Tennessee officials support Musk’s tunnel project for Nashville airport
Underground Tunnel Planned from Nashville Airport to Downtown Tennessee officials and representatives from Elon Musk’s company recently gathered to reveal plans for an underground tunnel known as the “Music City Loop.” This project aims to connect Nashville’s International Airport with downtown, potentially transforming travel in the region. The Boring Company plans to excavate a 10-mile […]
Education Department to release disputed K-12 funding
WASHINGTON – On Friday, the Trump administration announced it would finally release billions in education funding that had been on hold for several weeks, though they plan to postpone spending for K-12 schools across the country. Funds meant for immigration education, English language learning, and various other initiatives were supposed to be distributed prior to […]
Bakery company plans to create 400 jobs in Fayette County within five years
Vibrant Health Products, a subsidiary specializing in baked goods from Canada, is set to invest $48.5 million in its inaugural U.S. manufacturing facility located in Fayette County, aiming to create 394 jobs over the next five years, as announced on Friday. Rossville, a small town of around 1,200 residents straddling the southwest border of Fayette […]
Tennessee media organization contests law restricting access to police activities
A coalition of media organizations, including Tennessee Silence Lookout, is contesting new legislation that makes it a crime to approach law enforcement officers within 25 feet after being instructed to move away. This “buffer” law outlines circumstances under which journalists and others could face arrest and misdemeanor charges. Situations could involve traffic stops, active investigations, […]
European imports to face 15% tariffs following Trump’s trade agreement
Trade Framework Announced by Trump and EU Leaders WASHINGTON – Over the weekend, President Donald Trump and leaders from the European Union revealed a new trade framework, which includes a 15% import tax on goods from the EU. This announcement comes just days before a voluntary deadline related to emergency fees. The agreement stipulates that […]
Tennessee electric cooperative proposes plan to construct a power plant at West Tennessee megasite
Tennessee Electricity Providers Plan New Power Plants A group of nonprofit electricity providers in Tennessee is taking steps to develop parts of the West Tennessee Mega Site into power plants meant to generate additional electricity during peak demand. This cooperative is focusing on around 100 acres near a new substation built by Tennessee Valley Authority […]
Court upholds national ban on birthright citizenship directive.
9th Circuit Challenges Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order WASHINGTON – The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court’s decision to block President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship order nationally, even in light of a recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that cautioned against broad immigration measures. This development suggests the matter may return […]
US House addresses college athletes’ rights as two committees endorse player compensation bill
WASHINGTON — On Wednesday, two U.S. House committees advanced measures aimed at creating a national framework for compensating university athletes, bringing them closer to becoming law. The final outcome remains uncertain as the Democratic members expressed concerns, particularly regarding the lack of labor protections for athletes and the potential for granting the NCAA what they […]
Trade agreement between the US and Japan imposes a 15% tax on imported cars and includes a $550 billion investment in the US.
Trump Announces Trade Deal with Japan WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump announced late Tuesday that he has initiated a substantial trade agreement with Japan aimed at reducing high tariffs on Japanese goods. Negotiators from Japan indicated that this deal will significantly lower the country’s top export rate related to cars. As per Trump’s new framework, […]
Major, appealing law receives largely doubtful response in recent unbiased survey
WASHINGTON – A recent survey by the nonpartisan health research group KFF reveals that many Americans feel the new Republican laws significantly impact them, often negatively. Released on Thursday, the poll indicates that 46% of respondents believe these tax and spending reduction laws will harm them or their families, while 28% think the laws won’t […]
