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MTSU dorm assistant accused of videotaping female students in shower

Larry Flowers — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:38:00 EDT

MTSU police say they have gotten the man who was videotaping women in a dorm shower. The suspect had easy access to the campus dorm.

Boy Scouts of America to allow gay members

Carley Gordon — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:35:00 EDT

The Boy Scouts of America has approved a resolution that will allow any child who otherwise qualifies for a Boy Scout program to be allowed to join regardless of sexual orientation.

TN officers to check for boating safety this holiday weekend

Carley Gordon — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:25:00 EDT

The summer boating season is about to set sail, but before you head to the lake, there are some things you should know.

Downtown neighbors upset at no-bid project for $4M police precinct

Nancy Amons — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:53:00 EDT

Nashville's newest police precinct, which will be built across from the Music City Center, is being fast-tracked against the objection of more than 90 downtown property owners.

Suspect arrested in series of East Nashville robberies

Kevin Young — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:45:00 EDT

Metro police have arrested a man accused in at least three robberies and an attempted homicide this month in East Nashville.

Nashville grandmother tells story of survival in OK tornado

Josh DeVine — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:22:00 EDT

The images coming out of Oklahoma after the destructive EF5 tornado have been captivating, especially for those who have family in the Moore, OK, area.

Preds event raises thousands for Oklahoma tornado relief

Terry Bulger — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:07:00 EDT

Oklahoma and ice hockey don't exactly go together, but they did Thursday on the plaza outside Bridgestone Arena in downtown Nashville.

Bond reduced for Brentwood man accused of killing wife

Dennis Ferrier — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:00:00 EDT

A Williamson County judge on Thursday reduced the bond of a Brentwood man accused of his killing his wife at their home in the Governor's Club.

Great Britain's Prince Edward visiting Nashville

Scott Sutton — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:53:00 EDT

Queen Elizabeth's youngest son, Prince Edward, is visiting Tennessee to promote one of the British royal family's charities, the Duke of Edinburgh's awards.

Pipeline project resumes after Radnor Lake spill

Carley Gordon — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:43:00 EDT

Piedmont Gas crews have resumed construction on the controversial pipeline project at Radnor Lake State Park after a messy problem last week.

2 suspects indicted in 6 Lincoln County homicides

Jonathan Martin — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:10:00 EDT

Two suspects have been indicted on six counts each of first-degree murder in a string of multiple homicides in Lincoln County and Alabama last year.

Murfreesboro restaurant robbery suspects arrested in Memphis

Larry Flowers — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:52:00 EDT

Murfreesboro police say two final suspects have been arrested in connection to the Demos' restaurant robbery Monday morning.

Rep. DesJarlais reprimanded for having sex with patients

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:55:00 EDT

Rep. Scott DesJarlais, a licensed physician, has been reprimanded and fined by the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners for having sex with patients before he was elected to Congress.

Perry Co. photographer facing child pornography charges

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:35:00 EDT

Federal prosecutors say a professional photographer from Perry County has been charged with possessing child pornography.

2 Hillsboro HS students hit by vehicle

Jennifer Herron — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:14:00 EDT

Two girls, ages 15 and 16, who attend Hillsboro High School, were hit by a car in Green Hills.

Gunman shot by police in DeKalb County

Scott Sutton — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:40:00 EDT

A man was shot by officers in DeKalb County after he drew a weapon late Wednesday night, according to the local sheriff's office.

Woman collects 75,000 pounds of donations for Haiti

Ian Reitz — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:08:00 EDT

In a few weeks a Middle Tennessee woman will be on her way to Haiti after conducting a successful shoe drive to help the needy.

Car hit by bullets in Hendersonville; driver not hurt

Scott Sutton — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:30:00 EDT

Police are still searching for a gunman in Hendersonville following a drive-by shooting Wednesday night.

Mom accused of offering boat to have daughter killed

Carley Gordon — Thu, 23 May 2013 10:51:00 EDT

A woman who went to prison in the 1970s for having her husband killed is now accused of plotting a hit on her own daughter, and police say they foiled her latest alleged scheme just in time.

Boy Scouts vote on gay members

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:36:00 EDT

Fourteen-hundred members of The Boy Scouts of America's National Council are expected to vote in Texas on Thursday on whether to end the group's ban on gay youths.

Judge suspends conservator over fee amounts

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:16:00 EDT

A Davidson County Probate Court judge has permanently suspended a public guardian, citing fees she charged her clients.

Franklin thief steals credit cards, buys $2K bracelet

Scott Sutton — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:16:00 EDT

Franklin police want to find the suspect who stole credit cards from a nursing home and then bought a $2,500 bracelet.

Murfreesboro changing school start times this fall

Scott Sutton — Thu, 23 May 2013 07:54:00 EDT

If you live in Murfreesboro, your child might be starting school at a different time next year.

Drugs found stored at shed near Overton HS

Anne McCloy — Thu, 23 May 2013 07:19:00 EDT

Police busted a drug deal in progress but learned there was a substantial amount of drugs stashed at two other locations.

