Day eight of the shutdown: Congress deadlock continues as first federal payday without payment approaches
WASHINGTON — Congress has just a week to resolve the deadlock and secure government funding, or active-duty military personnel risk missing their first paychecks due to the ongoing government shutdown. Subsequent to that, federal civilian workers and legislative staff will also face delayed payments, a situation that typically escalates pressure on both Democrats and Republicans […]
Most people are not satisfied with RFK Jr.’s performance and are skeptical of claims connecting autism to Tylenol, according to a KFF poll.
WASHINGTON — A recent poll from KFF reveals that many Americans are not satisfied with the job performance of Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the government’s vaccine policy. Released on Thursday, this nonpartisan survey showed a considerable disapproval rate. Interestingly, a large portion of respondents (77%) were aware of […]
Air traffic control staffing remains stable, but the stress from the shutdown concerns the DOT.
On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced there were no travel delays attributed to staffing issues at U.S. air traffic control facilities. This comes after recent delays were noted due to increased absenteeism. According to an operational plan shared around noon ET, which marked the eighth day of the federal government shutdown, all facilities […]
Vanderbilt campus organizations resist the higher education agreement proposed by the Trump administration
Kirkland Hall at Vanderbilt University has become a focal point for debate regarding a new policy introduced by the Trump administration, which requires the university to sign a compliance agreement to access federal funding. This move is causing some unease among various campus organizations. As of Wednesday, over 900 members of the Vanderbilt community, including […]
Justin Pearson, a Memphis state representative, will run against U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen in the 2026 Democratic primary.
State Representative Justin Pearson announced at Alonzo Weaver Park in Memphis that he intends to run against longtime 9th District Representative Steve Cohen in the 2026 Democratic primary. Pearson has gained attention on a national level for his advocacy against gun violence. His campaign announcement, which took place in a picnic area beside Mitchell High […]
Splitting up districts: The downside of mid-term redistricting in Kentucky
Louisville resides in Kentucky’s 3rd Congressional District. A past Congressional representative expresses concerns that Nashville is raising alarms about potentially dividing the state’s largest city into separate districts. The unsettling possibility of mid-term gerrymandering is emerging in Kentucky, and the potential fallout for the state’s federal representation is significant. The situation started when former President […]
Comey, the former FBI Director, enters a not guilty plea to criminal charges pushed by Trump.
James Comey Pleads Not Guilty in Virginia Federal Court ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Former FBI Director James Comey entered a not guilty plea on Wednesday to two felony charges in a federal court in Virginia, responding to an indictment that has many calling it an unusual pressure campaign from President Donald Trump. A federal grand jury […]
Memphis state representative Justin Pearson will run against U.S. Representative Steve Cohen in the 2026 Democratic primary.
Memphis Sen. Justin J. Pearson, who has become well-known for his activism against gun violence, plans to take on veteran US House representative Steve Cohen in the 2026 Democratic primary. According to sources from the Tennessee Observatory, Pearson will officially announce his campaign on Wednesday, though details hadn’t been released at the time this article […]
In Nashville, immigration raids discourage crime victims from reporting incidents
Impact of Immigration Raids on Crime Reporting in Nashville Carina Fernandez, who supervises crisis consultation for the Nashville Metro Police, has noted that crime victims are now less willing to come forward since a significant immigration crackdown occurred in May. Counselors at the Family Safety Center routinely reach out to crime victims, offering free support […]
Van Epps and Behn secure victories in the Middle Tennessee U.S. House primary
Democrat Aftyn Behn from Nashville and Republican Matt Van Epps, a former General Services Commissioner, will compete in the special election for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District. Van Epps secured his place after winning the GOP primary with nearly 49% of about 35,000 votes, surpassing Dixon state Rep. Jody Barrett, who garnered around 27%. His success […]