Town Of Mason Dismisses Lawsuit After Reaching Deal With Comptroller

The agreement pares back an earlier plan by the Comptroller to maintain close financial control of the majority Black town.

In Tennessee, Roots Of Expected Ban On Abortion Date 20 Years Back

The 2019 Human Life Protection Act will trigger a ban on nearly all abortions in the state if Roe is overturned.

Tennessee Legislators React To Leak From SCOTUS On Roe v. Wade

Republicans praise the possible end of nationwide legalized abortion, while Democrats are outraged.

McCall: After 100 Years, A Look At A Father’s Life

Tennessee Lookout editor wishes she could talk to her dad about what's happened in the world since his death 25 years ago.

Tennessee’s Community Oversight Boards Restricted By State Laws

Despite the public’s request for additional police oversight, outcomes are limited.

Hart: Threatening Voters In Open Primaries Is Anti-Democratic

A progressive explains why he voted in this year's Republican primary in Madison County and describes the fallout.

Stockard On The Stump: So Long, Farewell

The Tennessee Legislature wraps up another tempestuous session.

Registry Board Seeks Order On Cothren’s Subpoena Objection

The former chief of staff for ex-House Speaker Glen Casada is being asked to testify about a political action committee.

Tennessee Lieutenant Governor Slams Critics Of Ethics Reform Bill

He's accusing them of lying about the bill and even questioning whether they are “grifters.”

McCall: Christian Charity Escapes TN Lawmakers On Homeless Issues

Tennessee’s homeless individuals who seek resources have few options, according to Lookout editor.

Stockard On The Stump: Are You Ready For Some funding?

Lawmakers approve funds for new Tennessee Titans stadium in governor’s budget.

State Appeals Ruling On Warrantless Searches By Wildlife Officers

The ruling states warrantless searches on private lands to enforce hunting, fishing and wildlife laws are unconstitutional.

Judge Barred From Tennessee Opioid Trial

13th Judicial District Circuit Court Judge Jonathan Young has billed himself on Facebook as a warrior against the drugs.

Truth-In-Sentencing, K-12 Funding, Titans Stadium Part Of Budget Talks

House and Senate finance committees approved different versions of the budget Wednesday.

Lt. Gov. Urges Niceley To Be “More Careful” After Anti-Semitic Remark

Congressional candidate Morgan Ortagus blasts Niceley.

Lawmakers: Gov. Lee's School Funding Plan Not Likely To Avert Lawsuit

In addition to Metro Nashville and Shelby County school districts, 84 small school districts joined the lawsuit in 2020.

Court Finds TN Bureau of Ethics & Campaign Finance Guilty Of Contempt

A judge said the bureau violated a court order barring the collection of registration fees from nonpartisan political action committees.

Hart: Investing In Tennessee’s Children Is Long Overdue

Tennessee Lookout guest columnist says the state lacks affordable access to child care.

Tennessee House Passes CROWN Act

The legislation prevents employers from discriminating against hairstyles belonging to an employee’s ethnic group.

Mason Will Continue Its Legal Fight Against Tennessee Comptroller

The Comptroller wants to take financial control of the majority-black town five miles from the site of a future Ford Motor Company plant.

Stockard on the Stump: Ethics Reform Could Affect Governor’s Cabinet

A provision in the bill would prohibit Cabinet members from running consulting businesses on the side.

Warner Continues Business With Shadowy Campaign Vendor

The chapel Hill Republican seeking re-election purchased more than $6,000 in advertising services this February from Dixieland Strategies.

Commentary: Criminalizing Sleeping In Public Is A Solution For No One

A Tennessee Lookout guest editorial says proposed legislation would make it more difficult for the homeless to find somewhere to live.

Tennessee House Speaker Backs Ethics Bill

The bill states groups with nonprofit 501(c)4 status that spend money to influence elections would be deemed a political campaign committee.

OSHA Officials Admit To Shredding Documents In TVA Coal Ash Case

After workers in coal ash clean-up began filing cases documenting unexplained illnesses, the federal agency disposed of the documents.

Tennessee Senate Passes Two Bills Aimed At Transgender Athletes

Some lawmakers voiced concerns about the negative impacts the legislation would have on LGBTQ children.

Tennessee Lookout Editor’s Column: Primary Colors

"As a real-life microcosm of why many people may no longer affiliate with either major party, we need look no further than Tennessee."

Stockard On The Stump: GOP Caught Off Guard By Redistricting Ruling

The opinion forced the state to file an appeal arguing the decision will throw elections into chaos.

Reinarts: Minimum Wage For Disabled Tennesseans Misguided

A disabled professor at MTSU says the proposal would reduce employment opportunities for the very people it is intended to help.

TN Marriage Bill Causes Ruckus In House Committee

Some said the bill could cause financial confusion among families, scrap same-sex marriages and allow older men to marry young girls.

TN House Bill Seeks To Gather Information On Immigrant Children

Legislators have reservations as to who would have access to the info.

Judges Order Tennessee Senate Redistricting Map To Be Redrawn

Trial possible for House plan.

TN Gubernatorial Candidate Martin Draws Challenge To Bona Fides

Martin, who is running for the Democratic nomination, voted in the 2016 Republican presidential primary.

Tennessee Comptroller Lays Out Case In Court For Mason Takeover

Lawyers for the majority Black town called the comptroller’s effort “overreach,” while AG's office says the town’s finances are dire.

TN Ethics Reform Bill To Tamp Down On Corruption Clears First Hurdle

The Senate State and Local Government Committee unanimously approved the bill Tuesday.

Dispute Over Town of Mason, Tenn. Heads To Court Wednesday

‘The fact of the matter is that Mason’s finances are bad and have been getting worse,’ the Comptroller’s legal filing says.

TennCare Bill Targeting Centene Faces Rocky Road In Senate

Centene has run into trouble, causing the state to rebid a $123 million contraction in 2021 after allegations of bid-rigging.

TDEC Keeps Duck River Withdrawal

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation has denied an appeal from Marshall County to drop limits on water withdrawals.

Town Of Mason Files Suit Against Tennessee Comptroller

An emergency hearing over the Comptroller’s financial oversight of the rural, majority Black town to take place Wednesday.

Federal Judge Dismisses Suits On Behalf Of Gatlinburg Wildfire Victims

In all, 14 people died and more than 2,000 homes and businesses were damaged or destroyed in the blaze more than five years ago.