Metro officer could be at fault in collision, captain says

Kevin Young — Thu, 23 May 2013 06:36:00 EDT

A Metro police officer was involved in a crash Wednesday evening while responding to an emergency call.

Woman makes miraculous recovery after hit-and-run

Alan Frio — Thu, 23 May 2013 06:29:00 EDT

Angela Riley is still lapsing in and out of a coma 11 days after she was struck by a hit-and-run driver.

Clinic available to Cheatham, Robertson Co. vets on Friday

Thu, 23 May 2013 06:03:00 EDT

State and local veterans affairs officials are hosting a one-stop clinic for Robertson County and Cheatham County military veterans on Friday.

Federal grants help landowners conserve wildlife

Thu, 23 May 2013 06:01:00 EDT

Federal officials have set aside more than $1 million for Tennessee landowners who help conserve wildlife.

Soldier dad returns home to surprise children on train

Kevin Young — Wed, 22 May 2013 23:04:00 EDT

He is normally accustomed to traveling in a helicopter while on the front line in Afghanistan, but an old railroad dining car turned out to be the vehicle of choice for a soldier who made a special surprise.

Bulger's Beat: Nashville man continues Chinese art tradition

Terry Bulger — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:35:00 EDT

A Nashville man who brought the ancient Chinese tradition of Gyotaku with him when he immigrated as a young boy now implements that art of fish rubbing at his longtime home on Old Hickory Lake.

Man upset over foreclosure allegedly attacks judge at Hobby Lobby

Larry Flowers — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:32:00 EDT

A Rutherford County judge came face-to-face with an angry man who had previously appeared in his courtroom. The man had lost his home in foreclosure and blamed the judge in the confrontation at a Hobby Lobby store.

Middle TN deploys more resources to aid tornado recovery

Josh DeVine — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:16:00 EDT

There's been a huge outpouring of support from Middle Tennessee in the aftermath of the deadly Oklahoma tornado.

Child, 2, shot in the head, survives injuries

Julia Bruck — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:13:00 EDT

A 2-year-old child in Trigg County was shot in the head but survived his injuries Tuesday night.

Vandy drops SEC baseball tourney opener to A&M, 5-0

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:48:00 EDT

Ray Parker pitched eight-plus innings to lead Texas A&M to a 5-0 victory over top-seeded Vanderbilt on Wednesday in the second round of the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament.

Nashville judge permanently suspends public guardian

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:47:00 EDT

A Nashville judge has permanently suspended the public guardian of Davidson County while citing "significant concerns" that she charged excessive fees to the elderly and disabled people she is supposed to protect.

Fort Campbell homecoming holds special reunions

Forrest Sanders — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:28:00 EDT

Following a Fort Campbell homecoming just the night before, yet another one hundred soldiers arrived on post from Afghanistan Wednesday morning.

Child allegedly abused on school bus as monitor played on cell phone

Jonathan Martin — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:26:00 EDT

The parents of a student with special needs claim a teenager assaulted their son on a Cheatham County school bus while the bus monitor was distracted on her cell phone.

Last of missing from Oklahoma tornado accounted for

Cecelia Hanley — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:56:00 EDT

The last of the missing from Monday's massive tornado that tore through the town of Moore, OK, have been accounted for.

Company in Gallatin crane collapse has history of accidents

Kimberly Curth — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:48:00 EDT

Federal safety officials are investigating what caused a crane to collapse Tuesday and topple on to a moving car, and the Channel 4 I-Team has learned the company in charge of that crane has a history of work site accidents.

Correctional officers, inmates' families accused of sneaking in phones

Jeremy Finley — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:32:00 EDT

Termination records obtained by the Channel 4 I-Team show 17 state employees were fired in 2011, accused of bringing contraband into prisons, including cell phones.

Longtime good Samaritan now in need of support

Dennis Ferrier — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:21:00 EDT

A Joelton man who quietly made a difference all his life now needs other people to save his.

Federal judge dismisses Nashville charter school suit

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:42:00 EDT

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against the Metro Nashville Board of Education brought by a charter school that was ordered to be closed because of poor student performance.

1 killed in London terror attack, 2 suspects hospitalized

RNN Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:21:00 EDT

One man is dead after two men attacked him in broad daylight with knives and meat cleavers.

Tennessee recoups $15M in unemployment benefits

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:29:00 EDT

State Labor Department officials say they have recouped about $15.3 million worth of fraudulently collected unemployment benefits by garnishing tax refunds and other federal payments to people who were not entitled to...

Teens suspected of stabbing man outside Spring Hill restaurant

Julia Bruck — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:07:00 EDT

Spring Hill police say two teens are suspected of stabbing a man last weekend in the parking lot of a Cracker Barrel restaurant.

More thunderstorms in afternoon forecast

Paul Heggen — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:38:00 EDT

An upper-level low pushing across the area is expected to bring another round of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon.
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Nashville burying toxic chemicals near Cumberland River

Demetria Kalodimos — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:35:00 EDT

There is a lot of demolition and construction going on in Nashville these days, but there are serious concerns about the city's plan of action for getting rid of an old building with troublesome things inside.

