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How the Tennessee Whiskey Trail contributes billions to the Nashville, Tennessee economy
Tennessee whiskey is much more than a single brand. The Tennessee Whiskey Trail, which encompasses nearly 30 distillery brands — some with multiple locations, and more than 40 destinations across 500 miles, has become a major tourist draw. From the Tasting Bar at Nashville Barrel Co. to Bootleggers and...
Local politicians react to Biden’s exit from presidential race
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Following President Joe Biden’s announcement that he was withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, local politicians are sharing their opinions. Many local and regional lawmakers said this gives the Democratic Party a chance to reset and disrupt the dynamic. Some have already thrown their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris. “For me, […]
Blind Boys of Alabama and Blues Artist Bobby Rush collaborate on “99 ½ Won’t Do”
For the first time, gospel icons Blind Boys of Alabama and Blues Hall of Famer Bobby Rush have collaborated on a recording released today. This collaboration features the sacred soul classic “99 ½ Won’t Do” and aims to support the Mid-South Food Bank in Memphis, TN. Both artists have had legendary careers spanning six decades and recently won Grammy Awards in 2024. Joining them on the recording are Dom Flemons and the folk-rock band Dustbowl Revival.
Hoppers Bounced from OVL Playoffs by Fulton
The Hoptown Hoppers’ 2024 campaign came to an end Saturday night with a loss to Fulton in the Ohio Valley League playoffs. Jake Vitale and Dom Maldet each homered as the Railroaders defeated the Hoppers 8-2 at Hopkinsville High School. Vitale finished 3-for-5 with two runs batted in while...
Showers and Thunderstorms Expected in Southern Illinois, Western Kentucky, Eastern Missouri
Paducah, KY – An unsettled weather pattern is set to impact eastern Missouri, southern Illinois, and western Kentucky through much of the upcoming week. Residents in these regions should prepare for daily chances of showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures forecasted to remain slightly below normal for this time of year.
Humboldt community members gather for movie night in the park
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — One community had an evening of fun with a movie night in the park. The Humboldt Park and Recreation Board presented a family movie night at Viking Park. Friday night’s movie was a free showing of ‘Toy Story’. Residents brought their chairs and...
State unemployment holds steady at historic low
NASHVILLE — Tennessee continues to experience record-low unemployment, according to data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The rate for June came in at 3%, which was unchanged from the all-time low unemployment rate the state recorded in May. In a year-to-year comparison, Tennessee’s June 2024 seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 of a percentage point. Employers added new jobs to Tennessee’s workforce between May...
Brown has enjoyed a year of representing Miss Tennessee Volunteer
Representing the state of Tennessee in the Miss Volunteer America pageant last month was a highlight for Jada Brown, who was Miss Lane College Volunteer before winning Miss Tennessee Volunteer a year ago. And Brown has one more task ahead of her in that role, and that is crowning her...
Jury Recommends 70 Year Sentence For Attempted Murder Of Officers, Armed Robbery
Mayfield, Ky.–A man was found guilty of robbing a Mayfield business at gunpoint after the 2021 tornado and of shooting at officers and the jury recommended he be sentenced to the maximum 70 years on the attempted murder and robbery charges. The Graves County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office has announced...
Gov. JB Pritzker, Illinois leaders react after Biden drops out of 2024 race ahead of Chicago DNC
Reactions are pouring in Sunday afternoon from Illinois Democrats and Republicans after President Joe Biden announced he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPresident Joe Biden is leaving the 2024 race after a halting debate performance against Donald Trump led to questions from Democrats about his age, ability to carry out his campaign and whether he could serve a second term.Biden said in a statement posted Sunday that he will "stand down.""I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down...
Man killed on Beale Street after overnight shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is dead following an overnight shooting near the FedExForum on Beale Street, and Memphis Police are still looking for the shooter Sunday morning. Memphis Police said they responded to the shooting scene at 4th Street and Beale Street around 10:52 p.m. Saturday. There, they...
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