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HUD’s Innovative Housing Showcase returns to National Mall

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The National Mall was transformed into a neighborhood this week featuring the next generation of home building and development for the sixth year in a row, as part of HUD’s “Innovative Housing Showcase.” The exhibition, which began Tuesday and concluded Thu...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

government

Ocasio-Cortez downplays 2028 speculation, stresses 2026 elections

Days after raising speculation about her 2028 prospects in a New York Times interview, U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said she is focused on helping Democrats including herself win reelection in 2026. Ocasio-Cortez has recently been the subject of speculation about a possible...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

safety

4 charged after fender-bender escalated into brutal beating of man caught on camera

ST. LOUIS, Mo. ( KMOV /Gray News) - Four people are facing charges after a minor crash in Missouri escalated into a violent attack that was captured on video. Tamara Logan, 48, Martinez Logan, 25, Mary Moore, 26, and Davion Alfred, 30, are each charged with second-degree robbery,...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

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Trump rejects Iran proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, calls it 'Trump Strait'

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the U.S. meets certain conditions. Trump spoke to reporters Saturday outside the White House before leaving for a college football game. Iran offered this week to reop...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

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Trump visit, Texas game bring historic Saturday to Knoxville

What This Story Is About President Donald Trump is expected to attend the Tennessee-Texas football game inside Neyland Stadium. Why It Matters UT athletic historian Bud Ford said no sitting president has ever attended a game in Knoxville, and the visit is prompting enhanced secur...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

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Vanderbilt travels to Auburn to open SEC play

Last week, Vanderbilt (3-0, 0-0 SEC) pulled off an improbable win over North Carolina State before entering the first of its nine-game conference schedule. Meanwhile, the Auburn Tigers (2-1, 0-1 SEC) fell at home in their SEC opener to Florida, 44-39....

WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

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Powerful nor’easter slams Northeast, leaving thousands without power

More than 70,000 customers were without electricity in the U.S. Northeast on Saturday, the effect of a powerful noreaster expected to create dangerous conditions through the weekend. Forecasters warned of gale winds that could down trees and heavy rain that could put roads underw...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

Local

PredsFest brings free street party to downtown Nashville to kick off Predators season

PredsFest is transforming the streets around Bridgestone Arena into a massive free celebration to kick off the Nashville Predators' new season Saturday. The free fan festival runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Nashville. No tickets are required, and the event welcomes all ag...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

government

Biden calls on Democrats to turn out amid 'dark days'

Former President Joe Biden is urging Democrats to get out and vote. Biden appeared alongside former first lady Jill Biden while receiving a service award from Planned Parenthood. In remarks delivered Thursday, Biden said the country is going through dark days, but encouraged vote...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

safety

Trump’s visit to Texas-Tennessee game to bring TSA-style security screening

What This Story Is About The University of Tennessee Police Department detailed enhanced security measures for Saturday’s game between Tennessee and Texas at Neyland Stadium, as President Donald Trump will be attending. Why It Matters Fans attending the game will face TSA-style s...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

schools

College rodeo athlete dies from injuries at event: ‘Touched so many lives’

WACO, Texas ( KWTX /Gray News) - The Texas rodeo community is mourning a member of the Tarleton State University team who died during an event on Thursday. Alejandra Franco, a Tarleton State University student-athlete, died from injuries she sustained while performing at the S.A....

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

Local

Fans downtown celebrate inaugural Dolly Day

It was a very special day Friday, honoring a legend close to our hearts. September 25 was officially declared Dolly Day in Nashville and several other cities across the US, and it was a success downtown. Several gathered outside Dolly's Songteller Hotel and Life of Many Colors Mu...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

government

Republicans shift messaging amid midterm realities

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - As the reality of the midterm elections set in, some Republicans on Capitol Hill have shifted their messaging away from President Donald Trump. Rep. Maria Salazar (R-FL) released an ad in both Spanish and English on Sept. 17 directly opposing parts of Trump...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

business

Nashville celebrates Dolly Parton with ‘Dolly Day’

What This Story Is About Nashville marked Sept. 25, or 9-25, as a citywide celebration of the late Dolly Parton. Why It Matters More than 150 businesses in Nashville held special events and fundraisers for local charities. What Happens Next The city wants to make “Dolly Day” an a...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 26, 2026

government

Supreme Court rejects a Trump-backed Missouri congressional map for the third time

The Supreme Court on Friday turned away an attempt to use a new Missouri congressional map backed by President Donald Trump, putting an end to a long-running legal dispute as absentee voting is underway in the midterm elections. The justices halted a federal appeals court ruling ...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 25, 2026

government

'Be like Dolly': Musicians Hall of Fame brings the sparkle to Dolly Day

Nashville marked Dolly Day on Sept. 25 with sequins, singalongs and a spirit of generosity, as more than 150 businesses and organizations across Middle Tennessee hosted themed events and tributes honoring the country music legend just one month after her passing. Mayor Freddie O'...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 25, 2026