GA men arrested on drug charges at Cookeville motel

Kevin Young — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:13:00 EDT

Two Georgia men are accused of trafficking drugs outside a Cookeville motel, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.

Woman punched, robbed at Nashville Redbox kiosk

Kevin Young — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:03:00 EDT

Metro police say two suspects are in custody and a third remains on the run after a woman was punched and robbed outside a Nashville Walgreens while trying to use a Redbox movie rental kiosk.

Deputy fired, accused of bringing contraband to inmates

Scott Sutton — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:11:00 EDT

A deputy at the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center was fired earlier this month after he was accused of bringing marijuana, tobacco and a cell phone to inmates.

Tariff blamed for loss of jobs in East TN town

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:58:00 EDT

An antiquated tariff designed to protect American textile mills from foreign competitors is being blamed for threatening a Rockwood company that manufactures carbon fiber.

Juveniles walking to alternative school rob man, say police

Scott Sutton — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:31:00 EDT

Two juveniles on their way to alternative school used a pellet gun to rob a downtown Clarksville businessman who was on his way to work, according to police.

Auto parts store burglarized on Rosa Parks Boulevard

Adrianne Flores — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:06:00 EDT

High-priced electronics and other valuables were stolen overnight at an auto store just north of downtown Nashville.
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Man charged with faking marriage to visit inmate

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:09:00 EDT

Washington County authorities say a man faked a marriage certificate so he could visit a woman held in the Johnson City Detention Facility.

Channel 4, Kroger team up to collect Oklahoma tornado relief donations

Kevin Young — Wed, 22 May 2013 09:52:00 EDT

WSMV-TV and Kroger are teaming up with the American Red Cross to help the victims of the deadly Oklahoma tornado.

Fracking up for discussion on Capitol Hill

Scott Sutton — Wed, 22 May 2013 09:51:00 EDT

Environmental groups are heading to the state capitol Wednesday to talk about rules for natural gas drilling.

iPhone helps police arrest YMCA theft suspect

Anne McCloy — Wed, 22 May 2013 07:14:00 EDT

Police were able to arrest a suspect in recent thefts at a YMCA by tracking a stolen cell phone, according to the Herald Citizen.

$22,000 reward offered in bald eagle shootings

Wed, 22 May 2013 07:04:00 EDT

Officials are offering up to a $22,000 reward for information leading to convictions in the shooting of two bald eagles in eastern Tennessee.

Music City Center employs more workers than estimated

Nancy Amons — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:56:00 EDT

The number of construction jobs created at the Music City Center project ended up being much higher than the anticipated estimates.

Opry House honors military with special performance

Jimmy Carter — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:33:00 EDT

The Grand Ole Opry rolled out the red carpet for the troops for a special program Tuesday evening honoring the United States military.

NWS: OK tornado had winds of at least 200 mph

RNN Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:16:00 EDT

The tornado, with winds up to 200 mph, cut a 20-mile stretch as wide as two miles through the Oklahoma City metro area. The medical examiner's office reported 24 people died, including nine children.

Petition seeks to remove Murfreesboro red-light cameras

Larry Flowers — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:55:00 EDT

A current and former Middle Tennessee State University student have made it their mission to get rid of red-light cameras across Murfreesboro, claiming they're a revenue stream and not effective.

NC woman tried to kill family with toxic cheese, says sheriff

Scott Sutton — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:39:00 EDT

A woman in North Carolina is accused of poisoning her family with cheese tainted with household chemicals.

Car smashed as construction crane topples onto road

Carley Gordon — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:25:00 EDT

A crane at the site of a Tennessee Department of Transportation bridge project collapsed onto a vehicle Tuesday afternoon south of Gallatin.

Tea party group protests IRS outside Nashville federal building

Scott Sutton — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:04:00 EDT

Dozens of protesters rallied Tuesday outside the federal building in downtown Nashville, demanding further investigation into the IRS' alleged targeting of conservative groups.

Holly Bobo's family takes issue with tweet from TBI spokesperson

Kimberly Curth — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:43:00 EDT

The family of missing nursing student Holly Bobo has some strong words for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.

TN sending relief to OK tornado victims

Adrianne Flores — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:56:00 EDT

Tennesseans didn't waste time assembling resources to help Oklahoma tornado victims following Monday's storms.

Metro Schools prepares with extensive severe weather plan

Josh DeVine — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:40:00 EDT

Given the devastation in Oklahoma, any risk for severe weather can cause anxiety, and that is especially true for parents with kids at school.

TN standardized tests to move from paper to computers

Anne McCloy — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:40:00 EDT

By next spring, Tennessee students will have to take the TCAP and all other standardized tests on the computer.

TDOT announces Smith Co. rockslide cleared, road reopens

Scott Sutton — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:26:00 EDT

The Tennessee Department of Transportation said it has reopened a blocked Smith County road Tuesday after days of cleanup following a massive rockslide earlier this month.

Driver slams into power pole on White Bridge Road

Scott Sutton — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:00:00 EDT

Power was knocked out to hundreds of residents in Nashville overnight after a truck slammed into a pole on White Bridge Road.

