Monday, April 27, 2026

Suspect's Manifesto, White House Honey, and a Friendly Neighborhood Nonna

Suspected White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter Cole Allen sent a manifesto to his family minutes before the attack, outlining plans to target administration officials from highest to lowest.                
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Diplomatic fury grows after the terrifying White House dinner attack stunned global leaders. (Hear Details)

➤ First Lady Melania Trump’s new project is a White House-themed beehive, boosting honey production on the South Lawn. (Hear Episode)

➤  Philadelphia’s iconic Rocky statue has moved indoors, becoming the centerpiece of a new exhibit. (Listen Now)

  

Politics

Kevin Warsh cleared a key hurdle in his bid to lead the Federal Reserve after Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) said on Sunday he will support his nomination. (More)

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Sunday said that the lone gunman’s attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner will not deter President Trump or officials from public appearances. (More)

➤ President Trump renewed calls for a White House ballroom after Saturday’s Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, arguing the proposed facility would improve security. (More)

➤ Lawmakers in several states are pushing bills to ban insurers from using credit-based scores, a practice critics say drives up premiums for consumers with lower credit. (More)

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➤ Tennis star Coco Gauff vomited on court before advancing in the Madrid Open on Sunday, as a stomach bug made its way around participants. (More

➤ Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was injured in a playoff win on Saturday and is expected to miss multiple weeks, though tests showed no ligament damage. (More)

Pittsburgh set an NFL Draft attendance record with 805,000 fans over three days, surpassing Detroit’s 775,000 mark from 2024. (More

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➤ Michael Boes, previously an adviser in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, became Steak 'n Shake's new chief Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) officer this week, touting the chain's health overhaul as "going back to the glory days of fast food." (More)

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian is facing backlash after saying the airline may not reduce ticket prices if oil supply stabilizes, adding that current pricing could “help us boost our margins this year and clearly into next year.” (More)

Michael, the new Michael Jackson biopic, reached $217 million in box office sales globally during this weekend’s debut, making it the second-largest-earning debut of the year and setting a new record for biopics. (More)

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Science & Technology

➤ Scientists discovered platypuses have hollow melanin structures previously seen only in birds, adding another bizarre trait to the egg-laying, venomous mammal. (More)

Researchers say graphene oxide targets and destroys bacteria, including drug-resistant strains, by binding to a molecule absent in human cells, offering a durable alternative to antibiotics. (More)

NASA plans a first-of-its-kind lunar fire experiment to study how materials burn in low gravity, aiming to improve astronaut safety and refine standards for future moon missions. (More)

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Colombian officials say a bus bombing in the country's southwest region on Saturday killed 20 people and injured 36, as authorities blame dissident rebel groups and declare three days of mourning. (More)

Iran’s foreign minister on Sunday returned to Islamabad to pursue a peace plan, with U.S. officials set to join talks by phone after President Trump canceled travel, citing distance and Iran’s refusal to meet nuclear demands. (More)

King Charles III and Queen Camilla will begin a four-day U.S. state visit today, despite security concerns after Saturday’s shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. (More)

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Queen Camilla will present a specially crafted Roo stuffed animal to the New York Public Library during the royal couple’s U.S. visit, completing the Winnie-the-Pooh collection after 90 years without the missing kangaroo joey. (See Photos)  

➤ A lobster with extremely rare half-and-half coloring was caught off the coast of Cape Cod this month and then donated to a Massachusetts aquarium for public viewing. Experts are calling it a one-in-50-million catch. (See Lobster)

Nonna Netta, an 83-year-old New Jersey grandmother, went viral after making salami and cheese sandwiches for her mailman, continuing a tradition of sharing homemade meals with neighbors and visitors. (See Nonna)

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"So I may have given a lot of people a surprise today."

Cole Allen, the 31-year-old suspect in Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner attack, in a "manifesto" emailed to his family. 

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Crypto ATM Ban, Manhattan Project Reunion, and 20 Millionth Engine

Tennessee will ban crypto ATMs starting July 1, making it a misdemeanor to operate or host the machines under a law signed by Gov. Bill Lee.                
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Article Icon 1TN Becomes Second State to Ban Crypto ATMs

Tennessee will ban crypto ATMs starting July 1, making it a misdemeanor to operate or host the machines under a law signed by Gov. Bill Lee.

