Knoxville's vibrant Black History Month events offer a deep dive into African American heritage, with engaging art, performances and historical tours.

The late Robert Booker, a longtime columnist, wrote in 2022 about how much of Knoxville's rich history is found in Black-run publications of the past.

A historic Knoxville building on W. Jackson Avenue, known as The Standard, has been placed under a preservation easement to ensure the 1930 building is protected for years to come.

In 1917 and 1918, the Tennessee River froze. It caused a lot of problems, so Knoxville tried to fix it − with dynamite.