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Obion County to Consider Electing Highway Superintendent

Proposal would put county road department leadership on the ballot

Americans Skeptical of Trump's Claims of Booming Economy Ahead of Midterms

Reuters/Ipsos poll finds most Americans, including many Republicans, disagree with Trump's assessment of the economy.

Sullivan County Election Slates Set for May Primary, August General

Qualifying deadline was February 19, with primaries on May 5 and general election on August 4.

Eight Candidates Removed from May County Primaries

Five Democrats and three Republicans disqualified from running in upcoming primaries.

Jacqueline Burton announces candidacy for CMCSS School Board, District 5

Longtime educational support professional seeks to support students and educators on the school board

Chris Lancia Announces Candidacy for Montgomery County Commission, District 6

Retired Army officer and state government official seeks to guide county through growth while preserving local character

Shelby County Primary Candidates Face Qualifying Deadline

Several candidates vying for local offices in Memphis-area races

Candidates Certified for Shelby County Primary Elections

Crowded field of Democrats and Republicans to compete in May 5 primaries

House Democrats Target Trump-Won Districts in Bid for Majority

Party's campaign arm announces investments in 12 candidates seeking to oust Republican lawmakers, including in areas Trump easily won in 2024.

Democrats Target Deep Red House Districts for Midterm Flips

DCCC releases 'Red to Blue' list of challengers in Republican-held seats that backed Trump in 2024

Christina Lee Hardesty running for Montgomery County Commission, District 2

Hardesty says she is committed to integrity, transparency, and conservative values in county government

Senate Must Pass SAVE America Act to Secure Elections

Blackburn calls for bipartisan action to require photo ID and proof of citizenship for voting

Gavin Newsom Reveals What's Holding Him Back from Running for President: 'I'm Busted'

California governor says his family's support is the only thing standing in the way of a potential 2028 White House bid.

Candidates File Petitions for Washington County, TN Offices

Races for county mayor, sheriff, commission, and school board on the ballot

Madison County Mayoral Candidates Meet Voters Face-to-Face

Local candidates share goals and plans at 'Meet and Greet' event ahead of primary election.

Former Shelby County Clerk Joe Brown Pulls GOP Petition for Mayor

Brown previously ran as a Democrat and independent, now eyes Republican bid for county's top job.

Halbert Signals Interest in 3 County Races, Including Clerk

Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert pulls petitions for multiple county offices despite term limits.

Crowded Shelby County Mayoral Race Draws Early Interest

Voters express priorities like education and public safety despite limited knowledge of candidates

Tennessee Gubernatorial Candidate Jerri Green Outlines Policy Agenda

Green vows to end 287(g) agreements, defund ICE, expand Medicaid, and repeal state's abortion ban if elected

Memphis Businessman Rusty Qualls Runs for Shelby County Mayor

Qualls believes his business experience and focus on unity can bring positive change to the county.

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