Tennessee
TN families hit 'income cliff' when trying to get SNAP benefits
With the next Farm Bill stalled in Congress and rising food insecurity in Tennessee, advocacy groups say there's a pressing need to address a hurdle …
COVID vaccine resources for older minorities in Tennessee
A new survey found 59% of Black and Hispanic adults reported they have already received the new COVID-19 vaccine or intend to do so. According to …
Report uncovers trends in TN youth mental health crisis
More young people in Tennessee are experiencing poor mental health and symptoms of depression, and suicide attempts have been trending upward…
UT System rolls out guaranteed admission for top high-school grads
As a bold step to attract academically gifted students, the University of Tennessee System is implementing a guaranteed admissions program. This …
TN Social Security beneficiaries can expect a 3.2% increase in 2024
Social Security is a critical benefit for older Americans, and recipients in Tennessee and across the country will see an increase in their benefits …
Tennesseans encouraged to act 'FAST' on World Stroke Day
In Tennessee and across the country, this Sunday is World Stroke Day. One out of four people worldwide will experience a stroke in his or her …
Report: Major TN utility lags in clean energy transition
A report by the Sierra Club rates utility companies for what they say they are doing to transition to cleaner energy sources, compared to what they …
Seasonal influenza prevention starts now in Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Health is offering free flu vaccines at more than 100 county health departments across the state beginning Nov. 1…
Report highlights importance of leaving autumn leaves for wildlife
While it might feel natural to rake the leaves in your yard this fall, the leaves might play a more natural role in your garden or lawn. A new …
Knoxville nonprofit bridges language divide in Latino community
For the growing population of Latinos in Knoxville, having a medical interpreter can make a world of difference. The nonprofit Centro Hispano de …
TN group takes up nuclear weapons prohibition at UN meeting
A Knoxville group of concerned citizens will head next month to an international meeting at United Nations headquarters in New York. Their focus is …
Ford BlueOval City to boost jobs, economy in rural west TN
Most of the news about the automotive industry this month is focused on the United Auto Workers' strike against the Big Three automakers, but the …