Rachel Whitmore
Freelance Journalist · Nashville, TN
PureSource News LLC
Rachel Whitmore is a freelance journalist based in Nashville, Tennessee, covering state and local government, business, public policy, and regional economic developments. Her reporting interests include the practical effects of legislation, government decisions, and changes affecting businesses and public institutions. Whitmore approaches assignments by first establishing the documented facts and then building sufficient context around them. Her work is written for readers who want a clear account of what happened and why.
Articles by Rachel Whitmore
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NIH-Funded Mobile Clinics Cut Deaths by 71%
An NIH-funded trial found mobile medical units cut all-cause deaths by 71% among people who inject drugs. The study across five U.S. cities compared mobile integrated services to standard community referrals for 409 adults.
Nolan Defeats Moicano Via TKO In UFC Main Event
Tom Nolan defeated Renato Moicano via TKO at 1:28 of Round 3 in the main event. The bout took place at Meta APEX in Las Vegas with referee Dan Miragliotta officiating.
KFF: 2026 Family Health Premiums Rise 5% to $28,303
KFF reports 2026 employer family health premiums rose 5% to $28,303. Single coverage premiums also increased 5% to an average of $9,804.
FAA Certifies Boeing 737 MAX-10 for Commercial Service
The FAA certified the Boeing 737 MAX-10 for commercial service on October 20, 2026. The aircraft has 1,555 orders from over 30 customers globally.
Sixteen Alleged YNS Gang Members Face Federal Charges
A federal grand jury indicted six alleged YNS gang members while ten others face criminal complaints over alleged cocaine and robbery plots in Houston.
Fed Officials Forecast Rate Hike as Inflation Persists
Minutes show sixteen Federal Reserve officials expect another rate increase this year to fight persistent inflation. President Donald Trump criticized the committee's decision while expressing support for Chairman Kevin Warsh.
Oscar Winner Eva Marie Saint Dies at 102
Oscar-winning actress Eva Marie Saint died Tuesday of natural causes at her Los Angeles home. She was 102 and survived by two children and four grandchildren.
Sterling Recalls 750,000 Eye Products for Sterility
Sterling Pharmaceutical Services recalled nearly 750,000 eye-care products on Aug. 20 due to sterility concerns. The FDA classified the action as Class II, warning that use could cause temporary health issues.
Fred Claire, Former Dodgers GM, Dies at 91 on Birthday
Fred Claire, former Los Angeles Dodgers general manager, died Monday in Pasadena at age 91. He led the franchise to a 1988 World Series title before his 1998 departure.
Passengers Subdue Co-Pilot on FlyDubai Flight Over Arabian Desert
Passengers and off-duty pilots subdued co-pilot Hamam al Hamami after he stabbed the captain and seized controls on FlyDubai Flight 1073. The UAE Ministry of Interior classified the incident involving 174 mostly Israeli passengers as a terrorist act.
Egypt Arrests Six Matsadaash Journalists
Egyptian authorities arrested six journalists from Matsadaash on September 28 and 29, 2026. Five remain missing as of October 4 while one faces terrorism charges.
Judge Unseals Video of Mangione Arrest in Pennsylvania
A Manhattan judge unsealed body camera footage showing Luigi Mangione's December 2024 arrest in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The video documents officers finding a handgun and notes prosecutors call a manifesto in his backpack.
Houston Police: Two Wounded in Targeted Drive-By
Two men were wounded in a targeted drive-by shooting outside a north Houston store on October 2. Houston Police Department detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to identify the suspects.
Burkina Faso Opens First Domestic Gold Refinery in Ouagadougou
Burkina Faso opened its first domestic gold refinery, Raffinor-BF, in Ouagadougou to process and certify gold locally. The facility has an initial capacity of 164 tonnes per year and cost more than 11 billion CFA francs.
Republic of Ireland Defeats Israel 3-0 in Hungary During Protocol Breaches
The Republic of Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 in a UEFA Nations League match marked by player protests and alleged racist chants. FAI President Paul Cooke stated that refusing to play could have cost the association €5.
EU Ministers Meet in Dublin to Accelerate Electrification Plans
EU energy ministers discussed plans to accelerate the shift from fossil fuels to electricity during a meeting in Dublin. The bloc has spent over 100 billion euros on additional energy imports since the Iran war began.
Yuki Kurihara Wins Puyo Puyo Gold at Asian Games
Japan's Yuki Kurihara won the Puyo Puyo Champions gold medal. The 11-year-old defeated South Korea's Kang Dongshin 10-2 to become the event's youngest champion.
Avengers: Endgame Re-Release Ranks Third for Reissues in North America
The re-release of Avengers: Endgame achieved the third-highest opening weekend for a film reissue in North America, earning $26 million domestically, trailing only Star Wars: A New Hope and The Lion King.
Madonna Opens 2026 MTV VMAs in Record Fifth Performance
Madonna opened the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 27, marking her first live performance at the ceremony in 23 years. Her appearance set a record with five opening slots and came as she led the night with 13 nominations.
Prince George's Police Charge Teen as Adult for College Shooting
Police arrested a 16-year-old boy and charged him as an adult for shooting a student at Prince George's Community College. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries while the suspect faces attempted murder charges.
Blue Cactus Recalls 51,000 Battery Packs for Fire Risk
The CPSC announced a recall of 51,000 Blue Cactus Company battery packs on September 24, 2026. Four reports of overheating or ignition prompted the action. The lithium-ion batteries in the packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Daniel Thomas Pleads Not Guilty to Channel Dinghy Damage
Activist Daniel Thomas pleaded not guilty to criminal damage after slashing a dinghy with a rescue worker onboard. A court refused bail for the man who broadcast the incident to over 100,000 viewers.
Bonta Leads Coalition Opposing Education Grant Rule
California Attorney General Rob Bonta co-led a coalition submitting a letter opposing new federal grant rules.
Poland Calls Starlink Fire Sabotage Linked to Russia
Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski called the Starlink station fire sabotage aligned with Russian doctrine.