Debate over birthright citizenship heads toward Supreme Court review

A new Trump executive order restricting birthright citizenship for children of undocumented and temporary-status immigrants is headed for Supreme Court review, igniting a nationwide debate

Housing advocacy group raises concerns over new federal executive orders on mortgage lending and housing development

Housing advocates warn that new Trump administration executive orders to expand mortgage lending and cut regulatory barriers to home construction could weaken Fair Housing Act

Trump allies circulating draft executive order on federal election powers

Pro-Trump activists working with the White House are circulating a draft executive order that would declare a national emergency over unproven foreign interference in the

Vote Now for Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, New Edition, Sade Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced 17 nominees for the Class of 2026—including Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, New Edition, Sade, Luther Vandross,

Sherry Tucker Brown: Forging family heritage despite being denied another

The U.S. Supreme Court is weighing United States v. Hemani, a closely watched case that will decide whether federal law can bar marijuana users from

Supreme Court addresses federal ban on gun ownership for marijuana users

The U.S. Supreme Court is weighing United States v. Hemani, a closely watched case that will decide whether federal law can bar marijuana users from

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

Faith of A Mustard Seed       

In “Faith of a Mustard Seed,” Barbara A. Woods Washington, M. Div., challenges America’s culture of false narratives, moral bankruptcy, endless war, and love of

Expressions of faith: Revelation knowledge

In “Expressions of faith: Revelation knowledge,” Bishop-Elect Dr. Monterey D. Lee Sr. urges believers to be honest with God, shift from merely consuming to producing

Wes Moore’s AI warning to Black America

In “Wes Moore’s AI warning to Black America,” Kevin Harris and Richard McDaniel explain how AI-driven layoffs at companies like Amazon are disproportionately harming Black

Septima Clark—educator who helped teach a movement to rise

Septima Poinsette Clark, often called the Mother of the Civil Rights Movement, used citizenship schools and grassroots literacy education to empower Black Southerners to vote

Frist Arts Fest 25th Birthday Celebration Saturday, March 28   

Celebrate the Frist Art Museum’s 25th birthday at Frist Arts Fest on Saturday, March 28, with a full day of performances, art-making, music, special exhibitions,

Travel Smarter for Spring’s Most Anticipated Moments

Travel smarter this spring with World of Hyatt’s Bonus Journeys offer, earning up to 28,000 Bonus Points on sportcations built around tennis, basketball, baseball, horse

Sen. Oliver, Rep. Behn reintroduce plan to end Tennessee grocery tax

Sen. Charlane Oliver and Rep. Aftyn Behn have reintroduced the ‘End the Grocery Tax by Closing Corporate Loopholes Act’ to repeal Tennessee’s 4% state sales

Edgehill street renamed to honor Civil Rights leader King Hollands

Edgehill has renamed part of South Street as King Hollands Avenue to honor civil rights leader King Madison Hollands, recognizing his role in Nashville’s school

Metro Property Tax Freeze and Tax Relief program deadline is April 4

Metro Trustee Erica S. Gilmore urges eligible Davidson County homeowners to apply by April 4, 2026 for the Property Tax Freeze and Tax Relief programs,

‘Pot for Potholes’ campaign pushes marijuana legalization as solution for Tennessee Road funding

“Pot for Potholes’ is a new campaign by Sen. Heidi Campbell and Rep. Aftyn Behn to legalize marijuana in Tennessee, dedicating a 15% cannabis tax

Tennessee secures $200 million in federal funding to expand high-speed internet access

Tennessee has secured more than $200 million in federal BEAD funding to expand high-speed internet to over 43,000 unserved and underserved locations across 74 counties,

Nation honors Rev. Jesse Jackson in Chicago home going celebrations

National leaders, presidents and civil rights advocates gathered in Chicago to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson, celebrating the Rainbow PUSH Coalition founder’s life, legacy and decades

Analysis says immigration crackdown could weaken U.S. labor market

New analysis highlighted by the Center for American Progress warns that recent immigration crackdowns, reduced net migration, and slower labor force growth may be weakening