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Montgomery County Officials Warn Residents Of Phone Scam
Jul 24, 2014 12:05 AM EDT
Officials have warned residents in Montgomery County about a phone scam, in which someone poses as a law enforcement officer in an effort to receive money.
Woman Wanted On Robbery, Kidnapping Charges In Columbia
Jul 23, 2014 10:31 PM EDT
Police have asked the public’s help in locating a 25-year-old woman wanted in connection with robbery and kidnapping charges in Maury County.
Jul 23, 2014 10:19 PM EDT
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Rare, Valuable Guitars Stolen From Robertson County Home
Jul 23, 2014 09:41 PM EDT
Guitars valued at thousands of dollars have been stolen from a Robertson County home.
Beretta Says Maryland Gun Law Forcing Relocation To Gallatin
Jul 23, 2014 08:59 PM EDT
The world's oldest firearms manufacturing company had been in Maryland for close to four decades, now Beretta is making a move to Gallatin.
Debate Continues As Walking Horse Celebration Approaches
Jul 23, 2014 08:37 PM EDT
It's a Tennessee tradition that brings in millions of dollars to the mid-state, but could a piece of Washington legislation threaten the future of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration in Shelbyville?
Titans Unveil New Menu Options For Upcoming Season At LP Field
Jul 23, 2014 07:24 PM EDT
The Tennessee Titans have unveiled a new menu, as the team introduced its new hospitality partner for the upcoming season.
16-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In Nashville
Jul 23, 2014 07:22 PM EDT
Police have asked the public’s help in locating a 16-year-old girl, who has been reported missing in Nashville.
Man Convicted Of Putting 10-Year-Old Boy In Closet During Home Invasion
Jul 23, 2014 06:51 PM EDT
One man has been convicted in connection with a home invasion in which a 10-year-old boy was forced into a closet.
Child Airlifted To Hospital After Near-Drowning In Rutherford County
Jul 23, 2014 06:41 PM EDT
A two-year-old boy was airlifted to an area hospital after a near-drowning in Rutherford County.
3-Vehicle Crash Reported On I-65S In Williamson County
Jul 23, 2014 05:39 PM EDT
Police have responded to the scene of a multiple-vehicle crash, involving a semi-truck, on Interstate 65 South in Williamson County.
Groundbreaking Held For New Antioch Area Elementary School
Jul 23, 2014 03:14 PM EDT
After years of discussion and controversy, groundbreaking was held Wednesday morning for a new elementary school in the Antioch area. A few protesters were on hand at the celebration at the property on Smith Springs Road.
Genesis Diamonds Sued Over Pricing
Jul 23, 2014 02:30 PM EDT
A Tennessee jewelry store is being sued after a customer accused them of selling diamonds for more than the jewels are worth.
Appeals Court Upholds Convictions In Oil Scam
Jul 23, 2014 02:26 PM EDT
A federal appeals court has upheld the convictions of two men who ran an oil-and-gas drilling scheme in which investors lost millions of dollars.
Police: Woman Slapped, Threatened To Kill Kroger Employee
Jul 23, 2014 02:23 PM EDT
A Nashville woman has been charged with slapping an employee before waving a gun and threatening to kill her after a dispute at a grocery store.
Lawsuit: State Depriving Residents Of TennCare Coverage
Jul 23, 2014 02:19 PM EDT
A class action lawsuit was filed Wednesday against the state of Tennessee for allegedly failing to provide certain services as required by the federal health care law.
Police Work To Identify Suspects In Church Street Bar Shooting
Jul 23, 2014 01:53 PM EDT
Police want to identify two men they believe were connected to the Friday night shooting outside a bar on Church Street.
McConnell Credited With Helping Save Jobs In Ad
Jul 23, 2014 11:38 AM EDT
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is getting credit for protecting aluminum factory jobs in a TV ad released by his campaign. The ad debuting Wednesday across Kentucky focuses on McConnell's efforts to pass fair trade legislation.
Teacher Slaying Suspect In Court On Assault Charge
Jul 23, 2014 11:36 AM EDT
Prosecutors said a Massachusetts teenager charged with killing his teacher took off his footwear and crouched down as he stalked a worker at a youth detention facility where he was being held before attacking her.
Shoulder, Lane Restrictions In Place Along I-24 In Kentucky
Jul 23, 2014 11:32 AM EDT
Drivers along Interstate 24 in southwestern Kentucky will have to slow down a bit. Shoulder and lane restrictions are in place along the road in Christian County from Exit 86 to mile marker 93 at the Kentucky-Tennessee state line, a distance of about 7 miles.
Nashville Area To Get New Area Code By Spring
Jul 23, 2014 11:26 AM EDT
A growing population and the explosive expansion of the use of hand-held electronic devices has prompted the creation of a new area code for Nashville.
Judge Dismisses Union Suit Against Memphis
Jul 23, 2014 11:20 AM EDT
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit that labor unions filed to challenge the 2011 decision by the city of Memphis to cut employees' wages 4.6 percent.
Convicted Felon Surrenders In Walmart Market Parking Lot Shooting
Jul 23, 2014 11:10 AM EDT
A convicted felon surrendered to police in connection with an alleged drug-related shooting in the Madison Walmart Neighborhood Market parking lot.
