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.
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 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.
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.
Relationships of Mutual Respect
A month into the job, KPD’s new chief of cultural change wants to break down barriers and build bridges inside and outside the department.
Video Crime Fighting
City Council OKs the construction of a Real Time Information Center for KPD in the Public Safety Complex.
Standards Bearer
Police Chief Paul Noel hires a law professor and former federal prosecutor to promote accountability and help shape the department’s culture.
City: Pay Upgrades Effective
Knoxville officials say this year’s salary overhaul is improving recruiting and retention amid a generally upbeat financial climate.