Governor Bill Lee has called a special session of the Tennessee General Assembly to provide healthcare providers, schools, and businesses broad protections against coronavirus lawsuits. The special legislative session will begin Monday. Professional Educators of Tennessee said: "While we have been advocates for this legislation, we want to be very clear that we want to protect ... (click for more)

With just under two weeks before the Fall 2020 semester at Cleveland State Community College kicks-off, numbers show now may be the best time to enroll. Just one year ago, many colleges across the state were enjoying enrollment increases. This includes Cleveland State. However, after COVID-19 forced many to study remotely this past spring, students have not followed the usual ... (click for more)

The Community Haven was anything but serene during Friday’s rally against police brutality and systemic racism. Originally planned to take place in Miller Park, the event had to change venues after the city strongly advised the group of Chattanoogans and Atlantans to stay away off any city property. “We’re glad that we’re at the community haven and feel welcome here with brother ... (click for more)

The Hamilton County Health Department reported that the total number of Hamilton County resident deaths has risen to 53. Below are details of deaths 50-53: #50: 61-70 year old African-American, non-Hispanic male with multiple underlying conditions. #51: 61-70 year old African-American female with no underlying conditions and who was asymptomatic at the time of testing. ... (click for more)

Congratulations to Marco Perez on winning the District 2 School Board race. Marco and his team ran a well organized campaign. It is my hope that Marco will take that same organizational skill to continue the improvement of our public schools for the benefit of our nearly 45,000 students. Thanks to my incredible campaign team that worked tirelessly. Thanks as well to the many ... (click for more)

These two hunters are out in the woods when one of them collapses. He doesn't seem to be breathing and his eyes are glazed. The other guy takes out his phone and calls the emergency services. He gasps: "My friend is dead! What can I do?" The operator says: "Calm down, I can help. First, let's make sure he's dead." In the silence that follows, allow me to welcome you to this ... (click for more)