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Gun safety expert explains Tennessee’s open carry law in detail
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The mass shooting at a city park in Orange Mound highlighted a problem in Memphis: a lot of people don’t understand what is and is not allowed under Tennessee’s open carry law. In shocking video after shocking video, young people could be seen walking...
Thousands of guns are seized each year in Tennessee. So what happens to them all?
In a large city that struggles with gun violence, Metro Nashville police have seized more than 15,000 firearms just in the past six years. Police store them indefinitely. Tennessee is one of a handful of states that prohibit police agencies from destroying guns seized in crimes or recovered in buyback programs. Instead, some departments sell the guns at auctions or trade them for upgrades, while others opt to store the weapons so they won’t go back into circulation — where they could be used in new crimes.
Experts question law allowing armed teachers
Hello, everyone. This is children's reporter Rachel Wegner, here with the latest updates on kids, education and more. Last week, I caught up with three experts and asked them what they think about a new law that allows armed teachers and staff in Tennessee schools. The consensus was clear: It's a high-risk, complicated concept that should be handled with extreme caution.
Local students earn awards at Tennessee History Day state contest
The Tennessee Historical Society held the 2024 Tennessee History Day state contest on April 20 in Nashville. Several local students were among the top performing history students in the state. Junior Junior Group Exhibit. Penicillin: The Miracle Mold of World War II - Second Place. By Lily Hummel, Madelyn Fischer,...
Nashville weather: Middle Tennessee may see above normal temps and rain this summer
Summer in Nashville is about to be hotter and wetter than usual. According to the National Weather Service, the temperature forecast looks to favor above normal temperatures (40-50% chance) and above normal precipitation (40-50% chance). "It would not surprise me if we saw a bout or two of extreme heat/heat...
My husband was killed in a 'gun free zone.' Arm teachers for safety and to save lives
Re: "Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signs into law bill allowing armed teachers," April 26. My husband Ben and I used to run a mobile karaoke business in Nashville. Every Thursday evening, we would load up our vehicle and head to a popular restaurant to help facilitate a night of good music and great memories. ...
Georgia judicial candidate accused of living in Tennessee
An attorney vying for election as a Georgia Court of Appeals judge is fighting a challenge to his candidacy, accused of living with his wife at her Chattanooga home overlooking the Tennessee River. Jeff Davis appeared before a judge in Atlanta on Tuesday in an attempt to prove that he’s been a Peach State resident since 1988.
Frothy Monkey to Offer a New Date Night Experience
All day cafe Frothy Monkey, announces its new Date Night dinner series, featuring three-course dinners for two for only $70. The first event in the series is Thursday, May 16th, and Friday, May 17th, from 5 pm to 9 pm. Guests will have the option to add a bottle of wine for an additional $30.
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