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College campus surveillance video took center stage on the second day of the preliminary hearing for the suspect accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.The purpose of the five-day heari
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MORENCI, Ariz. (AZFamily/Gray News) — A worker at an eastern Arizona copper mine died Monday.The worker died after a “haul truck accident” at Freeport-McMoRan’s Morenci mine, according to the company. “Our thoughts and condolences are with the employee’s family, friends and coworkers during this ...
At 95 years old, John Larkin is still showing up to work every day and he wouldn't have it any other way.Larkin, a mechanic known around the shop as "Papa John," spent his 95th birthday at one of his favorite places in the world to work."Papa John is what they call me," Larkin said.The staff at ...
DONELSON, Tenn. (WSMV) - Multiple business owners are working to salvage what they can after a fire tore through a commercial complex Monday morning, leaving tenants uncertain about their next steps.The fire broke out while the units were unoccupied. Crews were able to limit the damage to a singl...
Nashville fire investigators are asking for the public's help identifying a man accused of intentionally setting a fire inside a Walmart on Dickerson Pike last
According to the Metro Nashville Police Department, a seven-month Internet Crimes Against Children Unit investigation led to Tuesday's arrest of Jason Douglas Ford, 34.
BYRDSTOWN, Tenn. (WSMV) - A 72-year-old man in Pickett County entered a guilty plea to the second-degree murder of his wife Theresa Marie Foutch. Johnny Ray Foutch was sentenced to 20 years in custody of the Department of Corrections at 100% day for day, said District Attorney Bryant C. Dunaway. ...
College campus surveillance video took center stage on the second day of the preliminary hearing for the suspect accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.The purpose of the five-day hearing is for the judge to determine if there is enough evidence against suspect Tyler Robinson to pr...
A proposed data center near the Nashville Zoo took another turn Tuesday as DC BLOX and Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell publicly disputed the nature of recent
The Williamson Health board of trustees has unanimously recommended selling the community-owned hospital system to Ascension St. Thomas for a total deal valued at nearly $950 million, a decision that still requires approval from Williamson County commissioners.Board Chair Bo Butler said the board...
Compromise has been key in the latest version. It comes with a 10-cent tax increase, down from the originally proposed 32-cent increase.
A lightning strike sparked the three-alarm fire that tore through the Integra Vistas apartment complex in Hixson, destroying more than 40 units.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - DC Blox, the company that intends to build a data center next to the Nashville Zoo, sent a press release to Metro Councilmembers on Tuesday describing positive “collaborative talks” with the Mayor’s Office. But according to the mayor, that claim was just “wishful thinkin...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Senate Republican leaders say they have spoken individually with Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), who has been hospitalized for three weeks for an undisclosed medical issue.Spokespeople for Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) and Wyoming Sen. John Barrasso, the number-t...
The report, released by Think Tennessee, examines the growing demand for electricity from data centers across the state and its effects on utility bills.
To protect and serve is a universal law enforcement motto. In Dickson County, that isn't just limited to humans.
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ore. (KPTV/Gray News) - A doctor in Oregon is accused of injecting a woman with rubbing alcohol instead of a local anesthetic, according to a lawsuit.According to court documents, Sarah Blackman went to Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center in January to have two ingrown to...
VANCOUVER, British Colombia (AP) — Ruben Vargas converted his penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-3 penalty shootout win over Colombia after a scoreless draw on Tuesday.Switzerland will next face defending champion Argentina on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium in...
Months after being arrested in Guatemala for his connection to a child rape investigation in Nashville, a man has been returned to the United States to face multiple charges, officials announced Tuesday.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Graffiti spray-painted on a silo at a mulch lot off South 5th Street in East Nashville has been up for more than a month, and city officials say it is the property owner’s responsibility to remove it.The tag includes a website URL linked to Patriot Front, a white suprema...
The La Vergne Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote Tuesday evening on whether to continue a contractor agreement with a company called GetResQ911 as the city's 911 dispatch center deals with staffing shortages.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Everyone who jumps in the pool at the Green Hills YMCA is now being watched by more than just lifeguards. The YMCA of Middle Tennessee has added the AngelEye drowning detection system, making it the first YMCA in the country to use this AI-powered technology. How AI drow...
