TENNESSEE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Tennessee’s New School Rules: Who Really Gets to Speak Freely?

Tennessee has a long record of pushing LGBTQ+ people to the sidelines. Back in 2018, a local prosecutor argued that domestic abuse laws shouldn’t apply to gay couples. Fast forward to 2023, and one city nearly made being gay illegal just by passing a local rule. That kind of history shows a pattern:

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Apr 25 2026CRIME

Tennessee joins Indiana in blocking Bitcoin ATMs over scam worries

Tennessee just made it illegal to own or run a Bitcoin ATM starting July 1. The law treats it like a minor crime, similar to simple drug possession. State leaders say those machines are too often used to trick people—especially older adults—out of their savings. In 2023, U. S. seniors lost $257 mill

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Apr 07 2026SPORTS

Nate Ament's NBA Future: A Tough Call for Tennessee Fans

Tennessee basketball fans now face a big question: Will Nate Ament take his talents to the NBA or stick around for another year? The debate is heating up. Ament’s coach recently made his stance clear, saying draft day is likely the best move. But is this advice just fatherly wisdom—or a smart basket

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

Better Care for Older Patients in the Emergency Room

Emergency rooms that specialize in older patients have become more common since 2018. These centers, called Geriatric Emergency Departments or GEDs, aim to give better treatment for seniors. The program that awards the GED label checks that each hospital follows strict guidelines. Recent studies sh

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

How Tennessee Raised Its School Test Scores

Tennessee students are now scoring better on the big national tests that check reading, math and history. The change shows how strong policies can move a whole state forward. The tests are not just for bragging. They help teachers see where students need help and guide school leaders on what to foc

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

20 Years of Learning Together: Indo-US Emergency Medicine Journey

Emergency medicine (EM) is a big deal in many places, but it's fairly new in India. It only became its own thing in 2009. Before that, doctors without special training handled emergencies. To help them learn more, the Indo-US Emergency and Trauma Collaborative started yearly meetings in 2005. These

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Jan 11 2026CRYPTO

Tennessee Takes Aim at Crypto Sports Betting

Tennessee is cracking down on three platforms offering sports betting through crypto. Kalshi, Polymarket, and Crypto. com have been told to stop their sports event contracts in the state. The Tennessee Sports Wagering Council (SWC) says these platforms are breaking the law by not having a license.

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Dec 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Stay Prepared with This Affordable Emergency Radio

Emergency radios are a must-have for anyone who wants to be ready for unexpected situations. One such radio, the Uyeikmlop Emergency Hand Crank Solar Weather Radio, is currently available at a discounted price of $16 on Amazon. This radio is not only affordable but also packed with features that mak

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Dec 11 2025WEATHER

Bracing for the Big Chill: How to Survive the Deep Freeze in Tennessee

Tennessee is about to get a visit from a polar vortex, bringing some seriously cold air. This isn't just a little cold snap; we're talking temperatures dropping into the teens and 20s overnight. That's the kind of cold that can cause frostbite in minutes, so it's important to bundle up properly. Fi

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Tennessee's 7th District: A Clash of Political Forces

Tennessee's 7th Congressional District is buzzing with political energy. Two candidates, Van Epps and Behn, are fighting for a seat in Congress. Van Epps, a former Army helicopter pilot and head of the Tennessee Department of General Services, has strong backing. He won his primary with ease, thanks

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