SUMMARY: A federal court in Kentucky ruled that the Biden administration’s expansion of Title IX to include gender identity is unlawful. The United States District Court sided with plaintiffs from Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, and West Virginia, asserting that the administration overstepped its authority. Chief Judge Danny C. Reeves stated that Title IX’s phrase “on the basis of sex” refers specifically to male and female, and that the new regulations are arbitrary and violate the First Amendment, demanding schools use names and pronouns aligned with a student’s gender identity. The court struck down the entire rule, deeming it invalid. The decision is subject to appeal.

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SUMMARY: A significant winter storm is expected to hit Middle Tennessee on Friday, potentially bringing 4 to 6 inches of snow and icy conditions that could persist over the weekend. The National Weather Service warns of travel impacts due to slow melting and refreezing. Metro Nashville has identified 1,800 miles of snow removal priority routes, utilizing 40 snow plows and pre-treating roads in anticipation of the snow. The Nashville Department of Transportation advises residents to avoid travel when possible and to give crews space to work. State roads in Davidson County will be maintained by the Tennessee Department of Transportation, which has substantial resources allocated for snow removal.

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SUMMARY: Over 100 organizations, small businesses, and congregations in Tennessee have signed the “Freedom Together” statement, advocating for dignity, freedom, and an end to discriminatory anti-LGBTQ legislation. Co-chair Dahron Johnson of the Tennessee Equality Project emphasized that the statement is a call to action, urging lawmakers to reject harmful proposals. The initiative condemns bills that threaten the LGBTQ community, citing past legislation like the 31 bills introduced last year. The statement also addresses concerns over proposed bills like HB0064, which mandates gender-segregated facilities in educational programs. The Equality Project plans to engage with the new legislative session as it begins.

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