Should judges have more power to deny bail? Tennessee voters to decide
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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Should TN judges be able to deny bail to those accused of violent crimes, other felonies?
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...
Gallatin garage fire near animal shelter
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...
Six Flags Over Georgia set to reopen on Friday after deadly roller coaster accident
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...
Nashville massage therapist arrested for allegedly raping a client
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 ...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Major I-65 shutdown coincides with TSU, Vanderbilt homecoming celebrations in Nashville
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 ...
Six Flags Over Georgia rides were inspected before season, commissioner says after fatal fall
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...
UT police charge visitor in vandalism of Smokey statue outside Neyland Stadium
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...
Five Nashville teens arrested for vehicle theft, running from authorities, MNPD reports
Five teenagers were arrested in Nashville after two stolen cars were found by Nashville officers.
Mt. Juliet parents honor son killed in crash with distracted driving awareness event
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...
Investigation leads to arrest of 5 teens, recovery of 2 stolen cars in Nashville
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...
Explosion sound wakes Gallatin neighbors after garage catches fire
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. ...
5 teens arrested after fleeing Nashville police in stolen vehicles
A group of teens were arrested in East Nashville after they were caught traveling in stolen vehicles, officials said.
Man arrested for allegedly stabbing neighbor in chest with pocketknife during argument in Nashville
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...
Police lieutenant indicted after allegedly using Flock cameras to track person for personal reasons
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...
Overboard cruise ship passenger rescued after 20 hours in the water, officials say
(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 ...
More than 2,000 pigs killed in barn fire
SIBLEY, Iowa ( KTIV /Gray News) - Hundreds of pigs were killed in a barn fire in Iowa. According to the Sibley Fire Department, a hog barn caught fire late Monday night into early Tuesday morning. The building was destroyed before firefighters got to the scene. “It’s always a sca...
Emergency calls after failed Christa Pike execution released
What This Story Is About Authorities have released the 911 call made from Riverbend Maximum Security Institution the night of Christa Pike’s attempted execution. Why It Matters Christa Pike received what was supposed to be two lethal doses of pentobarbital, but survived. She has ...
Ex-fiancé of Rep. Nancy Mace and 2 others charged with sex crimes she described in House speech
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace's former fianc and two of his business associates were charged with sex crimes and voyeurism on Wednesday over an episode the South Carolina congresswoman described in detail during a speech last year on the House floor about how crimes against women are not ...
East TN mom drives car off cliff with children inside, lands upside down near train tracks: police
What This Story Is About A Chattanooga mother has been charged after she allegedly drove off a cliff with children inside the car on Sept. 7. Why It Matters One of the children suffered a fractured forearm after the car came to rest upside down near railroad tracks. What Happens ...
Student dies after accidental injury at school involving scissors, officials say
UNIVERSITY CITY, Mo. ( KMOV /Gray News) — A Missouri high school student died Tuesday after suffering an accidental injury at school last week. The injury happened at University City High School near St. Louis. School district officials said a student was accidentally injured wit...
Police investigating after 1 critically wounded in Antioch apartment shooting
Police are investigating after a person was critically wounded in a shooting at an Antioch apartment complex Wednesday morning.
OpenAI employee arrested for allegedly hiding a ‘sophisticated recording device’ in its office
OpenAI discovered a sophisticated recording device in one of its offices planted by an employee who has been arrested, the company said Tuesday. The employee, who has since been dismissed by the company, is a Saudi national and has been identified by the US Department of Justice ...
Special education aide accused of punching 6-year-old autistic student, telling witness ‘you did not see that’
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. ( WMBF /Gray News) — A special education aide is accused of punching a nonverbal student with autism and then telling a witness, “You did not see that.” The alleged incident happened at Pee Dee Elementary School in South Carolina. Horry County police charged Kr...
New Jersey man accused of vandalizing Smokey statue at University of Tennessee
The University of Tennessee Police Department arrested a 19-year-old New Jersey man for vandalism after the Smokey I statue outside Neyland Stadium was damaged...
Dolly Parton's nephew denies threats, challenges restraining order extension
Dolly Parton’s nephew and former security guard has fired back against allegations he threatened the country music star's staff and estate.
Bicyclist hit, killed by freight train
BILOXI, Miss. ( WLOX /Gray News) — A man riding a bike was hit and killed by a train while trying to cross the tracks in front of it, according to police. The Biloxi Police Department reported the man was hit and killed by a freight train at about 8 a.m. Tuesday on the tracks nea...
