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    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.

    Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs, Refunds Debated

    Democrats push for businesses and consumers to receive refunds, but administration says it's up to lower courts.

    Local Nonprofit and ACLU File Lawsuit Against City of Memphis

    The lawsuit is in response to MPD's refusal to provide requested use-of-force documents.

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    Recent news

    Feb. 25, 2026

    Judge orders Trump administration to restore President's House slavery exhibits

    The Department of Interior and National Park Service must restore the exhibits by Friday, the judge ruled.

    Feb. 25, 2026

    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

    Feb. 21, 2026

    Judge Blocks Middle Point Landfill Expansion in Murfreesboro

    Court orders Tennessee regulators to halt review of 70-foot vertical expansion at Middle Point Landfill amid community concerns

    Feb. 18, 2026

    Judge Orders Restoration of Slavery Exhibits at Washington's Home

    Ruling compares monument changes to Orwellian rewriting of history

    Feb. 10, 2026

    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.

    Feb. 9, 2026

    Senator Hagerty Files FCC Complaint Against Verizon Over Disclosure of Senate Phone Data

    Hagerty demands Verizon admit wrongdoing and discipline employees involved in complying with DOJ subpoena for his phone records.

    Feb. 9, 2026

    EEOC Alleges Black Employees Barred from Restrooms at Memphis Cemetery

    Lawsuit claims StoneMor GP LLC restricted access to upper-floor facilities for Black workers

    Feb. 7, 2026

    New Tennessee Gun Law Raises Concerns for Security Company CEO

    The law allows certified armed security guards to carry rifles and shotguns, but the industry says more clarity is needed on implementation.
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    More Politics news
    Legislative Policy

    Tennessee Lawmaker Seeks to Lower School Bus Driver Age Minimum

    Social Security Expert Warns Trump Policy May Speed up Cuts for Millions

    Tennessee Introduces Bill to Ban 'Algorithmic Pricing'
    Elections

    Three Candidates Vie to Replace Retiring Tennessee Lt. Governor

    Tennessee Governor Endorses Carter County Mayor for Re-Election

    Retired Army Major Announces Candidacy for Montgomery County Commission
    Government

    Trump Fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem

    Tennessee Declares Itself a 'Meeting Place' with God

    Calls for Independent Law Enforcement Amid Corruption Concerns
    Immigration

    Judge Orders ICE to Justify Arrest of Nashville Journalist

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

    Federal Judge Orders DHS to Justify Detention of Nashville Journalist
    U.S. Military

    Family of Soldier Awarded Congressional Medal for Protecting Jewish POWs from Nazis

    Trump Awards Medal of Honor to Three Soldiers

    WWII Hero Awarded Medal of Honor for Refusing to ID Jewish Americans
    City Hall

    Kingsport BMA Holds Budget Work Session

    Buchanan Street Residents Divided Over New Business Restrictions

    Knoxville City Council Approves Warming Center Resolution
    Civic Engagement

    Concerns Grow Over Potential Unrest in Black Communities Amid Societal Shifts

    America Out Loud Celebrates 250 Years of America and 10 Years of News

    Kamala Harris Pushes to Lower Voting Age to 16 at Oakland Event
    International Relations

    Mid-South Lawmakers Divided Over Iran Strikes

    Memphis Reps Back U.S. and Israeli Strikes on Iran

    Trump's Iran Strikes Become Merchandise Fodder
    Commentary

    Veteran Journalist Judy Woodruff Sees Hope Amid Divisive Times in the U.S.

    Democrats Accused of Hypocrisy in Face of Doomsday

    Billie Eilish's 'Stolen Land' Claim Ignores Universal History of Migration and Conquest
    Political Parties

    Trump Golfs as US Troops Remain in Harm's Way

    Sen. Lindsey Graham Faces Backlash Over Frequent Israel, Ukraine Trips

    Knox County Democrats Aim to Flip Red Seats