Tennessee

Media 1 day ago

Knoxville Symphony sued for allegedly rejecting White male clarinet player over anti-DEI stance

James Zimmermann sued the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, claiming they refused to hire him due to his opposition to DEI policies after winning a blind audition.

Media 2 days ago

Plans to install a memorial for unborn children at the Tennessee Capitol spark debate

Tennessee Capitol memorial honoring unborn children sparks debate among lawmakers and civilians ahead of planned June 24 unveiling anniversary date.

Police and Law Enforcement December 29

Tennessee officers rescue woman considering jumping from bridge on day after Christmas

New video shows a dramatic bridge rescue as law enforcement agencies worked together to save a woman in crisis on Interstate 81 in Sullivan County.

VIDEO December 26

White House reports inflation is lower in red states

Rep. David Kustoff, R-Tenn., joins 'The Faulkner Focus' to discuss a White House report that inflation on key utilities such as energy and transit are lower in red states amid President Donald Trump's efforts to increase affordability.

Transportation December 17

Suspect accused of causing massive fatal pileup was illegal immigrant who obtained CDL in New York: feds

Federal officials reveal a Tennessee crash suspect was an illegal immigrant with a New York CDL. Yisong Huang allegedly caused a fatal pileup while distracted by phone video.

Turning Point USA December 12

Turning Point USA partners with state of Tennessee to establish Club America Chapters

Turning Point USA has partnered with leadership in the state legislature of Tennessee to establish Club America chapters at high schools across the state.

Media December 11

James Carville blasts Crockett for breaking 'first rule of politics,' focusing on herself more than voters

James Carville spoke on his podcast about Rep. Jasmine Crockett, arguing she speaks more about herself than her voters, breaking a key rule of politics.

China December 10

FCC, state AGs to join forces in crackdown on China-linked communications technology

The FCC and several states are creating a formal partnership to share information and work together to protect U.S. consumers from risky communications technology tied to China.

Opinion December 4

Why 2026 should terrify Republicans after Tennessee special election

Tennessee's special election shows Republican Matt Van Epps narrowly defeated Democrat Aftyn Behn in a Trump plus-20 district, a red alert that the GOP is in trouble.

Donald Trump December 4

Trump-backed Van Epps sworn in as GOP hits 220 seats — but incoming Greene exit threatens razor-thin majority

Republican Matt Van Epps sworn into House, giving GOP 220-213 majority. Tennessee special election victory provides breathing room for Republican control.