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Reporter for @WKRN | Former @wis10 , @CNNSitRoom and @NorthwesternU | amintzer @wkrn .com for tips

Nashville, TN
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3 years
. @LindseyGrahamSC says, "I would talk until I fell over," to prevent the passage of the Voting Rights Act and Equality Act if the U.S. Senate changes the filibuster rules. #scpol
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"If you want children to speak out today, I'm your child to do it. If this is an agenda, why would I choose to be gay? Why would I subject myself to being called a f*** in the bathroom everyday at school...I'm here on my own volition Satan is not getting at me."
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Horrifying video from downtown Nashville this morning. @WKRN
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. @LivePDNation host to @brikeilarcnn on show's cancellation..."there's a huge difference between Cops and LivePD...LivePD follows police officers in real-time...provides important context...as there’s a call nationally for more body cams I think we’d want more LivePD not less."
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From November 2014 @realDonaldTrump
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US District Court of East TN rules DA Desmond CANT enforce the so-called “drag ban” this weekend during Blount County Pride @WKRN
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"I know people moved here to not be with me or my kind, but we are here and we urge you to vote 'yes' and give us one day of celebration. Thank you."
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Million Man March in Columbia is getting ready to go. Lead by the organizers and a DJ @wis10
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Tonight, Franklin, TN is set to take a vote on a permit for the city's Pride festival. Here's some of the public comment. "It started out as Pride coming in and I thought everything would be ok...it ended with a rainbow room where 8-12 y/o kids were given butt plugs and dildos."
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In the TN House Education Committee, @brotherjones_ accused Chairman Mark White of not calling on him and @TNRepParkinson . "Do you not see us because of how we look?" @WKRN
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3 years
JUST IN: SC State Supreme Court says @UofSC CAN impose a mask requirement on campus. “The proviso does not prohibit a universal mask mandate.”
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3 years
NEW: @RCSD says it’s their understanding @LivePDNation will return and discussion of RCSD’s involvement if it were to come back have been ongoing since the show ended #sctweet
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@WKRN JUST IN: After a 4-4 vote, the Franklin Mayor says he will break the tie with a vote TO APPROVE Franklin Pride's permit @WKRN
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More than 100 people signed up to speak for and against Franklin Pride getting a permit this year. Here is a quick compilation of some of the people who oppose Pride with reasons ranging from homosexuality being a sin to not wanting to see grown men twerk. @WKRN
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4 years
An aerial view of the boat parade on Lake Murray yesterday showing support for @realDonaldTrump (sent to @wis10 from a viewer). Thousands of people from multiple states came by take part and cheer on the boats.
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Kyle Rittenhouse leaving lunch with @AGAlanWilson at Maurice’s BBQ in Columbia. I asked Wilson why they were meeting and he said they were just getting lunch. A man with Rittenhouse said he is meeting with his attorney.
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3 years
NEW- Federal judge temporarily blocks ban on mask mandates in SC schools "This is not a close call. The General Assembly’s COVID measures disallowing school districts from mandating masks, as found in Proviso 1.108, discriminates against children with disabilities."
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4 years
I’m told this morning it was announced at Brookland Baptist Church in West Columbia that the Tom Steyer Foundation is paying for major renovations at the church’s Lakeview Empowerment Center. #Scpol
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JUST IN: Rep. Sherrell moves to withdraw his bill to rename Rep. John Lewis Way to President Trump Blvd. from the Committee and the House @wkrn
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4 years
Full @JoeBiden quote: “They are running negative ads like they did with Hillary.” He goes on to say, “I think it’s just a desperation on the part of some of the candidates who are now going back 35 years to try and pick a sentence that was said or wasn’t said.”
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Even candidates for Senate have to wait in line -> @harrisonjaime voting today in Columbia. @wis10
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@WKRN There are fewer people there to support Franklin Pride. Here are a few of their arguments for the event. @WKRN
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4 years
And Biden ended by saying, “I just think you’re going to see increasing desperation. I’m used to this...I guess it’s worse if you don’t have a target on your back. You have a target on your back when you lead from the beginning.”
