The Tennessee Department of Children’s Services issued a license for Knox County’s juvenile detention facility after a three-year lapse.
Dysfunctional Detention
CTAS finds the county’s juvenile service center needs a comprehensive overhaul of everything from the building to staffing to operations.
Power Poll: Local Miscellany
Members weigh in on the proposed city sales tax increase, the school board’s new cell phone policy, Juvenile Service Center management and more.
Weekly Watch: July 14-20, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Juvenile Detention Plan Passes
After a six-month preparation period, Sheriff Tom Spangler will assume management of the Richard L. Bean Juvenile Service Center on Jan. 1, 2026.
Weekly Watch: June 23-29, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Weekly Watch: June 16-22, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
A Little Help from His Friends
A board consisting of allies has provided little oversight of Richard Bean’s management of Knox County’s juvenile detention facility.