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Starbucks to close 250 stores in North America this week in 2nd wave of closings

Starbucks plans to close 250 North American stores later this week. It is the second big round of store closures under Starbucks Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol, who joined the company in 2024. Last September, Starbucks closed 627 stores in North America and Europe and laid off 900...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 24, 2026

A dry stretch into the weekend, fall-like before the heat returns

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — After a cloudy past few days, skies will clear going into tonight. Seasonal temperatures are in store for this weekend before the heat returns. Clear skies will allow temperatures to cool into the upper 50s and lower 60s. Some patchy dense fog may form F...

WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)Sep 24, 2026

Judge orders Trump White House to restore CNN, MS Now, Politico access

A federal judge ruled early Thursday that the Trump administration must immediately restore access to multiple media outlets that were barred from White House coverage while a lawsuit plays out. In a ruling from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, Judge Timothy ...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 24, 2026

Dalts Will Be Demoed, Rebuilt

City permits open window for extensive restaurant construction under new ownership

Nashville Scene (alt-weekly)Sep 23, 2026

East Bank hotel won’t be ready for Nashville’s 2030 Super Bowl

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A planned 600-room hotel on Nashville’s East Bank isn't expected to open before the city hosts the 2030 Super Bowl, putting construction next to the new Nissan Stadium during one of the city’s biggest events. The Fallon Company, Metro’s master developer ...

WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)Sep 23, 2026

Aldi is lowering prices for fall. Here’s what’s cheaper

(Gray News) - Aldi is lowering prices on about a third of the products it regularly stocks. The grocery chain says the cuts are already underway and will run through at least Nov. 3 at stores nationwide. Aldi estimates the price reductions will save customers about $86 million. “...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 23, 2026

Starbucks plans store upgrades across Nashville through 2027. Here’s what to know

What This Story Is About Starbucks is rolling out café upgrades at company-operated locations across Nashville as part of its “Back to Starbucks” strategy. Why It Matters The company said the redesigns are intended to create more welcoming neighborhood gathering places with addit...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 23, 2026

Taylor Swift announces deluxe ‘Life of a Showgirl’ album with four new songs

(Gray News) — That’s show business, baby! On Wednesday, Taylor Swift announced she will be releasing a deluxe version of her hit album “The Life of a Showgirl.” The album, titled “The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore,” includes four new songs. It will be available to stream Friday....

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 23, 2026

New lien filed against Musk-linked data center in Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Another company has filed a lien against MZX Tech LLC, a subsidiary of SpaceXAI, claiming it was not paid for work performed at a data center in Whitehaven. Ferguson Enterprises LLC, a Virginia-based company, says it is owed $4.2 million for construction at...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 23, 2026

White House claims national security concerns behind press access ban

The Trump administration has formally responded to a lawsuit filed by three major news organizations, saying a recent ban on reporters at the White House stems from national security concerns. CNN, MSNBC and Politico are suing the administration in an effort to restore their Whit...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 23, 2026

Peloton is releasing its cheapest treadmill yet as it bets on running for a turnaround

Peloton is launching its cheapest treadmill yet, in the hope that runnings surging popularity will spur sales. The fitness equipment maker announced Tuesday it will soon release a $2,195 treadmill called the Tread Flex. Thats about $1,000 cheaper than its current lineup, and also...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 22, 2026

Montgomery County proposes first data center-specific zoning rules

Montgomery County leaders are considering new zoning regulations for data centers after a major technology company recently explored building a large facility in the county before the project ultimately didn't move forward. WATCH: Montgomery County proposes first data center-spec...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 22, 2026

Honesty over cash

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Sak Yiengjuntuek was going through this cabinet when he found a wad of cash inside a sunglass case. It wasn’t just a couple bucks, it was $12,000. He knew it belonged to the man who sold him the restaurant. He reached out, but the number was disconnected Th...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 22, 2026

Despite AI boom, consumers remain wary of using it to shop

Heading into a major shopping season, you might expect consumers to be leaning on artificial intelligence. The reality is more complicated. A recent survey found that many customers still have concerns about the technology. Just 43% of consumers said they believe AI will make hol...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 22, 2026

This historic cafe is Route 66’s oldest continuously operating restaurant

LITCHFIELD, Ill. ( InvestigateTV ) - Nicknamed the Mother Road, Route 66 celebrated 100 years in 2026. One of the original highways, its diagonal course from Chicago to Los Angeles linked hundreds of rural communities. After the second World War, tourists flocked to destinations ...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 22, 2026

Workers should brace for biggest health insurance cost jump in decades

Employers are bracing for double-digit increases in healthcare costs, and small businesses could face the biggest squeeze. A new survey from consulting firm Marsh shows employers expect health benefit costs to rise 8.2% per employee in 2027 the highest increase since 2003. Withou...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 22, 2026

The Boring Company buys Nashville property for $7 million. Here’s what we know

What This Story Is About A Nevada limited liability company connected to The Boring Company has purchased commercial property along Murfreesboro Pike for $7 million, according to a newly recorded Davidson County deed. Why It Matters The property sits along the planned route of th...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 21, 2026

