A former teacher in Nashville plans to take her concerns about grade-fixing to the next Metro School Board meeting. It’s a repeat appearance for Samira Hardcastle since she quit her job after she said district officials directed her to change a student’s grade – a directive she feels undermines her authority and incentives poor behavior […]
Camellia Burris
Camellia Burris is an attorney and journalist from Nashville. She is a graduate of Spelman College, Tulane University School of Law, and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, where she studied at the Toni Stabile Center for Investigative Journalism. She began her journalism career covering housing policies for the San Francisco Public Press before joining the Miami Herald as an investigative reporting fellow. She joined WPLN News in February 2025.
The Nashville Vibe: Music City’s new women’s pro basketball team unveils name
The Nashville Vibe is the name of the city’s new women’s professional basketball team.
Report: Financial stress derailing learning in Tennessee, which now ranks 42nd in economic childhood well-being
A new report ranks Tennessee 42nd in economic well-being for children. Education advocates say financial stress disrupts learning for young students, and they want lawmakers to invest in early childcare programs to ease this burden.
TSU looks to sell property near John C. Tune airport to help bring in more revenue
Tennessee State University is considering selling property the school owns that is located near the John C. Tune Airport.
Free diapers, cribs for 500 Nashville families
Diapers, car seats and cribs were just a few of the items available to families free of charge at a community event held in Nashville on Wednesday. More than 500 families signed up to get these resources before organizers had to close registration, reflecting the high volume of families struggling to afford the basic necessities.
Nashville to carry on Dolly Parton’s literary legacy with ‘Imagination Library Month’
Dolly Parton provided books for more than 300 million children. Now, Nashville leaders vow to carry on her legacy with ‘Imagination Library Month’ and initiatives to improve childhood literacy.
Influencers flock to Nashville this weekend to network and highlight local businesses
More than one hundred content creators are flocking to Nashville this weekend to network and share tips on brand building. They’re also partnering with local businesses in Music City, which has recently become a hub for influencers.
Tennessee’s need for teachers inspires Belmont to partner with community colleges
Belmont University is partnering with state community colleges to create a new pathway for aspiring teachers. Students who earn their associate degree in elementary or middle school education can then continue in a four-year program at Belmont.
Shrinking lottery revenue cuts into Tennessee college scholarships
A new report shows that Tennessee’s lottery revenue proceeds are shrinking, putting the state’s scholarship programs – which depend on these funds – at risk.
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