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Two arrested after cross-state police chase from Tennessee into Kentucky

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. (WSMV) - Two people were arrested, one of whom is facing an attempted murder charge involving a police officer, following a chase out of Tennessee into Kentucky, according to Kentucky State Police (KSP). Around midnight on Sept. 18, KSP was notified by the Tenn...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Vanderbilt steals improbable 35-31 win against NC State

What This Story Is About Vanderbilt rallied from a 17-point deficit to beat North Carolina State in the starting debut of ‘Dores freshman QB Jared Curtis Why It Matters The final touchdown by Vanderbilt was as improbable as it gets What Happens Next Vanderbilt will open SEC play ...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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2 face dozens of charges after dog pack attacks woman and neighbors, authorities say

CHARLOTTE, N.C. ( WBTV /Gray News) - Two people have been charged weeks after a dog pack attack in northwest Charlotte left several people injured in late August. Charlotte police are accusing 44-year-old Rychelle Morrow and 75-year-old Rodney Morrow of the ownership and “cruel” ...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Comedian Carrot Top hospitalized in Las Vegas, reports say

(Gray News) - Comedian Carrot Top was hospitalized in Las Vegas, according to multiple reports. Carrot Top’s representative Jami Schlicher told NBC News that the comedian is “recovering in the hospital and is receiving the care and support he needs.” The representative did not di...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Vols improve to 3-0 with 42-9 win over Kennesaw St.

What This Story Is About Tennessee wraps up the non-conference portion of its 2026 schedule against Kennesaw State Faizon Brandon experiencing his first official Vol Walk. #Vols (It was rained out against Furman) pic.twitter.com/rTK9R4PSfA — Rylee Robinson (@ryleerobinsontv...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Choir teacher charged with child sex crimes found with images of students, police say

BANGOR, Wis. ( WEAU /Gray News) - A Wisconsin choir teacher has been charged with child sex crimes that reportedly occurred over the summer months. According to court records, the charges against 28-year-old Paul Sadergaski include grooming a child for sexual activity from a posi...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Rescue group seeking answers after 7 puppies shot, 2 killed

CHILTON COUNTY, Ala. ( WBRC /Gray News) - An animal rescue group in Alabama said someone recently shot seven puppies and killed two of them. Now, the group is asking whoever shot the puppies to be held accountable and is asking for help. “Disgusted” is how the nonprofit, Chilton ...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Multi-vehicle crash shuts down portion of Ashland City Highway

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Ashland City Highway near Wwcr Avenue is closed in both directions according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. The crash happened around 12:20 p.m. and reportedly involved multiple vehicles. Drivers should avoid the area. WSMV 4 has reached ...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Trump announces US-Denmark-Greenland security agreement

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - President Donald Trump announced Friday the U.S. has entered into an agreement with Denmark and Greenland, giving the U.S. what he called permanent control over the territory’s security. Trump made the announcement on social media after months of insisting ...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Federal Highway Administration showcases new road safety tech

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The U.S. Department of Transportation held its first Road Safety Innovation Expo in Washington Friday, featuring more than 40 exhibitors displaying technology aimed at reducing risks on America’s roads. Exhibits at the expo included virtual reality headsets...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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2 arrested after police pursuit crosses into Kentucky

Kentucky State Police (KSP) said two people were arrested after a police pursuit in Tennessee crossed state lines into Kentucky. KSP said it was notified by the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) around midnight on Sept. 18 of a pursuit involving a vehicle from which shots had report...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Fight between high school football coaches leads to homecoming game cancellation

OBERLIN, La. ( KPLC /Gray News) - A reported fight broke out at a Louisiana high school football game Friday night that ended with the game being canceled. Authorities said Oberlin Tigers head coach Robert Etheridge got into an argument on the sideline before halftime with assist...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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NES says this animal was the cause of thousands of outages in South Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Thousands were briefly without power in South Nashville as temperatures skyrocket to the near triple digits on Saturday due to an animal, according to the Nashville Electric Service (NES). According to the NES outage map over 3,000 customers were without...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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What the Pentagon’s new testosterone screening policy means for troops

