Smoke Signal

Man holding a half-rolled cannabis cigarett.

A new state law provides regulation — and legitimization — for the sale of hemp-derived THC in Tennessee.

Power Poll: The Tennessee Three

Justin Jones, Gloria Johnson and Justin Pearson arm-in-arm at the state Capitol on Thursday, April 6.

A majority of survey respondents said legislators shouldn’t have been expelled and that racism played a role in the votes.

Johnson Survives

Gloria Johnson Photo

The state House of Representatives booted two of three Democratic members who joined gun violence protesters from the chamber last week.

Family Matters

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Tennessee state employees are likely to receive paid parental leave in next year’s budget. Will the private sector follow?

Holding Back

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As the Legislature debates changes to its third-grade retention law, the key issue remains who will make the decision.

Obscene or Heard?

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With new restrictions on drag shows taking effect next month, the impact of the law on performers and venues remains unclear.

Bill Aims to Change City Elections

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Legislation under consideration in Nashville would force Knoxville to abandon citywide voting for district City Council representatives.

Chambers Back Lee’s Road Plan

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Business leaders in Knoxville and other metros support the governor’s proposals for ‘choice lanes’ and increased electric vehicle fees.