Tennessee
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
TN forum to focus on shaping statewide criminal justice policy
Tennessee's justice system may be getting a makeover, as a forum on Thursday will cover new ideas to modernize it. The Sycamore Institute event will …
Monday, September 16, 2024
TN group echoes global call: No money for nuclear weapons
A Knoxville-based environmental group is raising awareness about increasing U.S. nuclear weapons spending and supporting this week's global effort to …
Study reveals shifting American views on free speech amid Israel-Hamas war
A recent study by Vanderbilt University found that Americans generally love free speech, but their views change occasionally. One instance of this …
TN youth incarceration snapshot reveals hope amid disparities
A new report showed the rate of juvenile crime continues to fall but disparities remain in Tennessee and nationwide. The Sentencing Project report …
Ways cited to increase voter engagement, turnout in TN ahead of Nov. 5
As the general election nears, a study from the think tank ThinkTennessee found the Volunteer State trails most neighboring states on voter …
Report: Land application of toxic sludge making TN waters contaminated
The latest research reveals high levels of PFAS chemicals have been detected in Tennessee's soil and water, leading to demands for a statewide ban on …
TN community health centers see significant growth in patient care
Tennessee's community health centers are vital to the well-being of nearly 428,000 residents, according to new data. The centers must report …
Experts offer health tips for TN kids back in classroom
With Tennessee children back in school, health experts have advice on how parents can prioritize their children's well-being. Medical professionals …
TN offers free diapers through Tenncare, CoverKids
Some Tennessee parents now have access to monthly supplies of free diapers under the state's Medicaid program. TennCare provides coverage for …
Rural TN health centers celebrate National Health Center Week
This is National Health Center Week, highlighting the dedication of people working in 1,400 Community Health Centers across America - including 260 …
Tennesseans could benefit from eliminating medical debt from credit reports
Many Tennesseeans could see higher credit scores if a rule proposed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau goes into effect. The proposal would …
TN rural counties show slight improvement in poverty rates
The latest report on the well-being of Tennessee's children noted improvements in some areas and challenges in others. Statewide, child poverty …