The Department of Safety and Homeland Security is proud to announce Jeff Long as the new Commissioner. Commissioner Jeff Long, former Sheriff of Williamson County, was sworn into office today by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee. Commissioner Long officially takes office January 19, 2019.
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Read full storySaturday, January 19, 2019 | 11:32am
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Read full storyTuesday, January 15, 2019 | 10:43am
The Tennessee Highway Patrol advises the public of planned road closures for Governor Bill Lee’s inauguration ceremony on Saturday in downtown Nashville. The public should also plan for road closures throughout the day due to additional inauguration festivities.
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Read full storyThursday, January 10, 2019 | 02:48pm
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Read full storyThursday, January 10, 2019 | 12:54pm
The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is accepting applications for the 2019 Spring Citizens’ Academy. Classes in Cookeville start March 19, 2019 at the Cookeville District Headquarters located on 1291 South Walnut, Cookeville, TN. 38503.
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Read full storyFriday, December 14, 2018 | 03:30pm
Today, Commissioner David W. Purkey welcomed the newest troopers of the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Cadet Class 1218.
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Read full storyWednesday, November 21, 2018 | 08:00am
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Read full storyMonday, November 19, 2018 | 01:13pm
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Read full storyWednesday, November 07, 2018 | 03:15pm
Department of Safety and Homeland Security Driver Services Division and AAA- The Auto Club Group Partner To Offer Drivers A Convenient Way To Conduct Business
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Read full storyTuesday, October 30, 2018 | 09:00am
Tennessee Highway Patrol Conducts Operation Grizzly in The City of Memphis and Shelby County
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Read full storyMonday, October 08, 2018 | 08:54am
Events scheduled across the state to recognize the role employees of the Tennessee Drivers Services Division play in registering state residents as organ and tissue donors
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Read full storyThursday, September 13, 2018 | 11:57am
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security hosted the annual First Responder Awards ceremony today. The event held in Conservation Hall at the Tennessee Residence honors those who have dedicated their lives for the safety and security of Tennesseans.
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Read full storyThursday, September 06, 2018 | 05:53am
"Established historical protocol allows the assignment of State Troopers to both gubernatorial nominees prior to the general election for public safety reasons. The Commissioner may adjust the timing as threat environments are evaluated."
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Read full storyFriday, July 27, 2018 | 09:56am
The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO), Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), and local law enforcement agencies across Tennessee in an effort to keep one of the state’s busiest roads safe.
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Read full storyWednesday, July 18, 2018 | 03:07pm
Who has the best looking patrol cruiser in the country? The Tennessee Highway Patrol, (THP) and we need your vote to win. The THP is competing to win the “Best Looking Cruiser Award.”
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Read full storyThursday, June 28, 2018 | 10:01am
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security joined by Tennessee Senators and Representatives along with Representatives from the Tennessee Hospitality and Tourism Association will announce the roll out of vertical driver licenses and identification cards for people under 21-years old.