Tennessee Signs Out-Of-State Firm For Ads
Jul 23, 2014 11:03 AM EDT
Tennessee officials have signed a five-year, $60 million contract with a Kansas City, Missouri firm to produce the "Made in Tennessee" tourism campaign.
2 Buildings Burn In Murray's Court Square
Jul 23, 2014 10:56 AM EDT
Two buildings in Murray's historic Court Square have caught on fire with firefighters working to control the flames.
THP: SUV Attempted To Cross Median Before I-24 Crash
Jul 23, 2014 10:49 AM EDT
Only minor injuries were reported when a SUV caused a crash involving a tractor trailer hauling bees by illegally crossing the median of Interstate 24 in Montgomery County on Tuesday afternoon.
Cave City Voters Approve Package Liquor Sales
Jul 23, 2014 10:25 AM EDT
Voters in the southern Kentucky town of Cave City have approved package liquor sales in a local option election.
Victim Identified In Fatal Motorcycle Crash On Briley Parkway
Jul 23, 2014 10:24 AM EDT
Police have identified the motorcyclist killed in an overnight crash in the eastbound lanes of Briley Parkway in north Nashville.
Red Cross Issues Urgent Call For Blood, Platelet Donations
Jul 23, 2014 09:41 AM EDT
The American Red Cross has issued an urgent call for donors, saying they have seen an eight percent decrease over the past three months.
Fish And Wildlife Considering Bag Limit Increase
Jul 23, 2014 09:11 AM EDT
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission is meeting next week to consider proposals to increase bag limits in early migratory bird hunting seasons.
Walking Horse Group Forms Advisory Panel
Jul 23, 2014 09:04 AM EDT
The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration has formed a veterinary advisory committee. The three-member panel will be composed of veterinary doctors Jerry H. Johnson, Dallas O. Goble and Phillip D. Hammock.
Elvis' Last Cadillac Going On Auction Block
Jul 23, 2014 09:02 AM EDT
Elvis Presley's last Cadillac is among 72 items being auctioned next month at Graceland during the annual celebration known as Elvis Week.
3-Vehicle Crash Slows Traffic On I-65N At Harding Place
Jul 23, 2014 08:53 AM EDT
Traffic remained slow on Interstate 65 north remained following a crash in south Nashville on Wednesday morning.
Police Arrest Escaped Inmate, 3 Others In Kentucky
Jul 23, 2014 08:40 AM EDT
An escaped inmate has been arrested and three other people have been charged with assisting him in western Kentucky.
Fire Marshal Investigating Suspicious House Fire In Goodlettsville
Jul 23, 2014 07:13 AM EDT
An overnight fire at a home in Goodlettsville has been deemed suspicious by investigators.
NES Using Sound Cannons To Scare Off Roosting Pigeons
Jul 23, 2014 06:16 AM EDT
Nashville Electric Service crews will blast cannons three times per night in an attempt to scare off pigeons roosting at a downtown substation.
Constituents Pack Millennium Maxwell House In Support Of Carr
Jul 22, 2014 11:52 PM EDT
More than 700 constituents packed the Millennium Maxwell House Tuesday night in support of State Representative Joe Carr, as he hopes to pull off an upset in the Republican Primary.
Beshear: Health Rulings Won't Affect Kentucky
Jul 22, 2014 10:50 PM EDT
Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear said rulings Tuesday on President Barack Obama's health care law won't affect enrollees in Kentucky's state-run health exchange.
Police: Man Stole Money From Woman’s Purse At Hospital
Jul 22, 2014 10:35 PM EDT
Police have asked the public’s help in identifying a suspect who allegedly stole money from a woman's purse at a Nashville area hospital.
East Nashville Residents Concerned About New Housing Developments
Jul 22, 2014 10:25 PM EDT
Some residents in East Nashville have expressed concern over the newest housing additions to the area.
TVA Begins Removing Trees From Nashville Neighborhood
Jul 22, 2014 09:49 PM EDT
Residents found out their Davidson County neighborhood would be changing drastically last month and now, the work has begun.
Brown Recluse Spiders Invade Goodlettsville Apartment Units
Jul 22, 2014 07:45 PM EDT
Tenants at a Goodlettsville apartment complex said poisonous brown recluse spiders have invaded their homes, keeping them on edge and unable to relax.
Burned Cross Found Outside Clarksville Church
Jul 22, 2014 05:27 PM EDT
Congregation members of a small church in Montgomery County made a frightening discovery Tuesday morning, after they found a burned cross at the entrance of the church’s parking lot.
Beretta Moving Manufacturing Operation To Gallatin
Jul 22, 2014 04:30 PM EDT
Gun company Beretta USA has decide to move its entire manufacturing operations from Maryland to Sumner County.
Tennessee Vs. West Virginia In Charlotte In 2018
Jul 22, 2014 03:00 PM EDT
West Virginia and Tennessee will open the 2018 college football season at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte.
Possible Listeria Contamination Spurs Recall Of Summer Fruits
Jul 22, 2014 02:23 PM EDT
A produce packing company in Cutler, California, has issued a voluntary recall of a variety of summer produce which may be contaminated with harmful listeria bacteria.
