U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested a nursing mother from her Nashville home without a warrant, according to a complaint by immigrant advocates.
Marianna Bacallao, Power & Equity Reporter
Marianna Bacallao (mare-ee-AW-nuh bah-kuh-YOW) covers systems of power from the statehouse to the pulpit with a focus on those most impacted by policy. Previously, she served as the afternoon host for WPLN News, where she won a regional Edward R. Murrow for hosting during a deadly tornado outbreak, served as a guide on election night and gave live updates in the wake of the Covenant School shooting. A Georgia native, she was a contributor to Georgia Public Broadcasting during her undergrad years and served as editor-in-chief for Mercer University’s student newspaper.
Blackburn demands dark money group take down AI attack ad
U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn is threatening legal action against a dark money group for running an attack ad against her using artificial intelligence.
Tennessee banned AI in political ads. Why candidates are using it anyway
This year, Tennessee banned political campaigns from using artificial intelligence in their ads without some sort of disclosure. Two Republican frontrunners in the race for the 6th Congressional District have used AI to attack the other, but there’s a chance neither will face consequences for violating the new law.
Tennessee moves Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway after outcry from veterans
Tennessee officials moved signage for Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway Thursday after outcry from Vietnam veterans.
Polling, Haslam endorsement signals close race for Ogles
Former Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam is backing a Republican challenger to incumbent U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles for the District 5 primary.
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.
Blackburn refuses to debate. What that means in Tennessee’s primary for governor
As early voting kicks off in Tennessee’s primary election, U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn is still considered the Republican frontrunner in the race for governor.
Trump endorses state Sen. Taylor in Memphis’ redistricted congressional race
President Donald Trump has endorsed state Sen. Brent Taylor, R-Memphis, for the congressional race to replace long-time Democratic Congressman Steve Cohen.
Tennessee hemp farmers pivot as state ban takes effect
Starting Wednesday, some of the hemp industry’s most popular products will be taken off the shelves in Tennessee.
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