Fatal Flood Incident at Impact Plastics Sparks Controversy and Lawsuit
#Tennessee #HurricaneHeleneOSHA investigators in Tennessee say Impact Plastics provided employees ample time to flee flooding during Hurricane Helene, resulting in the deaths of six workers. However, victims' families and lawyers disagree, claiming workers were held back. read more
Tennessee lawmakers propose 'Success Sequence Act' for public school curriculum
#Tennessee #SuccessSequenceA bill in Tennessee may require public schools to teach students the 'success sequence,' emphasizing the importance of graduating, getting a job, marrying, and then having children. Supporters argue this order leads to higher success rates, while critics call it indoctrination. read more
Kim Caldwell Leads Tennessee Lady Vols to Sweet 16 Success
#Tennessee #Sweet16Kim Caldwell, Tennessee's coach, immediately aimed to reach the Sweet 16. Despite unique tactics and little Power 4 experience, she revived the Lady Vols. Juggling a new baby and coaching, Caldwell's determination shines ahead of the Sweet 16 matchup against Texas. read more
Man in Tennessee Accidentally Shot by Dog; Advocates Gun Safety
#Tennessee #DogShootingA Tennessee man was shot by his pit bull after the dog's paw got stuck in the gun's trigger guard, causing the firearm to discharge. This incident is not the first, with other cases of dogs accidentally firing guns in recent years. read more
"Tennessee Keeps New Death Row Execution Manual Top Secret"
#Tennessee #ExecutionProtocolTennessee has decided not to make its new execution manual public, citing the need to protect the identities of individuals involved. The state's shift to secrecy aligns with a trend across the U.S., where efforts to limit public access to execution information have increased. read more
Tennessee Officer Charged with Fatally Shooting Seven Dogs on Duty
#Tennessee #PoliceBrutalityA Tennessee police officer, Connor Brackin, is charged for fatally shooting seven dogs he was sent to check on, leading to his resignation from the McNairy County sheriff's office after just a month of employment. read more
Monkey Attack in Tennessee Raises Concerns About Exotic Pets
#Tennessee #MonkeyAttackA Tennessee woman was randomly attacked by a monkey while feeding her cats. The monkey, wearing a leash, was struck with a shotgun by the woman in self-defense. Police are investigating the incident to determine the monkey's owner. read more
Alabama Man Wanted for Murder in Tennessee After Bear Attack Tale
#Tennessee #MurderWarrantA manhunt is underway in Tennessee for Nicholas Wayne Hamlett, who called 911 to claim a bear chase led to his fall off a cliff. Investigators found a deceased man with a stolen ID, leading to Hamlett being wanted for murder and considered armed and dangerous. read more
Tragic Hayride Deaths: Minnesota and Tennessee Mourn Young Boys
#Minnesota #TennesseeTwo boys tragically die in separate incidents involving Halloween hayrides in Minnesota and Tennessee. Alexander Mick, 13, died in Minnesota after being run over by a tractor, while Samuel Jessen, 12, in Tennessee fell under the wheels of a trailer. read more
Tennessee Governor Launches $100 Million HEAL Program After Hurricane
#Tennessee #HurricaneHeleneTennessee Governor Bill Lee announces a $100 million loan program, HEAL, to aid counties affected by Hurricane Helene with debris removal and water system repairs. The initiative aims to provide immediate relief while awaiting federal reimbursements. The funding from Tennessee's TennCare program targets health and welfare assistance. read more
Tennessee Football Ticket Prices to Increase with 10% Talent Fee
#Tennessee #CollegeFootballTennessee is increasing football ticket prices by 10% in 2025, with the extra revenue going towards player compensation. The change aligns with the evolving collegiate model to support athletes and attract top talent. read more
#Tennessee #DriverLicenseRevoked
David O’Connor, a 77-year-old Navy veteran, has had his driver's license revoked in Tennessee due to challenges proving his US citizenship. Despite being in the US for over seven decades, he faces obstacles to regain his license, making him feel unwanted. read more
#Tennessee #schoolreforms
Hawkins County school district in Tennessee settles with the DoJ over racist harassment, with reforms including hiring new staff to handle racism reports. The district had incidents of Black students enduring racial slurs and mock slave auctions. read more
#Tennessee #missingpersons
Investigators in Tennessee are conducting new searches for Jennifer and Adrianna Wix, who vanished in 2004. The mother and daughter's remains have never been found, with officials now focusing on potential new areas of interest in the case. read more
#Tennessee #AbortionLaws
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed bills penalizing adults assisting minors in abortions or gender-affirming care without parental consent. The laws, effective July 1, could face legal challenges. Supporters argue for parental involvement in minors' care. read more
#Tennessee #diaperassistance
Tennessee will be the first state in the U.S. to offer families up to 100 free diapers per month as part of its TennCare III Amendment, with federal support. This initiative aims to aid families in need and promote child welfare. read more
#Tennessee #PlaneCrash
Three individuals died in a small plane crash in Williamson County, Tennessee, local officials confirmed. The plane, en route from Louisiana to Kentucky, crashed near Leiper's Fork. The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating. read more
#Tennessee #SevereWeather
Large hailstones the size of golf balls hit Tennessee during severe storms, resulting in two fatalities. One person died from a falling tree, and the other in a likely tornado in Maury County. The storm also caused power outages and tree damage. read more
#Tennessee #GunControl
Tennessee lawmakers approved legislation allowing public school teachers to carry concealed guns. The move follows other states expanding armed personnel in schools. The debate reflects a national divide on gun policies. Democrats in other states are pushing for stricter gun control measures. read more
#Tennessee #guncontrol
Tennessee lawmakers pass bill allowing teachers to carry concealed guns in schools despite protests, following a mass shooting. Governor expected to sign. Other states, like Iowa, have also passed similar legislation. Survey shows majority of US teachers believe arming teachers makes schools less safe. read more
#Tennessee #GunSafety
A retired Tennessee teacher and gun safety advocates oppose a bill that would allow public school teachers to carry firearms, emphasizing that teaching should not involve killing. They argue that arming teachers will not make schools safer. read more
#Tennessee #MarriageBan
The Tennessee legislature has passed a bill banning marriage between first cousins with a 75-2 vote, now awaiting approval from Republican governor Bill Lee. A vocal opponent argued for an amendment to allow marriages with counseling, emphasizing that gay first cousins do not risk birth defects. read more
#Tennessee #GunReform
Tennessee Senate approves bill allowing concealed handguns in classrooms, prompting protests from parents in the gallery chanting "shame on you." Gun-reform advocates voiced opposition during the vote. read more
#Tennessee #GunControl
Tennessee Republicans passed a law allowing teachers to carry concealed weapons, sparking angry protests. Gun safety advocates argue that arming teachers increases the risk for children. Campaign groups caution against potential dangers and urge lawmakers to reject the legislation. read more
#Tennessee #DemocracyFight
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee attended CPAC in Dallas, Texas in 2021. Republicans in Tennessee have solidified their control through gerrymandering, disenfranchisement, and extreme measures, despite growing opposition. The fight for democracy in Tennessee highlights challenges in the political landscape. read more
#Tennessee #AbortionBan
Tennessee lawmakers are criticized for being out of touch with the impact of the state's abortion ban on women with serious medical concerns. Lawyers argued for a temporary block of the ban, highlighting vague language and lack of clarity in medical exceptions. read more
#Tennessee #AbortionBan
Attorneys in Tennessee are seeking a temporary block of the state's abortion ban due to lack of clarity on medical exceptions, impacting women like Nicole Blackmon who were denied life-saving care. The lawsuit challenges the ban's impact on public health and physician safety. read more