Tennessee

The announcement from the state's governor is part of a broader workforce development strategy. And similar moves have worked before.

In parts of Tennessee, about one third of working-age residents have a college degree. In a few counties, the rate drops to fewer than one in 10.

An economic snapshot of Chattanooga, Tenn., reveals why President Obama is speaking there.

An expansion of Medicaid is supposed to cover more of the working poor. But Republican-led states have been opting out and outlying areas in states like Tennessee may be the hardest hit.

Memphis, Tenn., is the poorest city in the country, according to the U.S. Census. And Mayor AC Wharton worries that inaction on the fiscal cliff would have a drastic impact on already cash-strapped residents.

Nashville mayor Karl Dean on his city's rising star and its hope to expand its music repertoire beyond country.

Both presidential campaigns have their soundtracks. And on the Republican side, it’s got a twang, with a list of country music artists either endorsing or campaigning with Mitt Romney.

Memphis -- a city that has struggled with population decline and high unemployment -- wants its native sons and daughters to help fuel a comeback.

The city of Chattanooga, Tenn., wants to join a growing list of U.S. cities with its own typeface to be used in everything from stationary to street signs.

For all the talk by Republicans about the dangers of "Obamacare," there are some who view the law as good for business.