Vanderbilt University hosted the national SCC PI meeting to discuss smart technology in community infrastructures, with emphasis on university-community partnerships.

Nashville police seek juveniles for questioning in the shooting death of 16-year-old Henry Taylor, following an incident involving gunfire between groups.

Tennessee National Guardsmen Staff Sgt. Cole Lukens and Spc. Noah Green threw the ceremonial first pitch at the Nashville Sounds' season opener, honored for their service and dedication.

The Music City Behavioral Health and Wellness Summit, hosted by the Metro Public Health Department, aims to address mental health and substance use issues in Nashville.

Tennessee advances a bill requiring strict age verification on adult websites to protect minors, with Senator Massey advocating for it. The bill, which has passed the Senate Finance Committee, aims to make sites criminally liable for underage access.

Tennessee's THEC has designated April 1-5, 2024, as "Finish the FAFSA Week" to encourage high school seniors to apply for financial aid, with the goal of boosting the state's already high national ranking in FAFSA submissions.

Missy Testerman from Tennessee has been named the 2024 National Teacher of the Year for her dedication to students and teaching. She will serve as an ambassador for education nationwide.

Tennessee joins a multistate lawsuit against Mariner Finance over unethical lending and hidden fees, with Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti leading the state's legal action.

The Tennessee Department of Education and TERA have launched the 2024 Tennessee Educator Survey to gather feedback from educators, which could influence state education policies.

Tennessee State University faces a board overhaul and student protests amid claims of financial mismanagement, with broader concerns about HBCU funding and equity in Tennessee.

Tennessee lawmakers passed a bill allowing foster parents to reject LGBTQ+ children for "religious or moral" reasons, facing backlash and calls for a veto.

The Tennessee Public Utility Commission is emphasizing the importance of calling 811 before digging to avoid hitting buried utilities and causing harm or disruption.

Tennessee has raised the maximum interest rate to 12.50% per annum, effective immediately, based on the average prime loan rate plus 4%. Commissioner Gonzales says the rate will adjust with Federal Reserve changes.