CHICAGO (AP) — In July, in a packed classroom in downtown Chicago, a group composed mostly of early elementary teachers and child care workers read a story about “Wendi,” a fictional preschool teacher who loves reading but struggles in math. Even…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Several historic sites across Tennessee are getting preservation grant funds. Sites receiving a portion of over $1.1 million from the Federal Historic Preservation Fund include: Benton County -- NAPAS: $17,335 to fund archaeological investigations at the Moore…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Top Ladies of Distinction are preparing to celebrate a historic chartering in the Hub City. According to a press release, noted Associate Professor of Education at Lane…
DETROIT (AP) — The U.S. government is taking a big step toward forcing a defiant Tennessee company to recall 52 million air bag inflators that could explode, hurl shrapnel and injure or kill people. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The District Attorney's Office announced Tuesday that a member of the Crips has received a sentence. The news release says that Devin Jerrod Long, 32, of Jackson, was arrested by Jackson police back in June of 2020…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee state Rep. Gloria Johnson has formally announced her campaign for U.S. Senate in 2024. The Democrat shot to national fame after narrowly surviving a Republican-led expulsion effort in the state Legislature. As a member of…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Capitol physician says Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell’s health episodes show “no evidence” of being strokes or seizures. The Capitol physician said that in a letter released Tuesday after a medical evaluation and consultation with…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. – Monday marked Labor Day, a day where families go out and spend some fun in the sun while they enjoy their time off work. Community…
DYER COUTY, Tenn. -- The fair is currently underway in Dyer County, offering rides, food, and plenty of fun. Residents have flocked to the fairgrounds to participate in exhibits, shows, and…
WASHINGTON (AP) — First lady Jill Biden tested positive for COVID-19 Monday but is experiencing only mild symptoms, her spokeswoman said. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden walk to board Air Force One for…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol has implemented an increase in enforcement for Labor Day travel. The increased enforcement began on Friday at 6 p.m. and will continue until Tuesday…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Starts With Us hosted a solution session to discuss gun safety in Tennessee. Following the Covenant Elementary School shooting, Tennesseans rallied together to have a group discussion regarding gun safety with citizens solutions. This discussion was hosted…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The highly anticipated Martini Party fundraiser is back again, offering a ton of fun for participants. The event will be held Friday, September 29 at 7 p.m. It's…
RIPLEY, Tenn. -- A local town celebrated an impressive anniversary. The City of Ripley observed their 100th annual Labor Day celebration Starting on the September 2, it continued through to…
NEW YORK (AP) — Labor Day is right around the corner, along with the big sales and barbecues that come with it. But the activist roots of the holiday are especially visible this year as unions challenge how workers are…