Grimes Jabs McConnell On Jobs Issue In New TV Ad
Jul 22, 2014 01:56 PM EDT
Democratic Senate candidate Alison Lundergan Grimes has released a TV ad featuring an out-of-work Appalachian coal miner who questions Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's commitment to job growth.
Smallest Implantable Heart Monitor Records Cardiac Rhythms
Jul 22, 2014 01:46 PM EDT
A device a fraction of an inch long is providing 83-year-old Thomas Dubois a peace of mind he hasn't had in quite some time. The device, also known as a loop recorder, is implanted in the skin above the heart.
4 Plead Guilty To Fraud Conspiracy
Jul 22, 2014 01:24 PM EDT
Four Kentucky residents have pleaded guilty to conspiring to defraud Lowe's Companies, Inc. by getting store credit accounts, bouncing checks to the accounts and buying merchandise from the stores using the fraudulent accounts.
Deputies Recapture Mistakenly Released Inmate
Jul 22, 2014 01:22 PM EDT
An inmate who was mistakenly released from the Madison County jail has been recaptured.
Judge Resets Trial Date In Child's Death In Clarksville
Jul 22, 2014 01:11 PM EDT
A judge has reset the trial date for a Clarksville woman charged with leaving her 8-month-old daughter alone in a bathtub and causing her death.
TBI: 24-Year-Old Inmate Killed At Northeast Tennessee Prison
Jul 22, 2014 12:54 PM EDT
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into what led up to an inmate being killed at Northeast Correctional Complex in Mountain City.
Y-12 Plant To Keep Protesters At A Distance
Jul 22, 2014 12:48 PM EDT
When protesters show up at the Y-12 nuclear weapons plant in Oak Ridge on August 6, facility security won't be as hospitable as in the past.
Rutherford County Crime Stoppers Line To Be Available 24/7
Jul 22, 2014 12:20 PM EDT
Anonymous tips to authorities can now be made around the clock in Rutherford County. For years, the Crime Stoppers tip line only took calls Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Murfreesboro Police Department Major Clyde Adkison said Monday the line will now take calls 24/7.
Tennessee Gets High Marks In Child Welfare Report
Jul 22, 2014 11:47 AM EDT
The latest national ranking of the well-being of children shows Tennessee is among five states that made the biggest improvement in the last year.
Police In Murfreesboro Investigate Rape Report
Jul 22, 2014 11:36 AM EDT
Police in Murfreesboro are investigating a reported rape.
Former Employee Files Lawsuit Claiming TN Lottery Is Toxic Place To Work
Jul 22, 2014 11:33 AM EDT
There are charges of scandalous conduct from behind-the-scenes at the Tennessee Lottery. A former employee is speaking out and calling it a toxic place to work.
Hit-And-Run Death Now Investigated As Kidnapping, Murder
Jul 22, 2014 11:00 AM EDT
Two people have been charged with kidnapping and killing a Tennessee woman in a case police initially thought was a hit-and-run.
Pastor Avoids Maximum Sentence In Child Porn Case
Jul 22, 2014 10:54 AM EDT
A one-time youth pastor from Shelbyville has been sentenced to three years and four months in federal prison for possessing child pornography.
Loaded Gun Found By TSA Agents At Memphis Airport
Jul 22, 2014 10:44 AM EDT
Transportation Security Administration agents found a loaded gun in a passenger's carry-on bag at Memphis International Airport over the weekend. The TSA said agents working at a security checkpoint found a loaded .40-caliber Smith and Wesson on Sunday morning.
Police Arrest Couple After Stolen TVs Sold At Pawn Shop
Jul 22, 2014 10:34 AM EDT
Police arrested a couple in connection with recent burglaries after several stolen items were pawned at local shops.
Police: Man Left Messages Threatening President, Elected Officials, Law Enforcement
Jul 22, 2014 10:24 AM EDT
Police have arrested a man who they said made threats to kill the president, other elected officials, and members of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.
Tennessee, Kentucky Schools Name On 'Great Colleges To Work For' List
Jul 22, 2014 10:18 AM EDT
Two Tennessee universities have made the "honor roll" of a publication's 2014 list of "Great Colleges To Work For." Three colleges in Kentucky also made the list.
Verizon Hosts Hiring Events To Fill 300 Positions In Mid-State
Jul 22, 2014 10:04 AM EDT
Verizon Wireless will host hiring events Tuesday and Thursday as they work to fill more than 300 positions in the mid-state to support the company’s growth.
Accused Shoplifters Apprehended After Pursuit
Jul 22, 2014 09:02 AM EDT
Two men caught shoplifting by a Hendersonville police officer were taken into custody in Nashville following a pursuit on Monday afternoon.
3 Men Accused Of Kidnapping, Assaulting Couple In DeKalb County
Jul 22, 2014 08:23 AM EDT
Three men have been taken into custody for allegedly kidnapping and beating a couple with an ax handle.
Police: Hopkinsville Man Dies After Fall From Pilot Rock
Jul 22, 2014 08:11 AM EDT
Kentucky State Police troopers are investigating the death of a man who fell from Pilot Rock near Elkton.
