Mike McWherter, whose father was one of the state's most popular politicians, is said to be eyeing a run against Lamar Alexander in '08
UPDATED 3:14 p.m. Wednesday -- Williams statement, reaction from colleagues
State Senator leaves Republican Party, goes independent
A battle for GOP leadership in the House was expected, but State Senate GOP leadership battle has taken strange twist
Corker only bright spot on national GOP landscape, Bredesen coasts; State House and State Senate results across Tenn.
Lt. Governor John Wilder says opponents are "out to get him"
The 104th General Assembly looks to be in the final hours of debate, concluding an eventful session