SUMMARY: In 1979, 21-year-old Nashville mother Gail Norris was found murdered, stabbed multiple times. This cold case has remained unsolved for decades until recently, when Detective Weaver was contacted by her family, suggesting a possible connection to infamously convicted serial killer Samuel Little, who confessed to numerous murders. Despite the lack of direct evidence linking him to Gail’s case, the detective is revisiting the investigation, which had been dormant since 1979. A notable clue found near her body was an insurance pamphlet. The Nashville Cold Case website, launched last month, aims to gather information and potentially revive interest in solving this enduring mystery.

Anyone with information about the case should email mnpdcoldcase@nashville.gov.

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SUMMARY: A study from the Sycamore Institute highlights the financial challenges faced by Tennessee college students, who often experience sticker shock from expenses. The research indicates that most undergraduates receive financial aid, primarily relying on parental income and part-time work, alongside loans and scholarships. While programs like the Hope Scholarship and Tennessee Promise provide support, their value has diminished due to inflation, covering only 50% and acting as a last-dollar aid for community colleges. Additionally, around 30% of students face food insecurity, and rising housing costs have led institutions to lease external accommodations to address shortages.

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SUMMARY: A Doto County jailer was injured after being tased by an inmate, John RI, during an altercation at the Doto County Adult Detention Center last Thursday. The incident occurred around 10:45 a.m. and resulted in the jailer suffering minor injuries. John RI, 51, had a criminal history including charges of violation of probation and forgery, stemming from crimes committed in December 2023. He was previously arrested in March 2022. New charges related to the tasing incident against the inmate are expected to be released soon, as the investigation continues according to the Doto County Sheriff’s Office.

A Mid-South jailer was injured on the job after being shocked with a stun gun by an inmate, according to the Desoto County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO).

DCSO released a statement to FOX13 Wednesday night confirming that the jailer was “tasered” during an altercation with an inmate. READ MORE: https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/desoto-county-jailer-injured-after-being-stun-gunned-by-inmate-dcso-says/article_7aa440c4-a7b1-11ef-adca-f37863176bb2.html

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