Democratic incumbent Rep. Bo Mitchell has fended off a challenge from Republican Metro Councilmember Jennifer Frensley Webb, his first since 2018. Mitchell was first elected to the seat in 2012, by a margin of just 156 votes over Republican Charles Williamson. Mitchell won several hard-fought victories over the next few elections, eventually converting District 50 […]
Tennessee statehouse races to keep an eye on as Election Day approaches
As early voting winds down Thursday, here are a few state races to watch this election season.
Republicans advance bills targeting transgender care and drag shows at contentious first hearings
Two bills opposed by LGBTQ advocates are already advancing in the state legislature in the early days of session. One prevents minors from being at drag shows, and the other would stop some medical care for transgender minors.
A Year After State Audit, Lawmakers Question Whether A Middle Tennessee Prison Has Improved
Listen State lawmakers once again questioned Correction officials about the conditions of Tennessee’s largest prison. A year ago, a state audit found that Trousdale Turner Correctional Facility in Hartsville was understaffed and mishandling complaints by inmates.
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