Tennessee stops financing the legal clinic that supports immigrant crime victims
The Tennessee Department of Criminal Justice Program has stopped grants to agencies offering legal support to immigrants who are crime victims. This shift has impacted organizations like the Tennessee Union, which has traditionally helped immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. On June 30, the Immigration Law Clinic, a nonprofit that provided […]
Tennessee candidates for governor adopt varying financial approaches
Two candidates for the Republican nomination for governor in Tennessee are approaching fundraising quite differently, even with a year until the primary. Rep. John Rose, hailing from Cookville, has personally loaned his campaign $5 million and raised an additional $1.1 million through his state account. Notably, most contributions have come from fellow Tennesseans. On the […]
Tennessee governor hesitant to send troops to Memphis
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee stated during a press conference on Tuesday that he does not intend to deploy National Guard troops in Tennessee cities for law enforcement purposes, nor will he accept federal forces to patrol Memphis, despite directives from the president. Lee mentioned that, as of now, “We don’t have a National Guard.” He […]
Knoxville residents express concerns about the privatization of the Tennessee Valley Authority at a public hearing.
Tennessee Valley Bureau Hearing Highlights Community Concerns At a meeting on August 21, 2025, in Knoxville, residents voiced their desire for the Tennessee Valley Bureau to maintain its public utility status. The hearing came just a day before the TVA board meeting, following President Donald Trump’s threat to dismiss the board if it didn’t replace […]
Survey indicates a tie among leading four Republicans in Tennessee special congressional election
A recent poll indicates a heated race among the top four Republican candidates vying for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District, aiming to succeed former US Rep. Mark Green. Conducted by Spry Strategy for Americans for Prosperity Tennessee, a conservative advocacy group, the poll surveyed 500 registered voters in the district ahead of the October 7 primary. […]
Brian Harris, who played a key role in implementing the abortion ban as head of Tennessee Right to Life, has passed away.
Brian Harris, Advocate for Anti-Abortion Efforts, Passes Away at 57 Brian Harris, a prominent figure and lobbyist in the anti-abortion movement, passed away Saturday at his home in South Carolina after a prolonged illness. He was 57 years old. For over two decades, Harris served as the president of Tennessee Right to Life, an organization […]
The connection between the redistricting disputes in Texas and California and Tennessee
Tennessee’s constituency in 2022 divided Nashville into three legislative districts. (Photo: John Partipilo/Tennessee Lookout) There’s been a lot of chatter lately about the state of American democracy, but the rezoning battles in Texas and California really stand out as particularly troubling. You see, when a party is in power, they often redraw district lines just […]
USDA allocates $89 million, primarily in loans, to enhance utilities in rural Tennessee
On August 18, 2025, the US Department of Agriculture revealed an investment of $89 million aimed at supporting rural communities in Tennessee through enhanced utility services and infrastructure improvements. These funds primarily consist of loans. Duck River Electric Membership Corporation, located in Shelbyville, stands out as a key player in this investment, receiving the bulk […]
Tennessee provides financial support to factories affected by hurricane damage.
The three businesses in East Tennessee that suffered significant damage due to Hurricane Helen in fall 2024 will each receive a substantial $1 million grant to help rehire staff and restart their operations. Governor Bill Lee, alongside Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWater, announced that grants totaling over $4 million will go to a […]
It’s time for the Confederate battle flag to be removed from a Tennessee county seal.
There’s a growing concern among Tennesseans regarding the influence of universities linked to the Trump administration’s attempts to reshape historical narratives—particularly around America’s painful legacy of slavery and the rights of LGBTQ+ military members. Recently, Donald Trump made headlines during a visit to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., where he challenged the Smithsonian Institution, […]