Angela Dennis

Jan 4, 2025 | blackwithnochaser.com | Angela Dennis

Sheriff’s deputies fatally shot a teenager on Jan. 3 while conducting a search warrant at a local residence in Knoxville, Tennessee. According to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, deputies approached a residence around 7:20 am as part of an ongoing investigation when they encountered 18-year-old Daevon Montez Saint-Germain. Authorities report that Saint-Germain displayed a firearm, leading deputies to respond with gunfire. The young man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Dec 23, 2024 | timesfreepress.com | Angela Dennis

A Sullivan County teacher who was banned from teaching in 2021 may have a chance at reentering the classroom after a chancery court judge's decision to overturn his dismissal. Matthew Hawn, who taught at Sullivan Central High School from 2005 until his firing, was thrust into the national spotlight after being terminated following controversy surrounding his contemporary issues class that delved into the role of race in American society.

Dec 21, 2024 | timesfreepress.com | Angela Dennis

Friends, sorority sisters, high school classmates and admirers filled the pews of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Knoxville on Wednesday to celebrate the life and legacy of Nikki Giovanni. The renowned poet, author and activist died Dec. 9 at the age of 81. The memorial, held at the church where Giovanni grew up, was a tribute to the legendary writer whose work inspired generations.

Dec 20, 2024 | greenevillesun.com | Angela Dennis

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Dec 20, 2024 | tennesseelookout.com | Angela Dennis

by Angela Dennis, Tennessee Lookout December 20, 2024 A Sullivan County teacher who was banned from teaching in 2021 may have a chance at reentering the classroom after a chancery court judge’s decision to overturn his dismissal. Matthew Hawn, who taught at Sullivan Central High School from 2005 until his firing was thrust into the national spotlight after being terminated following controversy surrounding his contemporary issues class that delved into the role of race in American society.