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Metro Police investigate a crime scene.

Autistic child found walking alone on Harding Place, Metro Police say

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Danica Sauter
Metro Police said South Precinct officers found a young autistic child walking on Harding Place unattended.

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A mix of sun and clouds and highs in the middle to upper 70s can be expected.

First Alert Forecast: Nice for Memorial Day, Hot Next Week

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Cruz Medina
Memorial Day will be slightly warmer than Sunday with highs in the middle to upper 70s. A summer-like sizzle is on tap for next week.

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Photo of the man who allegedly assaulted a young teen at a Franklin movie theater

Franklin Police searching for man who allegedly sexually assaulted teen at movie theater

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Danica Sauter
New surveillance video shows the man walking into the restroom, where the alleged assault took place.

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Recovery crews search for the body of a missing swimmer on Sunday at Percy Priest Lake.

Another body recovered from Percy Priest Lake

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Danica Sauter
The swimmer’s body was located on Sunday morning near Party Cove.

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Metro Police identify man killed in Bellevue shooting

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Danica Sauter and Sharon Danquah
MNPD confirms a man was shot and killed at an apartment complex off Highway 70 South.

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Search underway for driver involved in deadly hit-and-run

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Tony Garcia
A 23-year-old man was struck by a white Dodge Challenger on Saturday night and later died.

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Two men shot at short-term rental in East Nashville

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Tony Garcia
The shooting occurred on Fern Avenue in the early morning hours on Saturday.

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Both drivers die in wrong-way crash on I-65

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Tony Garcia
Two vehicles collided head-on and shut down all southbound lanes early Sunday morning.

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Swimmer’s body recovered at Percy Priest Lake

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Daniel Smithson, Michael Warrick and Danica Sauter
The search included a helicopter, sonar technology, and drones to locate the missing swimmer.

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Woman killed after two-vehicle crash near Talbot’s Corner

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Danica Sauter
Officers said there were obvious signs of impairment on the part of the driver who hit her.
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20 cars smashed, burglarized at Nashville factory, police say

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 2:21 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
The break-ins happened Wednesday at NWI Aerostructures.

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Missing boy out of Cumberland County, KY, found safe

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 11:15 AM CDT
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By Tony Garcia
The sheriff’s office announced the 7-year-old boy was found on Saturday morning.

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Burglary suspect sought in Clarksville

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 10:14 AM CDT
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By Tony Garcia
Security cameras outside Tobacco ‘N Brew show the man wearing a red hoodie and mask.

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One person injured in Antioch house fire

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 7:50 AM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The fire was determined to be accidentally started by a child.

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1 injured, family of 7 displaced after apartment fire in Franklin

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 10:27 PM CDT
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By Danica Sauter
The Franklin Fire Department is investigating after an apartment fire left one person injured and seven people displaced on Friday afternoon.

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Franklin dad asks for safer crosswalk after teen daughter hit by car

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:28 PM CDT
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By Marissa Sulek
“It’s not a fix, I wouldn’t even call it a band-aid,” Malone said. “I would call it ‘just let me put pressure on a problem, let me hold pressure on a gushing wound.’”

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Police searching for suspect after robbery on Bell Road

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:17 PM CDT
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By Danica Sauter
Police said the suspect got out of a white Lexus sedan and pointed what appeared to be a gun, covered by a white shirt, at the victim, who quickly walked away.

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Don’t miss these travel safety tips to help get you through Memorial Day weekend

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:59 PM CDT
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By Stacey Cameron
“You’re never going to stop crime, but what you might be able to do is move it on down the road, so you’re not the victim,” said Figgins.

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Abandoned cars in Nashville: Councilman claims city has no means to remove them

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:07 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
“Metro currently has the ability to remove vehicles when needed, particularly in emergency situations," the mayor's office said.

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Looking for fun in the sun? Here’s what purple markers on trees mean in Tennessee

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 3:08 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office is reminding the public to be mindful of private property when searching for waters to relax and enjoy during the summer months.

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Gov. Beshear orders flags at half-staff to honor fallen Fort Campbell soldier

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 2:57 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
Joshua Caleb Gore, 25, was among nine killed in the March 29 Black Hawk helicopter crash.

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City of Mt. Juliet seeks people who picked up American flag that fell from bank during storm

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 1:15 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
“Acts of kindness like this, and as patriotic as this deserves our praise as we approach Memorial Day,” the city said.

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Owner of Middle TN opioid treatment programs to pay $500K to settle allegations of PPP fraud, violations

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 1:14 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
Of the $500K settlement, $143,109 is restitution relating to the PPP loans, $143,109 is damages relating o the PPP loan and the remaining $213,782 is civil penalties for violations of the Controlled Substances Act.

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First Alert Forecast: Decent looking Memorial Day weekend

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 12:23 PM CDT
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By Dan Thomas
The Memorial Day weekend will bring a variably cloudy sky and low rain chances. Temperatures will be below average.

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Search ongoing for missing Cheatham County woman

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 11:39 AM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
As of Friday, she has still not been found.

