Nashville’s top prosecutor says he won’t support a new law requiring businesses open to the public to post signage, if they allow trans people to use restrooms according to their gender.
Mississippi Abortion Case Could Have Impact On Tennessee
The court will be hearing arguments over whether states have to guarantee access to abortion until the second trimester. Tennessee has been among the states arguing that’s too late.
Metro Sues To Block Anti-Tax Referendum
A day after the Davidson County Election Commission voted to send an anti-tax referendum to the voters, Metro Nashville and a business group are suing to stop it.
Tennessee House Votes To Restrict Teaching About Racial Inequality
The Tennessee House has approved a bill aimed at limiting what teachers can say about racial inequality in public schools. The measure comes amid a conservative furor over “critical race theory” and discussions of last summer’s protests over social justice.
Anti-Protest Measure Withdrawn After Pushback Over Immunity For Drivers Who Strike Demonstrators
Tennessee lawmakers have set aside a measure that Republicans and Democrats said would’ve had a chilling effect on public protests.
Officials Identify Man Fatally Shot By Nashville Police After Weekend Traffic Stop
Officials in Tennessee and Massachusetts have identified the man killed over the weekend by Nashville police following a traffic stop in Bordeaux.
Nashville Police Fatally Shoot Man After Traffic Stop In Bordeaux
Nashville police have fatally shot a man following a traffic stop just before midnight on Clarksville Pike in Bordeaux. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has been called in to investigate.
Bill Requiring Mortuary Services For Aborted Fetuses Passes Tennessee House
The Tennessee House has approved a measure that would require tissue from abortions to be cremated or buried. If the measure passes the state Senate, backers say Tennessee would be the 12th state to require mortuary services after an abortion.
Nashville’s Election Commission Expected To Decide Soon On Tax Rate Referendum’s Next Steps
A battle over rolling back the 34% tax hike that went into effect in Nashville last year — and restraining the local government’s power — is coming to a head. The Davidson County Election Commission expects to vote this week on whether to put the question to the voters. The commission delayed a final decision […]
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