AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoElection Day: Tennesseans are voting in the governor’s race and on three constitutional amendments: allowing no-bail detention for some death-eligible offenses, barring a state property tax and adopting crime victims’ rights protections. Early and absentee voting topped 1.28 million, up 45% from 2022. Nashville Government: The state Supreme Court cleared the way to cap Metro Council at 20 members, down from 40, and expand state control over the airport authority. Courts and Corrections: Christa Pike says she remains in severe pain after Tennessee’s failed execution attempt. Gov. Bill Lee has paused the remaining scheduled execution this year while an independent review examines state procedures. College Basketball: Memphis opened its season with an 80-76 upset of No. 18 Iowa State, led by Jayden Reid’s 26 points. Tennessee’s Lady Vols launched their season with a 109-62 rout of Duquesne, including 31 points from Kaylene Smikle; East Tennessee State fell 75-65 at Arizona State.
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