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After about 3 years, this is my last day at @wis10 . From my time reporting, producing, and on the assignment desk, I can't thank enough the mentors and friends I've met for their guidance and the community for trusting me with their stories. I've loved reporting in my home state.
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Here's the clip of Rep Todd (R-Madison) saying if the Covenant shooter didn't have access to a gun "she would probably have driven over those kids when they went to recess." @WKRN
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Melissa Brown | @itsmelissabrown on Bluesky
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Rep. Chris Todd now saying Covenant students would have died even if the shooter hadn't had a gun, saying with a car the shooter would "probably would have driven over those kids" when they went to recess. Several moms quickly leave the committee room
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4 years
In Orangeburg, @JoeBiden tells me attacks from the Sanders campaign is a sign of desperation. More from my interview coming up on @wis10
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3 years
Incredibly humbled to be recognized as “Reporter of the Year” by the SC Broadcasters Association. The stories haven’t been easy, but working with amazing journalists and hearing from people all around SC make it an absolute honor. @wis10 @Live5News @scbroadcasters
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Proud to announce I’ll be transitioning into a new role next week as the SC Statehouse reporter for @wis10 and Gray TV stations around the state. Covering state politics and making our systems feel more approachable has never felt more important.
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"If this way of life is something no one would choose because of the mental issues, suicide rates etc, why then would we consider centralizing it in a celebration."
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When asked if he can also win South Carolina in the general election @PeteButtigieg says, “absolutely.” More on @wis10 at 6pm
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This came after @TNRepParkinson said, "Mr. Chairman with all due respect that is a crock of crap!" @WKRN
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4 years
. @SenatorTimScott @LindseyGrahamSC and @henrymcmaster all here at GSP airport as a Boeing Dreamlifter arrives with 1.5 million masks for SC health care workers @wis10
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3 years
INBOX: A bipartisan group of SC Senators is calling on Senate Pres. @harveypeeler to bring lawmakers back for a special session to reconsider a budget proviso that limits school districts from implementing mask requirements. @BradHutto @LukeRankinSC @SennSandy @RonnieSabbSC
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4 years
From @LivePDNation to @tiktok_us , @thundacat830 is always ready for the camera. The @RCSD Deputy Sheriff got stopped while on patrol Friday night by a citizen who wanted to do a TikTok with him, and Lt. Brown was all too excited to agree. @wis10
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2 years
Five people were at the table, Rittenhouse turned away from our camera.
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Huge shout out to Robin @Publix for wiping down every single shopping cart before people before they even step inside the store. All with a smile.
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@SamBleiweisTV @WKRN This video comes from our producer @_nrodriguez99 . She saw this on her morning run and I had that same reaction as you when she sent it to me. Shock and horror.
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4 years
Longest lines I’ve seen so far outside @RichlandSC this morning for in-person absentee voting. Line wraps around the building and is still growing. @wis10 @scvotes #scpol
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"I have friends that I care deeply about that are gay, this has nothing to do with that lifestyle if you choose to be in that lifestyle...I would just beseech you all to protect our families but most importantly these innocent, dear children."
