While the matchup against Middle Tennessee State is favorable for the Cougars, they should not overlook the Blue Raiders, who have a few key players Houston needs to keep its eye out for. The biggest is leading scorer guard Jahvin Carter, who is averaging 13 points per game and shooting hooting 45.5 percent.

Several new state laws will take effect Jan. 1, including new age restrictions and taxes on hemp derived cannabis products.

Kingston Flemings had 15 points and five assists, Joseph Tugler added 13 points and six rebounds and No. 8 Houston pulled away in the second half for a 69-60 win over Middle Tennessee State on Monday night.

The University of Tennessee's Pride of the Southland Band prepares for a historic face-off against the University of Illinois band at Nashville's Music City Bowl.

Dozens of state parks across Tennessee are preparing to host First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day as part of a national celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Tennessee America 250, the state’s version of the celebration, will feature events throughout the year, kicking off with First Day Hikes.

A controversy kicked off after two religious podcasters moved into an Appalachian hill town deep in the Bible Belt.

UConn and Tennessee have been the best women's basketball programs over the last 50 years, earning the top spots in The Associated Press Top 25 all-time poll.

Tennessee has been among the newest areas of expansion for the famous gas station and convenience store, and this trend is set to continue with more location openings in the years to come.