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The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) Office of Inspector General, the USDA Office of Inspector General, and the US Attorney’s Office in Memphis are sending a strong message that abuse of the state and federal food programs will not be tolerated.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) is now accepting applications for the Middle Tennessee Citizens’ Correctional Academy. The academy is a five-week program designed to give Tennesseans an in-depth look at the state’s largest law enforcement agency. Classes will be held September 7 - October 5, 2021, at various TDOC locations.

Tennessee’s continued commitment to accurate, comprehensive and transparent financial reporting has once again earned the state national recognition. It’s the 41st year the state has received the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) “Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.”

The Office of Criminal Justice Programs (OCJP) will help Overton County celebrate today with the grand opening of a new Family Justice Center.

Nashville – Death row inmate Steven L. Hugueley has passed away of apparent natural causes. Hugueley, 53, was pronounced deceased at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution at 2:35am Friday, July 16.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe and Kairos Power officials announced today that the privately funded, advanced nuclear engineering company will establish a low-power demonstration reactor in Oak Ridge.   

NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Department of Health assures families across Tennessee that information and access to vaccinations for children through state health departments continues and there has been no disruption to these services.

Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration Commissioner Butch Eley today announced that revenues for June were $1.9 billion, which is $372.3 million more than the budgeted monthly revenue estimate.

NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s economic recovery continued in June as the statewide unemployment rate decreased to 4.9%, according to the latest data by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD).

July 15, 2021 - NASHVILLE, Tenn. - As summertime heats up, make a splash on your next Tennessee adventure, and dive into the state’s abundant waterways with endless water-filled activities. With over a half-million acres of lakes and 50,000 miles of rivers, come be a part of the thrilling adventures, relaxing vibes and unlimited possibilities Tennessee has to offer.

JONESBOROUGH - The Special Investigations Section of the Tennessee Department of Revenue conducted the investigation that led to the indictment and arrest of Amy Oaks Turner for tax evasion and theft of property. Revenue special agents arrested Turner, 48, today.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – After more than 36 years of military service, State Command Sgt. Maj. Michael Gentry retired at Smyrna’s Event Center, July 8.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Over the weekend, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee traveled to the U.S. Southern Border to meet with Tennessee National Guards troops and receive briefings regarding the skyrocketing rate of illegal crossings and criminal activities.

A Kentucky man is charged with TennCare fraud for allegedly reporting false information to appear eligible for the state’s health insurance program.