(The Center Square) – A new report says demand outstripping supply is behind expensive housing costs in Tennessee. The Sycamore Institute analyzed the Volunteer State’s housing challenges, from high costs to demand. The demand comes from an increase in domestic migration, said Brian Straessle, executive director of the organization, in an interview with The Center Square. […]
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Texas Measles Outbreak Changes Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Tune on Vaccines
Robert F. Kennedy, long known for questioning vaccines, is now urging parents to consider the measles shot. As Secretary of Health and Human Services, he published an Op-Ed on Fox Digital warning about a deadly outbreak in Texas and calling for action. 🔥 What’s Happening: The Texas Department of State Health Services reports 146 confirmed […]
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What is Louisiana Doing to Improve Education?
(The Center Square) — In the 2024 regular session, the House passed a resolution establishing the K-12 Study Group, aimed at identifying challenges impeding progress in Louisiana schools. Lawmakers say education is a beast not easily tamed. “It’s too big”, said Rep. Roger Wilder, R-Livingston. “But there’s a handful of items that ascertain how to […]
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Should Maryland Tax Sugary Drinks?
Maryland lawmakers will be asked to sweeten the state’s coffers by adding a tax on sugary drinks projected to raise nearly $500 million annually. If passed, Maryland could become the first state to tack a 2-cents per ounce tax on sugary drinks, syrups and powders. The money raised would be earmarked for free school meals, […]
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Why is Everything in New Orleans Purple, Green, and Gold?
New Orleans is buzzing with Super Bowl energy, and the city is decked out in a sea of purple, yellow, and green. These colors aren’t just for the big game—they’re a deep-rooted part of New Orleans culture, tied to its most famous celebration: Mardi Gras. 📜 Why It Matters: The colors of Mardi Gras have […]
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What to Know About Tennessee’s New Local Ordinance Bill
Republican House Speaker Cameron Sexton filed a bill that would give members of the Tennessee General Assembly the authority to question local ordinances they believe violate the state constitution. The state could withhold funds from the local government if there is no resolution, according to House Bill 1097. Lawmakers can request an investigation from the […]
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Infant killed in accidental shooting after toddler finds gun in SUV in Texas
A baby is dead after a tragic shooting involving a toddler in a parked car at the Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center. Police say an 11-month-old was shot by one of two other children inside the vehicle while waiting for an adult attending a medical appointment. 🔍 What’s Happening: • According to San Antonio […]
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Missing Teen from Fort Myers: Nea Brammer
Authorities in Collier County are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old girl, Nea Brammer, who was last seen on Sunday evening. Brammer was reported missing after she was last spotted around 5:30 p.m. on Gladiolus Drive in Fort Myers. Just The Facts: • Nea Brammer is 16 years old. • She […]
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Will The Northern Lights Be Visible in The South Tonight?
Skygazers across the South caught a rare glimpse of the northern lights Thursday night—a dazzling display that made it as far down as Florida for the second time this year. The aurora borealis, which typically graces skies in far northern latitudes, stretched much farther south than usual thanks to a coronal mass ejection from the […]
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Tampa Road Closures as Hurricane Milton Hits: Key Bridges Closed to Traffic
As Hurricane Milton approaches Tampa, the Florida Department of Transportation has issued critical bridge closures to ensure public safety amid high winds and dangerous weather conditions. Tampa residents are advised to stay off these routes and seek alternative travel plans until the storm passes and conditions improve. The Details: The following major bridges are closed […]