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Rain, thunderstorms expected Monday

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Scattered storms will move through Middle Tennessee late Sunday night and early Monday morning. More>>

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Police search for armed robbery suspect

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Police are asking for the public's help to catch a suspect in an armed robbery. More>>

Tropical Storm Alberto weakens off SC coast

Tropical Storm Alberto hovered off the South Carolina and Georgia coasts on Sunday, canceling tourist cruises, producing showers and serving as a reminder that the 2012 Atlantic hurricane season is just around the corner. More>>

Families displaced following apartment fire

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Four families were displaced Saturday, after a fire destroyed and East Nashville apartment. More>>

Former inmate says jail attack left him paralyzed

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A former inmate at the Sevier County jail has filed a federal lawsuit that says an attack at the facility last year left him paralyzed. More>>

Bee Gees' Robin Gibb has died

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Robin Gibb, whose vibrato comprised one-third of the harmony behind the legendary group the Bee Gees is dead after a long period of ill health.
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Tip leads to juvenile escapee's capture Video included

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Eleven days after escaping from authorities, a juvenile escapee was captured at a home in Madison. More>>

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An Oregon zoo keeper tends to a young bear cub removed from the wilderness. More>>

Convicted Lockerbie bomber dies of cancer in Libya

He was the embodiment of one of modern Libya's darkest chapters - a man synonymous with horrifying scenes of wreckage, broken families and a plane that fell out of the sky a generation ago. His name, Abdel Baset... More>>

Crews find teen swimmer's remains Video included

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At 10:15 a.m. Sunday, teams found the body of Logan Brittain, 16, not far from the area where he was last seen swimming, Perry County Sheriff's officials said. More>>

AP: Gov. Haslam transparency record mixed

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Gov. Bill Haslam says it's "not easy" to strike a balance between efficiency and transparency in state government. Several times this year the Republican governor has favored closing information. More>>

Scattered strong storms expected

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Many areas will remain dry however those areas that do get a storm will likely get a strong one with heavy downpours and potential for hail. More>>

Nashville trying to reduce domestic violence

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Officials in Nashville are trying to improve how the city handles domestic violence cases. More>>

TN sheriff 'confident' of arrest in woman's slaying

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A West Tennessee sheriff says he is "confident" that an arrest will be made in a slaying investigation that has gone on for months. More>>

Study: Defibrillators often not available at emergencies Video included

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Automated external defibrillators or AED's are designed to save cardiac arrest victims, but new research finds the devices are often too far out of reach during an emergency.   More>>

NAACP endorses same-sex marriage Video included

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The NAACP board voted Saturday to endorse same-sex marriage. More>>

Late-night swimmer causes drowning scare at Percy Priest Lake

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Emergency rescue crews have located a man who was reported missing while swimming at Percy Priest Lake. A group of boaters spotted the man swimming near Elm Hill Marina around 11:30 Saturday night. The More>>

Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg weds on day after IPO

A day after the historic Facebook IPO, founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg updated his status Saturday to "married." More>>

La Vergne holds foreclosure prevention event

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Foreclosure has become an epidemic felt all over the country. With that in mind, the city of La Vergne held a foreclosure prevention event Saturday, aimed at lending a hand to those fighting to keep their homes. More>>

SpaceX rocket launch aborted in last half-second

A new private supply ship for the International Space Station remained stuck on the ground Saturday after rocket engine trouble led to a last-second abort of the historic flight. More>>

Researchers finding graves from mining disaster

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University of Tennessee archaeologists are discovering the unmarked graves of itinerant miners who died in the 1902 Fraterville mining disaster. More>>

Tennessee Baptist Convention sells headquarters

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The Tennessee Baptist Convention is without a home tonight. That's the decision by the convention's executive board who unanimously agreed to accept a $9 million offer for its headquarters in Brentwood.
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Staycations offer more options for less money

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Staycations offer simple, cost-effective ways to enjoy downtime and provide an extending outing to your family. The idea is to find something unique to do that's within your area or even in your own hometown. More>>

Isolated storms expected Saturday evening

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Isolated storms are expected during the afternoon and evening hours on Saturday. Most areas will stay dry but those that do see a storm will experience very heavy downpours and the possibility of hail.
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Vaccine may cut breast cancer recurrence risk in half Video included

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A new breast cancer vaccine has been shown to cut the risk of recurrence by nearly half. More>>

Motorcyclist killed in I-24 accident

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Murfreesboro Police are investigating a fatal accident on I-24 westbound early Saturday morning. More>>

Tractor trailer wreck closes I-65 NB in Maury Co.

