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Nashville’s State House and Senate Election Results
Democrat Mark Proctor wins state House District 59; Rutherford County delegation flips blue
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Marsha Blackburn to become Tennessee’s first woman governor
Sen. Marsha Blackburn has been projected to win the seat for Tennessee governor, according to The Associated Press.
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Tennessee voters approve Amendment 3, expanding constitutional rights for crime victims
Tennessee voters approved Constitutional Amendment 3 on Tuesday, replacing the Constitution’s current section on crime victims’ rights.
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Tennessee voters approve Amendment 2, adding state property tax ban to Constitution
Tennessee voters approved Constitutional Amendment 2 on Tuesday, adding a prohibition on state property taxes to the Tennessee Constitution.
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Republican Brent Taylor Wins 9th Congressional District Seat
Despite October surprise and groundswell of support for Pearson, the Memphis politician is heading to D.C.
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Republican Charlie Hatcher Wins 5th Congressional District Seat
Hatcher fends off Democrat Molder after ousting Ogles in Republican primary
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Johnny Garrett projected to win Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District
Republican Johnny Garrett is projected to win Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District.
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Charlie Hatcher projected to win Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District
Republican Charlie Hatcher is projected to win Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District after The Associated Press called the race on Tuesday night.
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David Kustoff projected to win Tennessee’s 8th Congressional District
Republican David Kustoff is projected to win Tennessee’s 8th Congressional District Tuesday night after The Associated Press called the race at 11:17 p.m. CDT...
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Republican Marsha Blackburn Wins Governor’s Race
Senator turns governor in a race that ended closer than expected
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Victoria Broderick Flips 4th Congressional District Blue
Fayetteville Democrat beats longtime Republican incumbent U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais
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Bill Hagerty projected to win reelection to U.S. Senate
Republican U.S. Sen. Bill Hagerty is projected to win a second six-year term.
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Bail Denial, State Property Tax, Victims’ Rights Amendments Pass
All three amendments to the state constitution were proposed by Tennessee’s Republican supermajority
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Tennessee voters approve Amendment 1, expanding judges’ authority to deny bail
Tennessee voters approved Constitutional Amendment 1 on Tuesday.
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Republicans Retain Two Davidson County Congressional Seats
Incumbent Van Epps, newcomer Garrett defeat Democrats in two of Nashville’s House districts
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Tennessee Election Results: November 3, 2026
Find up-to-the-minute election results from the state and federal November 3 general elections in Middle Tennessee.
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Man charged with impersonating veterinarian at East Nashville clinic
A 45-year-old man was arrested Tuesday on a felony charge of impersonating a veterinarian at an East Nashville clinic, Metro Nashville Police said.
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Cost of living, corruption top issues and voters deeply unhappy with Trump: Early election
Voters are in the mood for change, according to the AP Voter Poll.
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Vega Shawarma to Close After Two Years in Business
Owners of Madison fast-casual restaurant cite rising costs in decision
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Elite Basketball Is the New Standard at Vanderbilt
Stars Mikayla Blakes and Tyler Tanner return to lead both programs even higher
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POLL: Was affordability the top issue for you in this election?
Was affordability the top issue for you in this election?
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POLL: Are you optimistic about the direction the nation is headed?
Are you optimistic about the direction the nation is headed?
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Election Day voting stays dry, but storms and gusty winds hit Midstate Tuesday night
Election Day is here, and thankfully, any impactful weather looks to hold off until after the polls close Tuesday evening.
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Germantown’s Henrietta Red to Close
After a decade, the seafood standout announced it will shutter its doors in April
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Escaped Tennessee inmate found and arrested in Missouri, TBI says
Authorities have arrested an escaped Tennessee inmate in Kansas City, Missouri, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announced Tuesday.
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Blackburn to take the Governor's office; who will get her senate seat?
U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn will become Tennessee's first woman governor, according to the Associated Press, after a close battle with Jerri Green.