Driver taken to hospital after crash into guardrail in Kentucky
Deputies with the Christian County Sheriff's Office report a crash occurred just after midnight, leaving a vehicle overturned.
City block shut down as fire crews battle structure blaze in Gallatin
GALLATIN, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Gallatin Police Department is warning residents and commuters about a structure fire that forced a whole block to close on Wednesday morning. A large detached garage exploded early Wednesday morning in Gallatin. Gallatin PD reported that a detached ga...
Roads close in Gallatin after structure fire, police say
Gallatin Police Department officers are warning drivers to take a new route after a fire broke out Wednesday morning.
Fire on Coles Ferry Road in Gallatin under investigation
Crews were called to the 100 block of Coles Ferry Road in Gallatin around 6 a.m.
Father of Summer Wells arrested, charged after ‘domestic disturbance’
What This Story Is About Summer Wells’ father, Don Wells, was arrested on a domestic assault charge. Why It Matters This is not the first time Don has been in trouble with law enforcement. For Context Father of Summer Wells arrested Monday Catch Up What happened to Summer Wells? ...
Masseuse accused of raping client at Nashville spa
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A 25-year-old masseuse is facing multiple rape charges in Nashville. The 25-year-old masseuse claims the sex was consensual. According to a report from the Metro Nashville Police Department, a 29-year-old woman is accusing 25-year-old Keenan Tejada of ha...
SUV crashes into bridge, overturns in Christian County
A vehicle overturned in Christian County shortly after midnight Wednesday.
Tennesseans urged to apply for free burn permits as wildfire season begins
To prevent wildfires, the division requires everyone to obtain a burn permit, and they're encouraging people to use caution when burning outdoors.
Nashville ice cream shop rallies around family of employee killed after scooter fall
Gita Cahyani came to Nashville from Bali, Indonesia, with a simple goal: to work and help support her family back home. On Oct. 5, that mission was cut short. Metro Nashville Police said Cahyani suffered a head injury after falling from a scooter on Demonbreun Street while on her...
Woman accused of burying cats alive in yard because she thought they were demons
MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. (Gray News) – A 37-year-old Florida woman has been arrested for allegedly burying cats in her yard while they were still alive. Martin County deputies and animal services officers responded to a residence last week at the Hobe Sound Mobile Home Park on Southea...
Woman escapes after man slashes her throat, police say
FAIRMONT, W.Va. ( WDTV /Gray News) - A man has been arrested on an attempted murder charge after police said he slashed a woman’s throat. Benjamin Mayfield, 50, of Fairmont, has been charged with attempted murder, according to the Fairmont Police Department. Police say the victim...
Former WSMV 4 entertainment reporter, Jimmy Carter dies at 73
The father of Summer Wells, Don Wells, was arrested on Tuesday, the Hawkins County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) confirmed to our NBC affiliate WCYB. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Former WSMV 4 Entertainment reporter Jimmy Carter has recently died, his family posted on social media. Carter...
New 911 calls reveal confusion, delays during failed Christa Pike execution
At 8:40 p.m., dispatchers received their first call reporting problems with the execution. Minutes later, they began trying to coordinate a response from emergency crews....
DNA analysis identifies remains as Georgia woman missing since 1997
ATLANTA ( Atlanta News First /Gray News) — Human remains found during a missing person investigation have been confirmed as those of a woman who went missing in Conyers three decades ago, authorities said. Tammy Fortson vanished in 1997 from the Fox Chase Court area, Conyers poli...
Why Saudi Arabia has struggled to defend itself against the Houthis' recent attacks
Saudi Arabia has one of the worlds most expensive and sophisticated arsenals, filled with American warplanes, missile defenses and other cutting-edge technology. But in recent days it has appeared helpless in the face of barrages of missiles and drones fired by the Houthi rebel g...
Man accused of killing 2 family members with a chainsaw, decapitating both
MOBILE, Ala. ( WALA /Gray News) - A 47-year-old Alabama man was arrested Monday in connection with the murder of two family members. According to the Mobile Police Department, Thomas Steele was taken into custody after officers found two women dead inside a home when they were re...
Tennessee voters to decide whether to expand crime victims' rights in state constitution
This November, Tennessee voters will decide whether to amend the state constitution to guarantee more rights to victims of crime.
