Community leaders show strong support for civilian review of police conduct and opposition to the Legislature’s interference.
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.
KPD Seeks Accountability Director
Chief Paul Noel is asking City Council to create an executive-level position to oversee cultural change within the police department.
Formalizing Oversight
KPD and PARC reach an agreement that allows greater access to information for the city’s law enforcement advisory board.
Weekly Watch: Jan. 31-Feb. 6, 2022
Every Monday, we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
PARC to KPD: Improve Race Relations
The oversight committee’s chair wants to see firm proposals from KPD on how to build bridges to the city’s African-American community.
Weekly Watch: Aug. 23-29, 2021
Every Monday, we give you a rundown of the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Weekly Watch: Jan. 25-Feb. 1, 2021
Every Monday, we give you a rundown of the week’s public meetings and public events.
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.
Monitoring the Force
The Police Advisory & Review Committee reports that citizen complaints about KPD often focus on officer behavior.
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