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MOBILE, Ala. ( WALA /Gray News) — Transcripts reveal a call for help was made before police in Alabama said a 47-year-old man killed two of his family members. Crime scene tape surrounded a home on Carolina Court in Mobile on Oct. 12 as investigators canvassed the area. 911 call ...
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Crews rushed out early in the morning after reports came in about a fire at South Water and Coles Ferry.
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What This Story Is About Tennessee election officials are debunking a claim that a poll worker’s administrative marking invalidates a ballot. Why It Matters State officials are urging voters to rely on verified sources as early voting is now underway for the Nov. 3 general electi...
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With unique outfits covering the walls of her studio space, Jaiya Wendell was hard at work making Halloween. "Everything in here is custom pieces," she said, looking around the room. "I'm going to go super over the top and put a lot of love into each design. I'm happiest when I'm...
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As Tennessee’s tougher sentencing rules begin keeping some people in prison longer, lawmakers are asking whether the state has enough beds and..
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A man was injured in a shooting Wednesday night, according to the Metro Nashville Police Department. MNPD responded to the 3000 block of Harlin Drive just before 7 p.m. for reports of a shooting. Officers at the scene told WSMV that a man was injured in ...
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What This Story Is About Bryan Seaver, who is Dolly Parton’s nephew and former chief of security, is denying allegations that he ever sent threatening messages or threatened to destroy the Queen of Country’s legacy. Why It Matters Her estate-management entity, She’s Alive, accuse...
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Russell Brand behaved as a ruthless sexual predator when he assaulted six women over the course of a decade, a prosecutor said Wednesday, as she opened the rape and sexual assault case against the actor-comedian. Brand, 51, has pleaded not guilty to three counts of rape, three co...
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New information has come to light about an armed robbery in Franklin last week that began as a Facebook Marketplace meetup to sell jewelry.
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President Donald Trump showed off the new Air Force One and defended accepting the luxury jet from the Qatari royal family as he campaigned for Republicans Wednesday in an economically struggling corner of rural Arizona. His first substantive comments after he got off the plane t...
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The TVA now has an eye in the sky to help keep the power flowing along its more than 16,000 miles of transmission lines.
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MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. ( WIFR /Gray News) - A former T.J. Maxx worker accused of hiding a camera in the women’s dressing room at the store faces new charges. Jeffrey Wallin, 37, of Loves Park, was charged in March with unauthorized video recording and live video transmission, unlaw...
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Franklin’s annual PumpkinFest will stretch across two days this year for the first time.
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What This Story Is About A 15-year-old girl who was missing is back home with her family in Clarksville. She was last seen Thursday morning getting off a school bus. Why It Matters The family says if they didn’t search for the teen, they believe she would still be missing. What H...
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If you're traveling to or from Nashville International Airport, select riders can now choose whether you want your car to have a driver or not.
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A mom and full-time nursing student is hoping to find her car after it was stolen Monday morning outside of her apartment.
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This November, Tennessee voters will decide whether judges should have the power to deny bail for more serious crimes outside of capital murder.
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What This Story Is About Early voting is underway in Tennessee for the November general election, with candidates campaigning and Davidson County election officials outlining voter requirements. Why It Matters Voters have three weeks to cast ballots in races up and down the ticke...
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Tennesseans will soon be deciding whether judges could deny bail to people accused of dozens of crimes beyond first-degree murder.That question will be on the N...
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(Gray News) - Pope Leo XIV released his first message since undergoing surgery for lung cancer in Rome. “As you know, I have been unable to be among you during these days,” Leo wrote in a statement . “I thank you warmly for your prayers and for the work you have done together. Yo...
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A garage fire on Coles Ferry Road in Gallatin sent burning embers raining down on a nearby animal shelter and woke neighbors with what witnesses described as a loud explosion. Ramon Garcia, who lives across the street, was inside when the fire broke out. "I was inside the room wh...
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What This Story Is About A Paducah, Kentucky, vascular neurologist rode his bike 150 miles to Nashville to mark three years since his leukemia diagnosis. Why It Matters Ashburn’s recovery is tied to a clinical trial using targeted genetic therapy, which doctors say attacks cancer...