Victims identified in deadly Sumner County crash

Julia Bruck — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:50:00 EDT

Two people have died in a serious wreck on Hartsville Pike, according to Sumner County officials.
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Tennesseans oppose online tax, says new poll

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:01:00 EDT

A new Vanderbilt University poll finds a majority of Tennesseans oppose the state enforcing online sales taxes, though respondents were split on whether the current system is fair to local businesses.

Nashville man files false taxes, sentenced to prison

Scott Sutton — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:25:00 EDT

A Nashville resident will serve 13 months in prison for filing false tax returns.

More women arrested for pain pills stresses jails

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:52:00 EDT

A Tennessee prosecutor says the burgeoning pain pill problem is filling jails beyond capacity with women.

Henry to become permanent DCS commissioner

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:43:00 EDT

Gov. Bill Haslam has named interim Children's Services Commissioner Jim Henry to fill the post permanently.

Emotional video of tornado survivor goes viral

Aaron Barker — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:56:00 EDT

An interview with the survivor of the massive tornado in Moore, OK, on Monday quickly went viral.

Publisher leaving Music Row for downtown

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:49:00 EDT

Music publisher Sony/ATV is moving its administrative offices from Nashville's famed Music Row to new offices downtown.

Nashville Zoo welcomes clouded leopard cubs, lynx

Scott Sutton — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:22:00 EDT

The Nashville Zoo announced Tuesday they are welcoming the recent births of a female Eurasian lynx and two female clouded leopard cubs.

Father charged with leaving kids in hot car

Anne McCloy — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:14:00 EDT

A father is facing charges after police said he left his young kids in a hot car Monday in the Gulch area of downtown.

Man with Bible taped to chest accused of hitting officer with car

Kevin Young — Tue, 21 May 2013 07:59:00 EDT

A Nashville man is accused of striking a police officer with his car.

TX truck driver arrested in man's death at Nashville motel

Scott Sutton — Tue, 21 May 2013 06:11:00 EDT

A suspect has been arrested in the death of a west Tennessee man at a north Nashville motel earlier this month.

More troops due back at Fort Campbell

Tue, 21 May 2013 06:06:00 EDT

Families and friends will be meeting loved ones this week at Fort Campbell, where more soldier are returning to the post on the Kentucky-Tennessee from Afghanistan.

Nashville jail officer accused of child porn possession

Kevin Young — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:46:00 EDT

A corrections officer was arrested right at the jail where he works.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for Music City Center

Josh DeVine — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:08:00 EDT

Mayor Karl Dean hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Music City Center on Monday morning.
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Records show dozens of Nashville firetrucks not running properly

Jeremy Finley — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:25:00 EDT

When a house is on fire or somebody's injured, emergency responders don't have time for delays. But there's a problem firefighters are experiencing that you've never heard before. Some of their own trucks are not starting.

Walden's Puddle overrun with injured, abandoned animals

Dennis Ferrier — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:49:00 EDT

One of the busiest hospitals in Middle Tennessee is now almost overrun with patients. In fact, it's never had more admissions than it does right now.

Lebanon police arrest man suspected in 1997 Nashville death

Jamie Morrone — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:23:00 EDT

Lebanon police on Friday night arrested a suspect accused of killing a man in Nashville 16 years ago.

Watertown yearbook honors those who faced death with courage

Dennis Ferrier — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:59:00 EDT

As another school year comes to a close, it's once again time for thousands of Middle Tennessee students to receive their yearbooks and have their friends sign.

Mayor Dean continues push for improved education during State of Metro address

Nancy Amons — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:42:00 EDT

Following the ceremony to open the new Music City Center, Mayor Karl Dean gave the 50th annual State of Metro Address in which he pushed for improved public education, more mass transit and creating new housing for low-income residents.

Monday's recipe (5/20/13) - Aimee Fortney's healthy roasted chocolate bananas

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:40:00 EDT

An easy, healthy dessert does not have to be difficult! Roasting bananas makes them even sweeter, and a little bit of chocolate chips goes a long way, once they are melted! This is a delicious, guilt-free

TN college tuition set to increase again this fall

Anne McCloy — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:17:00 EDT

Tennessee college students can expect to pay more for tuition next fall, but the increase for state universities could be less than it has been in recent years.

Stamp to honor music legend Johnny Cash

Scott Sutton — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:06:00 EDT

A ceremony is scheduled next month to unveil a new stamp in honor of country music legend Johnny Cash.

Meharry Medical College names interim president

Kevin Young — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:04:00 EDT

A former dean of the Meharry Medical College School of Medicine has once again been tapped as interim president of the Nashville institution.

Belmont introduces new women's basketball coach

Chris Harris — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:21:00 EDT

Cameron Newbauer becomes the 4th head coach in Belmont women's hoops history

Man shot at Smyrna basketball court

Scott Sutton — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:17:00 EDT

A man is in the hospital after being shot at a basketball court Sunday night as police continue to piece together several conflicting stories.

Cheerleader released from hospital after Montgomery Co. crash

Forrest Sanders — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:59:00 EDT

One of the Montgomery Central High School cheerleaders injured in a crash last week has been released from the hospital, but the other teen remains in the care of doctors.

