State lawmakers have cleared Tennessee State University of accusations of academic fraud. The panel reviewing the case says the problem at TSU was not grade-fixing, but a failure of communication.
Lawmakers Clear TSU of Grade-Fixing Allegation
East Nashville Interstate Closure Wraps Up This Weekend
A construction project that has hampered downtown interstate traffic most weekends this summer is drawing to a close. This weekend workers will wrap up the bridge overhaul on I-24, east of LP Field.
Corker Withholds Comment on Democratic Opponent
Tennessee’s Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate has gained notoriety since his unexpected primary win. But the now-disavowed Democrat is getting almost no attention from his Republican opponent, Bob Corker.
Corker Calls Missouri Republican’s Rape Comments “Unbelievable”
Tennessee Senator Bob Corker stopped short of calling on Missouri Republican Todd Akin to end his bid for Senate. But Corker, a Republican, says he found Akin’s comments to be “unbelievable.”
Little-Leaguers’ World-Series Run Boosting Goodlettsville
A little-league baseball team from Goodlettsville is within just three wins of clinching a World Series title. It’s drawing all kinds of attention and praise to Goodlettsville, says longtime mayor and city manager David Wilson.
Davidson County Sheriff Announces Exit from Controversial 287(g) Program
The Davidson County Sheriff says he will discontinue his department’s role in deporting illegal immigrants. Daron Hall announced Tuesday that Nashville will no longer participate in the controversial immigration screening program known as 287(g).
Locker Calls Starter QB Job Dream Come True
The Tennessee Titans say second-year quarterback Jake Locker will be their starter this year. Veteran passer Matt Hasselbeck started last year, ending the season with a record of 9-7.
Amid 287(g) Stir, Committee Revises Proposal On Sheriff
Last night a group of Metro council members voted to delete a controversial part of a proposed list of Nashville’s sheriff’s duties. They’re dropping the word “interrogation,” amid claims it would cement the sheriff’s role in deporting undocumented immigrants.
Haslam Administration Pushes Back Against Anti-Islam Critics
Governor Bill Haslam says his administration’s coordination with a Muslim advocacy group has been “mischaracterized.” He says his office did not create the so-called American Muslim Advisory Council.
State Colleges Watchful Amid Push to Expand Gun Rights
State lawmakers and gun lobbyists are poised for another round in the fight over where Tennessee’s gun-owners can carry their weapons. Top officials in higher education are watching, and expect state colleges will be part of the fray.
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