Squirrel blamed for another power outage in Middle Tennessee, power company says

What This Story Is About Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation said power has been restored after an outage affected the Shady Grove area of Montgomery County. Why It Matters CEMC said a squirrel got into equipment at a substation, causing the outage. What Happens Next Power...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 21, 2026

Homeowners are overpaying thousands on mortgages, analysis finds

( InvestigateTV ) — The typical homeowner could be leaving thousands of dollars on the table each year simply by not shopping around for a better mortgage rate, according to a new Bankrate analysis. The gap is being described as a “hidden homeownership tax,” and it affects some f...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 21, 2026

Paramount reportedly reaches deal to settle case challenging Warner buyout

Skydance-owned Paramount reached a settlement Monday with a group of state attorneys general that had sued to challenge the companys buyout of Warner Bros. Discovery, effectively paving the way for the mega merger to move forward, a person familiar with the matter told the AP. Th...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 21, 2026

Power outage affecting about 1,500 customers in Cross Plains during scorching heat

What This Story Is About Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation crews are working to restore power after an outage affected about 1,500 members in the Cross Plains area. Why It Matters The cause of the outage was not immediately known. What Happens Next CEMC said crews are wo...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 18, 2026

Michael Ponce of Ponce Law speaks on subrogation

Sponsored - The following content is created on behalf of Ponce Law and does not reflect the opinions of Gray Media or its editorial staff. To learn more about Ponce Law, visit poncelaw.com . What is subrogation? Subrogation is a legal right that allows an insurance company or be...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 18, 2026

What clean eating really means

( Aging Untold ) — The term “clean eating” gets thrown around a lot, but it’s not about pricey health food stores or perfect diets. We are breaking down what clean eating actually means, why frozen and canned vegetables still count and how small swaps can help your body work with...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 18, 2026

Toys ‘R’ Us comeback: Retailer opening 120 new stores this holiday season

Toys R Us is opening 120 new standalone stores across the country this holiday season as the toy retailer continues to expand its U.S. presence. The new locations will bring the total number of Toys R Us stores in the U.S. to 160. This is a major moment for Toys R Us as we signif...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 18, 2026

Four generations of family keep this chocolate business sweet

JERICHO, Vt. ( InvestigateTV ) - At Snowflake Chocolates , candy making is in full swing as the family business preps their next batch. It was Martha Pollack’s idea to name the business after Snowflake Bentley, the Jericho resident who was the first to photograph snowflakes. Like...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 18, 2026

Volunteer Gameday gears up for Tennessee - Kennesaw State

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Volunteer Gameday is gearing up for the third week of Vols action this 2026 season, and there’s plenty in store for fans looking for the latest Tennessee updates right before kickoff. Voice of the Vols Mike Keith, WVLT’s Brittany Tarwater and VFL Heath S...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 17, 2026

GMN's Dining Dash for Sept. 17, 2026

Each week Good Morning Nashville features health inspection scores from restaurants across Middle Tennessee.

WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)Sep 17, 2026

OpenAI discloses AI models tried to evade restrictions

OpenAI has disclosed six reports of unexpected or concerning behavior in artificial-intelligence models as the debate on AI safety becomes increasingly heated. The AI company also said Wednesday it was introducing a new framework for tracking, probing and disclosing instances of ...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 17, 2026

Popular frozen dessert recalled over possible stones inside. Here’s what to know

(Gray News) - Pints of So Delicious Dairy Free frozen dessert are being recalled because they may have small stones or other hard objects inside. The recall includes pints of So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert that were sold in stores nationwi...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 17, 2026

In-N-Out Burger managers now earn more than $200,000 a year, spokesperson says

IRVINE, Calif. (Gray News) - In-N-Out has been known for treating its employees well when it comes to pay and it appears those perks are only going up, especially for managerial positions. A spokesperson for the classic California fast-food chain recently revealed to Inc. that st...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 17, 2026

Hand soap recalled for potential contamination of antibiotic-resistant bacteria

(Gray News) - Six hand soaps distributed to 15 states have been recalled because they may be contaminated with bacteria. The hand soaps were distributed by Intercon Chemical Co. to 19 wholesale companies and one retail company across 15 states, including California, Georgia, Illi...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 16, 2026

First Peek: Noko Yaki

The long-awaited restaurant will offer Kobe beef and tableside grilling

Nashville Scene (alt-weekly)Sep 16, 2026

Sec. Bessent defends Trump dividends to Congress

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was on Capitol Hill Tuesday, defending the Trump administration’s economic policies. Officially, the House financial services committee hearing was about the state of the international financial system, but lawmakers also gr...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 16, 2026

How Bristol Motor Speedway is honoring Dolly Parton during NASCAR race weekend

What This Story Is About Bristol Motor Speedway has partnered with the Dollywood Foundation to feature a series of tributes honoring Dolly Parton during the Bass Pro Shops Night Race weekend, Sept. 17-19. What Happens Next Race weekend kicks off Thursday, Sept. 17, with events cu...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 15, 2026