Over a month into this year's legislative session, state representatives are considering some big proposals, including the expansion of Medicaid and whether Gov. Bill Lee's school voucher program should be rescinded. State Representative Jesse Chism and House Minority Leader Karen Camper say there is bipartisan support to move the needle on the state's Medicaid program and push other common agendas such as criminal justice reform.    

Did you know that February is not just about hearts, flowers, and candy? It’s

also National Children’s Dental Health Month.  

Want to impress your Valentine? Cook them a delicious dinner.

  Over the years, a lack of parking spaces at the Memphis Zoo have been a source of outrage in Midtown, with historic Overton Park becoming a muddy overflow car lot during the peak season. Memphis Zoo President and CEO Jim Dean says a resolution has been found. The zoo is finally planning to build a parking deck on the Prentiss Place parking lot.  

Tennessee Senator Lamar Alexander was, for a hot minute, thrust into the spotlight as a Republican who might have been in favor of calling witnesses in the Senate impeachment trial of President Donald Trump. He demurred, however, saying that while House managers proved their case, the President's actions were "inappropriate," but not impeachable. 

Court fees and taxes create heavy burdens for people entangled in Tennessee’s criminal justice system, concludes a report from the Tennessee Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. Because these financial obligations can lead to crippling legal debt for many trying to start over after incarceration, the report recommends an overhaul of the state’s penal fee system. 

February is traditionally the month for matters of the heart, a time when we’re reminded to take care of our own heart which needs care year-round to help us lead productive and rewarding lives.