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Tennessee Republicans at impasse over Congressional redistricting as special session convenes
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (452+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) " Tennessee lawmakers have gaveled into their Special Session to consider redrawing Tennessee's Congressional map. Republicans admit, they want to redraw Memphis's congressional district to make it favorable for Republicans, to give the party all of the state's…...
Tennessee officials push to raise awareness of life-saving victim alert system
1+ week, 15+ hour ago (364+ words) LEBANON, Tenn. (WTVF) " It's a life-saving tool that's been in Tennessee for years " but far too many victims don't know it exists. State officials are urging the public to learn about SAVIN, the Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification system....
Meet the Tennessee teen who raised more than $26, 000 for the 2026 Walk to Cure Arthritis Nashville
1+ week, 4+ day ago (408+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) " Anabelle Baker has lived with arthritis since she was 3 years old. Now 14, she has been named the 2026 Teen Honoree for the Arthritis Foundation's Walk to Cure Arthritis in Nashville " and her family has already raised more than…...
Tennessee lawmakers conclude 2026 session with major bills on school choice, immigration and Nashville control
2+ week, 3+ day ago (511+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) " The Tennessee General Assembly wrapped up its 2026 legislative session late Thursday night after four months of debate and controversy. Because this is an election year, some lawmakers may be retiring or sent home by voters. However, the…...
Tracking power outages across Middle Tennessee during overnight severe weather
2+ week, 5+ hour ago (83+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) " We are tracking power outages across Middle Tennessee during todays severe weather. As of 3 a. m. NES: 10, 033 customers CEMC: 1, 174 members Middle TN Electric: 1, 011 customers Duck River: 1439 affected Pennyrile: 0 It's has been a dry spring for us. Nashville is over…...
Tennessee Rehabilitation Center partners with Little Blossoms to train adults with disabilities in childcare
2+ week, 15+ hour ago (547+ words) SMRYNA, Tenn. (WTVF) " A partnership between the Tennessee Rehabilitation Center and Little Blossoms is providing hands-on job training in childcare for adults with disabilities. The program, launched by Allied Behavioral Health Solutions, blends childcare with trauma-informed support for children and…...
Tennessee approves Summer EBT grocery benefits starting in 2027
2+ week, 1+ day ago (246+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) " Tennessee has approved funding for Summer EBT benefits that will put money directly on families' grocery cards, but the program will not kick in until summer 2027. This delay leaves families to find other resources for the upcoming…...
Tennessee Titans select Carnell Tate with the 4th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft
2+ week, 4+ day ago (225+ words) News Channel 5 Nashville Tennessee Titans select Carnell Tate with the 4th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) " With the 4th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Tennessee Titans have selected Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State. The Titans, who went 3-14 last…...
Tennessee lawmakers pass deadly force, immigration and voucher bills on the final day of the session
2+ week, 4+ day ago (533+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) " Tennessee lawmakers are wrapping up their 2026 legislative session Thursday, passing final bills on deadly force, school vouchers, and immigration enforcement before the final gavel falls. One of the final pieces of legislation passed includes a bill sponsored…...
Tennessee lawmakers consider legislation to close primary elections and mandate party registration
3+ week, 3+ day ago (330+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) " Tennessee lawmakers are considering a major change that could require voters to officially join a political party to participate in future primary elections. Todd began the effort last year, but the bill ran into strong headwinds in…...