Data: Death Penalty Information Center; Note: includes federal death sentences handed down in a state. Chart: Erin Davis/Axios Visuals Tennessee is contributing to a national surge in executions, and the Republican candidate for governor wants the state to go further in the coming years.

Texas, and Faizon Brandon isn't excused As the Tennessee football team suffered a miserable loss to the Texas Longhorns on Saturday, 20-17, the team would get its first loss of the season in the conference opener.

The Tennessee Volunteers receive their ranking following their close and heartbreaking loss against the Texas Longhorns.

Tennessee lawmakers hold hearing on prison conditions after correctional officer Dustin Pettigo was stabbed to death by inmate Reginald Steed.

The death of country music legend Dolly Parton sent shockwaves around the world, but most notably in her beloved home state of Tennessee.

After decades of work, what was once the country’s most polluted metropolis has transformed into a leading example of urban biodiversity and outdoor access.

Auburn (3-1) at No. 17 Tennessee (3-1), Oct. 3 at 3:30 p.m. EDT. Opening Line: Tennessee by 7.5. Against the spread: Tennessee 2-2, Auburn 1-3. How to watch: ESPN Key stats Tennessee Offense Overall: 438.

Tennessee is topping the charts, but not in a good way. The Volunteer State was recently named the worst state for quality of life, according to a CNBC study. While Tennessee has previously been among the worst states, this is the first year since the ...

Tennessee is trapped under a massive heat dome but meteorologists say cooler fall weather is coming in October.

Get an overview of the 2026 Tennessee election, highlighting key races. Discover how the state has voted in past presidential elections.