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Crews were working to clear a serious wreck Friday evening that closed all northbound lanes of I-65 in Maury County. More>>

Neighbors hope to rescue abandoned dogs Video included

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A few minutes meant all the difference Friday for two dogs that have had a miserable life. They were chained and abandoned at a house, left to die. More>>

Teacher fights back against teen burglary suspect Video included

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A teenager certainly chose to break into the wrong home. The woman who lives there is an assistant elementary school teacher, and she immediately fought back. More>>

Work continues on collapsed southern Ky. bridge

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Work will continue through the weekend in western Kentucky, where crews have been replacing a 322-foot span of a bridge that collapsed four months ago, hindering access to Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. More>>

Diamond Pet Foods issues another recall

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Missouri-based Diamond Pet Foods is voluntarily recalling another type of dog food because of potential exposure to salmonella. More>>

Job seekers missing important step for unemployment checks Video included

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Many Tennesseans have reported problems with their unemployment benefits and not receiving their checks, but the culprit might actually be something they aren't doing. More>>

New details in sex scandal involving city workers

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There may be more to the sex scandal that has led to a "housecleaning" at the Mt. Juliet City Hall. We have uncovered new details and allegations involving city workers, accused of sexting with their work phones and emails. More>>

Robertson Co. fighting problem with flying pests Video included

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Tiny, black insects are becoming such a problem in one Middle Tennessee town that some people have even considered moving, and county leaders are now planning to spend thousands to get rid of the pests. More>>

Diesel leak reported after Davidson County wreck

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A tractor trailer involved in a wreck Friday evening is leaking diesel fuel, officials said. The collision and leak were reported after 5 p.m. on White's Creek Pike at Greenbrier Road. More>>

Bulger's Beat: Nashville ballet set for unique showcase Video included

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The Nashville Ballet is offering a celebration of Nashville's creative side this weekend. Dance, music and visual art will all be on stage for the rare performances. More>>

Williamson deputy cites woman afraid of police impersonators Video included

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A Williamson County sheriff's deputy is in trouble with his own department for the way he spoke to a woman during a recent traffic stop in which she didn't immediately pull over. More>>

MegaBus mix-up leaves Nashville passengers steaming Video included

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When customers buy a ticket, they expect timely service. But after a mix-up on a warm day, some MegaBus passengers want refunds and an explanation. More>>

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Nashville air quality alert continues into weekend Video included

Updated: May 18, 2012 09:38 AM CDT

Davidson and surrounding counties are under an air quality alert for the second-straight day Saturday, and officials caution that the trend may continue. INSIDE: Tips to consider
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Bank robbery reported in Bellevue

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Police are investigating a bank robbery Friday afternoon at First Tennessee Bank near the Bellevue Shopping Center. More>>

Friday's recipe (5/18/12) - Aimee Fortney's mango avocado crab shooters Video included

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This is an easy, inexpensive recipe to serve at your next party, or to take to a cookout!  As simple as it is to make, the outcome is a beautiful, elegant display ... almost too pretty to eat.  Almost!AIMEE More>>

Plea reached in graduation party shooting death

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The man accused of shooting and killing a 14-year-old at a graduation party has pleaded guilty. More>>

Franklin police enforcing golf cart laws after teen's death Video included

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Franklin police said they're stepping up enforcement of laws about golf carts after two recent crashes involving teenagers. More>>

TDOT settles dispute over wetlands project Video included

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The Tennessee Department of Transportation will pay hundreds of thousands of dollars to replace wetlands it destroyed while building a major Middle Tennessee road. More>>

