Cold Case Breakthrough

James Robert Benson photo.

Using modern genetic technology and genealogy, authorities have identified the remains of a North Knoxville homicide victim from 1988.

‘The Human Element’

UT Forensics Panel photo

UT receives Justice Department grants to fund forensics research, with crime victims and their families imprinted on the field’s DNA.

KPD Seeks Accountability Director

KPD Chief Paul Noel

Chief Paul Noel is asking City Council to create an executive-level position to oversee cultural change within the police department.

Safety and Succor

The day after a fatal shootout at Austin-East, school officials and city residents confront questions of physical security and spiritual anguish.

Student Killed in Gunfight at A-E

One Knoxville police officer was wounded in the confrontation at a school that has experienced a spike in deaths from gunfire this year.