Setting the Stage

Today’s city primary will winnow the field of City Council hopefuls in advance of the November general election.

PAC Under Scrutiny

As early voting begins in the city, complaints question the relationships among organizations run by a conservative political consultant.

Early Voting Kickoff

City voters in five of six Council districts can cast ballots from today through Aug. 26 for the Aug. 31 primary.

Platforms on Display

At a forum in East Knoxville, Council candidates discussed their proposals for moving the city forward. There were also some no-shows.

Council Contests: 3rd District

A progressive incumbent and a conservative challenger are squaring off in the 3rd District primary. Both will move on to the general election.

PILOT Gets Green Light

Andrew Johnson Building

City Council signs off on a tax incentive for the Andrew Johnson Building that will allow the renovation of the historic hotel to move forward.

City Budget Approved

Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon’s $383.4 million spending plan emerges unchanged after Council scrutiny.

Going Over the Numbers

With City Council poised to give final approval to next year’s budget, KPD touts its co-responder program in a bid for expansion.

City United on Cities United

Council unanimously approves a contract with a national association of municipalities to build an anti-violence infrastructure.

Breaking Camp

After a pandemic-driven hiatus, city officials will resume clearing out homeless encampments and encouraging people living in them to seek services.