SUMMARY: Tonight, strong to severe thunderstorms are expected across East Tennessee, with potential damage from wind gusts and heavy rainfall until 11 PM. The highest risks are north of the 40, with possible localized flooding. Stay alert and keep your devices charged, as the weather app will provide updates. After a cooler, dry Friday, expect warm conditions on Saturday, followed by more showers late Saturday night into Sunday. Next week may bring heavy and potentially excessive rainfall, leading to flooding concerns. A total of 3 to 5 inches of rain is projected across the region. Stay safe and weather-aware.

Highs near 60 degrees. Most of the day with be dry but rain chances return during the evening. Lows in the upper 40s Friday night.

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SUMMARY: Some Tennessee lawmakers are supporting a bill allowing school districts to opt out of enrolling undocumented students, challenging a 1982 Supreme Court ruling that prohibits denying public education to these children. House Majority Leader William Lamberth and Speaker of the House Cameron Sexton acknowledge potential legal battles. The bill follows significant increases in undocumented student populations, straining local resources, particularly in Rutherford County. Lawmakers argue the influx of undocumented students leads to absenteeism and declining test scores. Lamberth expressed a desire to revisit the Supreme Court decision, citing changing circumstances over the past four decades.

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SUMMARY: Two Tennessee Democrats have introduced bills to legalize recreational marijuana, potentially adding millions to the state’s general fund. The bills would allow adults over 21 to possess up to 60 grams of marijuana and grow 12 plants. A 15% tax would be applied, with most revenue going to the state’s general fund. The bills also include provisions for medical marijuana use for minors with specific conditions and the review of past marijuana convictions, potentially releasing those incarcerated for marijuana offenses. Recent polls show broad bipartisan support for legalization in Tennessee. Senate bill sponsor is Sen. Jeff Yarbro, D-Nashville.

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