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The United Auto Workers faces a key test in the South with upcoming vote at Alabama Mercedes plant
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New lawsuit renews challenge to Tennessee laws targeting crossover voting in primary elections
A group of voters filed a legal challenge to two state laws meant to prevent crossover voting after they said they were intimidated into not voting in primaries.
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Sunbright, Morgan Co. to receive $10,000 for rebuilding efforts after tornado
This funding, secured by Rep. Ed Butler (R-Rickman), comes after the small community would not be receiving any state or federal funding.
Music
Gov. Bill Lee signs law to protect musicians from AI
Gov. Lee signed the "Elvis Act" in early 2024. He said the law will protect musicians from the illegal use of artificial intelligence.
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New Tennessee law prohibits driving cars with 'Carolina Squat' modifications on state roads
The "Carolina Squat" is a kind of modification that lifts the front of a car above the back end, causing the car to drive at an angle not parallel to the road.
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How may reclassifying marijuana impact people in East Tennessee, and across the US?
The DEA is working to reclassify marijuana as a Schedule Three drug, down from a Schedule One drug.
State
Bill requiring some domestic violence offenders to wear GPS devices passes TN House and Senate
More than 61,000 people survived domestic violence in Tennessee in 2022. More than 4,000 of those cases involved a gun or asphyxiation.
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2 East Tennessee counties rank in the top 10 for population growth
From 2022 to 2023, Knox County saw an increase of 5,289 people, according to a state data center.
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U.S. to moving marijuana to less dangerous drug
Medical marijuana is currently a Schedule One drug, along with heroin and LSD.
Politics
TN AG sues U.S. Dept of Education, challenging overhaul of Title IX law
Title IX protects the privacy and safety of women in private spaces like locker rooms and bathrooms.
Politics
Are the requirements for teachers to carry more strict than for the average person to carry?
Gov. Bill Lee signed a new law allowing faculty and staff to carry on school grounds but only if they meet key requirements.
Travel
A standard ID will soon be unacceptable when flying domestically. Here's what you need to know
In May 2025, you'll need a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative document to fly domestically.
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