Tennessee Announces Tax Relief for Hurricane Helene Victims with Deadlines Extended to May 1, 2025 for Affected Counties
Tennessee announces tax relief for those affected by Hurricane Helene, extending filing deadlines and offering sales tax refunds on certain purchases for rebuilding efforts.
Gun Theft Surge in Nashville: Over 700 Firearms Stolen from Vehicles in 2024, Police Urge Elevated Security Measures
In Nashville, a report shows majority of stolen guns in 2024 were taken from vehicles, with 702 out of total stolen firearms this year. Despite police efforts and warnings, the trend persists, and the department urges better vehicle security.
Tennessee National Guard Dispatches 600 Members to Aid Flood Recovery Efforts in East Tennessee
The Tennessee National Guard is aiding in East Tennessee's recovery from Hurricane Helene with nearly 600 members, using vehicles and helicopters for rescue operations, supply delivery, and infrastructure repair.
Tennessee Human Rights Commission Welcomes Diona E. Layden as New Deputy Director
Diona E. Layden has been appointed Deputy Director of the THRC, bringing extensive state government experience to the role overseeing agency operations. William Wade and Christopher Cowart also join the legal division.
Nashville 11-Year-Old Arrested for Making Threat of Mass Violence on Social Media
An 11-year-old from JFK Middle School in Nashville was arrested for sending threatening messages and an Instagram post with guns, resulting in charges of making a threat of mass violence and false reporting.












