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Rodney and RowVaughn Wells, the parents of Tyre Nichols, attend a House session of the state...

Tennessee governor signs bill to undo Memphis traffic stop reforms after Tyre Nichols death

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By JONATHAN MATTISE
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has signed off on the repeal of Memphis police traffic stop reforms set in place after the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols by officers just over a year ago

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Mother of the teen shared video of the crash and said she’s demanding answers.

Mom seeks answers after speeding car strikes her son riding his bike

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Sharon Danquah
The driver of the car stopped to check on the 12-year-old boy before fleeing as police were arriving.

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MNPD investigates a possible road rage shooting that left the driver of a white pickup with a...

Antioch man arrested in connection to road rage incident

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Daniel Smithson, Brendan Tierney and Chuck Morris
Police said the suspect told detectives he was driving recklessly trying to follow his girlfriend’s car.

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Report details management shortcomings at TSU

Gov. Lee signs law to vacate TSU Board of Trustees, lawmakers blindsided in the House

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Marissa Sulek
House Republicans decide to substitute Senate’s bill that calls for all members to be removed rather than an amendment that limited the number.

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The program for the memorial dedication for nine soldiers killed in a March 2023 helicopter...

Fort Campbell dedicates memorial to nine soldiers killed in 2023 helicopter crash

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Michael Warrick
The soldiers were killed in Trigg County during nightside training mission on March 29, 2023.

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Local pool contractor appears in court on theft charges

Midstate pool contractor appears, defends himself in court on theft charges

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Courtney Allen
“The kind of person I am... I would never be involved in what I am charged with.”

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Nashville mayor unveils draft of new traffic signals throughout the city

Nashville mayor unveils draft of new traffic signals throughout the city

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
"Just like you, I’m tired of being stuck at red lights when no one is coming the other way."

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Tennessee State University

TSU’s Board of Trustees vacated after Gov. Lee signs bill

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
Students from TSU protested the bill and leaders have said that vacating the board undermines the school at a critical point.

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Sebastian Wayne Drake Rogers, 15, has been missing since Sunday.

TBI, deputies holds meeting with Sebastian Rogers’ biological parents

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
Rogers, who’s 15 years old and has autism, has been missing since Feb. 26.

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Riley Strain was visiting Nashville with members of his fraternity and left Luke Bryan’s bar...

Riley Strain’s family orders second autopsy

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
Dingman said when Strain was found he was not wearing jeans or boots and his wallet was not found.
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Investigation underway after loaded gun found inside purse left in high school bathroom

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Daniel Smithson
The staff member who left the purse and gun inside the bathroom has been removed from campus.

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A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday for stormy weather.

First Alert Weather Day: Strong storms possible Tuesday

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Melanie Layden and Dan Thomas
An isolated tornado or two cannot be ruled out at this time.

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Sebastian Wayne Drake Rogers is at the center of an Amber Alert out of Sumner County.

Sebastian Rogers’ mom, stepdad leave home amid search for son

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Daniel Smithson
“I’m going back to work,” Chris Proudfoot said. Katie added she left the home to accompany Chris while he goes to work in Memphis.

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(FILE) Metro Nashville Police Department

Man hit, killed in crash near Percy Priest Lake

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
The driver of the Nissan stated she didn’t see him and remained on seen.

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WSMV4′s Amanda Hara, Zach Tucker win Gracie Award for story on how a Kentucky toddler saved a...

WSMV4 wins Gracie Award for story on how a Kentucky toddler saved a Tennessee baby

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
The 49th annual Gracie Award winners were announced on Thursday morning and their story, A Hero’s Heart, was named the soft news feature winner for local TV.

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Report details management shortcomings at TSU

Report details management shortcomings at TSU

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
A newly released forensic audit of Tennessee State University reveals “continued management shortcomings,” according to the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury.

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New alert system will notify drivers of nearby emergency vehicles in Franklin

New alert system will notify drivers of nearby emergency vehicles in Franklin

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
The system warns motorists of approaching emergency vehicles and upcoming scenes with emergency vehicles present.

