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Peaceful Rally in Blount County Sunday

Rally: “Let Justice Ring” Sunday, June 7, 6-7 pm; Assembly at the MLK Center in Alcoa at 5 pm. The Alcoa Blount County NAACP in partnership with Blount County United and community churches in our “Let Justice Ring…

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DOJ Awards $400 Mil to Bolster ‘Community Policing’ Nationwide

Department of Justice Awards Nearly $400 Million for Law Enforcement Hiring to Advance Community Policing Washington, D.C. (June 2, 2020) – The Department of Justice today announced nearly $400 million in grant funding through the Department’s Office of…

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County Mayor’s Proposed Budget, No Tax Increase

Knox County Commissioners: (seated L-R) D1 Evelyn Gill, D4 and Chairman Hugh Nystrom, D2 and Vice-Chair Michele Carringer, D9 Carson Dailey, D7 Charles Busler. Standing L-R: D3 Randy Smith, D6 Brad Anders, At-large Seat 10 Larsen Jay, D5…

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Elizabeth Warren Endorses TN State Rep. Gloria Johnson

NATIONWIDE (May 2020) – Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren and former 2020 presidential candidate . Although she didn’t reign as the nominee, she continues to her work for the betterment of working and middle class Americans. Warren has endorsed…

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Rowland, TN State House Candidate Supports Expanding Medicare

(Editor’s note: This does not imply that Lauren Rider or any other member of the Knoxville City Council have committed their support for candidate Rowland. It only emphasizes that the two entities’ mutually support Medicaid expansion in the…

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Chris Blue Virtual Concert Fundraiser for Jane George State Senate D-6

“The Voice” winner Chris Blue headlines the event with dinner provided by “America’s Friendliest Place” Yassin’s Falafel House KNOXVILLE, TN – It isn’t every day that a candidate for state office throws a gala fundraising event by encouraging everyone to stay home….

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Mayor, KPD Chief Opt Out of State COVID-19 Database for Good Reasons

KNOXVILLE, TN (May 12, 2020) – Mayor Indya Kincannon and Police Chief Eve Thomas announced that the Knoxville Police Department will opt out of a state program that allows law-enforcement officers across Tennessee to access a database of…

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Hoyos for Congress Campaign Yields to Assist Constituents during Pandemic

Renee Hoyos for Congress campaign continues to build momentum while diverting resources to address the needs of constituents in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. KNOXVILLE, TN May 7, 2020) –  Democratic Congressional Candidate Renee Hoyos announced that…

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Elizabeth Rowland is a Candidate for TN State Representative

Elizabeth Rowland wants to be your next TN State Rep. for Dist. 16, as State Rep. (R) Bill Dunn retires. Knoxville, TN (April 26, 2020) – Knoxville non-profit founder, policy analyst, community advocate, and entrepreneur Elizabeth Rowland announced…

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Candidate for TN State House Releases Black Agenda

Matthew Park releases new policy: “A Black Agenda for Tennessee” Knoxville, Tennessee (28 April 2020) – Matthew Park, progressive democratic candidate for the statehouse district 15 race, released a Black agenda for Tennessee. The agenda was inspired by…

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CDC Reports U.S. COVID-19 Cases by Demographics

CDC Demographics of COVID-19 cases in the USA from information received. Updated Daily: This information is based on data confirmed at 4 pm ET the day before. Numbers reported on Saturdays and Sundays are preliminary and not yet confirmed…

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Stacey Abrams Candid Conversation on Governance

NATIONWIDE (April 28, 2020) – Stacey Abrams will be the virtual guest of Robert Reich and Inequality Media today at 2 pm. You can tune-in at anytime here. The discussion includes; Gov. Brian Kemp’s reckless decision to reopen…

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State of the City Address includes a COVID-19 Recovery Fund

MAYOR INDYA KINCANNON DELIVERS HER FIRST STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS BY VIDEO, ANNOUNCES COVID-19 RECOVERY FUND KNOXVILLE, TN (April 24, 2020) – Mayor Indya Kincannon proposed her first budget for the City of Knoxville amidst unprecedented times….

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COVID-19 mandate Mayor’s 1st State of the City Address to be Virtual

Revised plans for newly elected Mayor Kincannon’s 1st State of the City of Knoxville and Budget release.   KNOXVILLE, TN (April 20, 2020) – The City of Knoxville announced that the City’s budget will still be released, as…

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Knox County Mayor Jacobs to Furlough Employees Beginning May 9

Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs announced a temporary furlough for county government employees as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The furlough will affect a yet-to-be-determined number of employees in the fee offices and every executive branch department….

