Tennessee U.S. Politics Newswire

Musicians fight threat of Tennessee anti-LGBTQ, drag bills

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — When Tennessee lawmakers passed legislation this month targeting drag performances and transgender youth, many musicians living and working in the state felt their community, their audiences and their artistic expressions were also …

Knoxville City Council passes resolution opposing TN bill that changes Knoxville elections

"This is an unwanted, and unneeded, and unnecessary intrusion in the way Knoxville has conducted our elections," said Vice Mayor Andrew Roberto. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Knoxville City Council met Wednesday for a special session, where they discussed a …

State of EVs in Tennessee and funding for charging stations

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Taking a cross-country road trip may be a bucket list item you hope to cross off one day, but have you considered doing it with an electric vehicle? The Biden Administration wants to “electrify” the great American road trip by …

AG Skrmetti Catuions Pharmacies Not To Distribute Abortion-Inducing Pills In Tennessee

In an effort to uphold Tennessee law as enacted by the General Assembly, Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti sent letters to Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid seeking confirmation that they will not sell or dispense mifepristone, an abortion-inducing drug, in …

Attorney General Skrmetti Cautions Pharmacies not to Distribute Abortion-Inducing Pills in Tennessee

Nashville- In an effort to uphold Tennessee law as enacted by the General Assembly, Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti sent letters to Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid seeking confirmation that they will not sell or dispense mifepristone, an abortion-inducing …

Former National Guard leader shares pride in Tennessee's 'Citizen Soldiers'

This week WBIR is marking 20 years since the start of the Iraq War. Among those who served were members of the Tennessee National Guard. KNOXVILLE, Tennessee — For Major General Max Haston, who is now retired, the Iraq War meant adapting to ever-changing …

Hugs for UCF, high-paying jobs. Slugs to petty and drag-queen obsessed politicians | Commentary 4h

It has been a hot minute since we handed out some hugs and slugs to those deserving of both. So let’s get started. A hug to the UCF College of Medicine for celebrating an overlooked milestone last week — when the school’s 1,000th student was matched with a …

Tennessee library director is FIRED after verbally abusing actor Kirk Cameron

A Tennessee library director has been fired after he allowed staff members to be disruptive when actor Kirk Cameron appeared at a story hour for his new book last month. The Sumner County Library Board voted 4 - 3 to fire director Allan Morales for his …

A top Republican pauses Gov. Bill Lee’s attempt to disband the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth

Sergio Martinez-BeltranWPLN NewsJack Johnson was first elected to the state Senate in 2006. A bill, which seemed to be retaliatory, would’ve dissolved a commission made to audit the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services. The idea came straight from …

Arkansas’s governor signs anti-trans bathroom bill

Sarah Huckabee Sanders addresses the controversy over Trump's judicial nominee Amy Barrett.Photo: YouTube Screenshot On Tuesday, Arkansas passed a new law banning transgender students at public schools from using bathrooms that match their gender …

Tennessee official Lisa Coons appointed Virginia’s superintendent of public instruction

Tennessee’s Chief Academic Officer Lisa Coons was appointed superintendent of public instruction in Virginia by Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Wednesday, following the resignation of former superintendent Jillian Balow earlier this month.  Coons is expected to …

Redstone Arsenal ‘economic engine’ of Tennessee Valley, not just Huntsville

With a workforce of more than 100,000 direct and indirect workers from across north Alabama and middle Tennessee and those direct jobs paying an average of nearly $90,000 per year, Redstone Arsenal is now more than just Huntsville’s economic engine, an …

Tennessee bill expanding third-grade reading testing advances in House

A bill that would add more testing and support for Tennessee third-graders at risk of being held back this year moved forward on Wednesday. Third grade reading proficiency is widely seen as a predictor for a student's future success. Research links it …

Rutherford County Democratic Party elects new executive chair

Story and photos by Jenene Grover Rutherford County Democratic Party, RCDP, elected Morgan Woodberry as its executive chair along with many other representatives of the party at the Biennial Reorganization Convention on Saturday.  “For me, when I want to …

Pearson votes, debate on hold for another swearing-in

Forgive Rep. Justin Pearson if he’s not been too boisterous the last few days. The freshman House member from Memphis can’t vote, present bills or debate until he is sworn in again after winning the general election unopposed. Under an obscure state law, …

Metallica gives vote of confidence to Virginia Tech fans who sang ‘Enter Sandman’ at tournament game

Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Virginia Tech fans brought their tradition to the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament on Friday in the team’s first-round matchup against Chattanooga. Even as the …

Colorado’s top election official wants to limit when candidates can pay for recounts. State lawmakers may not be on ...

Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold, a Democrat, wants the state legislature this year to limit the circumstances under which losing candidates can pay for a recount and force ballots to be tabulated for a second time.  But she is facing skepticism …

Can a New Coalition Beat Back Voter Suppression?

Pro-democracy state legislators are finally getting smart. Forty of them from six Southern states have formed an alliance in a concerted effort to counteract legislative activity to suppress the vote. Introducing legislation of their own, they are …

How much say does a governor have over the classroom?

