Tennessee

Tennessee Takes Step Toward Letting People Refuse To Marry LGBTQ+ Couples

The state Senate passed a bill that would allow someone to refuse to officiate a wedding due to “the person’s conscience or religious beliefs.”
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Manhunt In Tennessee After 2 Deputies Shot, 1 Fatally, During Traffic Stop

The suspect, Kenneth DeHart, 42, who allegedly drove off after the shooting in Maryville, is believed to be armed and dangerous, authorities said.
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Feds Foil Man’s Alleged Sniper Attack Plot At U.S.-Mexico Border

Tennessee's Paul Faye was arrested after allegedly trying to plan a violent attack against federal agents with militia groups from multiple states.
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6 Anti-Abortion Activists Convicted Of Illegally Blocking Tennessee Abortion Clinic

The anti-abortion activists hoped to prevent the clinic from performing abortions, according to court documents.
By Kimberlee Kruesi, AP

Tyre Nichols Was Fatally Beaten 1 Year Ago — And Not Much Has Changed

“The fact that you cannot put any finger on any type of real change is deafening," said one Memphis activist.
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Plans Abounding For New Sports Stadiums Across The U.S., Carrying Hefty Public Costs

Proposals for new and improved sports stadiums are proliferating across the U.S. and could come with a hefty price tag for taxpayers.
By By David A. Lieb, AP

Police Ignored Black Man 'Moaning For Help' After Officer Shot Him: Lawsuit

The young Black man’s family is suing the city after he was fatally shot during a traffic stop last year.
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6 Dead, Nearly 2 Dozen Injured After Severe Storms Tear Through Central Tennessee

Severe storms that tore through central Tennessee killed six people Saturday and sent about two dozen to the hospital.
By Kimberlee Kruesi, AP

Former Memphis Officer Charged In Tyre Nichols' Death Had Some Violations In Prior Prison Guard Job

While working as a corrections officer, Demetrius Haley was accused of excessive force.
By ADRIAN SAINZ and JONATHAN MATTISE, AP

Memphis Mass Shooter Found Dead After Targeting 5 Women In His Family

Mavis Christian Jr. is suspected in a shooting spree that killed four and critically injured a 15-year-old girl, all members of his family. His body was found Sunday.
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