Tennessee State University

Tennessee State University has appointed Jennifer Bell as interim athletic director following Mikki Allen's placement on administrative leave. Allen, who led the department since 2020, faced a vote of no confidence from multiple coaches, prompting an internal investigation. Bell, with 33 years at TSU, previously oversaw compliance and academic services.

Tennessee State University president Dwayne Tucker placed athletic director Mikki Allen on administrative leave following an internal investigation prompted by a vote of no confidence from six coaches. The investigation addressed concerns about the athletic department's leadership, communication, and operations, with an interim athletic director to be announced.

Tennessee State University placed its athletic director, Dr. Mikki Allen, on administrative leave during an internal investigation following a no confidence vote from multiple coaches. TSU President Dwayne Tucker announced the leave and stated an interim athletic director will be appointed soon.

Joyce E. Neal, a Democrat running for Congress in District 4, is a retired Army veteran with a Ph.D. in Education and Leadership. She previously managed Tennessee’s Medicaid Program and currently teaches as an adjunct professor. Her campaign focuses on community engagement, fair tax policies, and housing solutions.

Vincent Dixie, a Democrat running for Congress in District 7, is a 52-year-old small business owner and former State Representative for District 54. He has sponsored bills on criminal justice reform and education, founded bail bonding companies, and emphasizes affordability and healthcare access in his platform.

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is conducting a Planning and Environmental Linkages study to improve downtown Nashville's interstate network, including I-65, I-24, I-40, and I-440. Public meetings are scheduled for July 20-21, with alternative comment submission methods provided.

A new book by former Tennessee State University President Dr. Glenda Glover argues that TSU has been underfunded by hundreds of millions of dollars over decades, calling it the 'greatest financial injustice in Tennessee history.' The book highlights discrepancies in state funding between TSU and the University of Tennessee, as well as criticism of Comptroller Jason Mumpower's role in opposing financial accountability.

Cumberland River Compact is transforming Nashville parking lots into green spaces to filter rainwater using American Rescue Plan grants. These projects aim to clean water before it enters storm drains and nearby wetlands, with six completed projects expected by summer 2023 in North Nashville.

Dr. Glenda Glover, former Tennessee State University president, authored a book alleging Tennessee underfunded the HBCU by $2.1 billion.

The Tennessee Lookout won 11 awards at the Tennessee Press Association Awards, including five first-place honors for investigative journalism on topics like the Memphis Safe Task Force, Tennessee State University underfunding, and legislation benefiting payday lender Advance Financial. The outlet, part of the nonprofit States Newsroom network, competed in the large newsroom division and received praise for accountability-focused reporting.

Nashville Public Radio received national awards for investigative stories on Tennessee's probation system and domestic violence, harm reduction efforts, and underfunding of Tennessee State University. The projects were recognized by organizations including the Public Media Journalists Association and Edward R. Murrow Awards.