SUMMARY: Nashville’s Main Library, closed since mid-June due to a neighboring parking garage fire, is set to reopen by July 29, excluding its damaged auditorium and conference center. The fire, which destroyed two parking floors and several cars, caused minor smoke and soot damage inside the library, with 99% of materials salvageable through cleaning. The library remains structurally sound, but repairs and limited access to the single freight elevator—located in the damaged area—complicate restoration efforts. Parking remains a concern as the garage closure is indefinite, raising fears that reduced accessibility may impact library patronage despite recent increases in borrowing across the system.

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SUMMARY: Tennessee lawmakers may introduce real estate fraud protections after a TACIR study revealed rising fraud cases. Between 2019 and 2024, 185 homes were stolen in 50 counties, with identity fraud in loans and leases increasing from 2,200 in 2022 to over 2,800 last year. Common scams include forgery and fake IDs, made more convincing by AI and the internet. Tennessee lacks mandatory training or exams for notaries—TACIR proposes requiring courses and granting registers of deeds authority to verify notary signatures. Experts urge more proactive measures, recommending secure practices and trusted professionals for property transactions.

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SUMMARY: Daniel Gervais, a Vanderbilt law professor and sci-fi author, explores AI’s impact on music law and education. His novel “Forever” helps students grasp future legal challenges in AI-driven music industries. Lawsuits about AI training on copyrighted music dominate current debates, with courts often leaning toward fair use. The music sector faces unique issues as labels negotiate AI use, while concerns rise over creators’ compensation. Regulatory efforts like the No Fakes Act aim to protect artists, contrasting approaches in the U.S., EU, and Asia. Generational divides shape attitudes, with younger artists embracing AI tools, while older creators worry about losing creative skills and rights.

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