Tennessee parents are looking forward to sending their kids back to school, but many say they want to know more information about coronavirus cases in schools than most districts are currently willing to share.
Gov. Lee: Tennessee In Talks With Feds Over What It Can Say About COVID Outbreaks In Schools
Two days after saying “no” to sharing information on school outbreaks, Gov. Bill Lee now says there could be a change. Lee told reporters Thursday the state is in conversations with the federal government to figure out what Tennessee can report.
Tennessee Governor Flips Again, Says State Will Keep Schools With COVID-19 Outbreaks Secret
For the second time, Gov. Bill Lee has changed his position on whether the state should release information regarding cases of COVID-19 in schools. At a press conference Tuesday, Lee told reporters the state is erring on the side of privacy.
Nashville Public Library Celebrates Ratification Of 19th Amendment With Permanent Exhibit
The Nashville Public Library has officially opened a new permanent exhibit to celebrate 100 years of the ratification of the 19th Amendment. The Votes for Women exhibit will focus on history and the importance of voting today.
Mayor Cooper: No Fans For Football Or Soccer At Nissan Stadium Through September
Nashville SC and Tennessee Titans fans wanting to see their teams play in person might have to wait until at least October for it to happen. Nashville Mayor John Cooper, along with top leaders of the franchises, told reporters on Tuesday the decision came after evaluating the latest metrics of COVID-19 cases in the county.
In Pulaski, Hundreds March For Racial Justice And Removal Of Confederate Statue
Pulaski, Tennessee is mostly known as the birthplace of the Ku Klux Klan. But on Saturday, hundreds took to the streets of the small town to ask for what the Klan has fought against — racial justice and equity in the country.
The Tri-Star State: Recapping The Legislative Special Session
The special session for the Tennessee General Assembly has ended, but the controversy coming out of it is still going strong.
Anti-Protest Bill Passes Tennessee Legislature, Heads To Gov. Lee’s Desk
Demonstrators have been gathered for weeks outside the Tennessee State Capitol to oppose a Confederate monument. A new law headed to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk would make their protest a felony.
Legislation That Goes After Capitol Protesters Moves Through Tennessee General Assembly
A bill that would increase the penalties against protesting on state property is moving through the Tennessee General Assembly. The measure (HB8005/SB8005) is backed by Gov. Bill Lee. But, a provision in it has received pushback even from members of the Republican Party.
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