Tennessee physician convicted in $41M fraud case
Memphis-based physician Sanjeev Kumar has been convicted for 40 criminal counts on healthcare fraud and improper reuse of medical devices, according to a Jan. 8 news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Tennessee. What happened?. From 2019 to 2024, Dr. Kumar, who operated Poplar...
Tennessee launches mandatory gun safety education videos for K-12 students this year
The gun safety training comes in the form of educational videos, with separate presentations for kindergarten through second grade, third through fifth grade and sixth through twelfth grade students.
New State Laws: Implied consent law tightening up for DUIs in 2026
Among the many new Tennessee laws that took effect on January 1 as we move into 2026 is a significant change in the consequences for refusing a blood test when suspected of driving under the influence. For those individuals pulled over by law enforcement and suspected of driving under the...
Savanna’s Law creates first domestic violence registry
Tennessee General Assembly House Bill 1200, also known as “Savanna’s Law,” took effect on New Year’s Day, providing in Tennessee a registry of domestic violence offenders, the first of its kind in the nation. The bill was named after slain Robertson County Sheriff’s Office deputy Savanna Puckett, who was murdered in...
New data released Monday reveals 2,547 people have been arrested for DUI in Tennessee...
FOX 17 Nashville investigative reporter Kelly Avellino says new state data has blown the lid off a problem that already looked bad. Tennessee now confirms 2,547 people have been arrested for DUI since 2017 even though their blood tests later came back negative for alcohol and drugs.
Southern Weather Update: Heavy Rain and Possible Tornadoes Target the Southeast by Friday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Birmingham, Alabama – A powerful storm system is expected to bring a renewed threat of severe weather and flooding to much of the Southeast by Friday, ending a brief stretch of quieter conditions and...
9 Family-Friendly Buffets in Tennessee Popular With Visitors
You want a buffet that keeps everyone happy, from toddlers to grandparents, without the stress of long waits or guesswork. Tennessee delivers with friendly dining rooms, big-hearted service, and spreads that balance familiar comfort with try-something-new excitement. This guide spotlights visitor-loved spots across...
High Society Rebranding To Casa Primos In Murfreesboro
High Society is preparing to rebrand at 211 West Main Street in Murfreesboro. The restaurant, which has been serving items like sandwiches and burgers, will transform into a Mexican concept, Casa Primos, this month. The news was first reported by the Boro Pulse. High Society has served as a lounge...
NOW HIRING: TBI Victim Services Coordinator (2 Positions)
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation seeks interested and qualified candidates for the following open positions. Communicate the victims’ rights, the investigative process, the criminal justice process, and available supportive services to victims and witnesses involved in Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI)...
Harshbarger, Jones comment on summer EBT program
ERWIN, Tenn. (WJHL) – As the Tennessee General Assembly prepares for a new legislative session on Jan. 13, local lawmakers are commenting on the summer EBT program, also known as Sun Bucks. Sun Bucks provides $120 in grocery benefits per school-aged child to families who rely on EBT and SNAP benefits. Last year, Gov....
