State Sen. Charlane Oliver is introducing the Restore Power to the People Act, a proposal to ban corporate spending in Tennessee elections. Citing extensive campaign
State and local leaders gathered in Madison to dedicate the new Representative Carson W. “Bill” Beck Memorial Bridge, honoring the late Tennessee lawmaker’s decade of
Older and disabled homeowners in Davidson and Sumner counties can get in‑person help applying for Property Tax Relief and Tax Freeze programs on Friday at
A whistleblower alleges that federal immigration officers were directed to investigate voter records using unreliable data, raising concerns for naturalized citizens ahead of the midterm
Despite a court ruling preserving current Fair Housing Initiatives Program funding, advocates warn that HUD’s proposed budget cuts threaten community-based organizations that investigate discrimination. With
A deadly paramilitary massacre in Kenscoff highlights Haiti’s escalating violence, with over a million people displaced and millions more facing starvation. As U.S. deportations continue
Explore the history of Black women’s book clubs, from 19th-century literary societies to today’s thriving reading communities, activism and sisterhood.
Henry Ossian Flipper, born enslaved in 1856, became the first African American graduate of West Point and later served with the Buffalo Soldiers. Despite an
The Frist Art Museum presents “Shimmer: Dreaming the Posthuman,” an immersive exhibition featuring 17 contemporary artists who explore humanity’s evolving relationship with nature, technology, and
A candid look at the financial challenges seniors face at the grocery checkout, from fixed incomes to unexpected “insufficient funds” moments. This personal story highlights
Trustee Erica S. Gilmore hosts a Nashville bike and scooter ride supporting non-drivers, safer streets, and accessible transportation during Week Without Driving.
Ben Jealous reflects on Troy Davis’ execution and urges renewed action to abolish the death penalty, citing wrongful convictions, racial injustice, and states close to
AI is not the enemy, but the people and corporations controlling it must be held accountable for ethical safeguards, public safety, and responsible innovation.
David W. Marshall examines how presidential words—from Lincoln and FDR to Obama and Johnson—can shape unity, justice, leadership, and America’s moral direction.
Tennessee State University celebrates first-generation students through The You First Project, mentorship, academic support, and its 2026 First-Generation College Celebration.
