Saturday marks the end of federal unemployment benefits in Tennessee — two months earlier than originally scheduled. Conservative politicians and some business groups have suggested that workers preferred to rely on those benefits rather than go back to working at businesses like restaurants and hotels. But hospitality workers and organizers say that’s inaccurate. Nneka Ebbe, […]
‘There’s No Shortage,’ Say Tennessee Hospitality Workers. They Believe The Industry Must Change.
Tennessee’s Transgender Bathroom Signage Requirement Challenged In Court And In Public On Day 1
Tennessee’s new rule that requires posted signs at places that allow transgender people to use multi-person restrooms has attracted a rush of opposition on its first day in effect. The law signed by Gov. Bill Lee started July 1, despite legal efforts to halt implementation.
Nashville Police Officer Charged With Murder Agrees To Last-Minute Plea Deal Before Trial
The first Metro Nashville Police Department officer charged with murder for an on-duty killing will not stand trial.
For Newly Forming UT Southern, The Mascot Blends The Clashing Colors Of 2 Merged Schools
Martin Methodist College in Pulaski is now officially part of the University of Tennessee system. Starting today, it’s known as UT Southern. One challenge has been finding a way to blend the school colors of red and highlighter orange.
Grammy Award Winning Rapper Nas Will Perform A Concert With The Nashville Symphony
The Nashville Symphony is quickly rescheduling concerts called off because of COVID-19. And first up is a one-night event at Ascend Amphitheater with legendary rapper Nas.
Delke Trial: Nashville Attorney Breaks Down What To Expect In Court During Murder Trial Of Nashville Police Officer
Jim Todd, who’s practiced as a Nashville prosecutor and a defense attorney, says the first murder trial against a Nashville police officer for an on-duty shooting is a very difficult case to break down.
After Securing A Major Raise, Nashville Teachers Still Weigh What Kind Of Difference It Will Make
Ever since becoming a teacher at Metro Nashville Public Schools, Teneice Kirby had to choose between paying off her student loans or buying groceries. But, with the newly approved teacher raise, Kirby says she can now afford both.
A Nashville Landlord And Tenant Struggle With Red Tape While Waiting For Rent Relief
A Nashville landlord and tenant are finally getting some answers on when financial relief will come after waiting since March.
How Roy Acuff’s Fiddle Made It From WWII Germany To Nashville’s Country Music Hall Of Fame
A fiddle found in a bombed music store in Frankfurt, Germany, during World War II has made its way to Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. When soldiers found the fiddle, they sent it to country music star Roy Acuff, whose music they listened to during their service.
‘Natural Immunity’ Helps Drive Down COVID In Tennessee, Despite Being Far From U.S. Vaccination Goal
There are parts of Tennessee where COVID has all but disappeared, despite vaccination rates that are among the lowest in the nation.
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