Thursday, May 23, 2013 · 5:17 p.m.

Government > Local & State

Poll reveals Tennesseans support leaders, despite disagreeing with major policy decisions

While showing that Tennesseans' opinions of their elected officials are mostly positive, a new poll released by Vanderbilt University Tuesday also shows that many voters across the state are not in favor of their biggest decisions. ...

DesJarlais to participate in IRS hearing

Rep. Scott DesJarlais will participate in another high-profile congressional hearing Wednesday, as witnesses from the IRS will testify before the House Committee on Government and Oversight Reform regarding revelations that the tax agency targeted right-leaning groups. ...

Haslam announces new DCS, DIDD commissioners

Gov. Bill Haslam announced Tuesday that Jim Henry, an interim commissioner for the Department of Children's Services, will continue in his role as the state agency's head. ...

Council members approve budget extension

With no discussion, Chattanooga City Council members unanimously granted Mayor Andy Berke an extra three months to submit his first city budget. ...

Chip Saltsman joins Joe Carr congressional campaign

State Rep. Joe Carr announced Tuesday that Chip Saltsman, a political operative and former campaign manager for Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, will join his 4th District congressional campaign. ...

Chattanooga Tea Party protests outside IRS

Brandishing flags and handmade signs, Chattanooga Tea Party members gathered Tuesday under the noonday sun in front of local offices for the Internal Revenue Service. ...
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