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Habitat for Humanity begins taking applications for 'pocket neighborhood' in Gallatin
Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County wants to help more people own a home and has started taking applications for a new community called "The Hudson."...
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Heating up for the weekend
After Wednesday's rain and severe storms, the rain chance is lower for Thursday. From here, Middle Tennessee is on the way to an intense heat wave through the middle of next week....
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Man accused of pointing laser at police helicopter arrested
Kentucky State Police arrested a Lexington man who they say pointed a laser at a police helicopter early Monday morning.
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Retailers are getting billions in tariff refunds. Will you see any of it?
The Supreme Court struck down a sweeping set of federal tariffs, triggering a massive government payout to businesses that had paid into the system but whether that money makes it back to consumers depends largely on where you shop. The government collected an estimated $166 bill...
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Nolensville PD trades patrol cars for school buses in new safety initiative
The Nolensville Police Department and Williamson County Schools are partnering for a safety initiative focused on student safety while riding school buses. Officers are now riding school buses to lookout for traffic violations by drivers. Sgt. Matthew Neal said the idea sparked f...
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Nashville felon charged after shooting that left victim a quadriplegic
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A felon was charged with attempted murder for a shooting inside an apartment complex on N. Dupont Avenue last week, according to the Metro Nashville Police Department. The shooting occurred on Aug. 19. Police said 29-year-old Devontey Sherley entered the...
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'We’re going to change that': State wants Nashville Sheriff to comply with ICE
Tennessee's Speaker of the House of Representatives wants to eliminate a loophole involving immigration enforcement.
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Hot, sunny weekend ahead after dense fog advisory in Middle Tennessee this morning
A foggy start this morning in parts of Middle Tennessee south of I-40.A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 9 a.m.
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Woman left scarred by burns from Church’s Chicken pot pie wins $20,000 in lawsuit
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. ( WBRC /Gray News) - An Alabama woman who was seriously burned by a pot pie from Church’s Texas Chicken won a $20,000 settlement after she sued the fast food chain. Yolanda Jackson was burned by a Church’s chicken pot pie she ordered in the drive-thru at a ...
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Brock Bodell’s ‘Hellcat’ Is a Claustrophobic, Lynchian Horror Ride
The Nashville-based director — whose film is now available via Shudder — discusses his influences and indie filmmaking
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Date Night: Pont Neuf, Hattori Nori and Harding House Brewery
A park-once, three-spot evening out in L&L Market
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Blindspot: How Nashville Addresses Death and Design on City Roads
Roadway deaths are regular tragedies in Nashville — and the city is trying to build itself into the future
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'It Ends' Is an Upsetting Little Ice Pick of Existential Horror
Alex Ullom's road-trip horror film opens Friday in select Regal and AMC locations
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Man accused of clearing trees from TN park for better view
A Nashville man has been accused of cutting down dozens of trees in Savage Gulf State Park in Grundy County.
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Cousin of 10-year-old found dead in woods pleads guilty to her murder. Here’s how long he’ll be in prison
CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. ( WEAU /Gray News) - The cousin of a 10-year-old Wisconsin girl who was found dead in the woods after leaving her aunt’s house in 2022 has pleaded guilty to her murder. Carson Peters-Berger, 18, pleaded guilty Wednesday to first-degree intentional homicide in...
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Historic Downtown Gallatin blends rich history with new growth
Historic Downtown Gallatin continues to serve as the heart of the city, where centuries of history meet new businesses, restaurants, and community events....
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Tennessee lawmaker vows to file bill to rename airport after Dolly Parton amid growing petition
A petition to rename Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton is gaining new momentum following the Tennessee icon's death, and now a state lawmaker says he plans to turn the effort into legislation....
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Ha-Seong Kim, baseball’s unlikeliest hero, puts Braves past Dodgers with walk-off single
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Baseball can be a fun yet excruciating game. And while it has been an excruciating season for Ha-Seong Kim, his walk-off single to lift the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday was one of those fun — and much-ne...
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Meta to pay up to $17.1 billion in historic settlement over children's social media safety
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A years-long legal battle over what social media is doing to American children is ending with a record-setting settlement and changes that could make Instagram and Facebook look very different for young users. Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti...
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Week 2 of the high school football season sees more great matchups
What This Story Is About The TSSAA football season hits its second week Why It Matters High school teams continue to work towards the playoffs What Happens Next Mid-state games kick-off Fridays at 7pm For Context The high school football season is underway in Tennessee NASHVILLE,...
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Raptors host Mustangs in battle between powerhouses of Division I and II
What This Story Is About Ravenwood hosts Lipscomb Academy this Friday Why It Matters Big matchup between two of the best public and private school programs in the midstate What Happens Next The two teams will kick it off Friday at 7pm For Context This is the second week of the TS...
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Nashville man cuts down state trees, faces prison time
A Grand Jury indicted a Nashville man last month for illegally cutting down dozens of state trees in Grundy County. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture said Charles Trost from Nashville is facing prison time and a $25,000 fine for cutting down trees within Savage Gulf State P...