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A piece of American history was donated to a Hendersonville thrift store.
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ATLANTA ( ANF /Gray News) — Six Flags Over Georgia is set to reopen on Friday, just four days after a man was killed when he fell off a roller coaster. Six Flags Over Georgia’s website shows the park will reopen Friday. In a statement, the park’s management called safety its “hig...
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What This Story Is About A federal bill intended to promote travel connected to American music and music venues has now become law. Why It Matters Supporters of the act say a national strategy could help attract additional visitors and spending to destinations across the state, f...
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What This Story Is About A Nashville massage therapist was arrested Tuesday night for allegedly raping a client. Why It Matters The victim told police during the massage, he performed oral sex on her and then got on top of her and raped her. What Happens Next Tejada was arrested ...
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Thousands of people are expected to visit Nashville this weekend for homecoming celebrations at Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University, but a major interstate closure could complicate travel plans. The Tennessee Department of Transportation will close Interstate 65 ...
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A bridge on Stewarts Ferry Pike over Suggs Creek in Wilson County is back open after being closed since January for replacement. The closure forced nearby residents like Nick Formosa to add 15 to 20 minutes to trips for commuting and errands. "You had to really plan ahead of time...
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The U.S. Department of Justice has threatened California with possible legal action over what it says are noncitizens believed to have received mail ballots for next months midterm elections. A letter sent Tuesday to Secretary of State Shirley Weber from Trent McCotter, the actin...
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The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into allegations regarding whether a Clarksville lawmaker lives outside of the district he represents....
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ATLANTA ( Atlanta News First /Gray News) — The Georgia Insurance and Fire Safety Commissioner said his office is investigating the death of a man at Six Flags Over Georgia. “Our very professional inspectors have inspected every one of those before the park season even started, an...
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What This Story Is About Nashville’s Greenways and Open Space Commission is highlighting an increase in deaths involving pedestrians and cyclists and calling for additional safety work. Why It Matters The pedestrian/cyclist death toll has already surpassed last year’s total, inte...
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What This Story Is About UT police charged 19-year-old visitor Beckett Edward Nachtman, of New Jersey, with felony vandalism after the Smokey statue outside Gate 21 Plaza was found decapitated on Oct. 10. Why It Matters Smokey is a core symbol of UT tradition outside Neyland Stad...
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Five teenagers were arrested in Nashville after two stolen cars were found by Nashville officers.
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Crush Yard in Brentwood is hosting a Game Day Watch Party where they will have food and drink specials for the Tennessee Titans’ game Sunday, Oct. 18.
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What This Story Is About Early voting started today in Tennessee, with the governor’s race featuring 15 candidates, including Republican Marsha Blackburn, Democrat Jerri Green, and a field of independents. Why It Matters Independent candidates say they face hurdles that major-par...
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ELIZABETHTOWN, N.Y. ( WCAX /Gray News) - A Montreal man was sentenced Wednesday to 25 years to life in prison for killing his 9-year-old daughter and concealing her body in New York. Luciano Frattolin, 45, was convicted by a jury in August for killing his 9-year-old daughter, Mel...
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Ukrainian drones lost some of their speed after restrictions were suddenly imposed on battlefield use of the country's U.S.-made Starlink communication terminals, officials said Wednesday as the capital endured a second consecutive night of missile attacks. At the same time, Ukra...
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Some of the most specialized work at the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is done with the simplest tools. "Very high technology here. It's paper and a piece of charcoal," said Special Agent Forensic Scientist Glen Glenn. Glenn is the artist behind a series of age-progressed por...
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What This Story Is About TWRA’s annual Bat Blitz found several protected or at-risk bat species during a survey in the Fentress County area. Why It Matters Wildlife officials say bat populations have declined in recent years because of threats including white-nose syndrome, a fun...
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SURPRISE, Ariz. ( KPHO /Gray News) — The worst-rated McDonald’s in the country is in Arizona, according to reviews. With an average rating of 1.55 stars on Google , the McDonald’s on North 163rd Avenue in Surprise has the fewest positive reviews. “By far the worst service of any ...
