A new report says higher housing costs are here to stay in Knox County for the foreseeable future.
The Sheriff’s Hard Sell
Spangler’s case for a 30 percent raise for officers runs into skepticism from a tax-averse County Commission.
‘We’re All Afraid’
A group of high school students spent three months learning about County Commission. Now they want commissioners’ support in pushing for gun safety.
Weekly Watch: April 17-23, 2023
Every Monday, we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
‘Leap of Faith’
Despite some uncertainties, County Commission signs off on the Belltown development, which will bring nearly 1,100 homes to North Knox County.
Racial Tensions Rise Around Deli Incident
After Sheriff Tom Spangler refuses to publicly answer questions, Commissioner Dasha Lundy says she will attempt to bring subpoenas.
Weekly Watch: Jan. 16-22, 2023
Every Monday, we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Calling for Accountability
In the wake of an encounter at McAlister’s Deli, community advocates ask County Commission for oversight of the Sheriff’s Office.
Queens Gambit
A Christian nationalist pastor rallies his congregation to protest a holiday drag show at the Tennessee Theatre.