Tennessee lawmakers have approved new legislation aimed at giving prosecutors broader authority in the most serious child abuse cases, including expanded eligibility for the death penalty in certain child rape convictions.

Tennessee lawmakers have signed off on a plan that could reshape how young students learn in the classroom, placing new limits on screen use and shifting the focus back to teacher-led instruction.

A $58,400 Chromebook purchase led the way as Sparta aldermen moved quickly through spending approvals, personnel changes, and project updates.

A new Tennessee bill could change when law enforcement steps in — shifting the focus from after abuse happens to stopping it before it ever begins.