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🔴 LIVE | Man fatally shot by security after pulling out gun at Nashville courthouse, police say. Here’s what we know
What This Story Is About Security fatally shot a man Thursday morning after he allegedly pulled out a gun and knife inside the federal courthouse in downtown Nashville. Why It Matters The shooting happened in a busy courthouse frequented by citizens, judges and important official...
Shooting in Downtown Nashville leaves one person injured
Shooting in Downtown Nashville leaves one person injured WZTV Shooting reported at federal courthouse in Nashville, police say WSMV Shooting reported at federal courthouse in downtown Nashville WKRN News 2 1 person shot at federal courthouse in Tennessee, police say AP News Armed...
Lapse in federal funding for traumatic brain injury research leaves millions without support
KANSAS CITY, Mo. ( Aging Untold ) — A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, can change a life in seconds. Between 1 and 3 million people visit emergency rooms each year with a concussion — a mild form of TBI — according to the Cleveland Clinic. While TBIs are especially common in young...
Motorcyclist found dead on the ground on Clarksville road
The Clarksville Police Department received a 911 call Thursday morning after a motorcyclist was found lying on the ground.
Semi driver crashes into vehicles on TN interstate, runs away claiming people are ‘after him’
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A commercial truck driver is facing multiple charges after allegedly crashing his semi into several vehicles on the interstate in Nashville and attempting to flee the scene on Tuesday. According to an arrest affidavit, an officer with the Metro Nashville...
Arrest made in homicide investigation of 7-year-old, other victims uncovered
The Allen County-Scottsville Crime Task Force reopened an investigation into the death of a seven-year-old girl, and have made one arrest.
Governor Beshear declares state of emergency over diesel costs
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WBKO) - On Wednesday Oct. 7 Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency which will allow Kentucky farmers and truckers to use untaxed or dyed diesel fuel on roadways. This declaration comes after rising costs of diesel by the ongoing war in Iran. The Gover...
Multiple injured in Kentucky school bus crash, multi-ambulance response underway
HARLAN COUNTY, Ky. (WVLT) - Multiple people were injured in a crash involving an SUV and a school bus in Harlan County on Wednesday morning, according to Kentucky State Police. The crash was reported shortly after 7:30 a.m. at Rosspoint Cutoff on U.S. 119. Multiple ambulances wer...
Christa Pike's first words after waking from life support following failed execution
The update came after Davidson County Chancellor I’Ashea Myles granted an emergency motion to preserve evidence from the execution attempt.
Arizona congressional candidate says she was sexually assaulted while fixing campaign signs
SUN CITY, Ariz. ( AZFamily /Gray News) - A Democratic candidate for Arizona’s 8th Congressional District reported she was knocked unconscious and sexually assaulted by two men while fixing campaign signs in August. A police report obtained by Arizona’s Family states Bernadette Gr...
Beth Reitmeyer: 'States of Flow' at RADAR615
Beth Reitmeyer: 'States of Flow' at RADAR615 is the Nashville Scene’s 2026 Writers’ Choice for Best Breakthrough Exhibition in Nashville, for its towering waterfall crashing from the top of the gallery walls....
Man stabbed in the face in North Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A man was stabbed in the face in North Nashville and a suspect was taken into custody Wednesday night. Officers were called to 1700 block of Dr. D.B. Todd, Jr. Boulevard around 10 p.m. According to Metro police, officers arrived and found the victim with...
Re-investigation into Kentucky 7-year-old’s death leads to arrest of man for sexual abuse allegations
What This Story Is About The re-investigation into a 7-year-old child’s 2020 death in Kentucky has led to an arrest, according to the Allen County-Scottsville Crime Task Force. Why It Matters Revelin Meador’s death is now being investigated as a homicide. What Happens Next The in...
Father speaks after 1-month-old’s mom accused of slamming baby’s head against the floor
LINCOLN, Neb. ( KOLN /Gray News) — A baby girl is continuing to fight for her life after suffering a number of serious injuries that could have ended it. The month-and-a-half-old child has been recovering at Children’s Hospital in Omaha. According to police, the infant suffered l...
84-year-old accused of creating and selling explosives from home, deputies say
LAKE CHARLES, La. ( KPLC /Gray News) - An 84-year-old man in Louisiana was arrested for allegedly creating and selling explosives from his home, according to deputies. On Oct. 2, detectives searched the home of John W. Sinkankas in relation to an ongoing joint investigation. Inve...
