Health & Education

Tennessee school funding formula leaves Black and low-income students behind

A new EdTrust Tennessee report warns that the state’s school funding formula is undercounting low-income students and shortchanging Black communities, while Senate Bill 2385—co-sponsored by

#15 Tennessee State men’s basketball to play #3 Iowa State in St. Louis

The Tennessee State Tigers are headed back to the Big Dance, earning their first NCAA Tournament berth since 1994 and a matchup against No. 3

Smart home upgrades that improve everyday living—and build long-term value

Smart home upgrades and targeted improvements—from kitchens and bathrooms to outdoor spaces and energy-efficient systems—can boost everyday comfort, strengthen resale value, and help Black homeowners

Tennessee State wins first OVC Tournament title in 32 years

Tennessee State dominates Morehead State 93–67 to win its first OVC Tournament title in 32 years, earning an NCAA Tournament berth behind Dante Harris’ MVP

New poll finds strong voter support for federal child care funding as costs remain a major concern

A new national poll from the First Five Years Fund finds strong bipartisan voter support for increased federal child care funding, as soaring costs and

How You Stop a Prescription Medicine is as Important as How You Start 

How you stop a prescription medicine is as important as how you start: AMA CEO Dr. John Whyte explains deprescribing, the risks of polypharmacy, and

Morehouse College selected to house landmark supercomputer in $457 million NSF initiative

Morehouse College will host Horizon, a powerful NSF-funded supercomputer, expanding AI and STEM research opportunities for students, faculty, and HBCUs across the nation.

A Parent’s Guide to Navigating Picky Eating with Confidence

Learn how to handle picky eating with calm, consistent routines, low‑pressure food exposure, and expert-backed tips that help children become confident, curious eaters.

Residents celebrate launch of free hygiene vending machine in Rutherford County

Wellpoint Tennessee, in partnership with the Murfreesboro Boys & Girls Club and Archie’s Promise, unveiled a free hygiene vending machine to provide underserved youth with

TSU opens football season against NCA&T in John Merritt Classic       

Tennessee State football kicks off the 2025 season with the John Merritt Classic, the Legacy Series, and eight home games at Nissan Stadium, highlighted by

Helping Children Manage Big Emotions

Learn expert tips from The Goddard School and Slumberkins co-founders on helping young children manage big emotions, prevent meltdowns, and build healthy coping skills through

Curb College welcomes inaugural Master of Art in Media and Entertainment Industries cohort

Belmont University’s Curb College launched its inaugural Master of Arts in Media and Entertainment Industries (MAMEI) program with a three-day immersive experience in Nashville, connecting

Trump administration escalates crackdown on diversity in higher education with sweeping admissions data order

President Trump orders U.S. colleges to share detailed admissions data with the Department of Education, sparking controversy over diversity, affirmative action, and federal oversight in

‘Even Me 2.0’ shines light on HIV’s disproportionate toll on Black women and older adults

Even Me 2.0, the powerful sequel to the acclaimed HIV documentary, spotlights older African American women living with HIV, addressing stigma, inequities, and the urgent

Tennessee State University names alumnus Dwayne Tucker as president

Tennessee State University appoints alumnus Dwayne Tucker as its ninth president, recognizing his strong interim leadership and extensive corporate and education sector experience.