31-Year-Old Woman Wanted For Burglary, Theft In Franklin
Jul 22, 2014 07:41 AM EDT
Police in Franklin want to find a 31-year-old woman wanted for aggravated burglary and theft.
Woman, 6-Year-Old Boy Injured In Shooting
Jul 22, 2014 07:04 AM EDT
A woman and 6-year-old boy were struck by gunfire south of downtown Nashville on Monday night.
One Year Since Brentwood Hiker Disappeared in Maine
Jul 22, 2014 06:43 AM EDT
It's been one year since a Tennessee woman disappeared while hiking the Appalachian Trail in Maine, and her whereabouts remain a mystery.
Nashville Sounds Make Greer Stadium Peanut Free For One Night
Jul 22, 2014 06:20 AM EDT
Peanuts are synonymous with baseball, but they were missing from Monday night’s Nashville Sounds game at Greer Stadium.It was the second annual "Peanut-Free" night at the stadium.
Muslim Candidate Says Opponent's Letter Crossed Line
Jul 22, 2014 06:16 AM EDT
One mid-state race is getting a lot attention after a Muslim candidate spoke out about claims his opponent is making.
Sumner County's Oldest Building Reopens With Celebration
Jul 22, 2014 12:17 AM EDT
At an event 224-years in the making, one of Sumner County's oldest buildings came to life, Monday night, like it never has before.
Rollover Crash Shuts Down Section Of Interstate 40
Jul 21, 2014 10:35 PM EDT
A rollover crash on Interstate 40 caused part of the road to close Monday evening.The accident, which involved several vehicles, occurred in the eastbound lanes at mile marker 215 which is near Briley parkway.
Hundreds of Jobs Leaving Dekalb County
Jul 21, 2014 08:43 PM EDT
Hundreds of jobs are being lost in Dekalb County.One of the area's biggest nurseries is closing part of it's business in Smithville.
Families Start Petition Against Interstate Expansion Into Cemetery
Jul 21, 2014 08:29 PM EDT
Some residents in Columbia say a Tennessee Department of Transportation proposal would not allow their loved ones to rest in peace.
Family Of Man Killed In Utility Vehicle Crash Speaks Out
Jul 21, 2014 06:19 PM EDT
The family of a man killed in an off-road vehicle crash last week has spoken out as they try to deal with their loss.
Police: Man Tried To Run Over Officer In Krispy Kreme Parking Lot
Jul 21, 2014 02:52 PM EDT
A 50-year-old man was arrested on multiple charges after he allegedly tried to run down a police officer in the parking lot of Nashville Krispy Kreme.
Nashville Sounds Host 'Peanut Free' Game Monday
Jul 21, 2014 02:30 PM EDT
The Sounds' staff has spent several days scrubbing nearly 10,000 seats at Greer Stadium in preparation for a "Peanut Free" game Monday night. First pitch will be at 7:05 p.m. against the Colorado Springs Sky Sox.
Former Nolensville Police Officer Charged With Misconduct
Jul 21, 2014 02:29 PM EDT
A former Nolensville Police officer has been indicted following an investigation into alleged misconduct.
Flooding Closes MTSU’s James Union Building
Jul 21, 2014 01:47 PM EDT
Flooding has forced the closure of the James Union Building on the Middle Tennessee State University campus.
Battle Of Franklin Flag Losing Fight With Time
Jul 21, 2014 01:45 PM EDT
Time is defeating a flag that last flew 150 years ago during the Battle of Franklin and donors are trying to come to its rescue.
Knoxville Mowing Crew Finds Hand Grenade In Grass
Jul 21, 2014 12:07 PM EDT
Knoxville police said a mowing crew found what appeared to be live hand grenade tucked away in some grass while cleaning.
Police Investigating Shooting Death In Jackson
Jul 21, 2014 11:46 AM EDT
Police in Jackson are investigating a homicide after a man was shot to death after answering a knock at his door.
Warlick Seeking Better Finish From Lady Vols
Jul 21, 2014 11:36 AM EDT
Tennessee coach Holly Warlick believes improving her team's toughness can keep the Lady Vols from peaking too early for a second straight season.
Christian County Judge Calling In Jury Duty No-Shows
Jul 21, 2014 10:48 AM EDT
A state judge in southwestern Kentucky is calling in people who failed to show up for jury duty and threatening to issue a warrant for anyone who misses without a valid reason.
Nashville Airport Sets Record With 10.6 Million Passengers
Jul 21, 2014 10:20 AM EDT
Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority officials said the facility handled more than 10.6 million passengers in the 2014 fiscal year, marking a record for the airport.
Verizon Wireless Bringing Hundreds Of New Jobs To Mid-State
Jul 21, 2014 09:41 AM EDT
Verizon Wireless plans to bring more than 300 new jobs to the Nashville area. The company will host two job fairs this week for interested candidates.
Motorcyclist Killed In Murfreesboro Crash
Jul 21, 2014 09:39 AM EDT
A motorcyclist died in a late night crash in Murfreesboro.
Police: 2 Charged In Meth-Related Explosion, Fire Tried To Dispose Of Evidence
Jul 21, 2014 09:36 AM EDT
Authorities said the two people accused in a meth-related explosion and fire that displaced 75 people at a Madison apartment complex tried to dispose of some of the evidence.
