Politics

Knox County Targets Hazardous Recycling Facility for RevitalizationKnox County Targets Hazardous Recycling Facility for Revitalization

Knox County Targets Hazardous Recycling Facility for Revitalization

News Summary Knox County plans to acquire two properties in North Knoxville, currently home to a problematic recycling facility. The…

2 weeks ago
Knoxville Parents File Lawsuit After Daughter’s DeathKnoxville Parents File Lawsuit After Daughter’s Death

Knoxville Parents File Lawsuit After Daughter’s Death

News Summary The parents of Sarah Shanks have initiated a lawsuit against her husband, Dr. Ryan Henry Shanks, following her…

2 weeks ago
Janitorial Staff Arrested in Laptop Theft at Tennessee AgencyJanitorial Staff Arrested in Laptop Theft at Tennessee Agency

Janitorial Staff Arrested in Laptop Theft at Tennessee Agency

News Summary In a shocking turn of events, two janitorial staff members in Knoxville, TN, face theft charges after allegedly…

2 weeks ago
Rethinking Higher Education in Tennessee: Tuition Costs DebateRethinking Higher Education in Tennessee: Tuition Costs Debate

Rethinking Higher Education in Tennessee: Tuition Costs Debate

News Summary In Tennessee, the rising costs of higher education have sparked a growing debate about the value of college…

3 weeks ago
School Closures in East Tennessee and Kentucky Due to Illness and FloodingSchool Closures in East Tennessee and Kentucky Due to Illness and Flooding

School Closures in East Tennessee and Kentucky Due to Illness and Flooding

News Summary East Tennessee and Kentucky are experiencing widespread school closures as health concerns rise amidst a peak flu season…

3 weeks ago
Important Legal Notices for Knoxville ResidentsImportant Legal Notices for Knoxville Residents

Important Legal Notices for Knoxville Residents

News Summary Residents of Knoxville, TN need to be informed about a series of important legal notices related to estate…

3 weeks ago
Knoxville Gang Leader Sentenced to 45 Years in PrisonKnoxville Gang Leader Sentenced to 45 Years in Prison

Knoxville Gang Leader Sentenced to 45 Years in Prison

News Summary Bryan Cornelius, a gang leader in Knoxville, has received a 45-year prison sentence for his role in drug…

3 weeks ago
Knoxville Ends Partnership with Turn Up Knox Amid ControversyKnoxville Ends Partnership with Turn Up Knox Amid Controversy

Knoxville Ends Partnership with Turn Up Knox Amid Controversy

News Summary The city of Knoxville has officially terminated its contract with the nonprofit Turn Up Knox, citing management issues…

3 weeks ago
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…

3 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…

3 weeks ago