Former Tennessee House speaker sentenced to 3 years in prison in legislative mail scheme
A former Tennessee House speaker has received a three-year prison sentence.
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MLB will use robot umpires in 2026
Major League Baseball’s 11-man competition committee has approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System in the major leagues in 2026.
Missouri woman gets more than 4 years in prison for trying to sell off Elvis Presley’s Graceland
A Missouri woman is scheduled to be sentenced for scheming to defraud Elvis Presley’s family by trying to auction off his Graceland home and property.
ABC ends Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and his show will return Tuesday
ABC will reinstate Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show after suspending it due to his comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
After two big weekends, the North American box office takes a hit
The North American box office has slowed down after a strong September. "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle" remains at the top, adding $17.3 million over the weekend.
Joey Aguilar throws for 3 TDs to lead No. 15 Tennessee over UAB 56-24
Joey Aguilar threw for 218 yards with three touchdowns and an interception to lead No. 15 Tennessee over UAB 56-24 on Saturday.
Emerging TikTok deal with China ensures US control of board and crucial algorithm, White House says
An emerging TikTok deal with China will ensure that U.S. companies control the algorithm that powers the app's video feed and Americans will hold a majority of seats on a board overseeing U.S. operations, the White House said Saturday.
Sonny Curtis, Crickets member who penned ‘Mary Tyler Moore Show’ theme, dies at 88
A vintage rock 'n' roller who wrote both the rebel anthem "I Fought the Law" and the theme to "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," Sonny Curtis has died at 88.
Mississippi police await autopsy results for Black student found hanged at Delta State
Mississippi police are urging patience as they wait for autopsy results for a Black student found hanging from a tree at Delta State University.
ABC suspends Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show indefinitely over his remarks about Charlie Kirk’s death
ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show indefinitely following comments he made about Charlie Kirk’s killing.
Students make a somber return to Utah campus where Charlie Kirk was assassinated
Utah Valley University students are returning to classes Wednesday for the first time since an assassin struck down conservative activist Charlie Kirk in an attack that stunned the nation.
National Guard plan stirs up mixed feelings from Memphis residents
President Donald Trump’s plan to send the National Guard into Memphis for a crime-fighting push has stirred mixed feelings among the populace.
Suspect in Kirk killing charged with aggravated murder as prosecutor says DNA found on gun trigger
The man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university has been charged with aggravated murder.
Kash Patel confronts Senate questions over probe into Charlie Kirk’s killing
FBI Director Kash Patel is clashing with skeptical Democrats at a contentious Senate oversight hearing.
Robert Redford, Oscar-winning actor, director and indie patriarch, dies at 89
Robert Redford has died at 89.
New York judge tosses terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, lets murder count stand
A judge has dismissed terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione.
Trump deploys National Guard to Memphis, calling it a ‘replica’ of his crackdown on Washington
President Trump has announced the deployment of the National Guard to Memphis to combat crime, testing the limits of presidential power by using military force in cities.
US and China reach a framework deal on TikTok
A framework deal has been reached between China and the U.S. for the ownership of TikTok.
DNA evidence found near scene of Charlie Kirk’s shooting matches suspect, FBI director says
FBI Director Kash Patel says DNA on a towel wrapped around a rifle found near where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated matches that of the 22-year-old accused in the killing.
Titans’ penalty woes and sacks plague rookie QB Cam Ward in home opener loss
The Tennessee Titans have allowed 11 sacks through two games and been flagged 23 times for 193 yards.
‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ opens to $70M, biggest anime debut in North America
"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle" carved out a place in box office history this weekend as the Japanese anime film sliced straight to No. 1 — outpacing the horror sequel "The Conjuring: Last Rites."
Ricky Hatton, former world boxing champion, dies at 46
Ricky Hatton, the former boxing world champion who rose to become one of the most popular fighters in the sport, has died. He was 46.
Memphis mayor says he got confirmation National Guard would be deployed from Trump’s TV comments
Memphis' mayor said Saturday that President Donald Trump's TV announcement the day before was the first hard confirmation he received that the National Guard would be sent to the city an anti-crime mission.
Sean Astin, who starred in ‘Lord of the Rings’ and ‘Rudy,’ is elected as SAG-AFTRA’s new president
The union that represents tens of thousands of actors and other entertainer and media professionals has elected Sean Astin as its new president.
Trump says National Guard will be deployed to Memphis; lawmakers react
President Donald Trump said Friday he’ll send the National Guard to Memphis to address crime concerns.
