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Tennessee Lawmakers Pass Bill Allowing School Staff to Carry Concealed Handguns on School Grounds After Tragic Shooting

Nashville, Tennessee – The Tennessee House passed a bill on Tuesday that would permit school staff to carry concealed handguns on school premises. This decision comes a year after a tragic incident at a Nashville school where a shooter took the lives of six individuals. The legislation was approved by a 68-28 vote in the Tennessee House, with some Republicans crossing party lines to oppose the measure. The state Senate, also under GOP control, had …

Tennessee Judge Contemplates Release of School Shooter’s Writings as Copyright Battle Unfolds

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – A Tennessee judge is currently deliberating on the potential public release of writings by a school shooter once the investigation is concluded. The case took a complex turn when parents of children at the Covenant School claimed legal ownership of the writings, asserting that they hold the copyright obtained from the shooter’s parents. During a recent two-day hearing in Davidson County Chancery Court, eight attorneys addressed the issue but lacked expertise in …

Tennessee Judge to Rule on Release of Covenant School Shooter’s Writings in Public Hearing

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – A pivotal hearing is underway to determine whether the writings of the Covenant School shooter should be made public. Metro officials in Tennessee revealed plans to conclude the investigation in July and release a redacted version of the file to the public. However, the final decision rests with the chancellor, who could potentially release the writings in the near future. The dispute centers around a public records request that Metro denied citing …

New Study Reveals Surprising Consumer Trends in Tennessee Zip Codes

Nashville, Tennessee – Residents of Nashville are facing new challenges when it comes to making online purchases. A recent update on online shopping platforms has caused confusion and frustration among customers. The update requires users to input their state, zip code, and country each time they make a purchase. This extra step has led to complaints from customers who find it time-consuming and redundant. Many residents in Nashville voiced their concerns about the new system, …

Tennessee Devastated by Deadly Tornado Outbreak: Assessing the Aftermath

Nashville, Tennessee is reeling from the aftermath of destructive tornadoes and severe storms that swept through the state on Saturday, leaving a trail of devastation in their wake. As officials assess the damage, the death toll stands at six, with over 50 individuals injured and multiple buildings destroyed, while power outages continue to affect thousands across the state. The city of Clarksville, located in Montgomery County, bore the brunt of the destruction, with an EF3 …

Cold Justice Explores 33-Year-Old Brutal Murder of Beloved Tennessee Woman

Alcoa, Tennessee – A cold case involving the brutal rape and murder of an 80-year-old woman, Emmaline Croft, has brought together a team of seasoned professionals in hopes of solving the mystery. Led by cold case prosecutor Kelly Siegler and Homicide Investigator Tonya Rider, along with officials from the Alcoa Police Department, the investigation into Croft’s tragic death 33 years ago has reignited a quest for justice. The heinous attack on Croft in her Alcoa …

State Investigators Join Investigation of Double Homicide and Third Death in Bolivar, Tennessee, Sending Shockwaves Through Small Community

BOLIVAR, Tenn. – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has stepped in to assist with a double homicide investigation in Bolivar, Tennessee, after three violent deaths occurred in the small town within a 24-hour period. Bolivar, the county seat of Hardeman County, is reeling from the tragic loss of lives in a community of around 5,000 residents. The Mayor of Bolivar, Julian A. McTizic, expressed the community’s shock and grief, calling the violence a senseless act. …

Reward for the Capture of Tennessee Deputy’s Shooter Doubles to $100,000 Amid Manhunt for Suspect Kenneth DeHart

MARYVILLE, Tenn. — The search for a suspected cop-killer in East Tennessee intensifies as the manhunt stretches into a fifth day. Kenneth DeHart, 42, is accused of fatally shooting Deputy Greg McCowan and injuring another officer. The Blount County Sheriff’s Office has raised the reward to $100,000 for any information leading to DeHart’s arrest. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued warrants for DeHart, charging him with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and being …

Manhunt underway in Tennessee for suspect accused of shooting deputies, killing one

MARYVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Authorities in Blount County, Tennessee, have launched a massive manhunt for a suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy and injuring another during a traffic stop. The suspect, Kenneth DeHart, 42, is wanted on first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder charges, as well as for being a felon in possession of a weapon. The shooting occurred in the 4900 block of Sevierville Road in Maryville, prompting a search for DeHart in …

Manhunt underway for suspect who fatally shot Tennessee deputy

MARYVILLE, Tenn. – Authorities in eastern Tennessee are actively searching for a man accused of fatally shooting a sheriff’s deputy and injuring another during a traffic stop. The suspect, 42-year-old Kenneth DeHart, has sparked a statewide manhunt following the Thursday evening shootings. More than $80,000 in reward money has been pledged for information leading to his arrest, according to Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued warrants charging DeHart …