An anonymous, hate-filled email is at the center of speculation about the resignation of the Knoxville Police Department’s highest ranking Black employee.
Primary 2023: The Incumbent Mayor
Not surprisingly, Indya Kincannon is running on her record in her bid for re-election as Knoxville’s mayor.
Belk Resigns After Brief Tenure
KPD says its first deputy chief of professional standards intended to stay only a short time, though the plan wasn’t publicly disclosed.
Internal Affairs Overhaul
Chief Noel says most employees have embraced one of his most notable changes, despite a public statement of discontent by a former officer.
Council Approves Budget
Members delay consideration of a proposal to create a task force to develop an alternative response program.
PARC Changes Deemed Minimal
Officials say a new state law governing police oversight boards won’t have a practical effect on Knoxville’s panel, despite the removal of investigative powers.
The Lazarus Drug
A new report from the Health Department details the increased use of naloxone to reverse overdoses and provide second chances.
KPD Disciplines Three
An unvarnished Internal Affairs report leads to a demotion and two suspensions for officers involved in the in-custody death of Lisa Edwards.
‘No-Frills Budget’
During a marathon hearing on Tuesday, City Council members dove into Mayor Indya Kincannon’s proposed $432.9 million spending plan.
Kincannon Releases Applicant List
The city provided information on the candidates for last year’s police chief search and asked a judge to dismiss the News Sentinel’s Public Records Act lawsuit.