Husband sought in death of wife kills self in GA

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:51:00 EDT

A homicide suspect police had been searching for has killed himself in a Georgia motel room, according to the sheriff of Hamilton County.

Clarksville police identify body found Saturday morning

Calie Sneed — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:50:00 EDT

Police said a man found dead at a pumping station off of Fort Campbell Boulevard in Clarksville appeared to be the victim of a homicide.

One lane open on I-65S in Robertson Co. after crash

Scott Sutton — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:18:00 EDT

One lane of Interstate 65 is now open in Robertson County after an overturned tractor-trailer crash Monday morning.

Armed robbers steal car after Antioch wreck

Anne McCloy — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:35:00 EDT

Police are searching for two young men who robbed and carjacked two people at the scene of a crash in Antioch early Monday morning.

Could Bonnaroo site host more events?

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:47:00 EDT

The rural site where the Bonnaroo music festival is held may play host to other events as well.

Murfreesboro boy safe after overnight Amber alert

Maurice Miller — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

A Murfreesboro boy is safe after an Amber Alert was issued overnight.

Civil War exhibit visits Green Hills

Mon, 20 May 2013 06:15:00 EDT

A national traveling exhibit on the Civil War will be on display at Nashville's Green Hills Library beginning on Monday.

Motorcyclists ride to raise money for cancer research

Jamie Morrone — Mon, 20 May 2013 00:06:00 EDT

Dozens of bikers rode together Sunday to help beat pediatric brain cancer.

Columbia officers collide during police chase

Jamie Morrone — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:48:00 EDT

Two Columbia police cruisers collided Sunday morning while trying to stop a suspected drunk driver.

Cleanup and investigation continues after train derailment

Matt Campbell — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

Dozens of passengers and employees were among those injured when two Metro-North trains collided near a station in Fairfield Friday night.

Tennessee soldier dies while vacationing in San Juan

Micca Terrell — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:12:00 EDT

A Tennessee soldier on vacation in San Juan drowned while swimming on the beach, police said.

Party ends in gunfire

Calie Sneed — Sun, 19 May 2013 12:18:00 EDT

A late night party got out of control and ended in gunfire.

Police find meth materials in a home with kids

Calie Sneed — Sun, 19 May 2013 07:14:00 EDT

Police responded to a domestic call at a home on Hazelwood Drive just before 4 a.m. Sunday morning.

Gun found at middle school dance, student arrested

Micca Terrell — Sun, 19 May 2013 00:30:00 EDT

A student reported to school leaders and resource officers at the Freedom Middle School eighth-grade dance Friday night that another student had brought a gun to the event, according to Franklin Special School District officials.

Michelle Obama tells MLK graduates to chase dreams

Jonathan Martin — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:16:00 EDT

First Lady Michelle Obama congratulated students at Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet School's graduation Saturday, in her only high school commencement speech this year.

Lipscomb hires Alexander as new men's hoops coach

Chris Harris — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:17:00 EDT

Former Belmont player, assistant takes over at rival school

Vandy baseball earns record 26th SEC win

Chris Harris — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:23:00 EDT

The 'Dores also won their 18th straight weekend series. The team is 48-7 overall, 26-3 in the SEC.

Use of red-light cameras debated in Murfreesboro

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:19:00 EDT

A group in Murfreesboro has started a petition to end the use of red-light cameras, but police say the traffic enforcement measure has improve safety.

Police warn of new car break-in scheme

Carley Gordon — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:04:00 EDT

Imagine if thieves could get inside your car without leaving a trace. Saturday night, Metro Police said there were six car burglaries in the same downtown parking garage. Some were near the valet service.

Sales of guns, ammo slows after background check vote fails

Anne McCloy — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:34:00 EDT

The initial rush for ammunition and guns in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting and the resulting fear over possible tougher gun laws has subsided.

KY veteran among 15 killed in Afghanistan blast

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:07:00 EDT

A Kentucky veteran who was working as a civilian contractor in Afghanistan has died in an explosion in Kabul that killed at least 15 people including six Americans.

Jury convicts KY man in Knoxville torture murders

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:06:00 EDT

A jury has sentenced a Kentucky man to life in prison with the possibility of parole for the brutal murders of a couple who were kidnapped during a carjacking in Knoxville. Under the terms, 30-year-old George Thomas will...

Gang leader sentenced to more than 78 years

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:06:00 EDT

A gang leader has been sentenced to serve more than 78 years in a federal prison for his role in three armed home invasion robberies in Nashville.

Attorney seeks judge recusal after prompt to buy court a TV

Jeremy Finley — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:50:00 EDT

Some are asking whether a judge should step down from a trial after the judge made an unusual request of the attorneys in the case, the Channel 4 I-Team has learned.

State of TN to outsource maintenance jobs to private firm

Kimberly Curth — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:32:00 EDT

More than 100 workers are getting pink slips from the state as part of a major job outsourcing plan.

Feds investigate possible hate crime at Muslim family's home

Adrianne Flores — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:32:00 EDT

Those who live in a south Nashville neighborhood awoke to the sound of an explosion Friday morning, and now the family who lives at the home is wondering if they were targeted because of their religion.

