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On Monday, the EPA repealed carbon limits for coal and gas power plants, letting industry avoid $300 billion in costs.

Experts warn that with population growth and a booming data center industry, the change may reduce investments in carbon capture and worsen local air quality.

Gas prices in Tennessee are rising as crude oil exceeds $100 per barrel amid heightened Middle East tensions.

AAA reported that statewide averages increased by 11 cents per gallon last week — making local fill-ups costlier compared to a year ago.

A new study shows that heat-related deaths in Shelby County may be three times higher than the CDC’s reported five per year, now estimated at about 15 annually.

Health experts caution those with heart or lung conditions to avoid strenuous outdoor activities during extreme heat.

New hotel projects in Arlington and Lakeland are set to begin next year as Hilton’s LivSmart brand moves into construction; Bartlett officials plan to attract hotel developers to address sewer capacity issues along the eastern corridor while Millington expects increased interest.

Fans celebrated the Memphis Tigers' home opener at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium as renovations, including a new West Side Tower and an expanded video board, transformed the game-day experience and boosted the venue's quality.

University officials (in a recent statement) said the upgrades are meant to host football games and special events going forward.

Tennessee will fully fund Dolly Parton's Imagination Library to cover mailing costs for Porter-Leath's Books from Birth program (serving nearly 30,000 families with children birth to age 5 in Shelby County).

The new funding will begin in July.