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‘Back the Blue Act’ increases penalties for attacking a first responder in Tennessee
SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - On July 1st, Tennessee lawmakers increased the consequences for assaulting any police officer, firefighter, and nurse. A law called “Back the Blue Act” is answering one mother’s prayers as her son has served as a police officer for over 30 years. “I remember...
Dry skies, high buys: Firework safety ignites concerns as sales soar in Tennessee, Georgia
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — America celebrates its 248th birthday on Thursday, and while the day is sure to end with a bang, authorities are also hoping it doesn't end with a wildfire. The Tennessee Division of Forestry is reminding residents that dry land can be dangerous. According to the Climate...
Kirk Cameron joins Hollywood exodus leaving California
Actor Kirk Cameron announced Wednesday that he has left California and moved to Tennessee, adding to the list of Hollywood stars fleeing the Golden State. The born-and-raised Californian and Growing Pains star told the Washington Examiner that he started thinking “seriously” about moving in the past three to five years, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic […]
Heat dome continues to trap heat & humidity at the surface
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Tuesday was an extremely hot and humid day across the Tennessee Valley. A strong southeast wind has led to an increase of hot air and moisture across the Southeast. An upper-level high pressure will remain situated over the region, keeping the hot and humid air mass in place. This heat dome […]
Recognizing impact of CROWN ACT in Mid-South
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - July 3 is Crown Day, commemorating the signing of the first Crown Act legislation in 2019. The law prohibits discrimination, based on hairstyle and hair texture. The legislation passed in 13 states including Tennessee, but one local lawmaker said it’s still an uphill battle. The...
Statewide ban on feeding bears sought by TN wildlife officials
Over the last few weeks there have been several bear and human encounters near the Great Smoky Mountains. These encounters are raising the question, are there any laws that prohibit people from feeding bears in Tennessee.
'We can't wait to be back home' | Tennessee newlyweds stuck in Jamaica as Hurricane Beryl nears
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Knoxville newlyweds Casey and Warner Haley traveled to Jamaica to embark on their honeymoon. But it wasn't until recently that they realized severe weather would become a strong factor in their holiday. Casey said they landed in Jamaica on Sunday knowing about Hurricane Beryl but were...
New laws puts responsibility on Tennessee kids for stopping their own abuse
I’m sitting in a virtual room with a few attorneys discussing how we can support young people’s access to health care without running afoul of the new law criminalizing adults supporting minors who access abortion,when someone says, “Well, the law doesn’t prevent kids from educating their peers on abortion. Why don’t we just train them?” […] The post New laws puts responsibility on Tennessee kids for stopping their own abuse appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Claiborne man sentenced in 2021 shooting death
Michael Neal Jr., of Speedwell, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to second degree murder in the 2021 shooting death of Jeffrey Warwick. The sentence was handed down by Eighth Judicial District Criminal Court Judge Zack Walden on Monday, June 24, at the Campbell County Courthouse. TBI agents initially began […] The post Claiborne man sentenced in 2021 shooting death appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Dalton Knecht Reportedly Signs Rookie Contract With Los Angeles Lakers
Former Tennessee star Dalton Knecht reportedly signed his NBA rookie contract with the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday according to Spotrac. It’s a four-year contract for Knecht that’s worth up to $18.48 million with $7.83 million guaranteed over the first two years. After those two years, the Lakers have team options whether to pick up the third year and fourth year of Knecht’s rookie contract.
Cocke County Investigates Decomposed Bodies Found in Abandoned Car
The Cocke County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a deeply unsettling case involving decomposed bodies discovered in an abandoned car. According to local reports, the incident has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit community. Mysterious Discovery. At around 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, officers from the Parrottsville Police Department, alongside deputies...
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