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Video depicting child sexual exploitation found, leading to Nashville arrest, police say
Metro Nashville Police Department detectives arrested a 29-year-old Bellevue man Thursday after an investigation that began with a tip.
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Military: An F-16 crashes during training in Michigan; pilot ejects safely
An F-16 pilot safely ejected before the fighter jet crashed Thursday in rural Michigan, sending plumes of smoke into the sky and triggering temporary evacuations for nearby residents after police said hazardous chemicals spilled from the wreckage. Sgt. Derek Gutierrez, a public a...
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Cellphone video leads to arrest of Nashville man for sexual exploitation of minors
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Nashville man was arrested on Thursday after sexual material involving minors was found on his cellphone. Metro Nashville Police said they arrested 29-year-old Benjamin Cowden for sexual exploitation of minors. According to police, they received a tip ...
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Bellevue man arrested for sexually exploiting minors, Metro police say
According to the Metro Nashville Police Department, detectives with the department's Sex Crimes Unit arrested Benjamin F. Cowden, 29, on the charge on Thursday....
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Tennessee unemployment rate matches its lowest point of year so far
Tennessee’s unemployment rate held at 3.4% in August, matching the state’s lowest rate of the year as employers added 1,800 jobs from July.
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Delivery truck driver intentionally crashes into Aldi grocery store in East Nashville
A delivery driver crashed his tractor-trailer rig into the front of an Aldi grocery store in East Nashville early Thursday morning. Police say while delivering items to the Aldi on Gallatin Avenue, the driver, 34-year-old Kristofer Scruggs, intentionally crashed into the storefro...
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Trail camera captures promising signs of an expanding Florida panther population
New footage of rare Florida panthers is a promising sign that the endangered species might be getting more of a foothold. The video, captured by a trail camera, shows a mother and three young cubs at a nature reserve in Fort Myers. That's further north of where the endangered cat...
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NDOT working to shut down 'dangerous' rogue pedicab driver
There are 42 legal bike taxis across five companies in downtown Nashville.
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Cause of death revealed for Grammy-nominated producer Tay Keith
NASHVILLE, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - The cause of death has been revealed for Grammy-nominated music producer Tay Keith, according to multiple reports. The 29-year-old died from an accidental drug overdose, Rolling Stone reported. Officials found ketamine, alcohol, nicotine, and ...
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CMA, Belmont University to honor Dolly Parton with live TV special
The Country Music Association is rolling out a two-hour tribute to Dolly Parton, airing live from Belmont University this October.
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U.S. Marshals arrest Tennessee man wanted on murder charge in Kentucky
U.S. Marshals have arrested a Tennessee man who was wanted on a second-degree murder charge in connection with a May shooting death.
safety
Deputies arrest armed burglary suspect in Lawrence County
Members of the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office confronted a suspected burglar outside a house while he was armed with a gun early Thursday morning.
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Video appears to show school bus carrying students crashing into multiple parked vehicles
ODESSA, Texas ( KOSA /Gray News) - A Texas school bus was caught on video Thursday afternoon outside an apartment complex as it appeared to crash into multiple parked vehicles. According to Odessa police, the Ector County ISD school bus had 14 students on board at the time of the...
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East Nashville vet clinic under scrutiny after dog's death; Experts share red flags pet owners should know
The Nashville-Davidson County District Attorney and other officials are looking into serious accusations against Caudle Veterinary Clinic after a dog died following surgery last week....
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Friends In Low Places to donate 9/25 proceeds to Imagination Library, Nashville Library
Friends In Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk plans to donate all of its Sept. 25 proceeds to Nashville Public Library and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library....
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Driver arrested after intentionally crashing semi-truck into East Nashville Aldi, police say
What This Story Is About A truck driver was arrested after police say he intentionally drove his semi-truck into an East Nashville Aldi, causing more than $250,000 in damage. Why It Matters The crash caused significant damage to a neighborhood grocery store and left area resident...
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'We need to know the truth': Family seeks answers after Nashville man killed in River Road crash
A Nashville family is mourning the loss of a loved one and demanding answers after a man was hit and killed along River Road earlier this month.
