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Memphis no longer has the worst drivers in America. See which city replaced it

Memphis no longer has the worst drivers in America. See which city replaced it

Memphis is no longer the worst city for drivers after a three year streak. See the new 2026 rankings here.
The Knoxville News-Sentinel The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Why Knox County Schools is losing students despite the population boom

Why Knox County Schools is losing students despite the population boom

Is it vouchers? Homeschooling? Knox County Schools enrollment is declining, even as more and more families are moving to Knoxville.
Nashville Tennessean Nashville Tennessean
TN lawmakers push to hold teachers accountable for sexual misconduct

TN lawmakers push to hold teachers accountable for sexual misconduct

A Nashville teacher was fired after students say he used AI to alter images of them in inappropriate ways. Now state lawmakers are pushing for change.
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Endorsements pile up as Memphis, Tennessee elections approach

Endorsements pile up as Memphis, Tennessee elections approach

A teachers union endorsed a county mayoral candidate and President Donald Trump weighed in on the race for the state's 5th Congressional District.
Rolling Stone Rolling Stone
Bob Dylan Wraps Up Dramatic U.S. Tour by Adding One More Guitarist Into the Mix: Jimmie Vaughan

Bob Dylan Wraps Up Dramatic U.S. Tour by Adding One More Guitarist Into the Mix: Jimmie Vaughan

Five different guitar players have served in Dylan's band over the past couple of months, and he closed out the summer by welcoming longtime buddy Jimmie Vaughan for three songs
The Knoxville News-Sentinel The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Rep. Jason Zachary emerges as leader for police surveillance protections

Rep. Jason Zachary emerges as leader for police surveillance protections

Rep. Jason Zachary said meeting with Knoxville Police Chief Paul Noel was comforting amid concerns with KCSO's surveillance program.
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Nashville Housing Market Faces Challenges as Sellers Outnumber Buyers

Nashville Housing Market Faces Challenges as Sellers Outnumber Buyers

Nashville Housing Market Faces Challenges as Sellers Outnumber Buyers
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Ranking Nashville area's top plays from TSSAA football scrimmages

Ranking Nashville area's top plays from TSSAA football scrimmages

July 31 was loaded with TSSAA football preseason action as teams throughout Middle Tennessee competed in scrimmages. Here are the top five plays.
The Knoxville News-Sentinel The Knoxville News-Sentinel
School board candidate needs to do homework | Letter

School board candidate needs to do homework | Letter

A voter argues candidate Ashley Sartelle misunderstands the value of a lobbyist for Knox County schools.
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Memphis Restaurant Implements Age Policy Amid Safety Concerns

Memphis Restaurant Implements Age Policy Amid Safety Concerns

Memphis Restaurant Implements Age Policy Amid Safety Concerns
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Bob Dylan Concludes Long Hot Summer Tour with Surprise Guest in Nashville

Bob Dylan Concludes Long Hot Summer Tour with Surprise Guest in Nashville

Bob Dylan Concludes Long Hot Summer Tour with Surprise Guest in Nashville
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Memphis Challenges ACLU's Legal Action Over Police Conduct at Protest

Memphis Challenges ACLU's Legal Action Over Police Conduct at Protest

The city of Memphis is contesting a legal request from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Tennessee regarding the Memphis Police Department's actions during a March protest. The ACLU claims that the police violated the Kendrick consent decree by using pepper spray and detaining demonstrators at the 'No Kings' protest. The city argues that the ACLU did not adhere to the dispute resolution process outlined in the consent decree before seeking court intervention. Memphis maintains that the ACLU has not met the necessary legal standards to pursue contempt proceedings. The case centers on the balance between law enforcement practices and civil liberties, with the ACLU seeking accountability for alleged misconduct.