Police arrest 51-year-old man allegedly found in hidden room during underage party bust
YORK COUNTY, Neb. ( KOLN /Gray News) - Police in Nebraska arrested a 51-year-old man found in a hidden room during an underage party bust. York County sheriff’s deputies responded to a home in a rural part of the county at 10:42 p.m. following multiple reports of an underage drin...
From TJ Maxx to Nike: Three suspects linked to shopping thefts in Green Hills Mall
Police tracked down three people suspected of shoplifting after hitting multiple stores on Monday.
Tennesseans to vote on victim’s rights constitutional amendment. What you need to know before casting your ballot
What This Story Is About Over the last two decades, Marsy’s Law has passed in eleven states. Now, Tennesseans will decide whether to add a version of it to the state Constitution. Why It Matters Marsy’s Law defines rights afforded to victims of crime in criminal proceedings, like...
‘It’s been devastating.’ Columbia farm supply owner serves customers from parking lot months after fire destroys store
What This Story Is About Fire burnt through Columbia Farm Supply store in May. They have not started rebuilding, leaving the community looking for answers. Why It Matters The community relied on the store for 25 years. The owner is now serving customers in the parking lot of his ...
Middle Tennessee high school football players injured in ATV crash, team says
What This Story Is About Three members of the Cornersville High School football program in Marshall County were involved in an ATV crash. Why It Matters The incident affects student-athletes and families in the Cornersville community. School officials are asking the public to sup...
Man accused of shooting at teens in homecoming prank says they drove toward him
ADDIS, La. ( WAFB /Gray News) — A man accused of firing a shot at high school students during a homecoming prank says he feared for his safety and did not know the people outside his home were teenagers. Josiah Arrington was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a fir...
Don Wells, father of Summer Wells, arrested, authorities say
Don Wells, father of Summer Wells, has been arrested, the Hawkins County Sheriff's Office confirmed to News 5 on Tuesday.Police said that Wells has been charged...
92-year-old father found beaten to death inside his home; son taken into custody, police say
BATON ROUGE, La. ( WAFB /Gray News) - Authorities in Louisiana say a man has been taken into custody in connection with the death of his 92-year-old father. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, the victim was identified as Larry Salisbury. Police said he was found with...
‘Unimaginable grief’: 5 dead, 3 injured after crash involving police car, officials say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - Five people were killed in a crash involving a Memphis police car, according to authorities A total of five people were killed early Sunday when their vehicle collided with a Memphis police car at Hickory Hill and East Raines roads. The vehicle ...
3 arrested, 1 suspect held on $420K bond, after Lululemon theft at Green Hills location
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Metro Nashville Police Department arrested three people in connection with serial shoplifting after they were suspected of stealing from the Green Hills Lululemon before their arrest near the 12th Avenue South store. Police arrested 29-year-old Jamon...
Fire reported at Downtown Nashville restaurant. Here’s what we know
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - No injuries were reported after a fire at a restaurant in Nashville. On Tuesday, the Nashville Fire Department responded to reports of a fire at Martin’s BBQ on 4th Avenue South. NFD officials said 911 callers reported of flames coming from what was desc...
Woman sentenced for 2025 crash in Clarksville that killed crossing guard
Nearly a year after a crash in Clarksville claimed the life of a crossing guard, a woman has been sentenced for her connection to the deadly collision....
LPR leads to arrest of convicted sex offender in Sumner County
Portland Police arrested a convicted sex offender after a license plate reader flagged his vehicle after it was caught entering a park where children were....
Smyrna police seek council approval for hobbles, spit masks
What This Story Is About Smyrna police are asking the town council to approve hobbles and spit masks for officers after people spit on them during arrests. Why It Matters The police chief said officers have been assaulted at least 46 times over the past two years. What Happens Ne...
Real hand grenade discovered at Kentucky home
MURRAY, Ky. (WSMV) - Police officers responded to an odd call this week in the town of Murray, Kentucky. According to a report from the Murray Police Department, officers were dispatched to a residence on Main Street after a person claimed to have found a hand grenade. The respon...
Police identify teen driver killed in fiery crash in Nashville
What This Story Is About Police have identified the teenage driver killed in Saturday’s single-vehicle crash in Antioch. Why It Matters The crash killed two people and remains under investigation as authorities work to identify the passenger and determine the full circumstances s...