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More funding available from Tennessee’s opioid settlements | Tennessee
SUMMARY: The Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council announced an additional $20 million in funding for communities to combat the opioid crisis, sourced from settlements with opioid manufacturers and distributors. The Tennessee General Assembly allocated 15% of these funds to the state and counties, with the remaining 70% directed to the Opioid Abatement Trust Fund for a competitive grant process. Earlier in 2023, over $78 million in grants were awarded, aiding local agencies. This funding aims to support grassroots organizations addressing community needs. Tennessee saw 3,073 opioid-related deaths in 2022, but nonfatal overdoses decreased in 2023.
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Attorneys general file amicus brief supporting victims of Hamas attack | Virginia
SUMMARY: Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has led a coalition of 22 state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief to support a lawsuit against AJP Educational Foundation Inc. (American Muslims for Palestine) and National Students for Justice in Palestine. The lawsuit, under the Anti-Terrorism Act, claims these organizations provided material support to Hamas, originating from previous groups like the Holy Land Foundation. Miyares emphasizes the importance of allowing victims of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack to pursue justice, arguing that dismissing the case would hinder accountability for alleged terrorist support. The coalition aims to protect victims’ rights to seek compensation.
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Morning Weather (9/23): Another hot day with highs well above average
SUMMARY: Good morning! As we kick off the work week, we’re facing warm temperatures in the upper 80s, with fall officially starting yesterday. An unsettled weather pattern is expected as a cold front approaches, bringing a level one risk for showers and thunderstorms today and tomorrow. Gusty winds and small hail may occur, particularly north of I-40. Overnight, conditions will calm, but rain chances will increase midweek with moisture coming from a developing tropical system in the Gulf. There’s a 70% chance for further development, promising more rain by the week’s end. Exciting times ahead!
The morning weather report for East Tennessee on Monday, Sept. 23.
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Evening Weather (9/22): It's Fall, Y'all! But it won't feel like it to start the week
SUMMARY: As fall begins, temperatures reached 93ยฐF, nearing a record high. A cooling trend is expected with increased rain chances due to a shift from high pressure to a trough of low pressure beginning Monday. This will bring moisture from the Gulf of Mexico, leading to scattered showers and possible thunderstorms starting Monday afternoon. By Thursday, a potential tropical system forming in the Caribbean may impact East Tennessee weather, with rainfall accumulating to an inch or more over the week. Anticipate changing forecasts as the tropics are unpredictable; stay updated on conditions throughout the week.
Continued hot weather through Monday with gradually increasing chances for scattered showers into the upcoming week.
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