By Tribune Staff John Maggio’s “A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks” spotlights an extraordinary life. Parks was a photographer, filmmaker, composer, author, eyewitness to several major events of the 20th century, and most importantly a great storyteller. The documentary, which debuted on HBO Monday, documents that, though not as completely as some would like. “A Choice of Weapons” combines Parks’ photographs with footage of the artist in conversation, supported by reflections from a starry cast of interviewees. The participants include filmmakers Ava DuVernay and Spike Lee; actor Richard Roundtree; photographer LaToya Ruby Frazier; retired basketball player Kareem Abdul-Jabbar;…
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By Kate Sullivan WASHINGTON, DC — President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced a new military and veteran suicide prevention strategy that includes promoting safe firearms storage and outlining best practices for firearm dealers. The plan includes a new federal focus on improving lethal means safety, which is a voluntary practice to reduce one’s suicide risk by limiting access to objects that can be used to cause self-harm, including medications, firearms or sharp instruments. The Department of Justice will soon finalize a rule clarifying the obligations firearm dealers have to make secure gun storage or safety devices available for purchase, the…
Every detail of the new 2022 Buick Envision Avenir FWD is designed with drivers in mind, starting with those fabulous premium LED headlamps and taillamps with welcoming lights that animate on demand to guide your steps and announce your arrival. The MacPherson strut front suspension and innovative five-link premium rear suspension help assure a smooth ride, confident handling and minimized road noise. Envision allows you to choose among several driving modes or styles. With a simple tap of a button, you can dial in this type of performance that best matches your mood and driving conditions. The 2022 Envision features…
By Lucas L. Johnson II For years now, we’ve known about the disparities in health care and education that exist in Black communities. But the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the problem and forced Americans, particularly lawmakers and other leaders, to look more closely at ways to close the gaps. Over the last few months, a series of stories in The Tennessee Tribune have explored the impact COVID-19 has had on K-12 students, particularly in Black communities in Tennessee, and how government resources are being used to alleviate disparities in learning. The first story looked at a new $100…
The 2022 Kia Stinger GT2 RWD V6 is a modern GT sports sedan that drives as good as it looks. Under the hood there’s a 368-horsepower, a 3.3L Twin Turbo V6 engine, and the latest advanced driver-assistance technologies. An elegant, premium feature-filled cabin, and a stunning design that pays its respects to the GT classics of the past, but still offers features of a 21st century sports car. Stinger’s GT-Line trim features an all-new 2.5L turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection 4-cylinder engine that unleashes 300 horsepower1 and 311 lb.-ft. of torque, paired with a uniquely optimized 8-speed Automatic Transmission. As a…
Three doors, eight speeds and five modes, those are the numbers that all add up to deliver the new sleek, sporty and attractive new Hyundai 2022 Veloster N M/T. Its innovative three-door styling includes a 2-stage rear spoiler and large-bore dual exhaust outlets that are tucked into the rear air diffuser. Beneath all the style is substance: A high-strength steel core reinforced to create a rigid—yet remarkably lightweight structure. When the throttle is pressed, Veloster N goes into a stunning and exciting quickness mode that provides a temporary boost in peak torque and improved transmission response for 20 seconds. Drivers…
The all-new 2021 Sorento X-Line AWD features a range of powerful new entities, from new engine, a bold looks, and plenty of grit to let drivers have as much fun as needed. The rugged X-Line features standard adaptive all-wheel drive with Center Locking Differential and increased ground clearance for bring-it-on capability in all kinds of weather — plus there’s 20” Dark Hyper Silver wheels and matte black trim to match its commanding nature. Sorento is engineered for confident, dynamic performances, whether on the city streets or the open highways. There’s a 2.5L turbocharged engine that unleashes 281 hp and 311…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — SBA Administrator Isabella Guzman was in Nashville on Oct. 4 and visited The Tennessee Tribune after taking a walking tour of several businesses on Jefferson St. While meeting with Tribune Publisher Rosetta Miller-Perry, she told the administrator about the many disappointments that Jefferson Street Black businesses had with Federal Government’s promises. She said that under every administration, except the last one (who never came to Jefferson Street), “they come, they see, they leave, we never hear from them again ever.” Miller-Perry further stated she was disgusted that 99% of the PPL loans were given…
By Tribune Staff Davidson County Circuit Court Clerk Richard Rooker will not seek re-election. Rooker was first appointed to the job in 1993 after his father, George Rooker, died. After being appointed, Richard Rooker won seven four-year terms. A legacy of a mostly disbanded Nashville political machine, Rooker and his father have combined to hold the clerk’s office for 54 years. His brother, George Rooker Jr., served two terms as Davidson County Property Assessor. “It’s bittersweet, but it’s time for me to move on,” Rooker told the Post. Miller-Perry congratulated Rooker on knowing when to stepdown. She went on to…
The new 2021 BMW M440i Convertible is a top-level convertible that’s designed especially for those who want to pack a punch and make a statement. It’s the ultimate driving machine. The latest version features an enhanced engine, brakes, and more engineered by BMW M – with additional style upgrades, too.It’s a definitive sports convertible that’s sophisticated and distinctive: the BMW 4 Series Convertible is as sleek as they come, from the impactful kidney grille and stretched silhouette to the tailored noise-reducing soft top. The kidney grille features an intricate mesh design, complimenting the iconic quad headlights and aerodynamic air inlets.…