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A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Madison and is hospitalized with serious injuries.

Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Madison

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Tony Garcia
The crash occurred on Gallatin Pike near the community college early Thursday morning.

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The bodies of a father and son were recovered from the Tennessee River.

Bodies of child, father recovered from Tennessee River identified

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Daniel Smithson
They were not wearing life jackets, authorities said.

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Two homes under construction burned to the ground early Thursday morning.

New home construction destroyed by fire in Bordeaux

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Tony Garcia
Two homes were in the early framing stages of construction when a fire started on Thursday morning.

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Metro Nashville Police vehicle

Couple charged after robbery attempt, shots fired at Family Dollar

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Tony Garcia
The woman allegedly waived a box cutter at employees and the fiance opened fire at the store as they fled the scene.

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Franklin Police said thieves are targeting people taking cash from ATMs across the city.

New organized theft targets victims leaving Franklin banks

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Brendan Tierney
Police said the thieves drive behind the victim to rob them wherever they go after the bank.

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Tennessee State University

Protest planned as House considers bill to eliminate TSU board members

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Chuck Morris
The Equity Alliance and Black Voters Matter will join alumni and students at the State Capitol before Thursday’s vote.

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Authorities searched a home that may be connected with the disappearance of Jennifer and...

Robertson Co. home connected to mother, daughter’s disappearance searched

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 11:45 PM CDT
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By Sharon Danquah
Authorities search home of Jennifer Wix’s boyfriend 20 years after she and 2-year-old daughter Adrianna were reported missing.

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Officials with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announced they were working with the...

Indiana man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 10:43 PM CDT
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By Chuck Morris
The suspect is accused of uploading child sexual abuse material from a home in Goodlettsville.

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An off-duty Metro Nashville Police officer has been arrested after driving through a closed...

Metro police officer faces felony charges for driving through construction area

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 8:30 PM CDT
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By Chuck Morris
The off-duty officer is accused of driving his personal vehicle into an area closed for construction work on I-40 near Donelson Pike.

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Nashville Police enter The Covenant School

After being shot, Covenant School shooter kept moving, raised rifle to fire again at police

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 6:44 PM CDT
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By Jeremy Finley
New details about police response revealed in documents and data obtained by WSMV4 Investigates.

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It’s now up to a Nashville judge to overturn a father’s 25 year old conviction or not

It’s now up to a Nashville judge to overturn a father’s 25-year-old conviction or not

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 6:25 PM CDT
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By Marissa Sulek
Russell Maze was found guilty of killing his infant son, Alex Maze, who died in 2000.

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2 suspects arrested in murder of 22-year-old man in Nashville

2 suspects arrested in murder of 22-year-old man in Nashville

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 5:24 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
Both are facing first-degree murder charges in the shooting death of Martin, who was found in his car with multiple gunshot wounds.

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Metro Police say a pregnant woman was shot by a Walgreens employee after he accused her of...

Nashville woman sues Walgreens after being shot by store employee over shoplifting accusation

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 5:20 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson and Michael Warrick
The employee does not currently face any criminal charges.

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Plane loses control of brakes, crashes into fence at Tennessee airport

Plane loses control of brakes, crashes into fence at Tennessee airport

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 4:37 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
The Federal Aviation Administration will investigate and produce a report.

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Four students have been arrested after an incident during a planned protest.

VIDEO: Student protesters arrested after Vanderbilt incident

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 3:38 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
Three students were charged with assault while another was charged with vandalism.

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Man wanted on slew of charges in Clarksville

Wanted man arrested on slew of charges in Clarksville

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 3:07 PM CDT
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By Carmyn Gutierrez
Bell was wanted on seven felony warrants, including theft of a motor vehicle and vehicle burglary.

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Robertson County investigation

Homes evacuated after reported threat discovered during active investigation in Robertson County

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 3:03 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
No other information has been released at this time.

