Politics

Knoxville Shaken as Randall Lee Rose Admits to MurderKnoxville Shaken as Randall Lee Rose Admits to Murder

Knoxville Shaken as Randall Lee Rose Admits to Murder

News Summary Knoxville is grappling with the implications of Randall Lee Rose's confession to the murder of Sharon Leinart, whose…

2 weeks ago
Tennessee Lawmaker Introduces the Freedom to Read ActTennessee Lawmaker Introduces the Freedom to Read Act

Tennessee Lawmaker Introduces the Freedom to Read Act

News Summary Tennessee Representative Sam McKenzie has proposed the 'Freedom to Read Act' (HB 1051) to counter previous restrictions in…

2 weeks ago
Knoxville Scrutinizes University ‘Furry Club’ InquiryKnoxville Scrutinizes University ‘Furry Club’ Inquiry

Knoxville Scrutinizes University ‘Furry Club’ Inquiry

News Summary Representative Tim Burchett questions the existence of the University of Tennessee's 'Furry Club,' expressing concerns about its funding…

2 weeks ago
Knoxville Experiences Increase in ICE DetaineesKnoxville Experiences Increase in ICE Detainees

Knoxville Experiences Increase in ICE Detainees

News Summary Knoxville, TN has seen a significant rise in the number of ICE detainees at the Knox County Jail,…

2 weeks ago
Knoxville Introduces Bill to Monitor Sex Offenders in ChurchesKnoxville Introduces Bill to Monitor Sex Offenders in Churches

Knoxville Introduces Bill to Monitor Sex Offenders in Churches

News Summary The Tennessee Senate has proposed a new bill, SB 0451, mandating that sex offenders disclose their membership in…

2 weeks ago
Knoxville City Council Approves $1.75 Million for Opioid CrisisKnoxville City Council Approves $1.75 Million for Opioid Crisis

Knoxville City Council Approves $1.75 Million for Opioid Crisis

News Summary The Knoxville City Council has voted to allocate $1.75 million from state opioid abatement funds to enhance the…

2 weeks ago
Tyshawn Cook Found Guilty of Multiple Crimes in KnoxvilleTyshawn Cook Found Guilty of Multiple Crimes in Knoxville

Tyshawn Cook Found Guilty of Multiple Crimes in Knoxville

News Summary Tyshawn Cook, a 26-year-old man from Knoxville, has been found guilty of serious felonies including carjacking, aggravated kidnapping,…

3 weeks ago
Knoxville Takes Big Steps to Tackle Homelessness and Housing WoesKnoxville Takes Big Steps to Tackle Homelessness and Housing Woes

Knoxville Takes Big Steps to Tackle Homelessness and Housing Woes

News Summary Knoxville is launching a grant program to support nonprofits addressing homelessness and housing challenges. With funding from federal…

3 weeks ago
Parents Sue After Daughter’s Bounce House Injury in KnoxvilleParents Sue After Daughter’s Bounce House Injury in Knoxville

Parents Sue After Daughter’s Bounce House Injury in Knoxville

News Summary A Knoxville family is taking legal action after their daughter was hospitalized due to a traumatic incident at…

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Investigations Conclude for Two Knoxville PriestsInvestigations Conclude for Two Knoxville Priests

Investigations Conclude for Two Knoxville Priests

News Summary The Knoxville Catholic Diocese has announced the conclusion of investigations into two local priests, Fr. Joseph Reed and…

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