Many mixed-status families have just one way to prevent being separated by deportation. But the process is complicated and comes with risks.
The Memphis church pivotal in Martin Luther King Jr.’s final days suffers a devastating fire
Clayborn Temple was central to the 1968 sanitation workers strike in Memphis that drew King to the city where he wound up being assassinated. Before the Monday morning fire, the Temple was undergoing a $25 million restoration slated to finish next year.
Tennessee lawmakers adjourn after passing bans on DEI initiatives
Tennessee’s Republican-led Legislature adjourned its monthslong lawmaking session on Tuesday by passing a final flurry of bills, including ones aimed at diversity, equity and inclusion in governments.
Tennessee won’t deny public schooling to students without legal status — for now
A state review found the bill could’ve jeopardized more than $1 billion in federal education funding if enacted, as it violates the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Given the potential loss, House leadership paused consideration of the bill after it passed the Senate earlier this month.
After Trump’s funding cuts, a Tennessee nonprofit struggles to support refugees and itself
A Trump administration freeze of funds designated to help new refugees is causing chaos for families and forcing nonprofits — including in Nashville — to cut promised services. Church members and other volunteers are filling some gaps.
Tennessee Senate passes measure to challenge federal education rights for undocumented students
A measure to challenge the right to an education for undocumented students narrowly passed the Tennessee Senate, 19-13, to the outrage of protesters inside and outside of the chamber.
NashVillager Podcast: Protesting in support of immigrants
How are Tennessee activists becoming more vocal with their support for immigrants? Plus, the local news for April 10, 2025.
Chattanooga school principals decry bill to deny undocumented students an education
They oppose a bill that would allow K-12 schools to refuse students based on their immigration status.
Tennessee joins multi-state effort to deny medical treatment based on religious beliefs
The measure would allow doctors, nurses and insurance companies to refuse procedures that go against their moral or religious beliefs.
Metro plans to clear a decades-old Nashville encampment
Nashville’s Office of Homeless Services plans to clear out Old Tent City. The encampment south of downtown near the Cumberland River and Interstate 24 has been a community for unhoused Nashvillians for over 40 years.
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