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U.S. Citizen Tells of Horror After Being Arrested by ICE

My name is Brandon Siguenza, and I am a US citizen from Minneapolis. On January 11, while doing legal observation, ICE stopped their cars to harass my friend and me. They sprayed pepper spray into the vent of our vehicle. We held our hands in the air and told them we were not obstructing, that the car was in park and they were free to drive forward and away. There was no active immigration raid. They returned to their cars, and drove forward a bit, then decided to stop again. They surrounded us, smashed the windows of our car...

Knox County Mayor Jacobs Weekly Update

During his Weekly Update, Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs talks about the progress of Operation Hero’s Hill, celebrates Dolly Parton’s 80th birthday, and reflects on the passing of former Knox County Executive Tommy Schumpert.

Zoo Knoxville Welcomes New Red Panda, Khyana

Zoo Knoxville is proud to introduce Khyana (key-AH-nuh), a 6-year-old female red panda with a big personality and an inspiring story.

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Knox County Offers Home Modifications for Income-Eligible Older Adults

The Knox County Home Rehabilitation Program (KCHR) is now providing no cost customized home improvements for adults aged 62 years and older.

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Progress On Sevier Avenue Streetscapes, Rail Trail, More Parking

Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon joined Old Sevier Merchants Association business owners Thursday evening, heard their ideas and shared updates on several key projects.


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Covenant Health Opens Eighth Urgent Care Clinic On Cumberland Avenue

Covenant Health has opened an urgent care location on Cumberland Avenue, marking the nonprofit hospital system’s eighth new urgent care clinic to open in just two years.

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Knoxville Is Prepared for Brrrr Weather

With temperatures plunging and the possibility of winter’s first snowfall later this week, City crews are prepared for whatever Mother Nature might throw at Knoxville.

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Knoxville Residents May Be Eligible for Free Parking Credits

Today, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced a settlement with Metropolis Technologies, Inc. (Metropolis), ending a years-long investigation by the Attorney General’s Office into the private parking company.

KCDC Officially Opens the Overlook at Beaumont Residential Community

Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC), along with business and community leaders and residents, officially opened the first new housing development of the Transforming Western initiative on January 14.

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Gay St. Bridge Celebration Set for January 16

The City of Knoxville will hold a Gay Street Bridge Fun Walk, Run or Bike celebration in conjunction with the Knoxville Track Club. The event will be held on Friday, January 16, at 6:00 pm.

Knoxville Resident Demands Audit of Multi-Million Dollar Public Asset Transferred for $1.00

Crystal Flack, a local advocate and resident, has formally filed a grievance and records request with the City of Knoxville and the Industrial Development Board (IDB) regarding the property located at 2410 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.

Winter Farmers Market Reopens January 17th At Market Square

tnAchieves is celebrating after surpassing its mentor recruitment goal! More than 5,398 volunteers raised their hands to support students in 2026 as they take their next steps.

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Gov. Lee, First Lady Visit Tennessee National Guard Task Forces Deployed in Middle East, Europe

Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and First Lady Maria Lee returned from traveling to the Middle East and Europe to visit more than 450 soldiers from the Tennessee Army National Guard’s 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment.




Tennessee Files Lawsuit Against Roblox
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has sued online gaming giant Roblox, alleging the company lures children into an environment it knows is dangerous but promises is safe.

Senator Briggs reflects on the Holidays and looks ahead to the 2026 General Assembly
As we approach Christmas, I’m reminded once again of the values that make Tennessee such a remarkable place to call home. 
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Tennessee Highway Patrol Graduates 10 State Troopers

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Newest State Park Dedicated
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A New Park at the Heart of Adventure
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Tennessee State Parks Celebrates Dedication of Fiery Gizzard State Park


Crack Down on Human Trafficking in Transportation Industry
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Catherine Cortez Masto  introduced the Trafficker Restrictions for Aviation, Federal Freight, and Interstate Carriers (TRAFFIC) Act, which would strengthen federal efforts to combat human trafficking.

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Up to $5 Million Reward for A Leader of Los Choneros in Ecuador
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Marines Airlift Relief to Hurricane-Hit Jamaica
   

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