: 6th District
Three candidates, each staking a claim to different sections of the political spectrum, are vying to represent the city’s most diverse district.
A Question of Leadership
Knoxville Vice Mayor Gwen McKenzie says she’s lost confidence in Police Chief Eve Thomas over racist incidents within KPD.