With legislative sessions in full swing across the nation, state lawmakers are considering a raft of bills that could change how and what students are taught. The areas addressed by the proposed legislation include student mental health, teacher staffing, …

Wildcat Power Gen Products Now Available On Federal Government Services Advantage (GSA) Website

WICHITA, KANSAS, UNITED STATES, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Engines LPG LLC dba Wildcat Power Gen is pleased to announce that Santa Fe Professional Solutions (www.santafepower.net) has become a national distributor of Wildcat Power Gen …

Praise for Iran Uprising and Maryam Rajavi’s Vision, Rejection of Theocracy and Monarchy at NCRI-US’s Nowruz Reception

Distinguished political and academic figures underscore the imperative of a free, secular republic, and applaud Mrs. Rajavi's 10-point plan for future Iran. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 21, …

Drug-Free World's DC chapter raises awareness with senior citizens ahead of National Fentanyl Awareness Day

The District of Columbia has close to 400 opioid related deaths per year – contributing to the third highest opioid mortality rate in the country WASHINGTON, DC, USA, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National Fentanyl Awareness Day coming up …

Judge Quashes Criminal Charges Against Mom Arrested for Having Teen Daughter Babysit Siblings!

In State vs. Melissa Shields Henderson, Union County Superior Court, Georgia, Case No. 2021-CR-103-BL, ParentsUSA's Motion to Quash the Accusation was granted! ATLANTA, GEORGIA, USA, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Remember the mom …

Colorado pet owners say yes, they want access to mid-level veterinary professionals and telehealth

Alliance of veterinarians, animal welfare groups, pet owners and ranchers working for common-sense solutions to state’s costly veterinary workforce shortage. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Responding to …

Injustice in Nevada: National Guard Soldier Dies After Retaliation for Reporting Military Sexual Trauma

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, UNITED STATES, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The untimely death of Sgt 1st Class Allison Bailey, a respected leader in the Nevada National Guard, has unveiled corruption and deep-seated issues within the military justice …

ANTI-ASBESTOS ADVOCATES LAUNCH DAY OF ACTION TO BAN ASBESTOS

Events kick off March 23 with a letter campaign calling on Congress to Reintroduce the Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now (ARBAN) ACT LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATE, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization ( …

Project N95 Marks its Third Year Anniversary Fighting for Respiratory Health -- Adds Safer, Healthier Air to its Mission

Project N95, which has distributed 37M+ authenticated, quality respirators, masks & PPE in three short years, is now also working to improve indoor air quality BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Project N95, a …

Rep. Schneider Spotlights Importance of Educating Congress on Power of Family Businesses in New Podcast

Rep. Schneider Talks with Podcast Host Pat Soldano, Family Enterprise USA, on Goals of New Congressional Family Business Caucus WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 'The Voice of Family …

Natasha Owens’ New Single “Trump Won” Goes Viral, Tops iTunes Chart and Debuts at #5 on BILLBOARD

NASHVILLE, TN, USA, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Natasha Owens’s new single “Trump Won” is now a certifiable hit, unexpectedly becoming the hottest new song in the nation over the past week. Despite shadow banning and widespread reports …

FEMAGING EXCHANGE HOSTS CONVERSATION ON WHAT OLDER ASIAN WOMEN WANT IN HEALTH AND WELLNESS

HEALTH AND WELLNESS Virtual Event Also Highlights 2023 FemAging Report Which Challenges Perceptions About Women 40+ in Health, Wellness and Technology LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Thursday, March 23, …

Leaders of Pro-Cockfighting Campaign in Oklahoma Are Major Traffickers of Animals for Fighting, Say Animal Groups

Animal Wellness Action and SHARK provide detailed evidence of ongoing gamecock operations built for raising and selling fighting animals OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA, UNITED STATES, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Animal Wellness Action and …

John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation Announces Civil Rights Tour; Visits To Significant Sites In Civil Rights History

Students from the 5th Congressional District, which Congressman Lewis represented, will join students from Fairfax County, VA to tour sites in Georgia & Alabama ATLANTA, GA, USA, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The John and Lillian …

New Research Shows Hospice Care Reduces Medicare Costs

Better Patient Outcomes, $3.5 Billion in Medicare Savings in One Year Demonstrate Hospice’s Value ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES, March 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New research shows that patients’ use of hospice care contributed to $3.5 …

Mayor Bowser Presents Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Proposal

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser presented her Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Budget and Financial Plan to the Council of the District of Columbia as part of the District’s annual budget process. The $19.7 billion FY24 budget includes investments …

Mayor Wu Announces Inaugural Cohort of Young Black Leaders

Mayor Michelle Wu today announced the first cohort of Young Black Leaders Boston, a new civic engagement program launched by the Mayor’s Office of Black Male Advancement (BMA). This program is designed to help young Black men and boys between the ages of …

Manchin Introduces Bipartisan Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act

Manchin Reintroduces Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Open New Markets for West Virginia Meat and Poultry Producers

March 22, 2023 Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) reintroduced the bipartisan, bicameral New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act to allow meat and poultry products inspected by state Meat and Poultry Inspection (MPI) …

Manchin Announces $176K for Medical Research at West Virginia University

March 22, 2023 Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $176,143 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for West Virginia University (WVU). The funding will support critical …

Lindsey Heroux Making History and Honoring a Legacy

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO, UNITED STATES, March 21, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lindsey M. Heroux, former Virginia Department of Corrections Probation and Parole Officer, joined the U.S. Space Force as a nod to her grandfather, Phillip David …