Tennessee election officials say some first-time voters can't cast absentee ballot
A state court judge in Nashville ordered the expansion of absentee voting in early June.
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20-year-old golden retriever believed to be oldest
A rescue dog from Tennessee celebrated her 20th birthday in April. Now, her owners, who adopted her when she was 14, say they believe she is the oldest golden retriever ever.
Devastating photos from Tennessee's tornadoes
Though tornados have been documented throughout the year, the traditional tornado season lasts from March through June.
Trump says governor has "forced" new convention location for RNC
Governor Roy Cooper said earlier Tuesday that the likelihood that the Republican National Convention will take place in Charlotte depends on the party's willingness to scale back its event.
Teen accepts gender neutral homecoming title
A high school student from Memphis, Tennessee is gaining widespread attention after winning the school's homecoming crown. Brandon Allen accepted the title of "Homecoming Royalty" wearing a floor-length, glittering dress in the middle of the football field. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
Dads adopt 17-year-old foster son
Two dads from Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, adopted their 17-year-old foster son via a Zoom video chat. About 80 of their friends and family members viewed the virtual adoption hearing and celebration.
Police thwart prison escape plot in Tennessee
Law enforcement thwarted a massive prison escape plot in Tennessee. A longtime criminal justice advocate was arrested for allegedly hiding a stockpile of weapons inside an unopened detention center. Omar Villafranca reports.
Ex-prison guard says death row inmate shouldn’t be executed
A former prison guard says Nick Sutton, a death row inmate scheduled for execution in Tennessee, should be spared from the electric chair. WTVF’s Jason Lamb reports.
Bill aims to move up Tennessee primary
Two Tennessee lawmakers are pushing to move the state's presidential primary to be first in the nation in 2024. WLTX reports
At least 19 people killed in Tennessee tornadoes
Tornadoes ripped across Tennessee early Tuesday, shredding at least 40 buildings and killing at least 19 people. One of the twisters caused severe damage across downtown Nashville.
Why the Tennessee tornadoes were so damaging
CBS News weather and climate contributor Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN with a look at the storm system that devastated the Nashville area, killing more than 20 people.
Tornadoes leave 23 dead across Tennessee
Tennessee has been hit with its deadliest tornado outbreak in more than a decade. Governor Bill Lee has declared a state of emergency. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Tennessee couple on surviving tornadoes
At least 24 people were killed and dozens remain missing in Tennessee after the U.S.’s deadliest tornado in nearly seven years. David Begnaud speaks to one couple about their harrowing fight for survival, including feeling their home fly through the air before it “disintegrated.”
Tennessee's deadly tornado outbreak
At least 24 people were killed and dozens are still missing in Tennessee after the deadliest tornado outbreak in the U.S. in years. Officials say many of the victims were asleep in their beds when the storms hit. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joined CBSN with the latest.
Entire family among Tennessee tornado victims
The search for survivors is still ongoing in Tennessee after tornadoes left at least 24 people dead. In hard-hit Putnam County, a tornado was on the ground for over 50 miles, one of the longest paths of destruction in the region’s history. David Begnaud reports on the disaster's fatalities and the search for those still missing.
Missing toddler's remains believed to be found
Remains believed to be that of Evelyn Mae Boswell, a 15-month-old girl, were found in Tennessee, authorities said.
Drone portraits capture stay-at-home era
When the coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S., photographer Tec Petaja sought out a creative outlet and a way to give back.
Judge rules Tennessee's school voucher law is unconstitutional
The voucher law was signed into effect by Governor Bill Lee last year.
Pandemic: A snapshot of life in Memphis
Photographer Jamie Harmon's portrait series depicts Memphis residents in stasis – frozen at a window sill or door stoop, their lives trapped in an uncertain moment in time
These states have tried to ban abortion during virus outbreak
Eight states have tried blocking abortion during the COVID-19 outbreak. Most have been blocked by courts.
Southern states largely go it alone in reopening decisions
Unlike in the South, governors in 17 states have formed regional coalitions to coordinate an easing of restrictions imposed to limit the spread of the coronavirus.
3 more states face legal action over coronavirus abortion bans
In a span of fewer than 24 hours, three new lawsuits were filed by the American Civil Liberties Union, the Center for Reproductive Rights and Planned Parenthood.
Tornadoes and severe winds kill at least 20 in the South
Many people spent part of the night sheltering in basements, closets and bathroom tubs as sirens wailed to warn of possible tornadoes.
What does a "stay-at-home" order really mean?
While the majority of states have issued stay-at-home orders, some haven't. Why are they important and what do the rules mean?
College senior with coronavirus: "If you go out now, you're going to get shamed"
Some students at Vanderbilt University have learned the hard way that they can spread the virus and become ill themselves.
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