Gov. Bill Lee is changing the way Tennessee carries out its executions, following an independent review of the state’s lethal injections.
Migrants headed for Tennessee draw Republican backlash, but nonprofits say they’re prepping welcome centers
The relocation of migrants in federal custody to Tennessee is setting off a conservative firestorm, with conflicting statements and few details.
Democratic lawmaker files bill to add rape and incest exceptions to Tennessee’s all-out abortion ban
A lawmaker in Chattanooga has filed a bill that would pave the way to permitting abortions in certain circumstances. The legislation attempts to allow terminations of pregnancy for victims of rape or incest.
Gov. Lee previews budget priorities, including support for toll lanes and the Department of Children’s Services
The governor fielded questions from reporters as state budget season approaches.
Gov. Lee appeals to Congress to end COVID vaccine mandate affecting 800 Tennessee guardsmen
Gov. Bill Lee is leading Republican governors around the country, asking Congress to end a COVID vaccine mandate for the military as recruitment and retention are suffering. So far, no Tennessee guardsmen have been discharged from their duties, but hundreds are still refusing to get the vaccine.
Tennessee Republicans are mostly quiet about Trump’s latest bid for president, but one is already backing a rival
Former President Donald Trump formally announced he’s making a third bid for the White House in 2024, but many of his former supporters are staying quiet about the prospect of another term. That includes several top Tennessee Republicans, who will not say whether they will back him.
In governor’s race, Bill Lee leads his Democratic challenger in fundraising despite low-profile campaign
In the race for Tennessee’s next governor, Republican incumbent Bill Lee has been outspending his Democratic challenger, Jason Martin.
Early voting starts today. Here’s where to go in Nashville.
Here’s where to vote in Davidson County.
Why Tennessee Republicans are dodging debates and ghosting their opponents this election
Since 1960, televised debates have become a staple in US elections. That was the year when presidential candidates John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon faced off in their first of four televised debates. But that tradition is starting to fade. In Middle Tennessee, there are currently no debates scheduled for any of the congressional races or […]
Gov. Bill Lee won’t consider pardoning small marijuana possession offenses after President Biden urges states to act
In Tennessee, small possession of marijuana is punishable by up to one year in jail and $2,500 dollars. But Cosby Republican Rep. Jeremy Faison, the Tennessee House Republican Caucus Chair, cast doubt that many Tennesseans are arrested solely for simple possession.
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