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Former Ascension Saint Thomas nurse says reports of safety problems were ignored by Midtown hospital managers
A former Ascension Saint Thomas nurse has come forward with an important message. She is sharing what it was like inside the Midtown hospital and what she says you need to know. WATCH: Former Ascension Saint Thomas nurse says managers ignored safety concerns Former Ascension Sain...
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Wilson County neighbors infected with E. coli blame nearby creek
Two Wilson County neighbors said they contracted E. coli while doing yard work on their property.
schools
Lebanon High School moves homecoming parade due to heat
What This Story Is About Lebanon High School rescheduled its homecoming parade from Friday afternoon to Friday morning because of extreme heat. Why It Matters The schedule change is meant to protect spectators, especially young children, from overheating during record-high temper...
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White House pulls ICE director nomination of former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer
The White House is pulling former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyers stalled nomination to serve as director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. In June, President Donald Trump abruptly announced that he would nominate Schroyer, putting a little-known candidate in line to...
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What the Fed’s first rate hike since 2023 means for Nashville’s housing market
The Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time since 2023, a move that could reduce homebuyers’ purchasing power.
schools
TPAC program giving Middle Tennessee high schoolers a shot at Broadway-level performance training
Two Middle Tennessee teenagers are heading to college to study theater this fall, in part thanks to a love of the arts they developed through a program at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center designed to give young performers a head start. Kaydence Arora and Ronember Quintero are...
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Five Memphis teens charged after attempted car break-in, later found in West Nashville
Authorities in West Nashville arrested five teenagers from Memphis after they were seen driving a stolen Kia Optima.
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Murfreesboro police address concerns over expansion of drone technology
Murfreesboro police are pushing back on concerns that an expansion of the departments drone technology is a step toward using autonomous drones as first responders. WATCH: Murfreesboro police address concerns over expanding drone technology Murfreesboro police address concerns ov...
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Woman’s body found inside suitcase at fire station prompts homicide investigation
WICHITA, Kan. ( KWCH /Gray News) - Authorities in Kansas say a homicide investigation is underway after a body was found in a suitcase at a Wichita fire station. The investigation began Wednesday night when the Wichita Fire Department requested that police respond after two peopl...
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TDOT commissioner defends I-24 Choice Lanes project, addresses tolls, property impacts
The Tennessee Department of Transportation continues moving forward with its I-24 Southeast Choice Lanes project, a plan state leaders believe could ease congestion between Nashville and Murfreesboro while giving drivers the option to pay for a faster, more reliable trip. WATCH: ...
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PHOTOS: Inside the 25th Annual Americana Honors & Awards
The 25th Annual Americana Honors & Awards is the hallmark event of AmericanaFest week; see photos inside.
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Memphis teens charged for car burglaries in Nashville
Five Memphis teenagers accused of breaking into vehicles in West Nashville face felony charges after their arrest, officials said.
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Former teacher alleges earlier threats from Antioch High School shooter that were ignored
What This Story Is About A former JFK Middle School teacher says three teachers working there were threatened by Solomon Henderson years before he carried out the shooting at Antioch High School. Why It Matters Samira Hardcastle alleges the district failed to act on warning signs...
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Producer Tay Keith, 29, died in Nashville overdose ruled accidental, officials say
Officials have confirmed that Tay Keith, a well-known Memphis producer, died from an accidental overdose.
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Vanderbilt hosts NC State to round out nonconference play
Both Vanderbilt (2-0, 0-0 SEC) and North Carolina State (1-1, 0-1 ACC) are intriguing teams as they have had some rocky starts to the season.
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The king and AI: UK monarch Charles meets artificial intelligence leaders as safety concerns swirl
King Charles III on Thursday urged senior leaders from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google DeepMind and Nvidia to make sure that artificial intelligence remains under control and in the service of people and the planet. The gathering in Scotland was convened to discuss how AI can benefit s...
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As mortgage rates climb, the US housing market is slowing down
Mortgage rates in the U.S. climbed to their highest level since January 2025, and new home construction declined, adding to concerns about a housing market slowdown in the U.S. The weekly average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate home loan rose to 6.95% this week , up from 6.76% last ...