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‘Like a member of my family is gone’: Why grieving Dolly Parton feels so personal
The constant stream of tributes, videos and headlines on social media can make it harder for some people to process the loss of an icon like Dolly Parton. Fans across generations are mourning Parton, with some describing a deep, personal sense of loss despite never having met her...
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Officer charged after allegedly using Flock to track woman’s vehicles more than 2,000 times
LOUISVILLE, Ky. ( WAVE /Gray News) - A Kentucky police officer is facing multiple charges after authorities said he misused access to Flock camera database systems to track a woman’s movements over a five-month period. Asad Zahir, 40, faces five counts of first-degree official mi...
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Firefighter dies from medical emergency during New Mexico wildfire
SANTA FE, N.M. ( AZFamily /Gray News) — A San Carlos Apache tribal member and firefighter died while assisting with wildfire suppression efforts in New Mexico. Randy Lupe, 62, from the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation , died from a medical emergency on Sunday. Officials said ...
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Dolly’s business empire will continue growing even after her death
What This Story Is About Dolly Parton’s legacy will live on, not just in her music, but in the business empire she built that will continue to grow even after she’s gone. Why It Matters A business can’t succeed without demand, and for Dolly, it’s worldwide. What Happens Next Doll...
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Man accused of damaging photo safety camera with rock, trying to drag it with truck
PHOENIX ( AZFamily /Gray News) — A man was jailed after he was allegedly caught damaging a photo safety camera in Phoenix last week, with damages estimated in the tens of thousands of dollars. Brandon Ribadeneira, 20, was arrested this week on one felony count of criminal damage....
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Grand Ole Opry plans Saturday night Dolly Parton tribute
The Grand Ole Opry is planning a tribute to Dolly Parton on Saturday night.
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‘She had a mountain heart’| Remembering Dolly Parton’s enduring legacy as East Tennessee’s healer
What This Story Is About Detailing Dolly Parton’s philanthropic impact and personal connection to East Tennessee during major disasters. Why It Matters For East Tennesseans, Dolly Parton was not just a global celebrity, but a local lifeline. Her rapid, hands-on responses to the 2...
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Tennessee radio stations to play 'I Will Always Love You’ in statewide Dolly tribute
Tennessee radio stations will unite Thursday morning in a statewide musical tribute to Dolly Parton.
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Dolly Parton’s literacy legacy lives on through generations of Tennessee children
Dolly Parton may be remembered around the world for her music, but one of the legacies she was most proud of began with something much simpler.
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Data centers top of mind ahead of midterms
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Data centers have become a centerpiece issue for candidates running for office across the country ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Both Democrats and Republicans are trying to tap into backlash against data centers and are using them as a major focal po...
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Fans leave tributes outside Dolly Parton's Brentwood home
Balloons, cards, pictures, flowers, and other tributes line the entrance to Dolly Parton's Brentwood home following her death.
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People honor Dolly Parton's legacy at the Music City Walk of Fame Star
She had a way of making people feel like she was singing directly to them. You can see that connection in the people still showing up, leaving flowers, candles, photos and notes around her star....
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$1.3M seized, dozens busted as Columbia cracks down on illegal gambling ring
A multi-agency investigation into illegal gambling in Columbia has led to more than $1.3 million in cash seized and 13 people arrested.
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Aggravated assault charges issued after Fairview officer-involved shooting
Aggravated assault charges have been issued against the suspect connected to an officer-involved shooting in Fairview, according to a statement from the city....
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‘Once you’re a fan, you can’t really stop.’ Thousands pay respects to Dolly Parton in downtown Nashville
What This Story Is About Memorials for Dolly Parton have grown outside the Country Music Hall of Fame in downtown Nashville, with fans leaving flowers, balloons and messages around her star on the Music City Walk of Fame. Visitors from Tennessee, Kentucky and the United Kingdom s...
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Mourners gather outside Dolly Parton’s Brentwood home for a second day after news of the icon’s death
What This Story Is About Fans are remembering Dolly Parton outside her home in Brentwood. Why It Matters Dolly Parton passed away Tuesday after a brief battle with cancer. What Happens Next There has been a steady flow of people driving by her house, where the memorial will be re...
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Four indicted in December killing of Nashville man; 2 suspects remain wanted
Four men have been indicted on first-degree murder charges.
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Tennessee lawmakers plan to honor Dolly Parton during upcoming legislative session
Tennessee lawmakers on both sides of the aisle plan to honor the late country music superstar, businesswoman, and philanthropist Dolly Parton during the upcoming legislative session next January....
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library continues impact on Middle Tennessee families
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Millions of children worldwide know the feeling of receiving a new book from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The program started small as Parton’s initiative to foster a love of reading in her home county in East Tennessee. Thirty years since it star...
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NFL officially eliminates Pro Bowl game; players to still be honored as Pro Bowlers
(Gray News) - The NFL’s Pro Bowl game has been canceled. The league announced Wednesday the elimination of the AFC-NFC Pro Bowl game, which featured the league’s top players in an exhibition matchup that dated back decades. Instead, the NFL said it would place greater emphasis on...