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Nashville honky tonk partners with country star Tanya Tucker to unveil new tequila cantina

Nashville honky tonk partners with country music star Tanya Tucker to unveil new tequila cantina

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 2:23 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
“The second floor of Nudie’s will transform into a lively cantina-style bar, reflecting the spirit and charisma of Tanya Tucker herself.”

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2023 Music City Bowl brought more than $20 million to Nashville

2023 Music City Bowl brought more than $20 million to Nashville

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 1:57 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The 31-13 victory for the Terps over the Tigers generated $23 million in direct economic impact to Nashville’s economy.

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Hallie Scruggs

‘She made you feel like you were the only person in her world’: Remembering Hallie Scruggs 1 year after Covenant School shooting

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 1:16 PM CDT
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By Joylyn Bukovac
“They just love her so much. She’s just, you know, she really did a lot in such a short period of time. And that’s really pretty amazing.”

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Nashville middle school briefly locked down after fight at nearby high school involving pepper spray

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 1:11 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
A student at the high school allegedly discharged pepper spray during a fight involving several students.

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Manatee County Group Valentine’s Day Wedding

Why is marrying your cousin legal in Tennessee?

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 12:57 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
“I’m hoping in 2024 we can close this loophole,” said Rep. Darren Jernigan.

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Franklin police investigating "bank jugging"

‘Bank jugging’: Franklin police looking into uptick in crimes at ATMs, banks throughout city

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 12:41 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
According to police, criminals conduct surveillance on ATMs and banks and then follow the person who withdrew cash to their next destination.

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Julia at rally with sign

Tennessee teen advocates for gun reform after Covenant shooting

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 12:00 PM CDT
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By Marius Payton
For one local high schooler, the Covenant shooting ignited a passion to fight for common sense gun reform.

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A table with pictures of Riley Strain and family was set up at a vigil held in Nashville on...

Riley Strain’s funeral plans announced

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 11:28 AM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
“Riley cherished time spent with family, creating lasting memories,” his obituary said.

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FILE - The progression of a total solar eclipse is seen in a multiple exposure photograph...

Officials warn Tennesseans to be wary of solar eclipse glasses with false promises of protection

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 11:07 AM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
“Where you buy your gear matters,” the Tennessee Attorney General’s office said.

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The Covenant School

What safety ambassadors at Nashville elementary schools look like 1 year after Covenant School shooting

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 11:04 AM CDT
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By Meredith Whittemore and Caleb Wethington
Metro Nashville police has assigned school resource officers to all middle and high schools. At elementary schools, safety ambassadors are filling in the gap.

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‘Forever changed’: Gov. Lee hopes for ‘redemption’ after Covenant School tragedy

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 9:26 AM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
Wednesday marks one year since a shooter entered the school, killing three staff members and three 9-year-old students.

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A police officer walks by an entrance to The Covenant School after a shooting in Nashville,...

‘Your kindness has been a beacon of hope’: Covenant School marks 1 year since deadly shooting with gratitude

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 8:19 AM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
“The past year has been terribly difficult for our community, and the pain is still very real.”

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One mother says her daughter runs active intruder drills inside their home to see how quickly...

‘She heard the shooter screaming at them’: Trauma remains for survivors of Covenant School shooting

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 8:07 AM CDT
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By Amanda Hara
A Covenant School mother says her daughter, who survived the deadly shooting, started running active intruder drills inside their home to see how quickly she can run and hide.

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Metro Police investigate a crime scene.

Woman hits officer with vehicle after stealing from Old Navy store

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 7:20 AM CDT
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By Tony Garcia
She was arrested several days later after speeding while intoxicated with two children in the car in Goodlettsville.

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Hallie Scruggs, 9, was shot and killed at The Covenant School in Nashville.

‘It’s been a hard year’: Hallie Scruggs family reflects on year without her

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 7:20 AM CDT
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By Danica Sauter and Joylyn Bukovac
One year ago, three adults and three children were killed at Covenant Presbyterian School.

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Roy's Meat Service in East Nashville.

Store employee injured during attempt to stop robbery

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 6:05 AM CDT
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By Tony Garcia
Medics treated the man at the scene and told officers the man’s ankle was broken.
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