Listen Republican lawmakers in the Tennessee House of Representatives will soon decide the fate of Speaker Glen Casada. The embattled lawmaker has faced backlash after racist and sexist text messages between him and his former chief of staff were leaked to the media.
The Tri-Star State: GOP Lawmakers Weigh Their Confidence In House Speaker Glen Casada
Liver Distribution Rules Opposed By Vanderbilt Suspended Amid Court Challenge
The United Network for Organ Sharing is returning to its old distribution map governing donated livers after a federal court in Atlanta threatened to hold the agency in contempt.
Donnie Johnson Executed For 1984 Murder Of His Wife
Listen A West Tennessee man was put death Thursday night at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville. Donnie Johnson received lethal injection for the 1984 slaying of his wife, Connie. Supporters had emphasized Johnson’s religious awakening while behind bars, and his final moments reflected a spiritual theme.
Complaint Claims Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada Violated Campaign Laws
Listen A complaint against House Speaker Glen Casada was filed Thursday with the Nashville District Attorney. A local activist said Casada’s political action committee broke a state election law in 2018.
New Bridgestone Arena Deal Keeps Predators, Eliminates City Subsidy
Listen An overhauled agreement will dramatically change how downtown Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena is funded and managed.
Budget Bump Doubles Size Of Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network
Listen The Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network will more than double in size thanks to a budget bump from state government. Governor Bill Lee directed an additional $625,000 in recurring money to the nonprofit as part of a broader effort aimed at improving mental health.
Nashville May Cut Bus Service And Raise Fares Because Of Budget Shortfall
Despite widespread agreement that Nashville’s public transportation needs improvements, the city’s WeGo bus system will need to reduce services this…
The Nashville Man Who Used To Be A Country Star — In West Africa
Sometimes, when Pierre Tra works the night shift at a nursing home in southeast Nashville, he’ll step off into a corner and record himself singing into…
More GOP Lawmakers Call For Special Meeting To Discuss Future Of Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada
At least 10 Republican lawmakers in Tennessee have publicly called for a caucus meeting to discuss the fate of House Speaker Glen Casada. According to GOP Caucus bylaws, that’s the minimum number of lawmakers needed to trigger a special meeting.
Amid Legal Fight, Policy Takes Effect That May Divert Some Donated Organs From The South
Listen As of 7:51 a.m. Tuesday, the method for distributing donated organs to dying patients became a bit more equitable. Or at least, that’s what the United Network for Organ Sharing intended when it crafted new distribution rules.
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