TN Politics
National news with a local lens, WKNO News Director Christopher Blank and political analyst Otis Sanford discuss the week’s latest headlines.
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A recent Supreme Court decision could lead to "Jim Crow 2.0," says Otis Sanford. -
Can a nine-member board of political appointees get better academic and financial outcomes than the elected school board? -
Lawmakers see greater state control over Shelby County as a way to fix problems and counteract Democratic voters. -
From Memphis-Shelby County Schools to xAI, commitments have been made that politicians must keep in check. -
Political analyst Otis Sanford says the state's reaction to the MSCS audit and MPD's response to a protest may have been overly dramatic. -
Analyst Mike Carpenter says that while the initial report shows problems, politicians will no doubt use it to make a case for or against a state intervention—or takeover—of the district.
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Otis Sanford says resources used to fight crime could also be used to build communities. -
The Memphis Safe Task Force has helped significantly reduce crime. Politicians are careful with praise. -
From the Ten Commandments to Charlie Kirk talking points, lawmakers appeal to religious conservatives.
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Recent crime statistics show major Memphis crime has been nearly halved since a year ago. Is it sustainable?
