Triggering Change

Mayor Indya Kincannon and City Council grapple with the fallout from George Floyd’s death in police custody.

Launching Phase Two

Knox County issues guidance for businesses and the general public on how to safely increase economic activity.

Together Again?

With Knox County moving into the next phase of its pandemic response, public officials are looking forward to a return to in-person meetings.

Council OKs Budget

Mayor Indya Kincannon’s spending plan got green-lighted despite questions from one Council member about priorities.

A Coronabudget

The COVID-19 pandemic touches almost every aspect of the $334.4 million budget Mayor Indya Kincannon has proposed.

Climate Klatch

The Mayor’s Climate Council met for the first time Tuesday to begin work on steep reductions in Knoxville’s greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate climate change.

Camp Concerns

A City Council member alleges Knoxville police and other employees are violating city policy by harassing people living in a homeless enclave.

Funding Moves Forward

Main Assembly Room

City Council approved Kincannon’s proposed budget on first reading Tuesday and sent immediate COVID-19 relief down the fast track.

Against the Grain

Amelia Parker

Council starts budget deliberations on Tuesday with newcomer Amelia Parker ready to challenge assumptions.