A 22-year-old Utah man is in custody in Charlie Kirk shooting
The suspect in custody in connection with the assassination of Charlie Kirk is a 22-year-old from Utah.
What to know about the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk
Officials say the shooting that killed Charlie Kirk was a targeted attack.
ICE detainees begin arriving at former prison in West Tennessee
Detainees have started arriving at a former Tennessee prison that’s been turned into a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center.
Photos released of suspected Kirk shooter, rifle recovered
The FBI is asking for the public's help.
President Trump marks 9/11 anniversary at the Pentagon
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump are marking 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks.
Titans reach halfway point of construction on new enclosed stadium
The Tennessee Titans are at the halfway point of building their new Nissan Stadium.
Former Memphis officer being released from custody after new trial ordered in Tyre Nichols case
A judge has ruled that a former Memphis police officer convicted of federal civil rights charges in the beating death of Tyre Nichols will be released from custody after a new trial was ordered in the case.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah college event
Charlie Kirk, the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, has died after being shot Wednesday at a college event, President Donald Trump says.
Apple’s iPhone 17 line-up includes a new ultra-thin model and $100 price hike for Pro model
Apple has rolled out its next generation of iPhone that includes a new ultra-thin model and a slight price hike for one of its high-end models.
Cracker Barrel suspends plans to remodel restaurants after logo blowup
Cracker Barrel said Tuesday it’s suspending remodels of its restaurants after criticism from many longtime fans.
Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Lainey Wilson lead 2025 CMA Awards with 6 each
Ella Langley, Megan Moroney and Lainey Wilson lead nominations for the Country Music Association Awards.
Mark Volman, who co-founded The Turtles and performed with Flo & Eddie, has died at 78
Mark Volman, a founding member of the 1960's pop group The Turtles, whose hits include "Happy Together" and "Elenore," died in Nashville, Tennessee, on Friday after a brief, unexpected illness, according to his publicist, Ame Van Iden. He was 78.
Powerball lottery players in Missouri and Texas to split nearly $1.8 billion jackpot
Powerball players in Missouri and Texas won the nearly $1.8 billion jackpot on Saturday, overcoming astronomical odds to end the lottery game's three-month drought without a big winner.
South Korea will bring home 300 workers detained in massive Hyundai plant raid in Georgia
More than 300 South Korean workers detained following a massive immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia will be released and brought home, the South Korean government announced Sunday.
Aguilar throws for 288 yards, 2 TDs to lead No. 22 Tennessee past East Tennessee, 72-17
Joey Aguilar threw for 288 yards and two touchdowns — all in the first half — to lead No. 22 Tennessee to a 72-17 romp over East Tennessee State on Saturday.
RFK. Jr’s family members say he is a ‘threat’ to Americans’ health and call for his resignation
Members of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s family are calling for him to step down as health secretary following a contentious congressional hearing this past week, during which the Trump Cabinet official faced bipartisan questioning about his tumultuous leadership of federal health agencies.
Titans sign veteran safety Amani Hooker to a multiyear extension
Tennessee safety Amani Hooker has signed an extension, keeping one of the Titans' longest-tenured players with the franchise around past this season.
What the Tech: App of the day ‘Mapstr’
Nowadays, travelers depend less on walking up to a local and asking for a restaurant recommendation. Instead, we’re using our phones to Google for places to eat. What if there was a way to get real recommendations from real people, not just sponsored ads?
Trump executive order will rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War
President Donald Trump will issue an executive order renaming the Department of Defense as the Department of War.
Earthquake in eastern Afghanistan destroys villages and kills 800 people, with 2,500 injured
A strong earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has killed at least 800 people and injured over 2,500.
Aguilar passes for 3 touchdowns as No. 24 Tennessee beats Syracuse 45-26 in season opener
Joey Aguilar passed for 247 yards and three touchdowns, and No. 24 Tennessee held off Syracuse for a 45-26 win on Saturday.
What happens to Trump’s tariffs now that a federal appeals court has knocked them down?
President Donald Trump has audaciously claimed virtually unlimited power to bypass Congress and impose sweeping taxes on foreign products.
New trial for 3 Memphis ex-officers convicted in connection with the beating death of Tyre Nichols
A judge has ordered a new trial for three former Memphis police officers who were convicted of federal charges in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.
At least five children injured in a shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school
Authorities and a hospital say at least five children have been injured in a shooting during the first week of classes at a Minneapolis Catholic school.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia detained by ICE in Baltimore, faces deportation efforts
Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been detained by immigration authorities in Baltimore and faces efforts by the Trump administration to deport him to Uganda.