The state joins Indiana as one of only two states with full bans, driven by a spike in scams, especially targeting seniors, who lost hundreds of millions nationwide, including $257 million last year alone.

Lawmakers say the kiosks, commonly found in gas stations and convenience stores, have become a key tool for fraudsters posing as law enforcement officers or government officials.

Operators who fail to comply could face up to a year in jail and fines as more states consider similar crackdowns.

Article Icon 1Titans Reload with 8 Draft Picks

The Tennessee Titans added eight players in the 2026 NFL Draft, headlined by first-round picks wide receiver, Carnell Tate, and edge rusher, Keldric Faulk, as the team looks to rebuild around quarterback Cam Ward.

The class also includes linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. and five Day 3 additions focused on depth, especially along the offensive and defensive lines.

Analysts gave the haul mixed-to-strong reviews, with grades ranging from C+ to A+, noting solid value but questions about overall impact beyond the top picks.

The draft signifies a push to boost both offensive weapons and defensive strength with a new-look roster.

Article Icon 1Young Survivor Donates His Make-A-Wish

A 12-year-old Tennessee cancer survivor used his Make-A-Wish not for himself, but to donate LEGO sets to children at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital.

Ollie Faircloth, who relied on LEGOs to get him through his own treatment, delivered more than 500 sets after his idea initiated a wave of community donations. 

The effort grew far beyond his original plan as local groups and national companies like the PGA Tour and Howden Insurance pitched in. 

Hospital staff say the toys will go a long way in helping young patients cope with their difficult treatments.

 

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Around Tennessee

Memphis: An 18-year-old high school student was released from federal custody on Friday after a judge ruled his 63-day ICE detention without a bond hearing was unlawful. (More)

Oak Ridge: The K-25 campus hosted its annual reunion Saturday, bringing former workers together to share stories about the Manhattan Project and the Cold War. (More)

Sweetwater: A teenage girl helped her mother deliver a baby at home after premature labor prevented them from reaching the hospital. Both mother and child are healthy. (More)

Pigeon Forge: Police are investigating the Saturday death of a man after a handgun discharged inside a vehicle in the parking lot of Dolly Parton’s Stampede. (More)

Nashville: A pet emu named Picasso was safely captured by animal control after escaping her home and wandering about a mile. (See Picasso)

Knoxville: Lawmakers voted to take control of McGhee-Tyson Airport’s governing board starting July 1, ending nearly a century of local oversight. (More)


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Eight players from Tennessee colleges went in the 2026 NFL Draft this weekend, with five from the University of Tennessee, one from Vanderbilt, one from Memphis, and one from Middle Tennessee State. However, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, a 2025 Heisman Trophy finalist, shockingly went undrafted. (More)

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has revealed a look at the Nike Ja 4, his new signature shoe model. Morant’s previous model, the Ja 3, was one of the top 10 most-worn shoes in the NBA last season. (See Photos)

Tennessee baseball captured a series win over No. 13 Alabama over the weekend, sweeping its doubleheader against the Crimson Tide, racking up double-digit runs in both games. (More)

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Tennessee Business

Firearms manufacturer IWI US marked its move to Andersonville with a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week after a $15.7 million investment. (More)

Nissan’s Decherd powertrain plant produced its 20 millionth engine this week after nearly 30 years of operation and billions of dollars in investment. (More)

Long John Silver’s plans to return to Clarksville with a new restaurant on Tiny Town Road, years after its previous location closed. (More)                

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Six-year-old Phoenix, a mostly nonverbal Nashville boy born deaf in one ear, is gaining recognition after discovering painting as a way to express himself and share his world. (See Phoenix)

A restored 1930s-era Immigrant Trail marker was unveiled in Jonesborough after years of damage, with the Daughters of the American Revolution leading efforts to repair and relocate it. (More)

The Nashville Zoo named its newest clouded leopard cub Azi, the 50th cub born at the zoo, drawing inspiration for the name from Persian mythology. (See Azi)

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Suspect's Manifesto, White House Honey, and a Friendly Neighborhood Nonna

Suspected White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter Cole Allen sent a manifesto to his family minutes before the attack, outlining ...