Lottery hopefuls seek record $600 million Powerball jackpot

Josh DeVine — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:31:00 EDT

The jackpot for the Powerball lottery drawing Saturday is now a record $600 million, which has many people wondering what they would do with the winnings.

TBI criticizes nonprofit investigators, WSMV about Holly Bobo reports

Dennis Ferrier — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:28:00 EDT

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has gone public with its criticism of a nonprofit detective team investigating the 2-year-old Holly Bobo missing person's case.

Bulger's Beat: Bobby Bare honored for great country career

Terry Bulger — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:40:00 EDT

Country music great Bobby Bare is now 78, yet he's one of the newest inductees of the Country Music Hall of Fame.

TBI: Non-profit agency didn't investigate Bobo disappearance to law enforcement standards

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT

The TBI has determined that the non-profit organization "Without Warning" did not investigate the missing persons case of Holly Bobo to law enforcement standards as reported by Channel 4 News.

WSMV issues statement regarding TBI news release

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:10:00 EDT

WSMV is aware of law enforcement concerns about the findings of a private detective group working on behalf of Holly Bobo's family. A number of stories on Channel 4 simply reported on those findings.

Friday's recipe (5/17/13) - Aimee Fortney's margarita shrimp tacos

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:40:00 EDT

Tequila is actually good for you, when you buy 100% Agave. It helps aid digestion and is even good for inflammation. So these delicious margarita tacos taste both like a margarita and a shrimp taco. These

Strong storms reported in Middle Tennessee

Kevin Young — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:29:00 EDT

The National Weather Service has allowed previous tornado warnings in Giles and Lincoln counties to expire as strong storms move northward from Alabama.

6 indicted after accused of defrauding Nissan

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:25:00 EDT

Six people have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Nashville after being accused of running a scheme to defraud Nissan North America of more than $570,000.

TBI cancels Amber Alert for Georgia girl

Kevin Young — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:00:00 EDT

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has canceled a statewide Amber Alert for a Georgia girl believed to be abducted by her father.

Franklin police called to fireworks complaint discover marijuana

Kevin Young — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:58:00 EDT

Franklin police responding to complaints about fireworks at a Hunters Chase Drive home later discovered an extensive marijuana grow operation at the home.

Woman rescued from Cumberland after fall from bridge

Chuck Morris — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:04:00 EDT

A woman who fell into the Cumberland River from a bridge on Old Hickory Boulevard has been rescued safely.

Man admits smoking crack before standoff on motel roof

Adrianne Flores — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:45:00 EDT

Police said a homeless man admitted to smoking crack cocaine before a three-hour police standoff on the roof of a south Nashville motel Friday morning.

Veteran Metro police sergeant resigns amid investigation

Josh DeVine — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:28:00 EDT

A veteran Metro police sergeant resigned from his position on Thursday a week after being decommissioned.

Florida man repairing RV killed in I-24 crash

Kevin Young — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:55:00 EDT

A man who was underneath his motor home along Interstate 24 was killed when a tractor-trailer crashed into his vehicle Thursday afternoon.

Nosy neighbor credited with stopping Franklin burglaries

Scott Sutton — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

A neighbor may have stopped a crime Thursday morning by being a tad nosy.

Pedestrian hit by car in Lebanon

Scott Sutton — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:59:00 EDT

A man had to be airlifted to the hospital after being hit by a car overnight in Wilson County.

Meth found inside toothbrush holder after traffic stop

Scott Sutton — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:58:00 EDT

Police say a woman's creative attempt to hide her illegal drugs didn't fool authorities.

5,000 pain pills found inside speeding car

Scott Sutton — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:32:00 EDT

A convicted drug dealer is in police custody after he was caught with a large amount of cash and pills while speeding in Madison.

Drugs found inside Dickson HS teacher's car

Scott Sutton — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:13:00 EDT

A Dickson County High School English teacher was cited Thursday after police found drugs inside her car, which was parked at the school.

Colorado man killed in I-24 crash; driver charged with DUI

Scott Sutton — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:08:00 EDT

Police think alcohol caused a fatal wreck in Christian County on Thursday.

SUV trailing governor's vehicle damaged by gate

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:51:00 EDT

One of the sport utility vehicles assigned to the governor's office is getting more than $10,000 in repairs after getting caught on a security gate at the state Capitol.

Gov. Haslam to attend Clarksville veterans home groundbreaking

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:24:00 EDT

Gov. Bill Haslam will help break ground Friday on the future Montgomery County State Veterans Home site in Clarksville.

Conventions lining up for new Music City Center

Jennifer Johnson — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:10:00 EDT

With the grand opening of the Music City Center just days away, visitors are getting a better idea of what to expect when the doors open.

Room at school allows students to take break from stress

Ian Reitz — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:05:00 EDT

What started as a Girl Scouts project has turned into a life-changing learning experience for a group of students.

Family's battle with DCS over baby's custody finally over

Nancy Amons — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:05:00 EDT

A couple's frustrating battle with the Department of Children's Services regarding custody of their child is finally over.