Murray State Designates Gender Neutral Restrooms
Jul 21, 2014 09:34 AM EDT
Murray State University has designated three single-person restrooms as gender neutral restrooms available to any person regardless of gender identity or expression.
Police: Man Killed Teen, Shot Woman, Killed Self
Jul 21, 2014 09:28 AM EDT
Kentucky State Police said a man shot and killed a teenage girl, injured a woman then turned the weapon on himself before the shooting spree ended.
Fort Campbell Soldier Charged With Sexual Battery
Jul 21, 2014 09:24 AM EDT
A Fort Campbell soldier has been charged with sexual battery after police said he acted sexually aggressive toward a woman.
University Of Tennessee Students Cycling Across Country
Jul 21, 2014 09:12 AM EDT
A group of University of Tennessee students has traveled nearly 3,000 miles by bicycle to draw attention to the issue of human trafficking, and they have just a few more days to go.
Tennesseans Have Until August 1 To File DRAM Claims
Jul 21, 2014 09:07 AM EDT
Tennesseans who purchased the memory storage component installed in most electronic devices known as Dynamic Random Access Memory have until August 1 to participate in a $310 million settlement.
Smokies Visitors Spent More Than $734M In 2013
Jul 21, 2014 09:00 AM EDT
The National Park Service said the Great Smoky Mountains National Park received more than 9,000,000 visitors in 2013 who spent more than $734 million in communities near the park.
Police: Man Attacked Daughter Over Unpaid Rent
Jul 21, 2014 08:52 AM EDT
A man was arrested over the weekend for allegedly attacking his own daughter over unpaid rent.
Hummingbirds Coming To Land Between Lakes
Jul 21, 2014 08:21 AM EDT
Tiny, fluttering hummingbirds are returning to Kentucky, and Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area's annual Hummingbird Festival offers a chance to learn more about the birds and see scores of them feeding.
Man Arrested In Killing Of Kentucky Taxi Driver
Jul 21, 2014 08:05 AM EDT
Authorities said a man has been arrested in New York in the killing of a Kentucky taxi driver. The Oldham County Police Department said 27-year-old Miles J. Matthews was arrested Sunday in Watertown, New York.
2 Kids Taken To Hospital After South Nashville Crash
Jul 21, 2014 07:47 AM EDT
Two children were taken to the hospital after a bad crash in south Nashville on Sunday night.
Game Show Puts Nashville In National Spotlight
Jul 21, 2014 07:10 AM EDT
A new game show being filmed in Music City is giving people a chance to win a growing jackpot. Game Show Network has set up shop in Nashville for the taping of its new game show called "The Line."
McGavock Baseball Team Closer To Replacing Burned Down Concession Stand
Jul 21, 2014 06:25 AM EDT
The McGavock High School Baseball team is one step closer to getting a brand new concession stand. Their old one burned down last week in a case of arson, according to investigators.
Residents Outraged After Meth Lab Fire Destroys Apartments
Jul 20, 2014 05:57 PM EDT
Residents of a Madison apartment complex displaced by a fast-moving, explosive fire on Saturday say they're being ignored by their management company.
Four People Wanted In Early Morning Shooting In Antioch
Jul 20, 2014 05:26 PM EDT
Metro Police are searching for four people involved in an shooting early Sunday morning that left a teenager injured.
Two Teens Arrested For Trying To Rob Woman Leaving East Nashville Restaurant
Jul 20, 2014 05:02 PM EDT
Two teenagers have been arrested for attacking two women and trying to steal one of their purses as they left an East Nashville restaurant Saturday night.
$530 Million Spent At Tennessee National Parks In 2013
Jul 20, 2014 04:02 PM EDT
A report shows more than 8 million people visited Tennessee's national parks last year, spending $530 million in the process.
2 Monroe County Inmates Steal Truck, Escape
Jul 20, 2014 03:53 PM EDT
Authorities say two Monroe County jail inmates stole a vehicle and escaped from a work detail.
Jul 20, 2014 07:49 AM EDT
Much Cooler Air, but Not for Much Longer..
Deputy ‘Bubba’ Johnson Remembered In Montgomery Co.
Jul 19, 2014 11:43 PM EDT
Hundreds came out in Montgomery County Saturday to remember fallen Deputy David “Bubba” Johnson.
WWII Veteran Honored 60 Years After Service
Jul 19, 2014 11:31 PM EDT
A Veteran in Henry County has received his much deserved medals more than 60 years after serving our country during World War II.
Residents Displaced By Fire At Madison Apartment Complex
Jul 19, 2014 11:04 PM EDT
Several residents have been displaced after a fire broke out inside an apartment complex in Madison.
Clinic Help Kids With Back-To-School Health Needs
Jul 19, 2014 10:29 PM EDT
A local health service provider has stepped in to help parents and their children with their immunization needs before the new school year.
Officials Remove Crashed Semi From I-24W Near Manchester
Jul 19, 2014 10:18 PM EDT
Westbound lanes of Interstate 24 were closed in Coffee County while officials worked to remove a crashed semi-truck from the roadway.
