June 24, 2026

Data center moratorium studied as Mayor O’Connell signs executive order

Mayor Freddie O'Connell signs an executive order studying large-scale data centers as Nashville weighs a temporary moratorium and future regulations.

Franklin unveils historic markers honoring victims of racial violence

Franklin unveils historical markers honoring lynching victims in Williamson County as part of a community effort toward truth and reconciliation.

Metro Council approves FY2027 budget prioritizing housing, affordability and employee pay

Metro Council approves Nashville’s FY2027 budget, with historic affordable housing funding, a 22% grocery tax cut and pay raises for Metro employees.

SCOTUS voting rights decision already starting to reshape Black political power

The Supreme Court’s voting rights ruling is already reshaping Black political power and raising new concerns about representation and redistricting.

California Gov. Newsom signs ‘election security’ bill

Gov. Gavin Newsom signs a new California election security law designed to protect voters, voting systems, and election workers from interference.

NAACP marks Juneteenth with call to protect voting rights and defend civil liberties

The NAACP marked Juneteenth with a call to protect voting rights, defend civil liberties, and strengthen Black political representation amid ongoing national debates.

Doctors Seeing More Cases of Preventable Childhood Illnesses

Doctors say declining vaccination rates are bringing back preventable childhood illnesses, including measles, whooping cough, rotavirus, and pneumonia.

National transportation leaders offer roadmap to accelerate Nashville’s Choose How You Move program

National transportation leaders have offered recommendations to help Nashville accelerate the voter-approved Choose How You Move program and improve mobility, safety, and connectivity.

Gubernatorial candidate Jerri Green discusses key issues at Springfield town hall

Jerri Green, a Tennessee gubernatorial candidate and Memphis City Council member, discussed voting rights, education, healthcare, and economic concerns at a Springfield town hall.

State representative files federal civil rights complaints against Tennessee DCS

State Rep. Aftyn Behn has filed 14 civil rights complaints alleging misconduct within Tennessee DCS and calling for a federal investigation into child welfare practices.

Metro Nashville accepting applications for MyCity Academy

Metro Nashville is accepting applications for MyCity Academy, a free program that helps Davidson County residents learn how local government works and how to get

Expression of faith: The Anointing

An expression of faith on the anointing explores the church, spiritual authority, and biblical living through the words of Bishop-Elect Dr. Monterey D. Lee, Sr.

Truth is the Light

A reflection on Psalm 145:3, this faith editorial explores God’s unsearchable greatness and the call to worship, praise, and trust in every season.

‘Say It Loud!’ — musical hit escalated racial pride and joy in America

James Brown’s “Say It Loud! I’m Black and I’m Proud” became a defining anthem of racial pride, helping inspire Black unity and challenge colorism in

How Knicks Fever United America

The Knicks’ run to the NBA Finals united New York and sparked a broader reflection on sports, unity, and American life in the face of