Charter schools losing struggling students to zoned schools

Dennis Ferrier — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:44:00 EDT

Leaders with Metro Nashville Public Schools have serious concerns about what is happening at some of the city's most popular charter schools.

Pit bull once placed on 'death row' gets second chance

Jonathan Martin — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:28:00 EDT

A dog considered vicious and sentenced to death is now getting a second chance. The pit bull killed another dog, but what happened in court caused the judge to reverse his ruling.

Rape suspect posts Craigslist ad seeking female roommate

Kimberly Curth — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:45:00 EDT

Police are concerned, and a court may take action, after the Channel 4 I-Team discovered a suspect awaiting trial for rape trying to recruit a single woman to move in with him.

Big retail development coming to Hillsboro Village

Carley Gordon — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:33:00 EDT

Some big changes are coming to one of Nashville's busiest and most high-profile neighborhoods.

Nashville officers lobby for first pay raise in four years

Carley Gordon — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:39:00 EDT

A public battle is brewing over just how much Nashville's police officers should be paid. Advocates say officers aren't being rewarded for making a big dent in crime, and their campaign is now headed to the streets.

Portland officer's vehicle crashes after high-speed pursuit

Kevin Young — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:12:00 EDT

A Portland police officer was involved in a crash following a high-speed chase Thursday afternoon near Interstate 65 in Sumner County.

Senate approves 2-year moratorium on dam barriers

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:06:00 EDT

A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plan to put controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams in Kentucky and Tennessee would be held off under a two-year moratorium.

Friends: Woman wasn't suicidal when car went into water

Alan Frio — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:02:00 EDT

DeKalb County deputies made an heroic effort to save Nancy Randolph, but it was in vain. They arrived minutes after the SUV she was driving crashed into Center Hill Lake last Monday.

Fort Campbell sexual abuse prevention program leader removed

Josh DeVine — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:50:00 EDT

The leader of a Fort Campbell sexual harassment prevention program has been removed from his position while law enforcement investigates allegations of improper behavior.

O'More College of Design has impressive grad job record

Dennis Ferrier — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:40:00 EDT

It's graduation time for thousands of local college students who are now getting their introduction to the real world.

Haslam signs virtual schools legislation

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:38:00 EDT

Gov. Bill Haslam has signed into law a measure to tighten enrollment requirements at privately run online schools.

Macon County couple die in apparent murder-suicide

Forrest Sanders — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:22:00 EDT

An elderly man apparently killed his ailing wife before taking his own life early Thursday in Red Boiling Springs.

Brentwood police standoff ends after nearly 17 hours

Adrianne Flores — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:10:00 EDT

A lengthy police standoff with a man in his 70s in Brentwood has come to a peaceful ending Thursday morning.
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Emergency lights stolen from fire department trucks

Jennifer Herron — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:51:00 EDT

Thieves have swiped emergency lights from Middle Tennessee fire trucks, and the bold crime has left one volunteer fire department in Rutherford County in a tough spot.

Senate panel questions UT funding of sex week

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:08:00 EDT

Members of special Senate panel are raising questions about University of Tennessee fees being used to pay for speakers at a student-initiated program about sex.

Authorities team up for drug investigation

WAFF.com Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:49:00 EDT

Multiple agencies teamed up Thursday for a multi-state drug investigation.

Gov. Haslam signs grocery tax reduction into law

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:31:00 EDT

Republican Gov. Bill Haslam has signed into law a reduction in the state's sales tax on groceries.

Afghanistan: Bomb kills 15, including 6 Americans

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:31:00 EDT

A suicide car bombing tore through a U.S. convoy in Kabul on Thursday, killing at least 15 people including six Americans in a blast so powerful it rattled the other side of the Afghan capital. U.S. soldiers rushed to help,...

7 Tennessee airports receive aeronautics grants

Jonathan Radford — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:36:00 EDT

The Tennessee Department of Transportation announced Thursday that seven airports across the state will receive funding through state aeronautics grants.

17th gun confiscated at Nashville airport this year

Scott Sutton — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:37:00 EDT

TSA security screeners found an unloaded gun in a carry-on bag Thursday morning at Nashville International Airport.

Gov. Haslam signs ignition interlock bill

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:50:00 EDT

Tennessee's ignition interlock law will apply to more drunken drivers under legislation signed by Gov. Bill Haslam.

Law now allows police trained guards to be armed at schools

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:45:00 EDT

Gov. Bill Haslam has signed a bill that allows school districts to let people with police training be armed in schools.

TN receives portion of drug quality claim

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:35:00 EDT

Tennessee will receive a portion of a $500 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Ranbaxy.

Metro police dedicate west precinct to former chief

Scott Sutton — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:10:00 EDT

The Metro Police Department held a ceremony Thursday to name the west precinct after a former chief that served as head of the department for 16 years.

Jimmy Haslam says he didn't know about Pilot rebate issues

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:08:00 EDT

Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam says he was "absolutely not" aware of and did not participate in the practices that led to the federal investigation into his Pilot Flying J company.

Former lawman jailed on probation violation over domestic assault

Dennis Ferrier — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:07:00 EDT

A former special deputy from Williamson County will spend 150 days in jail for failing to complete a court-ordered class on domestic violence.

