Mayor O’Connell identified his budget priorities as a grocery tax reduction, local business support and affordable housing investment.
Metro takes legal action against Tennessee prisons over inmate custody
Metro claims it’s been subsidizing the state by more than $5 million a year by continuing to house inmates who have been sentenced to state custody.
‘The world is hard right now.’ Nashville mayor addresses affordability in State of Metro speech
Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell outlines his priorities at the State of Metro, including a reduction to the local grocery tax and new programs for affordable housing and local businesses.
Ask the Mayor, plus Curious Nashville ponders, “What would it take to put electrical lines underground?”
Each month, Mayor Freddie O’Connell joins us live in the studio to take your questions –– and nothing is off the table.
MNPS budget proposal prioritizes funding for classroom assistance and college readiness
The proposed budget for Metro Nashville Public Schools prioritizes investment in English learners, college and career readiness services and funding for more classroom assistance.
Nashville water bills won’t get ice storm discounts after Metro Council rejects idea
On Tuesday, Nashville’s Metro Council rejected a proposal for a one-time credit to compensate residents for increased water bills following Winter Storm Fern.
Tennessee to conceal ICE agents’ identities
The names and addresses of officers involved in immigration enforcement will be confidential under a measure headed to the governor’s desk.
Nashville’s confidence in its city leaders is wavering, poll finds
Nashvillians’ confidence in their mayor and Metro Council is dwindling.
Ask the mayor: Taxes, racing, childcare and you
Each month, Mayor Freddie O’Connell joins us live in the studio to take your questions –– and nothing is off the table.
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