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Family questions use of force after officers reportedly fire 15 bullets into teen’s car in Williamson County
What This Story Is About A family is seeking answers after they say 15 bullets were fired into their son’s car outside their home Tuesday morning. Why It Matters The family attorney said he believes the Fairview police officers crossed the line by using excessive force. What Happ...
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Dolly invested Whitney Houston royalties back into Nashville community
Dolly Parton's legacy extends far beyond music, with many remembering the country music icon for her generosity and commitment to helping others.
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Ajax Turner 50+ Center reopens in Clarksville
Leaders at the center said they were forced to close in mid-June after city leaders tried to take over the non-profit and have it run by the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department. The nonprofit fought back, and a judge agreed it was illegal for the city to try to take over ...
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Grand Ole Opry honors Dolly Parton’s legacy
What This Story Is About The Grand Ole Opry honored Dolly Parton at the beginning of Tuesday night’s live show. Why It Matters Parton was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1969 at age 23. What Happens Next A tribute performance for Parton is scheduled at the Opry on Saturday . ...
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Four indicted, 2 suspects remain at large in December homicide of Gavin Thompson in Nashville
What This Story Is About Four people have been indicted on first-degree murder charges in the December 2025 killing of Gavin Thompson. Why It Matters Two suspects have not been located. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to their whereabouts. Catch U...
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Not a dry eye across the state: Tennesseans share personal stories about Dolly Parton
From a young man asking Dolly to be his prom date to those who grew up next to Dolly and everything in between—it is no secret that she left a long-lasting impact....
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Brentwood police shut down road near Dolly Parton’s house as fans pay tribute to late icon
What This Story Is About Brentwood police closed the eastbound lane of Crockett Road near Dolly Parton’s home as mourners continue to visit and leave tributes. Why It Matters The closure affects traffic between Green Hills Boulevard and Concord Road. Police are asking drivers to ...
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LIST: Here are ways to pay respects to Dolly Parton throughout the city
Music City is continuing to remember Dolly Parton as tributes to the country music icon spread across Middle Tennessee.
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Nuclear watchdog chief warns Iran maintains ‘many capabilities’ as Iranian officials block inspections
As the U.S.-Iran conflict stretches into its sixth month, the leader of the United Nations global nuclear watchdog acknowledged on Wednesday that Iran maintains many capabilities in its nuclear program just as Iranian officials insisted that theyd continue to block inspections of...
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WSMV honors Dolly Parton’s early career with studio plaque and mirror
What This Story Is About Dolly Parton’s early television appearances at Nashville’s WSMV studio helped launch her career, and the station is honoring that history. Why It Matters Parton’s time on The Porter Wagoner Show introduced her to a wide television audience and helped esta...
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NTSB launch investigation after deadly crash involving Milligan University cyclists
The National Transportation Safety Board has opened a safety investigation into a crash near Hampton, involving a vehicle and about 10 Milligan cyclists....
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Convicted felon charged with attempted murder for Madison shooting
A convicted felon is in custody for allegedly shooting a man inside an apartment on N. Dupont Avenue in Madison on August 19. Devonte Sherley was charged with attempted murder, felon in possession of a firearm, and gun possession during the commission of a violent felony after po...
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Dolly Parton’s team says her planned projects will move forward
Dolly Parton’s team says it plans to move forward with a slate of projects the country music icon was developing before her death, including new Nashville attra...
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2 killed, nearly 20 injured in charter bus highway crash, state police say
LAKE CHARLES, La. ( KPLC /Gray News) - Louisiana authorities are investigating a deadly highway crash involving a charter bus Wednesday. According to the Louisiana State Police, the fatal crash occurred on Louisiana Highway 27 near Shawnee Lane around 7 a.m. between a bus and a v...
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Wilson County teen killed on I-840 honored at state capitol
State lawmakers and Wilson County community members gathered at the Tennessee State Capitol to honor Kyler Gatica, who was killed in a 2024 crash along I-840....
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Woman paralyzed after drug mix-up in Nashville hospital pharmacy to begin 'intensive' rehabilitation treatment
NewsChannel 5 Investigates has learned that one of the patients who got the wrong medication earlier this month at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown is being moved to a rehabilitation facility. Glenda Dorton went in Aug. 14 for routine knee replacement surgery and received an inject...
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Four suspects indicted in December 2025 Nashville murder; two still at large
Four suspects were indicted on first degree murder charges for the December 2025 killing of Gavin Thompson in Nashville . Babajide Grillo Jr., Glenwan Hobson Jr., Anthony Ramsey, and Deundre Bridges are all connected to the murder. Ramsey and Hobson are in custody while Grillo an...
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Tim Curry, known for iconic roles in ‘Rocky Horror’ and ‘IT,’ dead at 80
(AP) - Tim Curry, a character actor who created a gallery of delicious, very loony villains for stage and screen, including Dr. Frank-N-Furter in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and the smug concierge in “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,” has died. He was 80. Curry, who suffered a...