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#KnoxvilleJobWellDone: Stormwater Crosses the Streams for Quality

Charissa Oglesby is a stormwater detective. Her clues include insects, stinky odors, oxygen levels and bacterial content. Her beat is the waterways of Knoxville. At 8 a.m. on a Thursday, ... more»

Posted by ptravis On May 22, 2021 at 8:36 AM

Victim Identified from Fatal MLK Jr. Avenue Shooting

The victim from the fatal shooting that occurred on Thursday night at 2239 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue has been identified as Vincent Williams, 28 of Knoxville. 57-year-old Ralphelle James was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and convicted felon in possession of a weapon after wi ... more»

Posted by serland On May 21, 2021 at 1:12 PM

Fund Continues to Support Historic Preservation

May is Historic Preservation Month and a timely opportunity to provide an update on two projects that have received funds from the City’s Historic Preservation Fund. Mayor Kincannon’s 2021-22 Budg ... more»

Posted by ptravis On May 21, 2021 at 10:52 AM

Tips for Greening Your Spring Cleaning

Hooray for Spring! Thanks to Daylight Savings, we have longer, brighter days and more time and energy for taking care of our homes. The City’s Waste and Resources Management office is here to g ... more»

Posted by ptravis On May 21, 2021 at 9:24 AM

Fatal Shooting at 2239 MLK Jr. Avenue; Suspect Arrested and Charged

At around 8:28 p.m. on Thursday, May 20, 2021, Knoxville Police Department officers responded to 2239 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue on the report of a shooting with victim. Upon officer arrival, a 28-year-old male was located in the parking lot of the apartment complex suffering from a gunshot wound ... more»

Posted by serland On May 21, 2021 at 12:26 AM

#KnoxvilleJobWellDone: City's Fleet Ranked No. 34 in Nation

Last year, the City ranked No. 61 on the list of the 100 Best Fleets in America, as rated by the National Association of Fleet Administrators. It was Knoxville's first-ever NAFA ranking. This year, ... more»

Posted by evreeland On May 20, 2021 at 12:16 PM

KPD Seeking Information in Murder of Muhammad Allen

As the investigation into the fatal shooting of 41-year-old Knoxville native Muhammad Allen continues, Knoxville Police Department Violent Crimes Unit investigators are seeking any information from anybody who witnessed the shooting, was in the area of 2710 Louise Avenue at around the time of the sh ... more»

Posted by serland On May 19, 2021 at 4:21 PM

Shooting on Sunset Avenue, Suspect in Custody

At around 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, Knoxville Police Department officers responded to 2924 Sunset Avenue in reference to a shooting with victim. Upon arrival, an adult female was found in the front yard of the residence suffering from at least one gunshot wound. The victim was transported ... more»

Posted by serland On May 18, 2021 at 9:15 PM

Monthly Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Scheduled for Saturday, June 12

The Knoxville Police Department will host its monthly Child Safety Seat Checkpoint on Saturday, June 12 at the Phil E. Keith Training Center located at 6388 Cement Plant Road in Knoxville, Tennessee. Due to current staffing availability and COVID-19 precautions, checks will be available by appoi ... more»

Posted by serland On May 18, 2021 at 3:11 PM

#KnoxvilleJobWellDone: Meet the Man Behind the Landscaping on Market Square

They're fondly known as the six most beloved trees in Knoxville. You know them - the sawtooth oaks that grace and shade Market Square. Joe Collins took note of the threadbare area at the foot of th ... more»

Posted by evreeland On May 18, 2021 at 10:28 AM

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