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3 years
When asked about SC’s law limiting mask mandates in schools @PressSec said, “If you don’t want to help save more lives then get out of the way and let school experts, health experts take steps they need to save more kids.” @wis10
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3 years
NEW: @fortjacksoncg SAYS RSgt. 1st Class Jonathan Pentland been suspended from instructor duties pending the completion of the investigation and outcome of the criminal charges. More on this story >>
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Metro Nashville Police have spent most of the day searching for any sign of Riley Strain along the bank of the Cumberland River (his last known location). So far @MNPDNashville says they haven't found anything clothing, wallet, phone, etc. @WKRN
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. @wis10 has team coverage today of the Million March in Columbia. Organizers tell me more than 2,000 people are expected to show up in their “Sunday best” to march to the Statehouse in the name of the Million March in DC in ‘95
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NEW: @UofSC requiring face masks in buildings IMMEDIATELY per a statement from Interim President @HarrisPastides "Today’s South Carolina Supreme Court ruling clears the way for the university to require face coverings on our campus." @wis10 @wmbfnews @WTOC11 #sctweets
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Tennessee Firearms Association calling the special legislative session a victory because there were “no meaningful results” @WKRN
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1 year
. @ToriGessnerTV will have a preview on tonight's votes at 4:30p and I will have a roundup of what happened at the meeting tonight at 10p on @WKRN
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Unanimous approval to reinstate @brotherjones_ from @MetroNashville @WKRN
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JUST IN: Tennessee law restricting some drag shows ruled to be UNCONSTITUTIONAL by Judge Thomas Parker (ruling sent from plaintiff's attorney) @WKRN
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@WKRN He says if Pride, "violate[s] our trust of this board, I will work hard and I'm sure this Board will join me in making sure that event never occurs." City leaders say they got a lot of emails after last year's show in relation to the drag show (Pride says no drag this yr)
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When asked about this conversation with @SpeakerMcCarthy , @AndyOgles told me, "part of it too was I had received a text the night before where I had been threatened by a very wealthy donor...someone I had never met." More of my interview with Ogles and coming up tonight on @WKRN
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C-SPAN camera catches this animated McCarthy-Ogles chat
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For the first time, a Covenant Mom publicly shares how her son's teacher kept students safe during the Covenant shooting. She says her son was outside and the teacher turned getting back into the school into a race to not scare the students. @WKRN @CovBrightTmrws
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JUST IN: Judge issues temporary restraining order on TN drag show restrictions law that was set to go into effect at midnight. @WKRN
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@WKRN LATEST: -Police still waiting on phone records -No info yet from his Apple Watch -No indication of foul play -No indication he got into a vehicle -Police looked at storm drains "We have no idea what happened with this gentleman." -Sgt Nielsen said. @WKRN @MNPDNashville
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“We’ve had admitted child molesters on the floor, we have had members that have peed in each other’s office chairs, we have someone who has illegally prescribed drugs to their cousin mistress and nothing ever happened to those folks.” - @VoteGloriaJ @WKRN
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TN’s top lawyer asked Vanderbilt for more info than just trans patient’s medical records. A Mom whose child's info was shared says, "We are being identified. We are being put on lists. We are being targeted for exclusionary legislation constantly." @WKRN
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“Most everyone’s willing to listen behind closed doors. There’s a lot of sympathy and support. There’s some interest, but there’s always an excuse for why something couldn’t happen.” Covenant Dad @nthansen discusses a lack of action on gun reform @WKRN
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. @THEChrisOB with the EXCLUSIVE of the day! @WKRN
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Franklin Pride will be held on June 3rd at Harlinsdale Farm @WKRN @CityOfFranklin
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Blake Eason
1 year
Permit approved for Franklin Pride Festival after Mayor broke tied vote
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1 year
TN's Lt. Gov's Instagram has repeatedly commented on a 20-year-old gay man's nearly, naked pictures. @ltgovmcnally has supported bills to restrict drag shows in TN and ban gender-affirming care for minors. I spoke to Franklyn about the comments >> @WKRN
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. @freddieoconnell declares victory and addresses hundreds of supporters. “Starting tomorrow we will begin a transition process…how Nashville grows, how Nashville works, how Nashville moves…we will organize the Mayor’s office around these principles.” @WKRN
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Nashville, I’m honored!
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Just in: The Shelby County Commission voted to send @Justinjpearson back to the Statehouse
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We are marching to the Shelby County Comission with the people. People Power is greater than any power that attempts to suppress it!
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Rep. @GinoBulso (also an attorney) questioned Moms Demand Action after she said more guns don't make students safer. And audience member called Bulso a "coward". Rep. Andrew Farmer cut off the back and forth.
