The MNPD is undergoing a CALEA assessment to maintain its accreditation by reviewing policies and practices to uphold law enforcement excellence standards.

Jim Colvin has been named the new Chief of Police in Brentwood, taking over a department he's served since 2004. Mayor Gorman praised his appointment.

The Tennessee Board of Regents honored top students, faculty, staff, and supporters of the state's community and technical colleges at its Seventh Annual SOAR Awards in Nashville.

Jack Hyatt retires as Murfreesboro's Fleet Services Director; Tommy Miller Jr. to succeed him on March 2, 2025.

Tennessee Congressman John Rose has announced his run for governor after his final term in Congress, emphasizing his commitment to Republican values and his Tennessee roots.

Historian Lina Britto will lecture on Colombia's drug wars at MTSU as part of the Strickland Distinguished Scholars Series.

Tennessee lawmakers are considering legislation to tighten regulation on the hemp industry, including lower THCA limits, which could impact over 70% of hemp flower sales and result in industry-wide job losses.

MTSU alumnus Brian Chumney is nominated for an Oscar for his sound editing work on "The Wild Robot." His career includes work at Skywalker Ranch and prior nominations for sound. MTSU credits his success to his education there.

Commissioner Greg Gonzales of Tennessee set the state's maximum interest rate at 11.50%, reflecting changes in the national economy and borrowing costs.

The Tennessee Department of Education and Vanderbilt's TERA launched the 2025 Tennessee Educator Survey for teacher and staff insights on the state's education system.

Tennessee is distributing $10.7 million for rural healthcare workforce development, aiding training and apprenticeships in 91 counties starting July 1, 2025.

Dr. Gwendolyn Sutton of TCAT Memphis becomes the chair of the Council on Occupational Education, with Laura Travis of TCAT Dickson also appointed to its board.

The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission has set the 2025-26 fishing regulations, elected new leadership, and honored outgoing commissioners. Changes include simplified bass rules and a reduced crappie limit at Reelfoot Lake.