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Woman facing dozens of charges after 17 cats found dead, 20 others rescued from extreme heat
WALKER, La. ( WAFB /Gray News) - A Louisiana woman is facing dozens of animal cruelty charges after authorities say they discovered nearly 40 cats and kittens suffering in extreme heat without food or water inside an area business. Madison Rebecca Colello, 29, surrendered to auth...
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5 Memphis teens arrested after stolen car, vehicle burglaries reported in West Nashville, police say
What This Story Is About Officers with the Metro Nashville Police Department arrested five teenagers from Memphis after they were allegedly seen driving a stolen Kia Optima and burglarizing vehicles in West Nashville. Why It Matters Police said the investigation began after a veh...
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Dolly Parton posthumously accepts lifetime achievement award in video recorded before her death: ‘I will always love you’
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Gray News) — Attendees at the Americana Music Honors & Awards were shocked to watch Dolly Parton appear on screen and accept a lifetime achievement award Wednesday night. According to Variety , Parton was notified that she was winning the award before she died. ...
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‘Jagged teeth’ and a $20 reward: Tenn. kids’ handmade poster helps bring lost dog home
A handmade lost-dog poster created by a 10-year-old boy helped reunite a 12-year-old golden retriever with her family after she was found wandering in Fairview. Williamson County Animal Center said an animal control officer picked up Elsa earlier this week. She was not microchipp...
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Most wanted Tennessee murder suspect captured, sheriff’s office says
What This Story Is About The Pickett County Sheriff’s Office announced the capture of Jesse Wayne Phillips, who had been listed among the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s most wanted fugitives. Why It Matters Phillips was wanted on a second-degree murder charge in connection w...
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Coffee County high school adding weapons detection systems
Coffee County Central High School is committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment for every student.
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Woman sues city, detective for $10 million over wrongful arrest tied to facial recognition error
FARGO, N.D. ( KVLY /Gray News) - A woman is suing for millions of dollars, alleging that a flawed facial recognition match led to her facing bank fraud charges that were later dropped. Angela Lipps, of Elizabethton, Tennessee, filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday in U.S. District Cour...
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Murder suspect awaiting extradition to Nashville after Florida arrest
A murder suspect is awaiting extradition to Nashville after being arrested in Florida, more than a year after police say he shot and killed a man at a Nashville apartment complex. Police say Markese Greer shot and killed 26-year-old Dante Jenoure on July 5th of last year at the P...
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Hendersonville opens urban bow hunting registry to help control deer populations
Hendersonville has opened its 2026 urban bow hunting registry , a program designed to help control deer populations by connecting homeowners with certified bow hunters. WATCH: Hendersonville's 2026 bow hunting registry connects homeowners with hunters Hendersonville's 2026 bow hu...
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Step-grandfather of 11-month-old boy found dead arrested in connection to infant’s death
MUHLENBERG CO., Ky. ( WFIE /Gray News) - Another arrest has been made in connection with the investigation into a baby’s death in Kentucky. Jeff Barnett is charged with tampering with physical evidence. His citation shows he had a warrant and was arrested at a gas station in Grah...
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Deputies investigating after Middle TN child says stranger stopped their car near bus stop and offered them a ride to school
What This Story Is About The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a student reported that someone stopped and offered them a ride while they waited at a bus stop Thursday morning. Why It Matters The incident was reported near the Waters Edge and St. Marlo com...
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Williamson Co. deputies investigating suspicious incident near school bus stop
The Williamson County Sheriffs Office is investigating a suspicious incident reported Thursday morning near the Waters Edge and St. Marlo communities. According to the sheriffs office , a student waiting at a bus stop around 8 a.m. reported that an individual stopped and asked if...
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ICE agent accused of shooting a man and lying about it arrested in Minnesota
An ICE agent accused of shooting a man during an immigration crackdown was arrested Thursday in Minnesota, where he made his first appearance in court on charges of felony assault. Christian Castro is charged with the shooting of 24-year-old Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis in Minneapolis ...