Carroll Lake Closes For Fishing Until 2017
Jul 19, 2014 09:43 PM EDT
Tennessee wildlife officials have drained Carroll Lake in western Tennessee to conduct repairs on the spillway gates to the dam holding back water after a rupture.
2 Indicted In TBI SNAP Fraud Case
Jul 19, 2014 06:58 PM EDT
Two people, including a former DHS worker, have been indicted by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation on fraud charges.
McCarthy Makes Pitch For GOP-Run Senate
Jul 19, 2014 06:29 PM EDT
The new U.S. House majority leader says the congressional logjam would be broken if Republicans win control of the Senate.
Memphis Fire: Kids Playing With Lighter Start Fire
Jul 19, 2014 05:44 PM EDT
Memphis firefighters said an apartment fire started when three small children were playing with a cigarette lighter in the bedroom.
23-Year-Old Man Killed In I-65 Crash In Goodlettsville
Jul 19, 2014 04:53 PM EDT
A 23-year-old man was killed in an early morning crash on Interstate 65 in Goodlettsville.
Suspect Sought In Triple Shooting Outside Church Street Bar
Jul 19, 2014 03:45 PM EDT
Police have asked the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a triple shooting outside a Nashville bar.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Needs Hundreds Of New Mentors
Jul 19, 2014 12:10 AM EDT
Leaders at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee are looking for hundreds of new mentors before school starts back up.
Semi Loaded With Ice Cream Drives Off Embankment On I-40
Jul 18, 2014 11:57 PM EDT
A driver of a semi-truck carrying ice cream was not seriously injured when his vehicle drove off a steep embankment on Interstate 40 in Dickson County.
Murfreesboro’s First Female Firefighter Retires
Jul 18, 2014 11:27 PM EDT
The Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Department's first female firefighter is retiring after 32 years of service.
You Can Help Police Officers with Doughnuts
Jul 18, 2014 11:19 PM EDT
Police officers have long been synonymous with doughnuts. For the next two weeks, those doughnuts could help police departments in Middle Tennessee.
Davidson County To Implement ‘Decals On Demand’
Jul 18, 2014 10:43 PM EDT
A major change has been announced for residents who receive their license and registration in Davidson County.
Metro Police Warn Nashville Residents Of Phone Scam
Jul 18, 2014 10:16 PM EDT
Police have issued a warning to Nashville residents about a new phone scam, involving someone posing an officer.
FedEx Considering Opening Operation In Mt. Juliet
Jul 18, 2014 09:32 PM EDT
Two major corporations have considered building new operation centers in Wilson County and many residents said they’re open to the idea of more possibilities.
Road Projects Stalled While Senate Debates Highway Trust Fund
Jul 18, 2014 09:18 PM EDT
A vote has been scheduled in Congress next week to replenish the Federal Highway Trust Fund. As a result, the Tennessee Department of Transportation can’t begin any new road projects until next year.
Mt. Juliet Police Department Opens New Headquarters
Jul 18, 2014 07:28 PM EDT
One of the fastest growing cities in Tennessee has taken a big step to help keep the community safe.
Jul 18, 2014 06:50 PM EDT
Yogurt continues to grow in popularity. Sales now top 7 billion dollars a year. A lot of the latest growth is propelled by Greek-style yogurt. Most yogurts are nutritious and a good source of calcium. Greek yogurt has even more protein and that’s part of the appeal.
5 Wanted For Nordstrom Department Store Theft
Jul 18, 2014 05:10 PM EDT
Police have asked the public’s help in identifying five suspects wanted for stealing more than $10,000 in merchandise from a high end department store in the Green Hills area.
Ex-QB Ainge Cleared Of All Charges From DUI Arrest
Jul 18, 2014 04:06 PM EDT
Former New York Jets and Tennessee Vols quarterback Erik Ainge has all charges against him from a DUI arrest from last summer dropped.
Inmate Work Crew Suspended Over Medical Concerns
Jul 18, 2014 03:20 PM EDT
A south-central Tennessee sheriff has temporarily suspended the use of an inmate work crew by a city because of a disagreement over medical expenses.
Shipping Company Sues Over Lost Diapers
Jul 18, 2014 02:14 PM EDT
Chattanooga-based U.S. Xpress Enterprises is suing a freight company over 3,500 boxes of diapers on 40 shrink-wrapped pallets that were lost during transit.
Crews Respond To House Fire, Reports Of Person Trapped
Jul 18, 2014 02:03 PM EDT
Firefighters were called to a home in Davidson County after reports of a fire and someone possible trapped inside.
Man Faces Multiple Charges After Short Vehicle Pursuit
Jul 18, 2014 11:41 AM EDT
A high speed chase took police and the man they were after through a small neighborhood near the airport.
Nashville Police Investigating Alleged Push Poll
Jul 18, 2014 10:13 AM EDT
Nashville police are attempting to track down who or what organization has been making calls pretending to be the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and conducting a push poll in a school board race.
School Accidentally Gives Out Info On All Students
Jul 18, 2014 10:10 AM EDT
An eastern Tennessee parent got more than a copy of their child's report card from the school system. The parent got personal information on all students.
