A national antitrust case happening in federal court in Nashville argues an algorithm is used by landlords and property management companies to artificially shrink housing supplies and drive up rents across the nation.
A new Tennessee law blocks some immigrants from buying property
A new law aims to prevent foreign governments from buying agricultural land in Tennessee. But it has a wide scope that could affect certain people and not just their countries.
A coalition of nonprofits wants Nashville’s next mayor to focus on the city’s future: its children
Even though kids can’t vote, they’re the top priority for a coalition of nonprofits. The Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative has released a five-point agenda for candidates in the city’s mayoral race.
New housing development and where Nashville newcomers are finding their homes
Remember when people were saying there were 100 new people moving to Nashville every day? The real numbers are much smaller, but there’s no denying that the Nashville area has welcomed a lot of newcomers in recent years.
Alternate Ending: A Nashville family was united by community. What happens when development disrupts connection?
I’m not sure where home is for me.
Building codes affect health and climate. A Tennessee bill would block cities from updating them.
Buildings are the fourth-largest source of climate pollution in the U.S. Many cities are tackling emissions with better energy codes, but a new bill in Tennessee would effectively block this policy tool — preventing cities from requiring developers to construct healthier and more efficient homes and buildings.
Are you facing eviction in Middle Tennessee? Here’s where to turn for help.
Being evicted from your home can be overwhelming, but there resources for tenants don’t have to face it alone.
What you need to know about eviction in Middle Tennessee
To understand what happens when a person is evicted and how it impacts their ability to find housing, we’re talking to community members with firsthand experience. Then, we’re joined by legal experts from the Legal Aid Society and the Hispanic Bar association to discuss resources, tenant rights and the Eviction Right to Counsel Project.
¿Ha sido desalojado? Queremos escuchar de ti.
Hay una oportunidad de dar aporte a nuestro programa se llama This Is Nashville. En el 8 de febrero vamos a transmitir un episodio sobre los desalojos en Nashville. Queremos ayudar a nuestra comunidad comprender cómo funcionan los desalojos y explicar qué derechos tienen los inquilinos. Sobre todo, queremos escuchar a personas con experiencia con el desalojo. ¿Cómo te […]
Have you been evicted? We want to hear from you.
On February 8, This Is Nashville is hosting a Citizen Nashville episode to help people understand how evictions work, as well as what rights renters have when faced with eviction.
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