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Here's a look at the top stories to start your Wednesday, February 5

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Looking to start off your day catching up on headlines? Here's a look at the top stories from overnight

Rutherford County school bus drivers and contractors pushing for a raise

School bus drivers in Rutherford County are pushing for a 35% pay raise, citing rising costs that make it difficult to continue their work.

They say many residents assume bus drivers are school employees, but in Rutherford County, the district contracts with independent operators to provide transportation services.

Lawmakers hold town hall to discuss TSU financial issues, future plans

Tennessee State University leaders got to hear directly from community members in a call to action to show support.

Sex trafficking and runaways are problems at DCS transitional homes according to new report

A new report reveals disturbing details about what is happening to children inside transitional homes in Tennessee.

The Department of Children's Services opened transitional homes about two years ago to keep kids from having to sleep in state office buildings.

GoodMaps app helps blind navigate sites, gets first Tennessee location

With new technology comes new ways to help people. This story shows a great use of AI that is starting to be rolled out in Tennessee. This one can help those who may be blind, deaf or neurodiverse navigate the Tennessee State Library and Archives from an app on their smart phone.

-Lelan Statom