Nashville masseuse accused of fondling woman

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Police said a man posing as a masseuse has been arrested for allegedly fondling a woman who came to him for help. More>>

SEC, Big 12 reach deal for football champs to play

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The Big 12 and the Southeastern conferences have announced a deal that will pit their football regular-season champions against each other in a bowl game for five years beginning in 2014.
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Judge orders payments in Russian adoption case

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An American woman who adopted a Russian boy and then later sent him back to Moscow on a one-way flight has been ordered to pay $150,000 and cough up an additional $1,000 a month in child support. More>>

AP: Loretta Lynn married at 15, not 13 Video included

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Country music legend Loretta Lynn is three years older than she has led people to believe, an age change that undermines the story she told of being married at 13 in "Coal Miner's Daughter," documents obtained by The Associated Press show. More>>

Shirts, supporters help family of young survivor Video included

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The small town of Portland is rallying around a 3-month-old child who is beating all the odds. Andrew Hagewood was clinging to life when he received a heart transplant in March. More>>

Fallen troopers honored during National Police Week Video included

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Many paused Friday to remember the dozens of Tennessee Highway Patrol officers who have sacrificed their lives for the safety of others on the state's roads. More>>

Mayor promotes pedal power on Bike to Work day Video included

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Mayor Karl Dean led one of several groups bicycling to work Friday morning as part of National Bike to Work Day. More>>

Fort Campbell offering incentives to employees

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Fort Campbell is offering incentives to its civilian employees to leave their jobs or retire early and trying to find new jobs for others in order to reduce the number of civilian workers by the end of the fiscal year. More>>

Coffee Co. bus shortage could hamper sports

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Because of major budget cuts, athletes in Coffee County may have to find their own ride to the field. More>>

LaVergne offers free emergency alerts

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LaVergne is encouraging residents to sign up for alerts that could save their lives. More>>

Seniors take special 'bucket list' hot air balloon ride Video included

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When you talk about making a bucket list, you might think of someone who's middle aged - certainly not someone already living in a senior citizens' home. More>>

Blackman teacher fired after inappropriate contact

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A teacher at Blackman High School is out of a job after an alleged incident on a school bus. More>>

Currey Ingram breaks ground on new student center

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Hundreds of students, staff and guests gathered Wednesday to break ground on a 35,000-square-foot student center at a private Brentwood school. More>>

Small town doctor loses medical license

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A doctor from rural Sumner County has lost his license to practice in Tennessee. More>>

Former TN judge arrested on federal charges

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A former Tennessee judge who authorities say was addicted to prescription painkillers has been indicted on federal charges that he did not report the commission of a felony. More>>

Japan to honor Sen. Alexander, Vandy professor

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Japan is bestowing national decorations on Sen. Lamar Alexander and a Vanderbilt University professor. More>>

Suspect arrested in violent baseball bat attack

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A man wanted for a violent attack has been arrested in Springfield. Gregory Dale, 51, is accused of beating his girlfriend with a baseball bat. More>>

Man receives organ donation from unexpected work connection Video included

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Two Middle Tennessee families are forever connected in a way they never expected. It's a relationship that started at the office several years ago, but earlier this month a former boss and employee relationship became much more special. More>>

Teen kills herself while in sheriff's custody Video included

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There are many unanswered questions after a teenage girl, in the custody of a sheriff's department, took her own life Monday. More>>

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Robertson Co. highway reopened after tractor-trailer crash Video included

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A tractor-trailer caught fire after it was hit by a car early Tuesday morning, closing Highway 41 North in both directions near Drake Road in Robertson County. More>>

New driving tour trail launched in Gatlinburg

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You have a new trail to explore in the Great Smoky Mountains in East Tennessee. More>>

Bain family focused on healing

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A Bain family representative is offering new insight into the relationship between the Bain sisters and their suspected kidnapper, Adam Mayes. More>>

