Tennessee Sen. Bill Hagerty will face off against Democrat Marquita Bradshaw this fall. As Hagerty seeks out a second term, his path has remained smooth — he faced no Republican challengers in the primary, has President Trump’s endorsement and his fundraising totals dwarfed those of Democrats. None of the four Democrats on the ballot raised […]
Metro advances eminent domain effort to try to block DC BLOX data center
Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s attempt to use eminent domain to block a proposed data center near the Nashville Zoo took a step forward with approval from the Metro Council.
Tennessee redrew its congressional map. Here’s who’s on your primary ballot.
The candidates for Tennessee’s mid-term primaries shifted after redistricting. It’s a lot for voters to sort out as they head to the polls.
Crowded planes and airports set records, straining the U.S. aviation system
The summer travel season is setting records again. Airlines are carrying more passengers than ever while operating fewer flights than they did 20 years ago, pushing the limits of the aviation system.
Nashville’s hottest ticket? Try the Metro Council hearing on data centers
One of the most popular tickets in Nashville could be for Tuesday’s Metro Council meeting, when city leaders will consider multiple proposals to regulate new data centers. Officials are trying a new protocol in anticipation of a flood of speakers.
The Hermitage is revising its tour about slavery. Some descendants remain skeptical.
The presidential home of Andrew Jackson is revitalizing its tour highlighting the lives of people who were enslaved there. Descendants have mixed feelings.
Nashville’s participatory budgeting funds will expire. Most projects — but not all — are complete
Projects at Whitfield Park and along Dickerson Pike could not be finished in time. Those funds will be re-distributed to other city projects.
Nashville marginally cuts local grocery tax in final $3.8B budget
Nashville’s $3.8 billion city includes a reduced grocery tax and slightly more funding for eviction protections and affordable housing, and restored funding for the Office of Entertainment.
Nashville zoo’s data center pushback captures broad political support
Pushback to a planned data center near Nashville’s zoo has been gaining political support in recent days, including from Mayor Freddie O’Connell and Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn, who is also running for governor.
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