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Mattel introduces the first-ever autistic Barbie doll, collaborating with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network. The doll features articulated elbows and wrists, a side-shifted eye gaze, and accessories like a fidget spinner and noise-cancelling headphones. The doll aims to promote inclusion and representation for neurodivergent children. Checkout Solipillow.com

Nashville Police Arrest Suspect in DoorDash Drivers Murder A twenty-one-year-old woman, Atirahs Hogan, has been arrested for the shooting death of DoorDash driver David Valentine Junior. The incident occurred on January fourth when Valentine was killed while driving with a woman. The woman pulled over and called for help after hearing gunfire from a passing vehicle. Despite being rushed to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Valentine didnt survive. Community tips led to the arrest of Hogan, who is now charged with criminal homicide and reckless endangerment. Shes being held on a $520,000 bond. Checkout Solipillow.com

Middle Tennessee braces for first significant snowfall since November, with the highest chances in eastern regions, particularly the Cumberland Plateau. Two weather systems will bring light rain and potential snow on January fourteenth, with temperatures plunging overnight. Measurable snow is likely on the Plateau, while Nashville may only see a trace. Excitement builds for a snow day, with potential disruptions to schools and roads. Expect mostly sunny skies this week, with temperatures warming to sixty-one on the thirteenth, followed by showers and possible snow on the fourteenth. Colder air settles in for the weekend, with highs in the thirties and forties. Stay warm! Checkout Solipillow.com

Tennessee State Representative Aftyn Behn has opted to forgo the seventh congressional district nomination, instead focusing on reelection to her current state house seat. Her decision, announced on Monday, has sparked mixed reactions from supporters and has opened the door for other candidates in the competitive race. Behns reelection campaign is looking strong, with party leaders expressing support for her continued service in the state house. As the election cycle progresses, her decision is set to reshape Tennessee politics. Checkout Solipillow.com

Community Tips Lead to Arrest in Nashville Food Delivery Drivers Murder: A Week-Long Search Ends with Suspect Charged Checkout Solipillow.com

Tennessee lawmakers are set to revisit controversial bills on immigration and school vouchers during the 114th General Assembly. HB 793, which would allow schools to deny enrollment to undocumented students, is back on the table despite last years protests and concerns over federal funding. Governor Bill Lee aims to expand the Education Freedom Act, despite its high cost and lower academic performance among voucher recipients. Immigration bills include a Democratic proposal to ban ICE agents from covering their faces and a Republican bill to criminalize leaking their information. A push to shield churches and schools from enforcement is also underway. Additionally, the Charlie Kirk Act, which would implement free speech rules and restrict LGBTQ+ students from leadership roles, is being considered. The session begins Tuesday, promising intense debates. Checkout Solipillow.com

Former Millersville officials, including ex-assistant police chief Shawn Taylor and ex-city attorney Bryant Kroll, are suing activists, past city leaders, and journalists for alleged conspiracies ranging from defamation to international terrorism. The suits, each over one hundred pages, were filed in federal court in Nashville. The legal battle began in January 2025 and has since expanded to include multiple defendants, with cases consolidated and ongoing. Checkout Solipillow.com

President Trumps National Park Service announces revised fee-free days, replacing Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth with Flag Day and his birthday. New annual passes cost $80 for U.S. residents, $250 for nonresidents, with additional fees for nonresidents at popular parks. Free days now include Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day weekend, and Veterans Day. Checkout Solipillow.com