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Autonomous rideshare service rolls out at Nashville International Airport
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What This Story Is About A Mt. Juliet family is honoring their 16-year-old son, Kyler Gatica, who was killed in a crash in Murfreesboro in 2024. Why It Matters Kyler’s parents are turning their grief into a mission to raise awareness about distracted driving and encourage motoris...
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What This Story Is About Tennessee election officials are debunking a social-media claim that a poll worker’s administrative marking automatically invalidates a ballot. Why It Matters The statement comes as early voting is underway for Tennessee’s Nov. 3 general election. State o...
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What This Story Is About Metro Nashville Police detectives recovered five teens and two stolen cars after spotting the vehicles on Tuesday. Why It Matters The Metro Nashville Police Department said Violent Crimes Division detectives began following a 2026 Jeep Compass that was re...
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What This Story Is About Donald Wells, the father of missing Summer Wells, has been charged with domestic assault. Why It Matters Wells and his wife, Candus Bly, are the parents of a young girl who went missing in 2021, putting them at the center of public attention as people fol...
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What This Story Is About A detached garage fire broke out before 6 a.m. Wednesday in Gallatin, prompting a large emergency response. Why It Matters The fire sent debris and embers into neighboring properties, raising immediate safety concerns for nearby residents and businesses. ...
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Sen. Marsha Blackburn, who is running in a gubernatorial race in her state, was blasted for posting an AI video of her dancing to a Kendrick Lamar song....
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More than a year after President Donald Trump deployed National Guard members to begin patrolling the streets of the nation's capital, a federal appeals court on Wednesday opened a hearing on the legality of his action by asking the government if there were any limits on a presid...
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A group of teens were arrested in East Nashville after they were caught traveling in stolen vehicles, officials said.
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Americans under 30 dont vote as much as their older peers, but experts say 1829-year-olds may be a group to watch this election. There are signs Gen Z is motivated to show up to the polls in historically high numbers. "This is personal for a lot of young people, and that's really...
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What This Story Is About Newly released 911 calls document the early response as reports of illness rapidly increased at a Walmart fulfillment center in Lebanon. What Happens Next The Tennessee Department of Health is investigating a possible foodborne illness associated with a m...
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Drivers heading through Nashville this weekend should plan for a full closure of Interstate 65 as crews demolish the Hamilton Avenue bridge deck.
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PRICHARD, Ala. ( WALA /Gray News) - A sanitation worker in Alabama has died after being injured in a road rage shooting in August. The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Clifton Eugene DuBose Jr., 54, died this week after being hospitalized following a shooting on Aug....
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A man was arrested earlier this month for allegedly stabbing a neighbor during an argument at an apartment complex in South Nashville. According to an arrest affidavit, officers with the Metro Nashville Police Department were called to the Greenview Apar...
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( InvestigateTV ) — Managing money is rarely part of the official college curriculum, but WalletHub says one wrong move with fees or credit can cost students more than money — it can set back their credit-building efforts before their careers even begin. John Kiernan, managing ed...
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SHARONVILLE, Ohio ( WXIX /Gray News) - A police lieutenant was indicted Tuesday after he allegedly used Flock camera systems to track a person for personal reasons. Sharonville Police Lt. Walter Cordes, 48, was charged with unauthorized use of a computer, cable, or telecommunicat...
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What This Story Is About Wednesday, October 14, marks two years since the murder of Dr. Alyssa Lokits. Why It Matters Lokits’ death sparked conversations about bringing more safety precautions to Nashville’s greenways. What Happens Next In honor of two years since Lokits’ death, ...
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What This Story Is About The Montgomery County Election Commission is warning the public about a scam regarding disqualifying ballots as early voting begins in Tennessee. Why It Matters This comes just as early voting gets underway in Tennessee . As of Wednesday, Oct. 14, voters ...
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(Gray News) – A woman who went overboard from a cruise ship was rescued after 20 hours in the water, Greek authorities said in a press release . The news release states the woman fell into the water early Friday. A “local emergency plan” was activated and searches began with the ...
