A consultant recommends sweeping changes to KPD policies and procedures through detailed guidelines and extensive training.
Second Term Priorities
Kincannon pledges to focus on safety, housing, public spaces and quality of life during her final 1,460 days as Knoxville’s mayor.
Council OKs Young-Williams Contracts
The city joined Knox County in arranging for the nonprofit animal center to begin enforcement duties countywide on April 1.
KFD to Pump Up Fulton
The Knoxville Fire Department plans to give a surplus pumper truck to Fulton High School as a teaching tool for future firefighters.
Decoding Belk’s Departure
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.