The Department of Defense released guidance this week requiring military service members older than 30 to undergo testosterone screenings, which officials say are meant to ensure that service members remain at peak performance levels throughout their careers. The screenings will ...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Multiple vehicles hit after semi-truck veers off road into Clarksville parking lot

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Multiple cars were damaged Friday night after a semi-truck veered off a road into a parking lot in Clarksville. Dash 10 Media reports that the wreck happened just after 11:15 p.m. on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard. Video from the scene shows a semi-truck with...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Community invited to sign card for longtime Metro Council member Phil Ponder

A giant card will be available Saturday at the Chick-fil-A in Hermitage for people to sign for longtime Metro Council Member and local artist Phil Ponder, who is receiving hospice care. Ponder, 93, is a former Metro Council member known for his artwork of local landmarks around M...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Power outages impacted thousands in Nashville

Thousands of customers were without power in Nashville Saturday morning, with South Nashville bearing the brunt of the impact.

WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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28-year-old Nashville woman killed in late-night crash

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A 28-year-old woman died in a Friday night crash in Nashville. Metro Nashville Police say the wreck happened on Great Circle Road at about 11 p.m. Savannah Stair, of Nashville, was behind the wheel of a Toyota 4Runner when “it ran off the road at a curve...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Lawyers say Equatorial Guinea police beat men deported by United States

Two men deported by the United States to Equatorial Guinea were arbitrarily arrested after police covered their heads with a bag, beat them and held them at gunpoint in a hotel-turned-detention center, their lawyers and rights groups said on Friday. Ahmed Soliman, an Egyptian nat...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Costco expands delivery options through new DoorDash partnership

Costco and DoorDash announced a partnership this week that will allow U.S. warehouse club members to have up to 4,000 items delivered to their doorsteps. DoorDash said Costco members can now order groceries, pantry staples, household essentials, electronics and seasonal merchandi...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Franklin bar announces closure, another reaches deal with city after beer board hearing

What This Story Is About Tin Roof 2 and Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor argued against the city’s efforts to suspend their beer permits and fine them for allegedly overserving customers. Why It Matters The city’s police chief believes they are being proactive regarding impaired driving a...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Reporters from CNN, MS Now, and Politico barred from White House

Several reporters were denied access to the White House on Saturday morning, one day after President Donald Trump said he would restrict access for several media organizations. MS Now, CNN and Politico had reporters denied entry. MS Now reporter Akayla Gardner said she and a phot...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Palestinian nonprofits see surge in donations after Macklemore’s $1M pledge

For the Palestinian relief nonprofits behind a $1 million pledge from rapper Macklemore, the Grammy winner's latest contributions offer more than just money. Macklemore committed to donate his net earnings from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour after he was dropped for making pro-Palestinia...

NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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InvestigateTV+ Weekend: AI changing how rental cars are inspected

( InvestigateTV ) — AI is changing how rental cars are inspected. But Rachel DePompa found when a system flags damage, renters can be left fighting a bill they don’t understand. Plus, when the power goes out, the clock starts – for food, medical equipment and daily life. Then, ut...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Woman becomes trooper after husband killed by drunk driver

PHOENIX ( AZFamily /Gray News) — An Arizona woman who recently graduated from the state’s Department of Public Safety academy cited her husband’s death as motivation for joining. Tracy Murphy graduated from the Arizona Department of Public Safety academy as part of Class 39, beco...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Braves clinch postseason berth for 8th time in last 9 years

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - After an abnormal 2025 season in which Atlanta missed the postseason for the first time in seven years, the Braves are officially returning to the postseason following Friday night’s win over the Houston Astros. Tyler Mahle, perhaps the best ac...

WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026

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Record September heat floods Nashville HVAC repair companies with calls

A heat dome, a strong high-pressure system that traps hot air over the same area, has settled over Middle Tennessee. It has kept temperatures near triple digits day after day, forcing air-conditioning systems to work overtime and HVAC technicians to race from one service call to ...

WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)Sep 19, 2026