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Interfaith Health Clinic Gets Support from Congressional Candidate

POLITICS/LOCAL Hoyos launches fundraiser for Interfaith Health Clinic with a $1,000 donation during increased need from the COVID-19 crisis. KNOXVILLE, TN — The campaign volunteers for Rene Hoyos for Congress have shifted their efforts to meet the needs…

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Candidates Park, Lundy, Durrett to hold Online Rally

Matthew Park’s Campaign for State House to host a virtual (online) rally with county commission candidates Dasha Lundy and Courtney Durrett Knoxville, TN (8 April 2020) – Matthew Park, progressive democratic candidate for State House Dist. 15, will…

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Hoyos Decries TN Congressman’s Insider Trading

OPINION Candidate for Congress Renee Hoyos asks elected officials to put people over personal profits. KNOXVILLE, TN (April 3, 2020) – Community leader and clean water advocate Renee Hoyos is calling for a ban on members of Congress…

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NWPC Endorsing Renee Hoyos for Congress

National Women’s Political Caucus, founders include Shirley Chisholm, Gloria Steinem, and Fannie Lou Hammer, Endorse Renee Hoyos for Congress. KNOXVILLE, TN – This week, Congressional Candidate Renee Hoyos received the endorsement of the National Women’s Political Caucus in…

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Tennesseans Endorsing Bernie Sanders for President

Local Leaders, Pastors, Activist in Nashville and Memphis Tennessee Endorse Bernie Sanders for President  WASHINGTON (February 29, 2020) -Days before the Super Tuesday primary, seven elected officials, community and religious leaders in Nashville and Memphis have announced that…

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UPDATE!!Bradshaw for Senate Meet & Greet TODAY at Chef Mo’s

Candidate for United States Senate Marquita Bradshaw is running for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Tennessee. She has declared candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on August 6, 2020. Bradshaw will be in Knoxville to share her platform…

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2020 Election Information Made Plain & Simple

Consider taking advantage of early voting locations. When early voting locations are not district-specific. You can vote at a location convenient to your work, shopping, or a location convenient to your daily traveling route. Early voting locations in…

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Presidential Candidates’ Representatives to be in Blount County

Blount County Democratic Party to Host Presidential Campaign Representatives for questions, answers, and dialogue. What would you like to know? ALCOA, TN (February 2020) – Blount County Democratic Party (BCDP) is offering an opportunity for the community to…

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Dem Delegates for the Presidential Convention Closes Soon

Let’s Go to Milwaukee! The Tennessee Democratic Party is preparing to select the Delegation to the 2020 Presidential Convention in Milwaukee, to be held the week of July 13, 2020.  If you’re a dedicated Democrat who wants to…

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Mayor Kincannon supports body-worn cameras for KPD patrol officers

Mayor Indya Kincannon announced at the Jan. 28th City Council meeting that she is committed to providing body-worn cameras to all patrol officers in Knoxville.   (Press Release) January 29, 2020) Mayor Kincannon announced her support after thoroughly…

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Knoxville, TN
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Humidity: 74%
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Weather forecast for today
On Tuesday, in Knoxville, a mix of clouds and blue sky is expected. The maximum anticipated temperature is a hot 89.6°F, while the minimum temperature will be an enjoyable 66.2°F. The maximum heat index, which reflects the perceived temperature due to humidity levels, is appraised at a steamy 96.8°F. Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit degrees. It will feel hotter, with a temperature more typical of June's average maximum of 86°F. Sunrise will be at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:37 pm; the daylight will last for 14h and 11min.

Weather forecast for tomorrow
Tomorrow, on Wednesday, a low, thick cloud deck is likely to persist. The predicted temperature range extends from a high of a hot 87.8°F to a low of an enjoyable 66.2°F. The maximum heat index, which indicates how humid air affects the felt temperature, is estimated at a steamy 95°F. Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit degrees. With a forecast of 87.8°F, the day’s weather feels closer to June than May. Sunrise will be at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:38 pm; tomorrow's daylight will last for 14h and 13min.

Long term weather forecast
Looking ahead to the next ten days, primarily storm-filled and occasionally gloomy weather is forecasted. Rainfall is predicted for Friday through next Thursday. Noticeable swings in temperature are expected in the upcoming period. The maximum temperature will vary between 77°F and 89.6°F, while the nighttime low will be mostly stable, as the minimum temperature will fluctuate between 64.4°F and 66.2°F. The hottest day is today, with a maximum temperature of 89.6°F; expect the coldest day on Friday with a high of 77°F. Combining with the humidity, the maximum feel-like temperature may increase and range between 77°F and a sweltering 96.8°F.

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