Tennessee State University spent 2024 on the edge of a financial cliff, but the historically Black institution's new leaders say they are determined to claw their way back to solid ground this year. Why it matters: Interim president Dwayne Tucker is part of a team of TSU graduates tasked with orchestrating a comeback for the beloved but cash-strapped university.

The move comes as TSU investigates "travel requisitions and advances" and whether they complied with university rules.

A 17-year-old student has opened fire at a Nashville High School, leaving one dead and others severely injured.

Brandon Weston had 21 points in Tennessee State's 89-77 victory against Tennessee Tech on Thursday night. Weston also had five rebounds for the Tigers (9-12, 5-5 Ohio Valley Conference). Josh Ogundele added 16 points while shooting 7 of 10 from the field and 2 for 4 from the line while he also had seven rebounds.

The Interdenominational Ministers Fellowship hosted the 40th Annual MLK Day Celebration, a nationally recognized event that draws thousands each year.

BOTTOM LINE: Tennessee State faces Tennessee Tech after Brandon Weston scored 20 points in Tennessee State's 81-80 overtime victory against the UT Martin Skyhawks. The Tigers are 7-3 on their home court. Tennessee State averages 79.2 points while outscoring opponents by 4.1 points per game.

Martin Luther King Jr. March in Nashville takes place Monday, marking a significant milestone for the event that celebrates the civil rights.

No. 7 Tennessee crushed No. 14 Mississippi State to set up a Saturday showdown with No. 1 Auburn. Chaz Lanier led the Vols in scoring.

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The director of Tennessee State University's Aristocrat of Bands has been placed on administrative leave following an internal audit.

A Nashville lawmaker has written Gov. Bill Lee, asking him to expand the call of a special session to include bills to address school shootings after two students died at Antioch High School.

Tennessee Tech faces the Tennessee State Tigers after Reghan Grimes scored 21 points in the Golden Eagles' 70-49 victory against the Little Rock Trojans.