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Here's a look at the top stories to start your Wednesday, December 4

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Here's a look at the top stories to start your day!

Metro Council votes to deny controversial FUSUS surveillance program

Metro Council has voted to deny the controversial FUSUS surveillance program. 20 council members voted for it, but the resolution needed 21 votes to pass.

Transgender rights case lands at Supreme Court amid debate over ban on medical treatments for minors

The Supreme Court is hearing arguments Wednesday in just its second major transgender rights case, which is a challenge to a Tennessee law that bans gender-affirming care for minors.

Former TSU financial aid director claims she was fired because she wouldn't lie for student funds

The former financial director of Tennessee State University is claiming in a new lawsuit against the school she was fired this fall because she wouldn't commit perjury for scholarship money.

Do you have more information about these stories? You can email me at kelly.broderick@newschannel5.com.

Hermitage clinic for disabled patients set to close, cites loss of funding

I'm so thankful Robb Coles highlighted the Kamer Davis clinic in Hermitage and the hardship that may force its closure. The clinic provides care for patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities and there is no other place like it nearby. You can tell the staff is so passionate about the care they provide. I hope by shining the light on this, the right person can step in and make a difference.

- Carrie Sharp