TVA raises fuel adjustment for June

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The Tennessee Valley Authority is increasing its fuel adjustment charge by 0.7 percent in June. More>>

Former Fisk basketball player killed in Buffalo

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Police have released the name of the former college basketball player who was fatally shot at a house party in Buffalo last weekend. More>>

1 in 3 autistic young adults lack jobs, education

One in 3 young adults with autism have no paid job experience, college or technical schooling nearly seven years after high school graduation, a study finds. That's a poorer showing than those with other disabilities... More>>

Henry Co. student dies in wreck days before graduation

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A Henry County High School student died in a terrible crash Monday afternoon in Paris. More>>

Jostens moving KS production work to Clarksville Video included

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Memorabilia maker Jostens says 372 jobs will be affected when it moves all production work from its Topeka plant to Clarksville, beginning in July. More>>

Springfield mother wants son's killer caught Video included

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A grieving Middle Tennessee family is asking for your help this weekend finding the person who murdered their only son. A community is coming together to help them get out an important message. More>>

Clarksville prostitution sting results in 6 arrests

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Clarksville police conducted their second prostitution sting of 2012 on Friday and Saturday and arrested six men on various charges. More>>

Unsolved murder victim's family to boost Crimestoppers reward

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It's been nearly two years since the murder of Nathan Morgan Jr. in Murfreesboro, shot to death by an unknown gunman. With clues slow to surface, Morgan's family has established a benefit fund to boost the Crimestoppers reward. More>>

Police say bomb in car at hotel is a hoax

Updated: May 12, 2012 05:20 PM CDT

Police in Dickson are investigating what could be a bomb in a car in the parking lot of a local motel Saturday evening. More>>

Bill would stop employers from asking for social media passwords

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Legislation has been introduced in the House and Senate which would prohibit companies from obtaining social media passwords from employees or job candidates. More>>

Channel 4's Julia Bruck flies with Blue Angels Video included

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The U.S. Navy Blue Angels are among the most elite teams in the country. Thousands of training hours are needed to join, and only few pilots are ever selected. More>>

Yep, I'm nursing

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This week's Time magazine cover depicts a 3-year-old boy latched on to his mother's partially exposed left breast. More>>

Gov. Haslam signs unemployment benefits bills Video included

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Starting soon, it could be more difficult for those on unemployment benefits in Tennessee to obtain and keep those benefits. Gov. Bill Haslam signed a trio of bills designed to keep people from abusing the system. More>>

Relative: Kidnap suspect claimed girls were his Video included

A Mississippi man killed a Tennessee mother and her teenage daughter so he could abduct two young sisters who are still missing, according to court documents filed Wednesday, and a relative says the suspect thought the two... More>>

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Wynonna joins Channel 4's Jimmy Carter at Grammy Block Party

Some big name stars are helping kick-off the start to the summer music season. The annual Grammy Block Party was under way Tuesday on Music Row, and Wynonna Judd joined Channel 4's Jimmy Carter. (5/8/12)
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Construction clears governor, staff out of Capitol

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Gov. Bill Haslam has relocated to temporary office space while the state Capitol gets renovated. More>>

Teen drivers risk death with each additional passenger

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The likelihood of a teen dying in a car crash increases significantly with each passenger they have under 21 years old when there are no older passengers, according to a study released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. More>>

MTSU meeting seeks to improve student performance

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About 30 leaders in education are meeting at Middle Tennessee State University this week to share ideas on ways to improve student performance. More>>

TN college gives WWII-era vets honorary degrees

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A Tennessee university is giving honorary degrees to World War II-era veterans who came to the state in the early 1940s for large-scale training exercises prior to the war in Europe. More>>

Santorum endorses one-time rival Romney

Former presidential hopeful Rick Santorum urged his supporters to back fellow Republican Mitt Romney's campaign Monday in a late-night email that ignored that Santorum once calling Romney the "worst Republican in the... More>>

Local police using high-tech license plate scanners Video included

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Even law-abiding citizens are often tracked by police cars on area roads. For about a year now, many local police departments have been using high-tech scanners to catch criminals. More>>

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