A month before his resignation, Tennessee’s Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Hodgen Mainda was investigated for sexual harassment — including allegations of unwelcome sexual advances and touching.
Gov. Lee Loses Two State Commissioners In One Day
The heads of the state Department of Commerce and Insurance and the state Department of Human Services have stepped down from Gov. Lee’s administration. Lee’s office confirmed Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Hodgen Mainda’s decision on Tuesday afternoon.
Second Presidential Debate At Belmont University Goes Smoothly
For a moment, it didn’t seem like it was going to happen. But after months of preparation, the last presidential debate has taken place without any major hiccups. The event marks a milestone for Belmont University.
Sen. Lamar Alexander Defends Infectious Disease Expert Anthony Fauci After President’s Criticism
In what could be one of his last public disagreements with President Donald Trump, Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander has defended the work of the country’s top expert on infectious diseases. In a statement and a tweet Monday, Alexander said people should actually be paying more attention to what Dr. Anthony Fauci has to say.
The Tri-Star State: Answering More Of Your Questions On Absentee Voting
Early voting started last week, and thousands of Tennesseans have already voted in person. But there are still WPLN listeners who want to vote absentee yet have concerns about it. So, reporters at WPLN News have been reading your questions regarding mail-in voting and have some new answers.
Belmont University Hopes Sticking With Presidential Debate Pays Off
The university sees this as an opportunity for the world to know more about Belmont. And they know this platform actually works.
President Trump Wants Supporters To Be Poll Watchers. In Tennessee, Not Everyone Can Do It.
Early voting in Tennessee starts Wednesday, and voters heading to the polls might notice some people inside the voting room watching. This is not abnormal — and they are not random people. In fact, these “poll watchers” have an established role under Tennessee law.
Belmont University Remains Hopeful That The Third Presidential Debate Will Take Place In Person
The future of the third presidential debate, hosted by Belmont University in Nashville later this month, is uncertain after the decision by the Commission on Presidential Debates to switch the second debate to a virtual format. But university officials are still hopeful it will work out.
Some Tennessee Ballots Could Be Rejected. Here’s How To Avoid That, Or Fix Problems If It Happens.
As Tennesseans start voting by mail, some have reached out to WPLN News concerned about having their ballots rejected. That’s not unheard of. But there is a way to fix it.
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