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Lebanon Police K9 team scores multiple top-2 finishes during U.S. Police Canine trials

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 11:37 AM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
“We are proud of both of our teams, K9 Officer Bryan/Samson and K9 Officer Parish/Donner made LPD proud for all the work they put into this event.”

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Whataburger to open 24/7 drive-thru location in Madison

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 11:34 AM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
In the coming weeks, Whataburger will be introducing in-store dining, online ordering as well as curbside and delivery options at this location.

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Teacher’s aide charged with having sexual relationship with student in Wayne County

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 10:32 AM CDT
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By Tony Garcia
The woman served as both a teacher’s aide and baseball coach at the Frank Hughes School in Clifton.

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Man accused of hitting multiple girls involved in fight, one hospitalized

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 10:17 AM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
A 16-year-old girl was taken to the hospital and diagnosed with a concussion as well as a hairline fracture in her ankle.

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Alcohol, gifts, gas: Comptroller questions Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police spending

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 9:35 AM CDT
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By Amanda Hara
Also under investigation is the former executive director’s potential conflict of interest.

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Shooting investigation underway after 3 injured in Clarksville shooting

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 7:47 AM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
Three people were shot and taken to different hospitals for treatment, police said.

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Metro Nashville detectives shot at, investigation underway

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 7:42 AM CDT
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By Tony Garcia, Ryan Breslin and Brendan Tierney
The shooting happened in the Bordeaux area early Friday morning.

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Wayne County Sheriff’s Office investigating ‘targeted’ shooting

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:31 AM CDT
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By Tony Garcia
Deputies are looking for the suspects who fled the area by car.

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TBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Wayne County

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:52 AM CDT
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By Tony Garcia and Carley Gordon
The shooting occurred Thursday evening and involved Wayne County deputies and THP troopers.

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Man wearing tactical vest, carrying AR-15 rifle spotted on Antioch greenway, police say

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:19 AM CDT
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By Tony Garcia
MNPD received multiple calls about a man wearing a red ninja jumpsuit on the Mill Creek Greenway on Wednesday.

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Memorial Day weekend travel begins: 37 million people traveling, slight rise in gas prices expected

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 10:48 PM CDT
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By Danielle Jackson
“Honestly, it just makes it so expensive and then traffic is so bad so it does kind of discourage you from wanting to go anywhere over the holidays,” said Brady.

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Meharry Medical College set to boost enrollment with addition of new learning, living facility

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 10:19 PM CDT
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By Jerry Shannon
The medical college hopes to produce even more doctors to help address the shortage of healthcare professionals.

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Are you smarter than a 3rd grader? Take this math, English sample test to find out

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 8:27 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The state reported 60% of third grade students face retention after not passing the ELA portion of the TCAP test.

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‘Armed and dangerous’ man arrested following search by THP, Wayne Co. Sheriff’s Office

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 7:42 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The sheriff’s office initially warned people in the area of Dogwood Flats and Collinwood communities to be on the lookout for Charles Fred Staggs.

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2 teens hospitalized after being struck by car in Franklin

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:25 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson and Caleb Wethington
The driver who struck them immediately stopped to render air, police said.

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Man accused of threatening another man at gunpoint in Nashville paint store parking lot

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:25 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
Police said the suspect, for unknown reasons, confronted the victim and brandished a pistol while saying, “You think this is funny? You want to die?”

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How parents can make sure they aren’t sending their children to an illegal daycare

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:24 PM CDT
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By Marissa Sulek
“The most important thing whenever you are considering any level of childcare is to trust your intuition,” Rachel Adkins, owner of the Nashville Nanny Agency said.

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Invasive species poses threat to thousands of Nashville trees

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:21 PM CDT
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By Cruz Medina
The Emerald Ash Borer is a destructive intruder.

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WATCH: Officers who responded to Covenant School shooting receive National Award of Valor

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 4:43 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
Five Metro Police officers were awarded the National Award of Valor for their response to the Covenant School shooting.

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How to win free Raising Cane’s for a year in Nashville

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 4:07 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
Raising Cane’s opens in Nashville on May 31.

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4 women accused of stealing over $9K worth of phones from Hillwood Verizon

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 4:07 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The women in the ball caps acted as lookouts while the other two entered a locked display drawer and removed 15 cell phones, police said.

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Napster is moving to Nashville: Company to relocate global headquarters to Music City

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 4:02 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
“The company is on a mission to disrupt the music industry again by evolving the standard music access streaming model which will create a more compelling experience for fans and artists that is fun, rewarding, participatory, and social,” Napster said.

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DA: Man indicted for first-degree murder after death of child he previously abused

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 3:59 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The Grand Jury found probable cause that, Cameron Lee Olson, was responsible for the child’s death and issued an indictment charging him for the crime, the DA’s Office said.

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Did you win? $50K winning Powerball ticket sold in Gallatin

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 3:33 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The Gallatin player’s Powerball ticket was able to match four of the five white balls plus the red Powerball.

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Murdered Tennessee man’s missing bird returned to family

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 3:01 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
The bird was found dozens of miles away from where it was last seen.
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