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Tennessee Issues Nation's First License for Stellarator Fusion Power Plant to Type One Energy

Tennessee Issues Nation's First License for Stellarator Fusion Power Plant to Type One Energy

Tennessee has issued the nation's first license for a nuclear fusion power plant to Type One Energy, marking a significant step in the pursuit of fusion energy. The company plans to bring a fusion power plant online near Knoxville by 2034, starting with the construction of a prototype machine. This development follows Tennessee becoming the first state to establish regulations for nuclear fusion machines in June, a power delegated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in 2023. Type One Energy's stellarator design aims to produce 400 megawatts of power. The project will also involve a research site in partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and the University of Tennessee.
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New 'playhouse' offers free programs for people with Down syndrome

New 'playhouse' offers free programs for people with Down syndrome

Gigi's Playhouse offers classes in everything from cooking to fitness. Its opening is forging new community in Knoxville for folks with Down syndrome.
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Joakim Dodson suffers season-ending injury

Joakim Dodson suffers season-ending injury

Tough break.
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Who pays for Tennessee's growth? Homeowners do | Opinion

Who pays for Tennessee's growth? Homeowners do | Opinion

Tennessee leads the nation in property tax hikes. Is the state prioritizing corporate growth over local families?
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Missouri Appeals to U.S. Supreme Court Over Trump-Backed Congressional Districts for Midterm Elections

Missouri Appeals to U.S. Supreme Court Over Trump-Backed Congressional Districts for Midterm Elections

Missouri has filed an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court, seeking to implement new congressional districts, which were supported by President Trump, for the upcoming midterm elections. This action follows a decision by Missouri’s highest court to block the new map and mandate a statewide vote in November to determine its fate. The state's Attorney General, Catherine Hanaway, argued that no other court has ordered a change to congressional maps between a primary and a general election, describing the situation as inflicting 'unprecedented chaos' on Missouri. The new districts were designed to potentially secure an additional Republican seat and help maintain the party's slim majority in the House. Despite the new districts being used in the August primary, the state's top court ruled that the previous districts, established after the 2020 census, must be used for the general election. The appeal highlights a broader national redistricting conflict initiated by President Trump last year.
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Justice Kavanaugh Denies Emergency Injunction on Michigan Proof-of-Citizenship Voting Amendment

Justice Kavanaugh Denies Emergency Injunction on Michigan Proof-of-Citizenship Voting Amendment

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh has denied an emergency injunction request against a Michigan state canvassers' decision regarding a proposed proof-of-citizenship voting amendment. This decision effectively halts the amendment's path to the November ballot through the judicial system. The proposed amendment to the Michigan Constitution would have required proof of citizenship to register to vote and mandated photo identification at the polls or within six days of an election for a ballot to be counted. The Americans for Citizen Voting Michigan campaign had appealed to both the Michigan Supreme Court and then the U.S. Supreme Court after the Michigan Board of State Canvassers deadlocked on whether enough valid petition signatures were submitted. Justice Kavanaugh, who handles emergency filings for the region including Michigan, reviewed briefs from both parties before issuing his denial. The campaign expressed deep disappointment, citing the nearly 710,000 Michigan citizens who signed the petitio...
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Memphis City Officials Announce Weekend Night Closures for Riverside Drive to Enhance Safety

Memphis City Officials Announce Weekend Night Closures for Riverside Drive to Enhance Safety

The city of Memphis, Tennessee, has announced immediate closures of Riverside Drive during weekend nights as part of an ongoing initiative to improve safety in Downtown Memphis. These closures will be implemented on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings, specifically between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes during these specified times. This measure is a direct response to concerns regarding public safety in the downtown area, aiming to mitigate potential risks and enhance the overall security for residents and visitors. The city has not specified the duration of these closures, indicating they are part of an 'ongoing effort.'
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Staff Predictions: Florida State Seminoles vs. No. 19 SMU Mustangs

Staff Predictions: Florida State Seminoles vs. No. 19 SMU Mustangs

The Noles kickoff their ACC schedule at home as underdogs
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Federal Judge Halts USPS Mail Ballot Plan Again, Citing Disenfranchisement Concerns

Federal Judge Halts USPS Mail Ballot Plan Again, Citing Disenfranchisement Concerns

A federal judge has once again blocked the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) from implementing new mail ballot rules mandated by President Trump for the upcoming November election. U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani ruled that the USPS lacks the authority to dictate election procedures and that neither the Postal Service nor individual states, including California, could realistically implement the changes without causing significant disruption and potentially disenfranchising voters. Election officials nationwide informed the court that compliance with the new rules would be "likely impossible," leading to probable disenfranchisement. The Trump administration and 12 Republican-led states have appealed this decision to the U.S. 1st Circuit Court of Appeals. This ruling follows previous attempts by Judge Talwani to block the plan, with the Trump administration consistently appealing to higher courts, including the Supreme Court. A Postal Service whistleblower also alleged that the agency's new computer systems for...
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Hawaii Supreme Court Mandates Special Election for House District 43 Following Disputed Tie-Breaking Method

Hawaii Supreme Court Mandates Special Election for House District 43 Following Disputed Tie-Breaking Method

The Hawaii Supreme Court has ordered a special election for the state House District 43 seat, representing Kapolei and Makakilo. This decision comes after the Republican primary on August 8 resulted in a tie between incumbent Kanani Souza and Sheila Medeiros, with each candidate receiving 842 votes. The state Office of Elections attempted to resolve the tie on August 15 by drawing a name from two plastic capsules placed in a lau hala basket. Medeiros's name was selected. However, Souza filed a complaint, arguing that the draw was neither random nor legal, specifically claiming that an official did not properly mix or shuffle the capsules before the selection. The Supreme Court's 28-page decision on Friday sided with Souza, ruling that the method used did not adequately serve the voters. Additionally, the court noted that two ballots cast from outside the district further complicated the outcome, making it impossible to definitively confirm a true tie. The special election will be open to all voters in the ...
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Federal Judge Blocks President Trump Administration's Mail-In Voting Regulations, Pima County Officials Express Concern

Federal Judge Blocks President Trump Administration's Mail-In Voting Regulations, Pima County Officials Express Concern

A federal judge has once again blocked the President Trump administration's plan to regulate mail-in voting, issuing an injunction that deems the new postal service rule for sending mail-in ballots likely unlawful and unconstitutional. This ruling comes after an Executive Order issued in March aimed to modify the vote-by-mail system to ensure only U.S. citizens cast ballots. The order would have required mail-in ballots to feature a unique barcode for voter identification and would have allowed the U.S. Postal Service to reject ballots from states not complying with these requirements. Pima County Recorder Gabriella Cázares-Kelly stated that Pima County already meets these requirements, but expressed concern that other Arizona counties lack the resources to comply. She also noted that a mandated online portal for local election officials to upload early voter names and addresses has not yet been launched, nor has any information about it been provided.
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Volkswagen Group of America to Introduce Body-on-Frame Trucks and SUVs in U.S. Market

Volkswagen Group of America to Introduce Body-on-Frame Trucks and SUVs in U.S. Market

Volkswagen Group of America to Introduce Body-on-Frame Trucks and SUVs in U.S. Market