The measure, which is at odds with the Senate version, would reduce the number of scholarships, provide a bit of transparency and require immigration status reporting.
McNally Bows Out
The lieutenant governor and Senate speaker, whose district includes a slice of Knox County, will step down after nearly 50 years in the state Legislature.
Who is John Rose?
The Republican congressman is fighting a lack of name recognition in his quest to beat U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn in the GOP primary for governor in 2026.
State Budget Contraction
Gov. Bill Lee touts innovation in a budget plan that is slightly smaller year over year; Democrats say the proposal reflects misplaced priorities.
Weekly Watch: Feb. 10-16, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Session Prep
On the eve of Gov. Bill Lee’s legislative push, Democratic legislators hold a town hall to raise concerns about vouchers and immigration enforcement.
Power Poll: Special Legislative Session
A majority of respondents oppose Lee’s proposals on school vouchers and immigration enforcement, but members support increased disaster relief almost unanimously.
Blackburn at the Starting Line
The Trump-backed senator is expected to formally announce a run for governor within two weeks; Jacobs would endorse her candidacy.
School Board Nixes Voucher Support
The GOP majority split over whether to add Gov. Bill Lee’s proposal for private-school scholarships to the board’s list of legislative priorities.
A ‘Model’ School
In a visit to Knox County’s L&N STEM Academy, Gov. Bill Lee makes a case for educational options.