Official: Manual Being Written For Spillway
Jul 18, 2014 10:03 AM EDT
A Tennessee wildlife official says an operating manual is being drawn up for a new spillway on Reelfoot Lake before operation of the project is turned over to the federal government.
Jail To Move Inmates For Electrical Repairs
Jul 18, 2014 09:58 AM EDT
An eastern Tennessee jail is emptying its cells after several inmates were shocked because of electrical problems.
Ex-Soldier, Woman Sentenced In Death Of child
Jul 18, 2014 09:56 AM EDT
A former Fort Campbell soldier and a Tennessee woman have been sentenced life in prison after being convicted of beating to death a toddler.
Bowling Green Airport Hoping To Attract Commercial Service
Jul 18, 2014 09:35 AM EDT
Bowling Green's airport is on track to get $750,000 from state government to aide its effort to attract a commercial air service.
Early Voting Underway Friday For Tennessee Primary
Jul 18, 2014 09:27 AM EDT
Early voting is getting underway for Tennessee's primary election that features tea party-style challenges to Lamar Alexander's bid for the Republican nomination to a third term in the U.S. Senate.
Health Department Seeking Input On State Health Plan
Jul 18, 2014 09:24 AM EDT
The Tennessee Department of Health is seeking public input on the State Health Plan.
Save Printers Alley Facebook Page Gains Support
Jul 17, 2014 11:58 PM EDT
News that a boutique hotel may be moving into Printers Alley in downtown Nashville has business owners and loyal customers fighting back.
Convicted Felon Wanted In Connection With 2 Shootings
Jul 17, 2014 11:58 PM EDT
Warrants have been issued for a convicted felon who is wanted in connection with two shootings, including one early Thursday morning in North Nashville.
Nashville VA Sets Up ‘Care Team’ To Help Veteran
Jul 17, 2014 11:55 PM EDT
The VA Hospital in Nashville has set up a care team to help a veteran who has not been able to eat solid food for years after a botched surgery to lower his blood pressure.
Tennessee Unemployment Rate Sees Increase
Jul 17, 2014 11:45 PM EDT
The number of unemployed workers in Tennessee increased during the month of June, according to a new report.
Tennessee Early Voting Begins Friday
Jul 17, 2014 11:38 PM EDT
Friday marks the start of early voting for the August statewide primary.
Clinics Face Prospect Of Closures As Health Care Debate Continues
Jul 17, 2014 09:51 PM EDT
Millions of people without health insurance could be facing a tough year if a multi-million federal fund is not renewed.
Report: FBI Quizzing People About Meningitis Outbreak
Jul 17, 2014 09:05 PM EDT
FBI agents have been interviewing Tennessee residents sickened or widowed by fungal meningitis as part of a criminal probe into the outbreak that sickened 751 people nationwide with 64 deaths.
New Autism School To Open In Nashville
Jul 17, 2014 07:18 PM EDT
People always talk about the statistic that has increased dramatically over the last decade. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 68 children have some form of autism.
2 Arrested In 'Meth-By-Mail' Operation
Jul 17, 2014 06:59 PM EDT
Two people have been arrested in an alleged “meth-by-mail” operation.
Hundreds Turn Out For NewsChannel 5 Career Expo
Jul 17, 2014 06:40 PM EDT
Hundreds of job seekers turned out Thursday morning for the sixth annual NewsChannel 5 Career Expo at Lipscomb University.
Titans' Lewan To Go To Trial In Fan-Punching Case
Jul 17, 2014 05:48 PM EDT
Taylor Lewan of the Tennessee Titans is headed for a jury trial in October.
Person Bitten By Potentially Rabid Bat In Montgomery Co.
Jul 17, 2014 05:21 PM EDT
A person in Montgomery County has received preventative rabies treatment after being bitten by a bat that tested positive for rabies.
Police Say No Foul Play In Jackson YMCA Drowning
Jul 17, 2014 05:19 PM EDT
Authorities say no foul play was involved in the drowning of a man at the YMCA in Jackson.
Police: Shooting Victim Lied About Attempted Robbery
Jul 17, 2014 05:17 PM EDT
Police in Nashville said a 19-year-old man, who claimed he was shot during an attempted robbery at an apartment complex in Antioch, lied about the incident.
Police Want To Identify Serial Laundromat Burglar
Jul 17, 2014 03:15 PM EDT
Police want to identify the man who has repeatedly broken into a west Nashville Laundromat.
Vanderbilt, Houston Announce Football Series
Jul 17, 2014 02:59 PM EDT
The Vanderbilt Commodores will play a home-and-home series with Houston in football starting in 2015. The schools announced the deal Thursday.
AD Wants More Titles At Vandy, Football Included
Jul 17, 2014 02:57 PM EDT
Baseball coach Tim Corbin and his Commodores have set a new bar at Vanderbilt by winning the school's second national title last month at the College World Series. Now athletic director David Williams wants to know who's next.
Hubbs Glad He's Still With Tennessee Basketball
Jul 17, 2014 02:55 PM EDT
Robert Hubbs III believes he made the right decision to remain at Tennessee after a tumultuous freshman year that featured a season-ending shoulder injury and the departure of his coach and two close friends.Now he wants to live up to the acclaim that came with the former five-star recruit's arrival on campus.
