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Here's a look at the top stories to start your Friday, February 7

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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.

Antioch High teachers speak out: Demand accountability after shooting

It's been two weeks since a student opened fire inside Antioch High School, killing 16-year-old Dayana Escalante.

Now, for the first time, we are hearing from three of the teachers inside the school that day.

Holocaust survivor offers powerful history lesson

It's been 80 years since the liberation of the notorious Auschwitz concentration camp in Poland. The anniversary was marked this past week with International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

That's also when a special guest visited some local high schools -- with an important message about history.

Former GOP operative signals he may be indicted for online attacks on House Speaker Cameron Sexton

A former Republican operative said federal prosecutors may indict him for cyberstalking in conjunction with online attacks aimed at Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton.

Tenn. mom invites son's organ recipients to do his favorite activity, dance

Here’s a beautiful story of how one mother turned her grief journey into a gathering of gratitude… and organ donation awareness.

Robb Coles highlights a special event organized by Cari Hollis – whose 26-year old son Austin died two years ago. Austin agreed to be an organ donor – and that single gesture saved multiple lives.

Cari reached out to as many recipients she could find – several of whom traveled to Nashville for an emotional celebration in Austin’s honor. One woman – whose life was saved by receiving Austin’s lungs – put it simply: “He’s my angel”.

- Rhori Johnston