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Critic's Pick: Video Store Day

Oct. 17, 10 a.m. at Danger Zone Video & 11 a.m. at Yazoo Taproom

Nashville Scene (alt-weekly)Oct 7, 2026

safety

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...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

parks

New venue ‘The Truth’ sparks congestion, traffic concerns in Wedgewood-Houston

What This Story Is About The Truth opened in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood less than a week ago, and neighbors said the venue is creating overall congestion to the point they avoid leaving their homes on show days. Why It Matters Neighbors said the congestion impacts their d...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

Local

Metro advances record $40.2M investment in affordable housing across Nashville

As Nashville continues to grow, city leaders are moving forward with the largest single round of affordable housing funding in Metro history, approving $40.2 million aimed at creating or preserving more than 1,100 homes across the city. The funding comes through the Barnes Housin...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

News

Austin Peay hosts Tarleton State in top 10 Saturday showdown

What This Story Is About Governors host Texans at 6pm on Saturday at Fortera Stadium Why It Matters It’s the first top 10 matchup Austin Peay football will host in program history What Happens Next The game is Saturday at 6pm For Context Jeff Faris has turned Austin Peay’s footba...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

government

Data center moratorium vote postponed after fight, protests

MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) — Chaos ensued during Tuesday night’s data center moratorium vote by the city council in Memphis, Tennessee. The vote has been postponed to Oct. 20. A large group of Memphis residents showed up to the meeting in opposition of data centers. Council...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

safety

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...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

News

Gulf storm may impact Middle Tennessee this weekend

Folks in Middle Tennessee are keeping an eye on the weather as a new tropical depression has formed in the Gulf and could soon be named Isaias.

FOX 17 WZTV Nashville (local news)Oct 7, 2026

parks

Yamamoto outduels Sale in rematch as Dodgers push Braves to brink of elimination

ATLANTA (Atlanta News First) - On Aug. 27, Atlanta Braves southpaw Chris Sale etched himself into the hearts of Braves Country and gave baseball fans everywhere a performance to remember. “A taste of October,” Braves play-by-play announcer Brandon Gaudin said that night amid a ra...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

business

Lawsuit questions how TDOT picked company for $9 billion I-24 Choice Lanes project

What This Story Is About A company that bid on the I-24 Choice Lanes project has sued TDOT, claiming the agency is withholding public records about the contract awarded to DriveTN. Why It Matters The lawsuit could determine how much the public learns about a 50-year, $9.2 billion...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

safety

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...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

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Body found in Tims Ford Lake, officials say

As of publication, officials have not confirmed the individual's identity. They are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the death, according to the FCSO....

WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

News

Woman shares story of surviving violence through podcast, production of Rocky Horror

Rehearsals are underway now for a show offering up some Halloween fun. For the woman directing it, this production's been part of a long journey. She's sharing the story of that journey, hoping to help others. "Hey. Welcome back. I'm Juniper-Quinn, and this is One Big Darkroom," ...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Oct 7, 2026

News

Lawmaker calls failed Christa Pike execution ‘pure incompetence’

What This Story Is About Clemmons is now calling for an independent investigation after two failed executions in Tennessee in the past five months. Why It Matters Rep. Clemmons said the duty of the state legally requires an execution to be carried out in a manner that does not re...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 6, 2026

government

Mt. Juliet holding town halls to educate public on Home Rule ahead of election

A question on this falls ballot could significantly affect how the City of Mt. Juliet handles growth and development, but many neighbors may not know much about it. The issue centers on whether the city should repeal its home rule charter, a topic city leaders think is complex en...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Oct 6, 2026

government

Data center moratorium vote ends abruptly amid protests, fistfight

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Chaos ensued at Tuesday night’s data center moratorium vote by the Memphis city council. A large group of Memphians showed up to the meeting in opposition of data centers. Councilwoman Yolanda Cooper-Sutton was pulled out of the meeting after arguing with p...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 6, 2026

safety

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...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 6, 2026

schools

Students turn on Cornell's president over the school's handling of gang rape allegations

Some of the students outraged by Cornell University's handling of an alleged fraternity house gang rape are directing their ire at the schools president, a longtime molecular physiology professor who has faced several crises since taking the top job. Michael Kotlikoff was Cornell...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Oct 6, 2026

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Tennessee lawmakers weigh framework for possible medical marijuana program

Tennessee lawmakers are taking a closer look at what a medical marijuana program could look like in the Volunteer State, working through dozens of pages of proposed regulations as they prepare for possible schedule changes at the federal level....

WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)Oct 6, 2026

government

President Trump promotes strong dollar

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The economic reports from the Trump administration point to a solid economy. But poll after poll finds Americans do not think the economy is in good shape. As the 2026 midterm elections approach, the Trump administration keeps insisting the economy is doing...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Oct 6, 2026

schools

Student loan interest rate reductions will continue, Education Department says

The Education Department has extended its offer for a 1% interest rate reduction on student loan balance for certain borrowers who qualify. Borrowers have from now until the end of the year to sign up for auto pay and get the benefit. Once approved, they will keep that reduced ra...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Oct 6, 2026