State wants you to wear life jacket to work

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:39:00 EDT

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is kicking off National Safe Boating Week with Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day on Friday.

Memorial service to honor fallen state troopers

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:32:00 EDT

The Tennessee Highway Patrol is honoring its fallen troopers this week.

Mayor leads tour of new Music City Center

Josh DeVine — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:59:00 EDT

The doors of the new Music City Center officially open Sunday, but Mayor Karl Dean offered a sneak-peak tour for media Wednesday inside the 1.2-million-square-foot facility.

Midstate officers attend DC police memorial

Terry Bulger — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:58:00 EDT

There were solemn moments Wednesday in Washington, as police officers paused to remember colleagues killed in the line of duty.

Secret Service shuns Metro police during first lady visit

Jonathan Martin — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:17:00 EDT

First lady Michelle Obama is visiting Nashville this weekend to speak at Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet School's graduation, but Metro police won't play a major role in her security during the visit.

Man guilty in Bellevue stabbings originally claimed self-defense

Nancy Amons — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:01:00 EDT

The man serving three life sentences for the stabbing deaths of a Bellevue family in 2012 initially told detectives he was acting in self-defense.

TN labor development dept. rewarded despite overspending $73M

Kimberly Curth — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:38:00 EDT

Payments sent to dead people, $73 million wasted and long waits for unemployment checks probably doesn't sound like "exemplary performance" in state government.

Murfreesboro schools could have split starts to alleviate buses

Kevin Young — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:02:00 EDT

Students in Murfreesboro schools could start class at different times to help the buses run more smoothly.

Obama tries to regain control amid controversies

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:00:00 EDT

Under mounting pressure, President Barack Obama on Wednesday released a trove of documents related to the Benghazi attack and forced out the top official at the Internal Revenue Service following revelations that the agency...

Man allegedly admits to killing mom for drug money

Kevin Young — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:55:00 EDT

Clarksville investigators say a man admitted to beating his mother to death for drug money.

Music City Eats festival to combine good tunes, good food

Kevin Young — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:42:00 EDT

Nashville foodies and music lovers have something new to celebrate. The Music City Eats festival will make its debut this fall.

Plaintiffs in Pilot lawsuit hire ex-FBI Director Louis Freeh

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:44:00 EDT

Former FBI Director Louis Freeh's firm has been hired by trucking companies suing Pilot Flying J over allegations that the nation's largest diesel fuel retailer bilked customers out of rebates.

Obama considering TVA sale cost $500 million, senator says

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:43:00 EDT

Sen. Lamar Alexander says President Barack Obama's plan to consider selling the Tennessee Valley Authority has already cost hundreds of millions of dollars.

6 dogs found at Clarksville home busted for meth

Forrest Sanders — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:23:00 EDT

A home in Montgomery County was raided in connection with a methamphetamine bust Wednesday morning.

Bulger's Beat: Seniors compete in Clarksville's 50-Plus Olympics

Terry Bulger — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:17:00 EDT

When the weather warms up, it's time for Clarksville's annual 50-Plus Olympics, where competitors face off for bragging rights and medals in events like golf, bowling, badminton and even track and field.

TN man faces civil rights charge after defacing Torah

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:46:00 EDT

A Jackson man is facing a federal civil rights charge after authorities said he defaced a Torah and religious prayer books.

White House releases trove of Benghazi documents

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:26:00 EDT

The White House is releasing 100 pages of e-mails and notes related to the Obama administration's response to the attack on a diplomatic facility in Benghazi, Libya, last September.

3 family members charged in Maury Co. storage burglaries

Jennifer Herron — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:50:00 EDT

Police in Maury County said three members of the same family are charged with breaking into around 50 storage units and taking an array of items.

Memorial held to commemorate famous Vietnam War battle

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:09:00 EDT

A memorial ceremony is being held at Fort Campbell to mark the 44th anniversary of the Battle of Hamburger Hill, one of the bloodiest battles of the Vietnam War.

74-year-old man killed in Robertson Co. fire

Alan Frio — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:07:00 EDT

A fish fry turned deadly when a home caught fire in Cedar Hill, TN.

State Sen. Henry discusses decision not to seek re-election

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:01:00 EDT

Longtime Sen. Douglas Henry says his health and the high cost of campaigning were factors in his decision not to seek re-election next year.

TBI most wanted fugitive captured at local motel

Kevin Young — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:36:00 EDT

A Pulaski man suspected in a fatal shooting who was just added to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's most wanted fugitives list, was captured at a local motel.

2 killed in Warren County crash

Scott Sutton — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:31:00 EDT

A head-on crash killed two people in Warren County on Tuesday, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol.

Angelina Jolie mastectomy has some women considering same

Jennifer Johnson — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:56:00 EDT

Actress Angelina Jolie's announcement that she had both breasts removed in an effort to reduce her risk of breast cancer has many women wondering if they should do the same.

Burglar dressed as clown tries home break-in

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:02:00 EDT

The Madison County Sheriff's Office says a man dressed as a clown tried to break into a mobile home.