Politics

Buchanan Street Residents Divided Over New Business Restrictions

Proposed zoning overlay aims to limit certain businesses, sparking debate in Nashville community.

Nashville Explores Speed Cameras in School Zones

City officials consider pilot program to curb speeding and fund road safety projects

Nashville Mayor Treads Carefully as High Court Weighs Council, Airport Shakeups

Tennessee Supreme Court hears arguments over reducing Metro Council seats and shifting airport board appointments.

Tennessee Introduces Bill to Ban 'Algorithmic Pricing'

Proposed legislation aims to prohibit companies from using personal data to set variable prices.

Tennessee Democrats Introduce Bill to Protect Maternal Healthcare

The proposed Maternal Healthcare Protection Act aims to block doctors from refusing to treat pregnant patients.

Tennessee Bill Aims to Increase Penalties for Hands-Free Violations

Proposed legislation would raise court costs for first-time offenders under the state's Hands Free Tennessee law.

ICE Arrests: Rights of Detainees & Journalists in 2026 (NC & FL)

Understanding the legal landscape as immigration enforcement and press freedom intersect.

Spanish-Language News Reporter Arrested by US Immigration Authorities in Tennessee

Estefany Rodriguez Florez, a reporter for Nashville Noticias, was detained during a traffic stop without a warrant, her lawyer claims.

Federal Prosecutor Defends Timing of Migrant Smuggling Charges

Charges against Salvadoran migrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia stem from 2022 traffic stop, despite 2-year delay

Tennessee's Felony Law for 'Sanctuary' Policies Ruled Unconstitutional

A Tennessee law that threatened local officials with felony charges for voting on immigration policies has been struck down.

Paralegal's Bias Suit Against Law Firm Allowed in Court, Not Arbitration

Sixth Circuit rules sexual harassment claim triggers EFAA exception to force entire case into arbitration

GOP Senators Grill Cell Phone Companies Over Secret Jan. 6 Subpoenas

Lawmakers question carriers' compliance with court orders to turn over some Senators' toll records as part of Capitol attack probe.

Trump Fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem

President Trump replaces Kristi Noem with Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin to lead DHS

Trump Criticizes FBI Director Patel's Olympics Behavior

Patel's celebratory antics and use of government plane raise concerns about leadership and integrity of the Bureau.

Tennessee Lt. Gov. Randy McNally Announces Retirement

Longtime Republican lawmaker and Senate leader will not seek reelection in 2026.