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Top Republican in the U.S. House Says Blackburn’s Abortion Committee Isn’t a ‘Witch Hunt’

By Anna Butrico

June 6, 2016

Listen Speaker of the House Paul Ryan said over the weekend that he supports an abortion committee led by Tennessee Congressman Marsha Blackburn. His announcement responds to a move by Democrats to disband the committee, which has been investigating abortion practices. 

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Marsha Blackburn Doesn’t Shy Away From Trump Running Mate Rumors

By Anna Butrico

June 1, 2016

Listen Rep. Marsha Blackburn says her priority is for Donald Trump to become commander-in-chief — not for her to be chosen as his vice president. Recent speculation has mentioned Blackburn as a possible running mate, including a list released by the political newspaper The Hill this week. 

Filed Under: WPLN News Tagged With: MPX Local Stories, News

Would Nashville Officials Pay to Bring Back ‘Nashville’? Maybe, If There Were Offers

By Anna Butrico

May 31, 2016

Mayor Megan Barry has expressed interest in working with TV networks to revive ABC’s drama series, “Nashville,” and is even open to providing financial incentives. The show’s fifth season was canceled due to inconsistent viewer ratings. “We would love for the show ‘Nashville’ to continue. We would be willing to work with anybody who wanted […]

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Soul Singer Joins Country Supergroup Alabama As Newest Names On Nashville’s Walk Of Fame

By Anna Butrico

May 26, 2016

The Music City Walk of Fame added two more artists today: country band Alabama and southern soul and R&B singer Sam Moore. Moore, the voice behind the 1967 classic “Soul Man,” is one of the first non-country singers honored with this award. Moore believes that soul has a place within Music City. In fact he says […]

Filed Under: WPLN News Tagged With: News

As Nashville Hopes To Drive Down Youth Violence, Summer Hiring Gains Significance

By Anna Butrico

May 26, 2016

Listen Nashville employers are still hiring summer help. And the annual ritual could gain significance as city leaders try to reduce youth violence by increasing job opportunities for young people.

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