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The Tennessee Court of Appeals ruled today that the state's attempted takeover of the Airport Authority was a violation of home rule and unconstitutional. nashvillebanner.com/2024/11/07/m...

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Casada trial day 4: On Friday, testimony from former Director of the Office of Legislative Administration Connie Ridley revealed details of how it was discovered that aide Cade Cothren was behind the political mailer company Phoenix Solutions. Story: @connordaryani.bsky.social

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A seeming retreat on Fusus brings the administration closer to the position held by activists and some Metro Councilmembers, who have warned that establishing such a system would hand the Trump administration a weapon to use in targeting immigrants and other marginalized communities.

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Casada Trial day 3: On Thursday, federal prosecutors and defense attorneys made their opening statements and the first three witnesses took the stand in the trial of former Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada and his chief of staff, Cade Cothren. Story: @connordaryani.bsky.social

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In 2024, Metro Animal Care and Control recorded 807 dog bites and 84 vicious dog complaints. Such matters end up in Environmental Court, a largely obscure corner of the system where public safety, animal rights, neighborly relations and people’s emotional attachments to their pets intersect.

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The Tennessee General Assembly wrapped its 2025 legislative session this week. Here’s your comprehensive summary of where bills previously covered by the Banner stand, including what will be signed into law, what failed to gain traction, and what we expect to be reprised next year.

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Even though abortion is illegal in Tennessee, abortion pills by mail are not. This week, Mayday Health will spread word about abortion pills through a digital billboard truck and poster campaign. nashvillebanner.com/2025/04/24/m...

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Casada Trial Day 2: A 12-person jury with four alternates has been set in the trial of Glen Casada and Cade Cothren, the former Tennessee House Speaker and his one-time chief of staff. Opening remarks will take place on Thursday morning. Story: @connordaryani.bsky.social

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We're hiring two paid interns! Come work with me for the summer at @nashvillebanner.bsky.social nashvillebanner.com/jobs-at-the-...

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In the 1974 NFL Draft, Nashville emerged as the epicenter courtesy of Tennessee State University and Ed “Too Tall” Jones, the first HBCU player selected No. 1 overall. Four other TSU players were drafted by the 2nd round, unprecedented in an event historically dominated by power conferences.

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UPDATE: Diocese spokesman Rick Musacchio told us refugee assistance efforts carried out by a branch of Catholic Charities will continue. But, both Catholic Charities and the TN Office for Refugees have been “severely cut by Trump stopping the funding and stopping the flow of migrants coming in.”

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Casada Trial Day 1: Former Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada confirmed he rejected a plea deal from federal prosecutors. Jury selection began and will continue on Wednesday, with opening statements set to follow. Story: @connordaryani.bsky.social

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Catholic Charities has helped thousands of refugees and immigrants build new and successful lives in Middle Tennessee. But now, because of funding cuts from the Trump administration, the organization will no longer serve this community — a community that already struggles to get needs met.

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Glen Casada arriving at federal court

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🎥 Tennessee’s Inmate Disciplinary Oversight Board has the power revoke “good time” credit when inmates commit serious offenses while in custody. But, no one seems to be adding up the taxpayer cost of all that increased incarceration. Story: @genuinehumandk.bsky.social

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The trial of former TN House Speaker Glen Casada and his chief of staff, Cade Cothren, begins on Tuesday. The government alleges 20 counts of money laundering, bribery, wire fraud, and theft. Here’s your primer including a rundown of the key lawmakers and operatives who could be called to testify.

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1 out of every 6 children in Tennessee struggles with hunger. Yet recent DOGE cuts are creating major issues for those working to get fresh food into the hands of the hungry, from Second Harvest to community food pantries like the one at Watson Grove Baptist Church in Edgehill.

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When an inmate dies at Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, family members are told they have 30 days to collect their loved one’s belongings – and not much else. Two families spoke with the Banner about their experiences with trying to get information about what happened to their loved ones.

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With “tornado alley” shifting east, the city advocates for sheltering in place because driving during a tornado warning is dangerous. For Nashvillians in mobile homes, unhoused or in substandard housing, that may not be enough.

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I talked to some parents of people who have died at CoreCivic's Trousdale prison and their experience of feeling left in the dark about what happened to their sons. nashvillebanner.com/2025/04/17/t...

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The property assessor's office mistakenly put new appraisals for property values online, leading some people to find big increases in their property's values (and worry about taxes). Here's what you need to know: nashvillebanner.com/2025/04/16/n...

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The Tennessee Court of Appeals ruled unanimously that the Choose How You Move transit plan crafted by Mayor Freddie O’Connell and overwhelmingly approved by voters last November, is legal and can proceed – though using surcharge funds to purchase land for housing and parks will not be permitted.

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A proposed bill that would allow school districts to charge tuition for or deny public education to undocumented children may be put on hold until next year as funding questions loom. If delayed, it could be put back on the House calendar with no additional vote needed from the Senate.

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The Metro Council’s Tuesday meeting resulted in a grab bag of items including plans for the Hadley Park and Richland Park library branches, approving the refund of $1.4 million in stormwater fees collected in 2024 and advancing two affordable housing initiatives. Story: @stelliott.bsky.social

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NEW from @sarahgracetaylor.bsky.social: Without Funding, Tennessee’s School Immigration Bill May Hold Until Next Year nashvillebanner.com/2025/04/15/s...

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TN lawmakers are considering a bill to dissolve the state’s Human Rights Commission, an independent board that handles discrimination complaints about employers, housing providers and more. The bill is tied to a former commissioner who resigned from the board after accusations of misconduct.

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At Tuesday’s meeting, the Metro Council will consider proposals to rename two roads in honor of notable civil rights activists. Additionally, the body will move toward a refund of fees collected by the Metro Water Department, weigh the purchase of property for a new library and more.

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From @betsyphillips.bsky.social: Trailblazing Black journalist Duke Wellington Berry had bylines in the Nashville Banner and The Tennessean as early as 1910.

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One remaining question as Nashville officials advance closure of Old Tent City: Where will residents end up after transitional housing stop at airport motel?

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Researchers across Middle Tennessee continue to have grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities terminated. Many received no formal notification. All wrestle with the implications of those cuts. Story: @steveharuch.bsky.social

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The skies are calm at the moment, but when Middle Tennessee weather gets hectic, @nashseverewx.com keeps crucial information flowing in real time. Andrew Leeper and Will Minkoff join @genuinehumandk.bsky.social this week on Banner & Co. to talk about their origin story and tips to stay safe.

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In its closest vote this session, the Tennessee Senate passed a contentious bill allowing school districts to charge tuition or deny education to students based on their immigration status. Story: @sarahgracetaylor.bsky.social

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It has been two weeks since Metro officials announced their intent to close Old Tent City, an encampment of unhoused citizens, within 60 days. Some residents are eager to work with the city and move to transitional housing. Others see an uncertain future for themselves. ✏️: @stelliott.bsky.social

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While the Trump administration has ramped up its targeting of foreign-born college students across the country for deportation, Vanderbilt University faculty and students are still mostly in the dark about how they are supposed to respond to potential immigration enforcement on campus.

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In the first three months of this year, the Davidson County grand jury declined to recommend indictments for 47 of the 654 cases it heard. That is more than 10 times the number of “no true bills” typically issued over such a span. Story: @connordaryani.bsky.social

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Akilah’s Law, a gun bill introduced by Rep. Shaundelle Brooks, has been well received early in the legislative process. But as it has advanced the bill has drawn greater scrutiny from mental health advocates. Story: @sarahgracetaylor.bsky.social

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