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DOJ says election monitors will be stationed in Davidson, Knox, Shelby Counties
In a press release, representatives of the Department of Justice say that the agency will be sending election monitors "ensuring election integrity."The DOJ rep...
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LIST: Middle Tennessee schools closed Tuesday on Election Day
Some schools are closed across the Midstate on Election Day.
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New restaurant openings, seasonal offerings in Nashville
Seasonal OfferingsNorth ItaliaNorth Italia rolled out its new seasonal menu Oct. 14, bringing fresh takes on classic Italian comfort food just in time for coo...
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Cincinnati Zoo welcomes new 10,000-pound elephant from St. Louis
The Cincinnati Zoo has welcomed a 10,000-pound Asian elephant from the Saint Louis Zoo.
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SEE IT: Children’s National NICU babies are all dressed up for Halloween
The tiniest patients at Children’s National Hospital in D.C. are celebrating Halloween in adorable style.
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The help veterans earned exists in every state. Finding it is the hard part.
A national veterans charity built a free, verified directory so no veteran has to dial a dead number twice.
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63-year-old bicyclist hit by car on Trenton Road, road closed until further notice
A crash between a car and a bicyclist early Wednesday has shut down Trenton Road near Spring Creek Baptist Church.
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GMN's Dining Dash for Oct. 9, 2026
Each week Good Morning Nashville features health inspection scores from restaurants across Middle Tennessee.
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Digging dangers: Why underground utility damage is on the rise
ST. LOUIS, Mo. ( InvestigateTV ) - We rely on natural gas and electricity every day to heat and light our homes. But one mistake underground can turn an energy source into an instant threat. In 2024, the country saw more than 83,000 reports of damage to gas and electrical lines. ...
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Trump to hold rally in Clarksville Saturday ahead of midterm elections
President Donald Trump is heading to Middle Tennessee on Saturday, October 10, for a campaign rally in Clarksville, just weeks before November midterm election....
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Road closed, 63-year-old bicyclist rushed to hospital after Clarksville crash with vehicle
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A 63-year-old bicyclist was rushed to the hospital after a crash with a vehicle in Clarksville, according to police. The Clarksville Police Department said the crash happened at about 6:16 a.m. at the Spring Creek Baptist Church on Trenton Road. The cy...
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Talarico off campaign trail for nearly 2 weeks as Paxton questions his whereabouts
James Talarico has been absent from the campaign trail over the past 12 days as the Texas Senate race enters a critical stretch, prompting Republicans to open a new line of attack on the Democratic nominee. At a campaign rally in San Antonio Wednesday, Texas attorney general and ...
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Senior discounts: Where to find them and why you should ask
( Aging Untold ) — Senior discounts show up almost everywhere, from museums to hardware stores to prescription drugs, but many older adults hesitate to ask for them. The Aging Untold experts are breaking down where these discounts hide, how to think about accepting them and why a...
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Decoding Medicare Advantage, from cost to coverage options
( Aging Untold ) — Choosing between Medicare Advantage, also known as Medicare Part C, and traditional Medicare can feel overwhelming, especially when health needs and budgets don’t always point to the same answer. The Aging Untold experts are walking you through what families sh...
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I-24 ramp closures: Rutherford County drivers, check your exit
Drivers on Interstate 24 in Rutherford County should plan for ramp closures and lane changes later this month after weather delayed repair work.
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Hand, head or voice tremors: Essential tremor vs. other conditions
( Aging Untold ) — A new tremor in your hands, head, voice or legs can be unsettling, especially for older adults who immediately worry about Parkinson’s disease. But there’s an important difference between essential tremor and the tremors associated with Parkinson’s, according t...
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Christa Pike’s failed execution: Judge wants new court documents today
New court documents are due Friday in the legal battle surrounding Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike, following her failed execution attempt last week....
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InvestigateTV+: Wealthy ranchers profit from public lands
( InvestigateTV ) — As family farms struggle to stay afloat, InvestigateTV+ found the benefits of a taxpayer-funded federal land program go to billionaires and big businesses. Plus, we explore a rise in lithium-ion battery fires, and the unlikely material scientists are using to ...