Four teens, one adult, arrested after police stop two stolen vehicles in Nashville
Police say a group of teenagers and adults may be behind a string of car thefts in Nashville after making several arrests Tuesday night.
Man wanted in Kentucky for murder, kidnapping, robbery arrested in Clarksville
A man wanted for violent crimes in Kentucky has been arrested after he was found in Clarksville.
2020 case involving death of 7-year-old Kentucky child reclassified as homicide
What This Story Is About A case involving the death of a 7-year-old Fountain Run child in 2020 has been reclassified as a homicide, according to the Allen County-Scottsville Crime Task Force. Why It Matters Revelin Meador’s death is now being investigated as a homicide. What Happ...
Should Tennessee judges be allowed to deny bail? Here’s what to know before you vote on it.
What This Story Is About This November, Tennesseans will vote on whether to change the state constitution to allow judges to deny bail for people charged with violent crimes. Why It Matters Those in favor say it would keep violent offenders from committing further crimes while ou...
Wife reports husband after finding child sex abuse material on his electronic devices, deputies say
LINCOLN, Neb. ( KOLN /Gray News) - A Nebraska man has been arrested for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material. According to the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, Timmy Lee Topil, 60, was arrested Tuesday after his wife reported finding suspected child sexual abuse mat...
5 people, including 3 teens, arrested, believed to be connected to nearly 2 dozen stolen vehicles in Nashville
What This Story Is About Five people, including three teens, have been arrested after Metro Nashville Police said they were found driving two stolen vehicles on West End Avenue on Tuesday. Why It Matters MNPD said the group is believed to be connected to nearly two dozen stolen v...
Woman arrested on aggravated child abuse charge after La Vergne investigation
LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A woman was arrested and charged with aggravated child abuse of a vulnerable child, according to the La Vergne Police Department (LVPD). LVPD detectives began investigating after a report of child abuse case. Detectives interviewed the parties involved, ...
Beshear issues order to lower diesel prices in critical Kentucky sectors
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB+WAVE) — Gov. Andy Beshear announced a state of emergency that will allow Kentucky farmers and truck drivers to utilize untaxed or dyed diesel fuel on public roadways. This would provide both industries needed relief as President Donald Trump’s war with Iran ...
Pickup truck stolen by suspect with pit bull, Clarksville police say
Clarksville police are looking for help identifying a man and his white pit bull after a truck was stolen from a Shell station.
Four trespassers arrested at Putnam County businesses, homeless camp
Four people were arrested in Putnam County after deputies responded to reported trespassing incidents.
Teams trek nearly a mile to rescue 70-year-old hiker at Tennessee state park
ROCK ISLAND, Tenn. (WSMV) - Teams hiked nearly a mile at a Tennessee state park this week to rescue a 70-year-old woman who was stranded after getting hurt. The Doyle Volunteer Fire Department said the operation happened Tuesday morning. The woman fell and hurt her head while hik...
Lawrence County home destroyed in fire
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Tenn. (WSMV) - A home in Lawrence County was destroyed after a fire on Monday. Around 3:20 p.m., crews with Lawrence County Fire Rescue were called to a home on Chief Creek Road in the Henryville Fire District. LCFR said the home was already heavily involved and ...
5 arrested in string of vehicle thefts in Midtown Hills, West Nashville
According to the Metro Nashville Police Department, three juveniles — ages 15, 16 and 17 — and two adults — ages 18 and 24 — were arrested on West End Avenue near 28th Avenue after they were found with two stolen vehicles....
17-year-old accused of stabbing another student repeatedly in the neck at school, police say
ROCK HILL, S.C. ( WBTV /Gray News) - A 17-year-old has been charged with attempted murder after he allegedly tried to strangle and repeatedly stab another student. Authorities in York County said the fight reportedly broke out at Northwestern High School in Rock Hill on Sept. 28....
Judge orders Tennessee to preserve evidence from Christa Pike’s failed execution
A Tennessee judge has ordered the state to preserve all evidence related to the failed execution of Christa Pike . The ruling followed an emergency hearing where Pike's attorneys shared new details about her condition. Her attorneys told the judge that Pike, who remains hospitali...
