SUMMARY: Tennessee lawmakers began a special legislative session focused on Governor Bill Lee’s Education Freedom Scholarship Act, Hurricane Helene relief, and illegal immigration, while protestors urged for gun reform following a deadly school shooting. The Education Freedom Scholarship Act proposes using taxpayer money for private school vouchers, a controversial and costly program expected to cost $425 million in its first year. Critics argue it diverts funds from public schools, though Lee’s bill includes provisions to prevent funding loss for public schools. The bill redirects sports betting tax revenue to support public schools, and lawmakers anticipate a close vote.

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SUMMARY: Murphysboro Police believe an argument over loud music may have led to the tragic shooting of a one-year-old, with the baby’s mother injured while trying to protect her child. Domestic violence experts warn that such situations often indicate a history of abuse. About 53% of local police calls relate to domestic issues, which are rising faster than the population. After the incident, suspect Marius Hampton was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Experts encourage individuals facing domestic violence to seek help and report incidents, as escaping these situations often takes multiple attempts. Resources are available for survivors and their loved ones.

Murfreesboro police believe an argument over loud music may have led to the child’s death.

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SUMMARY: A shooting occurred overnight at the Main Event Entertainment complex in Memphis, leaving a man critically wounded and a woman shot in the leg. The incident, stemming from a dispute near the bowling lanes, led to chaotic scenes as customers fled. Authorities found the man with a gunshot wound and later learned of the second victim. Customers expressed concern about safety, especially at night, and some suggested more police presence. This shooting follows a fatal incident in July when a security guard was killed by a coworker. Main Event has not yet commented. Police continue their investigation into the case.

Gunfire inside a popular Memphis entertainment venue left two people injured over the weekend, according to Memphis Police. READ MORE: https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/2-people-shot-inside-main-event-police-say/article_f2acf990-db22-11ef-b5ef-d33a81e8d017.html

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