In the mountains of Venezuelas La Guaira state, workers have excavated new trenches at a cemetery to bury hundreds of people killed in the powerful twin earthquakes nearly two weeks ago, even as many of the bodies being laid to rest remain unidentified.CNN observed heavy machinery working at La E...
KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) - A North Carolina man accused of crashing into an ambulance and killing a first responder was allegedly impaired.According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, an ambulance was hit from behind by a Dodge Challenger being driven by 35-year-old Jared Lo...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A nonprofit daycare organization is opening facilities that will offer more than 200 childcare spots combined in Nashville neighborhoods that residents and advocates describe as childcare deserts.Equally Created is renovating a former dollar store on Clifton Avenue in No...
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Two staff members of the U.S. soccer team were suspended by FIFA from Monday’s round of 16 game against Belgium.FIFA did not explain why it imposed the discipline on team manager Sam Zapatka and U.S. Soccer Federation vice president of security Frank Pannell.The USSF di...
A Tennessee program designed to make traffic stops and emergency situations safer is getting renewed attention as state agencies work to raise awareness during Disability Pride Month.
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. (WILX/Gray News) — An entire family of four, including two toddlers, was killed in a crash involving an alleged drunken driver in Michigan.The deadly crash happened on I-75 at around 9 p.m. on July 1.Prosecutors allege Charles Pace, 27, was speeding at more than 90 mph and “...
Clarksville's proposed budget passed its first reading on the fifth attempt Monday night, but it comes with major cuts and tradeoffs including a proposed 11% property tax increase that some council members say is still too high.Mayor Joe Pitts marked the milestone after the vote. "Ordinance 98 p...
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two Fort Campbell soldiers were recognized by the Clarksville Police Department for helping stop an armed suspect inside a Riverside Drive business.According to officials, Sgt. Maisen Temple and Sgt. Jacob Paz were watching a hockey game at the business on May 14 when ...
The City of Lebanon is looking to identify and replace aging pipes that could potentially trap lead particles.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The Atlanta Braves are coming off what might be their worst loss of the season: a 7-6, 10-inning defeat to the Mets on Monday night at Truist Park.A win would have given Atlanta the series victory and some momentum heading into this week’s road trip against the...
Questions remain over what happened after video shows a Clarksville police K-9 bit a suspect who died several days later at the Montgomery County Jail.
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Developers have released new renderings of the planned redevelopment of the former Rivergate Mall site, offering a first look at what the $450 million project will bring to the area.Merus, the developer behind the project, shared images of the design as demolition o...
ANKARA, Turkey (Gray DC) - President Trump arrived in Ankara for a two-day NATO Summit Tuesday where leaders are working to project unity despite divisions over the U.S. war with Iran and the president’s threats to withdraw from the alliance.Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received Trump w...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Walmart partnered with Soccer Forward to host the Soccer Forward Fest at the Magness Potter Community Center, bringing together more than 200 children from various Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee.Children ages 5 to 12 took part in soccer drills and skills stations...
President Donald Trump arrived in Turkey for the NATO Leaders Summit Tuesday, where he praised the summit host while renewing disappointment in alliance members ahead of a summit expected to focus on defense commitments.Trump was greeted by Turkeys President Recep Erdogan a Trump ally in the reg...
A Mississippi teen who went missing during a Fourth of July trip has been found dead, according to officials.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Leading up to this week’s NATO summit here in Ankara, Turkey, tensions have been high between the U.S. and some of America’s NATO allies. Gray Media’s White House correspondent Jon Decker reports, the president is unhappy that NATO has bit stepped up to support America’s wa...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - When the Nashville Predators traded for forward Mavrik Bourque, they followed a part of the plan that new General Manager Chris MacFarland laid out - enhance the center position on the Preds’ roster.Bourque is one of potentially five new centers the Predators acquired th...
Cannonsburgh Village in Murfreesboro is celebrating its 50th anniversary and reopening its Haynes Museum after five years of closures and renovations.Cannonsburgh Village, a pioneer village dedicated to preserving Tennessee's history, was originally created as a bicentennial project when America ...
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