Prosecutors: no negative intentions in Tennessee legal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
Kilmer Abrego Garcia is shown at the Center with legal counsel after being released from a Putnam County, Tennessee jail on August 22, 2025. NASHVILLE – Federal prosecutors are opposing claims regarding human smuggling charges against Kilmer Abrego Garcia, suggesting these are part of a retaliatory campaign linked to the Trump administration. In a filing […]
Soybean farmers in Tennessee confront a challenging situation due to inflation, extreme weather, and tariffs.
Tennessee Soybean Farmers Face Hardships in Harvest Season Tennessee soybean farmers are dealing with a tough harvest season. With reduced crop yields and rising production costs amid inflation, trade negotiations—or the lack thereof—with China, the state’s largest soybean buyer, have resulted in prices that barely cover expenses. “It’s like a thousand cuts,” described Stephen Maupin, […]
Tennessee House speaker calls for a team to tackle Memphis gangs.
Tennessee Lawmaker Calls for Troop Deployment in Memphis Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton has expressed support for sending both federal and state troops to Memphis to tackle rising gang activity. During a recent press briefing, he mentioned discussions with the Trump administration regarding deploying the National Guard in West Tennessee, emphasizing the need for additional […]
Democrats debate electability at forum for Tennessee Congressional District 7
The Democratic candidates for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District participated in a forum at the Nashville Forum on September 9. All four Democrats running for a position in the GOP-dominated area believe the upcoming special election in December will act as a counter to the Trump administration. But, interestingly, each candidate viewed it as a personal […]
Groups in Alabama urge lawmakers to resist privatizing the Tennessee Valley Authority
Alabama Coalition Opposes TVA Privatization Efforts On Tuesday, a group of 43 Alabama organizations came together to voice their opposition to attempts at privatizing Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) officials. This coalition includes unions, civic organizations, faith groups, and nonprofits. They argue that privatization would lead to higher electricity costs, job losses, and weaker environmental protections. […]
Consolidation of television station ownership in the state restricts choices for residents of Tennessee
Tennessee residents may soon find their news options dwindling, as two major media companies are exploring the possibility of purchasing a local television station. It’s not something we often think about, but the proposed merger of two significant television owners could drastically affect news availability in Tennessee and beyond. This situation also highlights how excessive […]
Republican from East Tennessee seeks governor’s seat to challenge the “Nashville establishment”
Monty Fritz Declares Candidacy for Governor in 2026 Monty Fritz, a representative from Kingston, declared on September 5 his intention to run for the Republican nomination for governor in 2026. He aims to challenge what he views as excessive government spending and overreach. His decision to enter the race stems from a desire for greater […]
Limited differences exist between candidates and Trump in Tennessee Congressional Debate
The four Republican candidates are set to engage in a discussion on September 5th, just over a week before early voting kicks off. From left to right, we have Matt Van Epps, a former general services commissioner; Rep. Lee Reves; Jody Barrett; and Gino Bruso. Rep. Jody Barrett kicked off the debate on Friday with […]
Tennessee nonprofits rush to help immigrant crime victims following new federal regulations.
Concerns Grow Over Funding Cuts Affecting Crime Victim Support in Tennessee For nearly ten years, Catholic charities in East Tennessee have depended on federal support to offer legal aid to victims of elder abuse, domestic violence, and child abuse. However, this summer, the Knoxville nonprofit learned from the Tennessee Criminal Justice Program that federal grants […]
Tennessee challenges judge’s ruling that prevents law making it illegal to help minors obtain an abortion.
Tennessee has initiated a lawsuit following a federal judge’s ruling that effectively makes it illegal to permanently obstruct certain state laws aimed at assisting minors in obtaining out-of-state abortions. The “Abortion Trafficking of Minors” Act of 2024 establishes a misdemeanor offense for “intentionally recruiting, transporting, or aiding pregnant minors” in their pursuit of an abortion […]