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1 year
Despite the possibility that it could cost the state $2 billion in federal funding, Tennessee Senate Republicans passed a bill Monday that would define sex in state code as a person's anatomy at birth.   @WKRN
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. @brotherjones_ of the TN 3 will no longer be able to speak for the rest of the day after being called out of order twice (per new House rules). Public started chanting "fascist" and "vote them out." Speaker Sexton just called on THP to clear the balcony. @WKRN
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700 people registered to attend the Nashville Jewish Federation Community Rally for Israel. Gov. Lee is expected to speak, the TN AG is here as are multiple state and city lawmakers @wkrntv
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There it is---unofficial election results show Mayor Ken Moore won another term @WKRN
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I sat down with JPMorgan Chase CEO today during his visit to Nashville. In addition to taking other questions, he responded to the bank's $290 million settlement with Jeffrey Epstein's victims. Watch more tonight at 6p and 10p on @WKRN @jpmorgan
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@WKRN May I add a special shout-out to our nightside photographer, Dylan! This mensch is out setting up the camera while we are writing in the car and making sure the video you see on @WKRN is unique and reflective of what’s happening in the community!
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Thank you to @LocalOn2Live for letting me come on and talk about @CrisisTextLine . This is an amazing service to help bring people from a moment of crisis to a more calm place. It's available 24/7 and is free and confidential. @WKRN
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All of SC was @dariusrucker in this moment
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Gamecock Men's Basketball
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MOOD 🏆🤙 #Gamecocks 🐔🏀 // #ForeverToThee
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WATCH: @CSexton25 calling on @brotherjones_ right after he was voted back in and got to the TN House Floor. "I want to welcome the people back to the people's house. I want to welcome democracy back to the people's house," Jones said. @WKRN
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We are live in Paducah for #SolarEclipse2024 where everyone is hoping for clear skies! Reports all afternoon (including @LocalOn2Live ) @WKRN
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“I’ve dealt with serial killers, I’ve dealt with some really dangerous people, but she scares me sometimes.” Even if you’re not from SC, take a moment to read @MaayanSchechter ’s profile on @KatrinaShealy from start to finish.
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The Buzz on SC Politics
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A man’s world in SC’s State House? Not if Katrina Shealy has anything to say about it (she does)
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JUST IN: Majority Leader William Lamberth files resolution denouncing neo-Nazis @WKRN @WilliamLamberth @tnhousegop
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Security line to get into the Statehouse has been stopped. A trooper mentioned they aren’t allowing any other members of the public into the building at the moment @WKRN
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From one Tennessee legend to another
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Dolly Parton
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Went to the hotel where @HansonforMayor is hosting her election night event and was told no media allowed. A Williamson County Sheriff vehicle was parked outside and the signs in the lobby only read “private event” @WKRN
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Signs are back
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Chris O’Brien
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Chants of “You’ve done nothing!” break out here at the end of Senate session. @WKRN #TNLeg23
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Amidst the legislative drama, Mary Joyce with @CovBrightTmrws told reporters her daughter (who survived the shooting) is doing. "When they released class rosters, she was just devastated because that reality that her three friends weren't there was so real." @WKRN
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Surrounded by thousands of people on the steps of the Statehouse @brotherjones_ is sworn back in @WKRN
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“No meaningful legislation” Covenant parents addressing the end of the special legislative session. @CovBrightTmrws @WKRN
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The TN Senate is expected to take one more procedural vote on a bill restricting drag shows today. It will then go to Gov. Lee’s desk where he says he’ll sign it into law @WKRN
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“Removing those federal strings removes the requirement to not discriminate against kids like mine.” Despite @CSexton25 ’s statements, parents of students with disabilities worry about TN potentially no longer accepting US education funds. @WKRN
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. @AndyOgles votes AGAINST Kevin McCarthy for Speaker. He posted this in October
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Olivia Beavers
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15. Andy Ogles -- JORDAN
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