With COVID-19 cases and unemployment claims both rising, Gov. Bill Lee is mulling whether to ease restrictions.
Capitol Exodus
As the state Legislature barrelled toward a budget vote and recess last week, local lawmakers saw things to applaud and lament.
A Fledgling Urban/Suburban Coalition
Legislators from districts in and around Tennessee’s major cities discuss ways to promote the interests of metropolitan areas.
Family Leave Takes the Stage
Tennessee’s Republican governor and a Democratic lawmaker have made paid family leave a key issue leading into the legislative session — but they don’t see eye to eye.
Knox GOP Legislators: No Minimum Wage Hike
As the Legislature prepares to return to session, local representatives also weigh in on vouchers, healthcare and abortion.
‘This Has Got to Be a Tipping Point’
East Tennessee gun-reform activists want to convert anger and grief at the weekend’s mass shootings into tangible results.
Legislative Report 2019
Knox County legislators were in the thick of the most tumultuous session in years. From school vouchers to sports betting, here’s a look at what passed and what didn’t.
RAM Continues to Fill a Void
While the Legislature resists expanding Medicaid, Remote Area Medical treats the area’s uninsured at Chilhowee Park.
Mapping the Votes
Where did Marsha Blackburn fare best? Who tipped the balance for Martin Daniel? A quick sift through the Knox County precinct results of Tuesday’s election.
Johnson Easily Wins Rematch
The former legislator beats GOP incumbent on her third try, resulting in Democrats’ sole gain in Knox County.
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