Activists began painting “Black Lives Matter” on the street in front of Austin-East High School without waiting to get a permit.
Ransomware Attack Goes Public
Hackers posted city employee information online in an attempt to intimidate the Kincannon administration into paying a ransom for stolen data.
Police and Policing the Police
Amid tensions over law enforcement, the city’s Police Advisory & Review Committee discusses changes already made and proposals for reform.
‘A Good First Step’
Revisions to KPD’s use-of-force policy are a prelude to a broader conversation about the approach to public safety in Knoxville.
Knoxville Power Poll: Police Reform Needed
An overwhelming majority of Knox County community leaders say peaceful protests over excessive force are justified.
Reform Recommendations
After a series of protests, Knox County Democrats have presented a list of criminal justice policy changes to city officials.
Force by the Force
Kincannon and Thomas pledge to review KPD’s use-of-force policy to ensure equity during enforcement.
Camp Concerns
A City Council member alleges Knoxville police and other employees are violating city policy by harassing people living in a homeless enclave.
Discipline From the Top Down
From the chief to a patrol officer, KPD’s internal probe of a sexually explicit demonstration at a roll call uncovers police policy violations.
Monitoring the Force
The Police Advisory & Review Committee reports that citizen complaints about KPD often focus on officer behavior.