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She turned her backyard into a butterfly sanctuary
MYRTLE BEACH, SC ( InvestigateTV ) - The monarch butterfly, known for its vibrant orange and deep black hues, is dangerously close to disappearing forever. A 2026 report from the Center for Biological Diversity found the migratory eastern monarch remains vulnerable to extinction....
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‘Battery breakthrough’: Researchers use new material to make lithium-ion batteries safer
EAST LANSING, Mich. ( InvestigateTV ) - Michigan State University researchers have discovered a way to make lithium-ion batteries safer using an unlikely material: wood waste. The breakthrough comes as fire officials call rechargeable lithium-ion batteries “ticking time bombs.” T...
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Surplus into supply: How a restaurant's extra food is helping feed Nashville neighbors in need
600,000 meals. That's how many meals the Nashville Rescue Mission expects to serve this year. As families face rising costs for basic needs like housing and food, the need in Middle Tennessee is only growing. Thankfully, there are partnerships that make feeding our neighbors in n...
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Don’t feel like yourself? It could be a vitamin deficiency
( Aging Untold ) — As we get older, our bodies can have a harder time absorbing key vitamins and minerals — and the warning signs are easy to miss. The Aging Untold hosts are breaking down which vitamin deficiencies are most common in older adults, what to watch for and what to a...
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Why kidney stones hurt so much — and how to prevent them
( Aging Untold ) — A kidney stone may be tiny, but anyone who’s had one knows the pain can feel anything but small. Hydration, diet and certain medical conditions can all affect your risk. Dr. Rhea Rogers, a board-certified physician, breaks down what causes kidney stones, why th...
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Stranded kayakers rescued near Burgess Falls
SPARTA, Tenn. (WSMV) - A pair of kayakers found themselves stranded and needing help after one of their vessels sank while exploring Burgess Falls this week. The Putnam County Rescue Squad reported getting a call from two subjects stranded roughly a quarter-mile downstream of Bur...
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Hurricane Isaias nears Gulf Coast as residents brace for direct US strike
For the first time in more than two years, a hurricane is poised to make a direct strike on the United States. Hurricane Isaias continued to strengthen over the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and became a Category 2 storm late Thursday. Forecasters say it could briefly intensi...
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Hurricane Isaias to impact Middle TN Saturday
The track for Hurricane Isaias has shifted and intensified. It will likely be a category three, major hurricane, by landfall later today.
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Navi Pillay, who headed UN investigation into Gaza War, wins Nobel Peace Prize
The South African-born jurist and former U.N. human rights chief Navi Pillay, who is currently an ad hoc judge at the International Court of Justice, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for her efforts to promote peace and international law. Pillays work is a source of hope and i...
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Residents board up windows, National Guard troops deploy as Hurricane Isaias nears Gulf Coast
Isaias is expected to usher in dangerous conditions in the Florida Panhandle, southern Alabama and southern Mississippi when it makes landfall late Friday....
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Woman suing funeral home says wrong body was placed in mother’s casket
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. ( WMBF /Gray News) — A South Carolina woman has filed a lawsuit alleging a funeral home put the wrong body in her mother’s casket. Iris Gordon of Horry County filed the lawsuit Tuesday against Ocean View Funeral Home and Cremation Services, located on Carver St...
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Community rallies after donation box for 4-year-old’s medical treatments is stolen
WAUSAU, Wis. ( WSAW /Gray News) — The Wausau, Wisconsin, community is showing support after a donation box for a 4-year-old with cerebral palsy was stolen. The former owner of Townline Market has raised money for his grandson for years. “Someone saw the opportunity to go take a l...
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“They met in a video game. They married among the books.”
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - George and Carmen Morrishaw met online playing Final Fantasy, bonded over books, and Carmen moved from New York to be with him. Skipping a big wedding, the couple got married in the fiction section of Charleston’s Bees Ferry Branch Library. Assistant branch...