As Knoxville’s new police chief, Paul Noel vows to focus on crime, community, culture and career development.
Meeting the Chief
Noel will bring a flavor of New Orleans’ police reforms to Knoxville when he takes the reins of KPD in June.
Sustaining Services, Raising Taxes
City Mayor Indya Kincannon proposes a 50-cent property tax hike to pay for a budget that would increase pay for city employees.
City Budget Landscape
A property tax increase appears to be the most likely option for maintaining services while increasing employee pay.
A New Vision for Renewed Vitality
Under new leadership, Knoxville College looks for revival through housing for the community and workforce training.
Stadium Project Paused
Officials hope construction costs will stabilize later this year, but it won’t be in time for the Smokies to play ball in Knoxville in 2024.
Culture and Commerce Reunited
As Big Ears returns after a two-year hiatus, downtown Knoxville businesses welcome the festival back with open arms.
Enter the Matrix
The city is hiring a California-based consultant to help streamline and improve its development services.
Power Poll: Of Bridges, Budgets and Masks
Respondents weigh in on a proposed pedestrian bridge, city pay, school system litigation, and their own views on masks.
Council OKs Hotel PILOT
A 10-year tax incentive should enable developer Nick Patel to finance a hotel in the Old City near the planned multi-use stadium.