In an unusual turn of events led by newly elected members, City Council paused disbursements for mental-health services.
Turnout Catalyst
An analysis of Knoxville municipal-election returns gives an idea of the sales-tax referendum’s effect on driving people to the polls.
City Voters Reject Sales-Tax Hike
The referendum spurred turnout in a Knoxville municipal election that produced blowout victories in most City Council races.
Election 2025: City Council District 2
The West Knoxville City Council district will see a rematch of the primary, with Nathan Honeycutt running against Melody Watts.
Election 2025: Primary Takeaways
An analysis of Tuesday’s Knoxville City Council primary results shows where the candidates stand heading into the general election.
Primary 2025: The Field in Focus
In a low-turnout City Council primary, Knoxville voters select the candidates for the first general election under the city’s new district voting process.
West by Northwest
Candidates vying to represent the 2nd and 3rd City Council districts addressed housing, the proposed sales tax increase and the local response to climate change.
Primary 2025: City Council District 2
An architect and an event coordinator, both political newcomers, are squaring off for the opportunity to represent West Knoxville.







