Affordable No More

Graph showing Knoxville's median home price has passed the national median

A new report says higher housing costs are here to stay in Knox County for the foreseeable future.

The Sheriff’s Hard Sell

Sheriff Tom Spangler standing in front of sever of his staff members during an interview at the City County Building.

Spangler’s case for a 30 percent raise for officers runs into skepticism from a tax-averse County Commission.

No Action

County Commission votes down resolutions urging state lawmakers to address gun safety.

‘We’re All Afraid’

Knox County High School students Dain Shelton, Gabriela Sánchez Benítez, Caroline Scoonover and Anand Patel.

A group of high school students spent three months learning about County Commission. Now they want commissioners’ support in pushing for gun safety.

‘Leap of Faith’

Two maps side by side of the proposed Belltown development

Despite some uncertainties, County Commission signs off on the Belltown development, which will bring nearly 1,100 homes to North Knox County.

Calling for Accountability

Aniya Thompson speaking to County Commission, with Commissioner Dasha Lundy behind here.

In the wake of an encounter at McAlister’s Deli, community advocates ask County Commission for oversight of the Sheriff’s Office.

Queens Gambit

Tennessee Theatre marquee displaying the words "A Drag Queen Christmas"

A Christian nationalist pastor rallies his congregation to protest a holiday drag show at the Tennessee Theatre.