Judge takes away death penalty option for Ky. mother accused of killing toddler
In 2023, Kentucky lawmakers changed the eligibility for the death penalty. The murder of a child would have to be proven as intentional. Because of this fact, the judge ruled the case did not meet the ...
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Death penalty withdrawn in case of Kentucky mom charged in child’s death
The hospital staff attempted to save the toddler by putting her on life support; however, the child died due to the severity of her injuries.
Children in Tennessee will go hungry if state does not renew Summer EBT program | Opinion
The Volunteer State was among the first states in our region to offer to administer Summer EBT when the program began last summer.
LIST: Illnesses and flooding prompt school closures across East TN and KY
Some schools across East Tennessee and Kentucky said they would be closed on Thursday and Friday due to illness and possible flooding.
Second Harvest Food Bank making sure East Tennessee kids don’t go hungry
Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee is hosting its annual “Pack the Bag” fundraiser. It benefits the organization’s ...
Governor Lee’s budget proposal includes $56 million for ETSU science facilities
Governor Bill Lee’s proposed budget includes more than $56 million for upgrades and renovations at East Tennessee State ...
Tennessee health leaders announce first child flu-related death of the season
The Tennessee Department of Health also noted an increase in the rate of reported illnesses and positive flu tests for the week ending Feb. 1.
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Unicoi County’s Ballad Health Hospital awarded $9.8 million to rebuild after Helene flooding
The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $9.8 million to replace Ballad Health’s hospital in rural Erwin, which was ...