A fight has been brewing in the state legislature over a mass transit project in Nashville. While it may seem like a local issue, it’s gotten the attention of mayors in Memphis, Chattanooga, and Knoxville. They say the legislation could change the game for transportation projects of their own.
Nashville’s Airport To Soon Require Permits For Lyft, Uber To Pick Up Passengers
Services that allow regular drivers to give rides to paying customers may soon need a permit to work at Nashville International Airport. The regulations would be similar to those already in place for traditional cabs.
Changes Could Be Coming To Who Approves And Runs Charter Schools In Tennessee
A debate over charter schools dominated the legislature last year. The discussion has been quieter this session. But there’s two proposals afoot, which would have long-term ramifications
What Really Happened In Last Week’s State House Vote On Common Core?
Lawmakers in Tennessee and other states have been fighting over the education standards known as Common Core. In the Tennessee House last week, the fight boiled over.
If Tennessee Gets A School Voucher Program, What Would It Look Like?
Governor Bill Haslam wants to open the door to school vouchers in Tennessee. He’s looking to crack it just a little bit, targeting money to low-income families in the lowest performing schools to help them pay private school tuition. But some Republicans in the legislature want to go further.
From ‘StopAMP’ To ‘Go Nashville’: Amp Opponents Try A More Positive Message
A group opposed to the bus rapid transit line known as the Amp is trying to promote a more positive message. The StopAMP organization is trying to make the point that they’re for expanding mass transit in Nashville
White House Gives TVA Pat On The Back, But Still Wants To End Federal Ties
The Obama Administration says the Tennessee Valley Authority has a better handle on its financial situation. But they’re still floating the possibility of the putting the nation’s largest public utility in private hands.
Nissan Sales Up, But Demand Lags For Aging Titan Truck
Franklin-based Nissan North America says its sales were up more than 16 percent in February, compared to a year ago. But there was a sharp decrease in demand for some Nissan vehicles, including one of its trucks.
Is The State Legislature Trying To Erode Governor Haslam’s Power?
A kind of power struggle is playing out right now, among Governor Bill Haslam and Republican lawmakers. It’s a battle over boards. GOP lawmakers want to have their say on who sits on bodies like the State Textbook Commission and State Board of Education.
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