House Speaker Glen Casada issued a written apology Wednesday for a series of racist and sexist texts between him and a top aide and put out an “action plan” meant to restore trust in his office — all in an effort to head off a serious challenge to his leadership.
Casada Attempts Damage Control, Issuing Apology And Promising Diversity Training
Scott Gilmer Named House Speaker’s New Chief Of Staff
House Speaker Glen Casada has named a veteran of the state legislature to be his new chief of staff, replacing a top aide who resigned Monday. Scott Gilmer held the same position under Casada’s predecessor as House speaker, Nashville Republican Beth Harwell, and he stayed on after her retirement in January to join Casada’s staff.
Nashville Voters Will Decide On Two Metro Charter Amendments
In addition to choosing the mayor and numerous council members this summer, Nashville voters will also decide on two Metro Charter amendments.
Tennessee’s Black Lawmakers Want Investigation Into Texts And Email Sent By Aide To House Speaker
Listen Black lawmakers in the state legislature are calling for an independent investigation into text messages sent by House Speaker Glen Casada and his now former chief of staff, as well as a claim the aide may have falsified evidence used against a political opponent.
How One Nashville School Is Adapting To A Gentrifying Neighborhood
Listen A North Nashville school, Buena Vista Enhanced Option Elementary School, is fighting declining enrollment by trying out some innovative programs. It hopes these will broaden the horizons of the low-income students it’s traditionally served — and also entice wealthier families moving into the neighborhood to give the school a chance.
To Lower Nashville’s Infant Mortality Rate, Health Officials Will Start Home Visits
Listen Nashville’s public health department will start making home visits to mothers in ZIP codes with high rates of infant mortality. The program, announced Tuesday, is being supported by roughly $1 million a year from the federal government.
Glen Casada’s Top Aide Resigns Amid Allegations Of Offensive Texts And Cocaine Use
A top aide in the Tennessee House resigned Monday evening after a tumultous series of revelations and accusations against him. Some of the accusations could also implicate his boss, House Speaker Glen Casada.
New Tennessee Law Offers Some Caregivers Alternatives To Jail Time
Listen Tennessee has a new law to help families stay together when a parent faces incarceration. The legislation, known as the Primary Caregiver Bill, requires courts to consider options for keeping a parent with their children.
Tennessee’s Struggling Rural Hospitals Seek Outside Help To Restructure
Listen Many rural hospitals across Tennessee are about to get some outside advice on how to restructure. The state has launched a program to help rural hospitals hire outside consultants, after approving $1 million a year as part of the Rural Hospital Transformation Act.
A Farewell To 1100 Broadway, The Tennessean’s Home For 82 Years
Listen 1100 Broadway. For 82 years, it was the center of Nashville journalism. Two daily newspapers — the Banner and The Tennessean — called it home. But as of this week, the building stands dark.
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