3 adults, 1 teen charged after throwing pineapple at passing Tesla, police say
WEST CHESTER TOWNSHIP, Ohio ( WXIX /Gray News) — Four people have been charged after allegedly throwing a pineapple at another vehicle in Ohio, police said. Jacob Braun, 18, Bronson Moore, 18, Danden Schlake, 18, and a 17-year-old were charged after West Chester Township police r...
Lawrence County Fire burns home, motorcycle, boat, and 2 acres of woodlands
Lawrence County Fire Rescue unites were dispatched to a house fire that spread to a wooded area.
Road worker, 24, dies after being hit by 2 trucks in work zone crash, troopers say
BENTON TWP., Mich. ( WILX /Gray News) - A road worker was killed while on the job Tuesday afternoon in Michigan. According to Michigan State Police, troopers were called around 2:30 p.m. to Lansing Road near Nixon Road for a reported crash in a roadwork zone. Road crews had tempo...
California couple arrested on child abuse charges in horrifying surrogacy probe
An extremely wealthy Chinese immigrant and his wife amassed a brood of 21 children through a surrogacy scheme and raised them in a "house of horrors," prosecutors alleged Tuesday. Guojun Xuan, 66, and Silvia Zhang, 39, were arrested at their sprawling mansion in Arcadia, a city a...
Woman charged with child abuse; La Vergne High School, SRO help with investigation
Police in La Vergne have arrested a woman accused of aggravated child abuse.
Chicago woman who was shot 5 times by immigration agent files lawsuit alleging he fired from behind
An American citizen shot by a Customs and Border Protection agent one year ago during a sweeping immigration crackdown in Chicago filed a lawsuit against the federal government on Monday, alleging the agent lied about the shooting and fired into her vehicle from behind. Federal p...
Franklin police warn residents as daily phone scams pose as law enforcement calls
Franklin police are warning people to be on alert as reports of scams keep coming in almost every day.
Emergency hearing to be held regarding Christa Pike's failed execution
An emergency hearing will be held Wednesday morning in Davidson County Chancery Court regarding Christa Pike, the woman who survived two lethal injections....
Hearing set to decide fate of evidence from Christa Pike’s botched execution
What This Story Is About Christa Pike’s attorneys are asking a judge to order the state to preserve all evidence from her botched execution attempt before a hearing Wednesday. Why It Matters The emergency motion could lay the groundwork for a future lawsuit against the state over...
Death of Kentucky 7-year-old girl reopened as homicide investigation
The Allen County-Scottsville Crime Task force has reopened an investigation into the death of a seven-year-old girl as a homicide.
Dead body pulled from Franklin County lake. Here’s what the sheriff is saying
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after emergency crews recovered a deceased person from a lake. Crews pulled the individual from Tims Ford Lake on Tuesday. FCSO has not yet confirmed the identity of the person, and detectives a...
MNPD Southeast precinct marks First National Night Out as crime drops and response times improve
Police officers across Davidson County stepped away from routine patrols Tuesday evening to connect with the communities they serve during National Night Out, an annual event focused on strengthening relationships between law enforcement and residents. At the Southeast Precinct, ...
Man arrested after 130 mph motorcycle chase across 3 counties, deputies say
HINESVILLE, Ga. ( WTOC /Gray News) - A man is facing multiple felony charges after leading deputies on a high-speed motorcycle pursuit through three southeast Georgia counties, authorities said. Long County deputies were patrolling Georgia Highway 196 near Joe Kennedy Road at abo...
Dead body pulled from Franklin County lake
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an investigation after emergency crews recovered a deceased person from a lake. Crews pulled the individual from Tim Ford Lake on Tuesday. FCSO said at this time, the identity of the person has not...
Man charged after allegedly impersonating first responder in Lawrence County
Lawrence County law enforcement arrested a man accused of pretending to be a first responder and providing medical care to a senior citizen last week.
Man admitted to stabbing woman 15 times in random hiking trail attack, police say
PHOENIX ( AZFamily /Gray News) - A man in Arizona accused of murdering a woman on a a hiking trail more than three years ago will likely avoid the death penalty through a plea deal. Court records said that Zion Teasley pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in court Friday in conn...
TBI: Knoxville murder suspect Corey Huff arrested in Andersonville
A Knoxville man who was the subject of a Tennessee Most Wanted alert in connection with a fatal stabbing is now in custody.
Clarksville pedestrian killed in Saturday crash identified
Clarksville police have identified the pedestrian killed in a Saturday night crash on Cumberland Drive as 41-year-old David Moten of Clarksville.