Jarnigan Selected As Neyland Stadium PA Announcer
Jul 17, 2014 02:49 PM EDT
Tennessee has hired Jeff Jarnigan as Neyland Stadium's public address announcer following the April death of Bobby Denton, who filled that role for the last 48 years.
Non-Critical Injuries In Head-On Crash In Mt. Juliet
Jul 17, 2014 02:31 PM EDT
The eastbound lanes of Lebanon Road in Mt. Juliet have been reopened following a head-on crash.
Tourism Department Presents New Tennessee Logo
Jul 17, 2014 02:20 PM EDT
Tennessee's tourism agency has a new logo and ad campaign aimed to spark travelers' interest in a vacation that can only be made in Tennessee.
Man Seeks To Remove Judge In Kentucky Cold Case
Jul 17, 2014 02:17 PM EDT
A former Oak Grove police officer charged with two counts of murder wants the judge presiding over his case to recuse himself citing a possible conflict of interest.
TBI Charges 3 In Athens July 4th Slaying
Jul 17, 2014 02:07 PM EDT
Three people have been arrested and charged with killing a 20-year-old man and burglarizing a home in Athens earlier this month.
Roane County Putting 'In God We Trust' On Courthouse
Jul 17, 2014 01:31 PM EDT
A Tennessee county is putting the words "In God We Trust" around the county courthouse.
30-Year-Old Woman Killed When Car Strikes Tree In West Meade
Jul 17, 2014 01:17 PM EDT
A 30-year-old woman was killed when her car struck a tree in the West Meade area of Nashville on Thursday morning.
Franklin Man In Custody For Allegedly Kidnapping Girlfriend
Jul 17, 2014 12:47 PM EDT
Police in Franklin said a 21-year-old man has been taken into custody for allegedly kidnapping his girlfriend Tuesday evening.
22-Year-Old Man Wanted In North Nashville Shooting
Jul 17, 2014 12:32 PM EDT
Police have issued an arrest warrant for a 22-year-old man wanted in connection with a shooting in north Nashville on Wednesday night.
MNPS Hosts Summer Graduation Ceremony
Jul 17, 2014 11:31 AM EDT
More than 75 high school students in Nashville officially graduated on Wednesday. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools held the special summer graduation ceremony at the Global Event Center in Antioch.
2 Manchester Hospitals Working On Merger
Jul 17, 2014 11:22 AM EDT
The two hospitals in Manchester that are less than three miles apart may merge.
State Officials Celebrate Widening Of Mack Hatcher Parkway
Jul 17, 2014 11:17 AM EDT
State officials have celebrated the opening of the newly widened Mack Hatcher Parkway in Franklin. Governor Bill Haslam and State Transportation Commissioner John Schroer were among those on hand to cut the ribbon on Wednesday.
Jul 17, 2014 10:22 AM EDT
Get the results of the Metro Health Department's latest inspections.
Jul 17, 2014 10:13 AM EDT
Middle Tennessee Construction: July 17
Not Guilty Plea In Death Of Johnny Cash's Great-Niece
Jul 17, 2014 09:52 AM EDT
A Tennessee man has pleaded not guilty to killing country music legend Johnny Cash's great-niece in March.
Man Breaks Window To Rescue Victim From Burning Car
Jul 17, 2014 09:45 AM EDT
A man was rescued from a burning car after a multiple-car collision on Interstate 65 not far from the Metro Center.
2 Tennessee Women Float From Georgia To South Carolina Island
Jul 17, 2014 09:38 AM EDT
Two Tennessee women are safe after a storm blew their paddleboards from a Georgia island to a South Carolina island.
Tipton County Man Charged In Wife's Shooting Death
Jul 17, 2014 09:33 AM EDT
Authorities said a Tipton County man has been charged in the fatal shooting of his wife.
Program On Climate Change Set At Adventure Science Center
Jul 17, 2014 09:24 AM EDT
The Adventure Science Center in Nashville is offering a program on climate change Thursday night in a casual setting with a scientist from Austin Peay State University.
Brief Standoff Ends Peacefully In Clarksville
Jul 17, 2014 09:06 AM EDT
A brief standoff with police in Clarksville ended peacefully on Wednesday night.
74-Year-Old Boater Dies Following Rescue From Percy Priest Lake
Jul 17, 2014 08:53 AM EDT
A 74-year-old boater has died after being rescued from Percy Priest Lake on Wednesday morning.
Convicted Felon, Girlfriend Charged In Heroin Investigation
Jul 17, 2014 08:47 AM EDT
A convicted felon and his girlfriend have been arrested after detectives discovered heroin at their south Nashville home.
NewsChannel 5's 6th Annual Career Expo
Jul 17, 2014 08:07 AM EDT
NewsChannel 5, the Nashville Chamber, and Lipscomb University have partnered together to present the 6th Annual Career Expo on Thursday, July 17 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Identities Released Of 8 Arrested In Thompson's Station Meth Bust
Jul 17, 2014 06:16 AM EDT
The identities have been released of eight suspects arrested after officials uncovered an active meth lab at a home in Thompson’s Station.