TPO debuts interactive crash map and infographic showing 796 pedestrian/cyclist crashes, 79 deaths (2020–2024) TPO staff launched a public interactive crash map and a bicycle/pedestrian infographic covering 2020–2024 that show 796 pedestrian/cyclist crashes in the region and 79 fatalities; five state arterial corridors accounted for a disproportionate share of crashes and fatalities.

The Knoxville Regional Transportation Planning Organization just launched an interactive crash map revealing alarming data: 796 pedestrian and cyclist crashes, with 79 fatalities over the past five years!

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Knoxville TPO adopts FY 2026–29 TIP, finds air‑quality conformity The Knoxville Regional Transportation Planning Organization on Oct. 22 approved its Fiscal Year 2026–2029 Transportation Improvement Program and an associated air‑quality conformity determination after federal and state reviewers offered only minor edits and no public comments were received during the 30‑day comment period.

The Knoxville TPO has just greenlit over $1 billion for transportation projects set to transform the region from 2026 to 2029!

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Driver Advocates Address Concerns Over Lyft Trip Distribution and Wait Times Drivers raise issues regarding trip distribution fairness and long wait times for Lyft services.

Knoxville residents are demanding answers as frustrations mount over unfair trip distribution and long wait times in the local lift system.

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Passenger Raises Concerns Over Lift Service Wait Times and Communication Issues Rider expresses frustration with excessive wait times and communication difficulties with lift services.

Frustrated riders in Knoxville are demanding answers as excessive wait times and communication breakdowns plague the local lift service.

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Knoxville Area Transit reviews agenda and approves May minutes Participants introduce themselves and unanimously approve May meeting minutes.

The Knoxville Area Transit meeting brought together local leaders to shape the future of transportation planning in the region.

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Tennessee TPO approves 10-year plan with 96 infrastructure projects including key interchanges TPO allocates $80 million for recurring projects, enhancing safety and infrastructure statewide.

Knoxville's TPO is set to transform the region with a game-changing $1 billion funding boost for 96 vital infrastructure projects!

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Transportation Planning Organization endorses Anderson County's safety plan for roadways TPO recommends endorsement of $30,000 safety plan for Anderson County road improvements.

The City of Knoxville is taking major strides to enhance roadway safety with a new $30,000 plan and a Citizens Advisory Committee to ensure your voice is heard!

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Knox County finalizes mobility plan with public comment deadline ahead of adoption Knox County prepares to adopt mobility plan with final review and public comments due by April.

Knoxville's bold new mobility plan is set to reshape transportation through 2050, but your voice is needed before the final adoption on April 30!

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Knox County removes multiple roadway projects from mobility plan due to funding issues Knox County officials remove several roadway projects from the mobility plan amid funding constraints.

Knoxville's recent meeting revealed significant shifts in the Transportation Improvement Program, as multiple roadway projects were scrapped due to funding constraints, sparking heated discussions about future mobility needs.

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Knoxville City Council debates bridge restoration and public transportation funding Council members discuss investments in Burlington and public transport solutions for bridge traffic.

Knoxville's City Council is at a crossroads, debating vital transportation upgrades and the urgent need for a balanced response to the opioid crisis.

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