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Hopkinsville Fire Department

Crews working ejection crash in Kentucky, travel impacted

Updated: 45 minutes ago
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By Kassidy Brown
The level of injury is unknown, but that a medical helicopter has been requested.

News

Award-winning actor hosts send-off of families of fallen military members to healing retreated...

Award-winning actor hosts send-off at BNA for families of fallen military members heading to healing retreat

Updated: 46 minutes ago
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By Kassidy Brown
Various send-off celebrations were hosted at multiple participating airports across the country.

News

Man sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for weapon, drug charges

Updated: 50 minutes ago
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By Kassidy Brown
Terrance London was convicted on the multiple charges in March 2023.

Kentucky

Body found in Hopkinsville river

Body found in Hopkinsville river

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Kassidy Brown
HPD said there appears to be no foul play involved.

News

FILE: Police offer ‘Safe Surrender’ weekend for non-violent offenders at Nashville church in...

Over 300 participate in Nashville Safe Surrender for non-violent wanted offenders

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Kassidy Brown
The two-day event saw 670 expungements processed, which is almost 400 more than last year.

Sports

3 FIFA Club World Cup matches to be played at GEODIS Park

Three FIFA Club World Cup matches to be played at GEODIS Park

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Kassidy Brown
Tickets will go on sale Dec. 19.

News

150 trees given to Clarksville residents 1 year after tornado devastated area

150 trees given to Clarksville residents 1 year after tornado devastated area

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Danica Sauter
The city distributed trees to the first 150 survivor families.

News

Sergeant Paul DeSousa with the Flagler County (FL) Sheriff’s Office

Florida police officer helps save boy’s life at Dollywood while on vacation

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Josh Jarnagin
An off-duty Florida police officer was on vacation when helped save a boy’s life at Dollywood.

News

Wreck with serious injuries blocks multiple lanes on Lebanon highway

Wreck with serious injuries blocks multiple lanes in Lebanon

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Danica Sauter
The wreck happened in the 2100 block of Highway 109.

News

Feed the need event by Nashville rotary club

The Rotary Club fills boxes to feed more than 3,000 Nashvillians

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Danica Sauter
The boxes of food will be delivered to residents in need on Dec. 14.
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News

Missing Clarksville man found safe in Kentucky, police say

Missing Clarksville man found safe in Kentucky, police say

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Kassidy Brown
61-year-old George Henderson was found in Guthrie, Kentucky.

News

Mother of a victim shared how daycare worker spent years assaulting children.

‘He was a monster’: Mother of victim speaks out after man accused of raping children at unlicensed Antioch daycare

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Sharon Danquah
The mother of the victim said the daycare worker spent years assaulting children.

Entertainment

Timothee Chalamet attends theater screening in Nashville for new Bob Dylan biopic

Timothee Chalamet attends theater screening in Nashville for new Bob Dylan biopic

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Kassidy Brown
Hundreds of fans could be seen lining up for hours, standing in the cold to catch a glimpse of Chalamet.

Kentucky

Man flown to Nashville hospital after Kentucky shooting

Man flown to Nashville hospital after Kentucky shooting

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Kassidy Brown
When police arrived on scene, they found a 59-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his leg

News

Water from the remnants of Hurricane Helene washed out roads and submerged bridges in East...

President Biden increases federal cost-share to assist in Helene recovery efforts in Tennessee

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Kassidy Brown
The federal cost-share has been increased from 75% to 100%.

News

MNPD presents Nashville Children’s Alliance with $200K donation

Metro Police presents Nashville Children’s Alliance with $200K donation

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Kassidy Brown
This year’s donation surpassed 2023’s by $44,000.

News

Mount Juliet Police cruiser

Fire extinguished at newly-constructed home in Mt. Juliet

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 7:10 PM CST
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By Caleb Wethington
WSMV4 has a crew on the way to the scene to learn more.

News

Police arrest, identify suspect barricaded inside Montgomery County church

Police arrest, identify suspect barricaded inside Montgomery County church

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 7:05 PM CST
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By Caleb Wethington and Danica Sauter
Officials are still investigating the circumstances for why the man locked himself in the church’s pantry.

News

Experts warn of fake weather images through use of AI

Experts warn of fake weather images through use of AI

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 7:04 PM CST
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By Alexandria Adams
NWS and our First Alert team both have systems in place to verify what’s real and what’s fake.

News

Nashville unlicensed daycare operator accused of sexually abusing children for years

Nashville unlicensed daycare operator accused of sexually abusing children for years

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 7:01 PM CST
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By Caleb Wethington and Brendan Tierney
The nearly year-long investigation found that he raped and assaulted two girls under the age of 10 while operating the illegal daycare in his Ashgrove Drive home, MNPD said.

News

Lafayette Street Dollar General closes leaving many in a "food desert"

‘It was essential’: Dollar General closes in Napier area

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 6:58 PM CST
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By Dryden Quigley
The Dollar General on Lafayette Street has permanently closed. While that may not sound like a big deal to some, those in the Napier area say it was the only place they could walk to for toiletries and food.

News

flu vaccine

Health experts urge flu vaccinations amid rising cases

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 6:57 PM CST
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By Joylyn Bukovac
Flu shots are available at doctors’ offices and pharmacies, and they can be given alongside the COVID-19 vaccine.

News

Nashville Rescue Mission

Local charity organizations stretched thin as demand for their resources increases

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 6:54 PM CST
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By Danielle Ledbetter
The Homeless Management Information System reports in September 2024 that 3,147 people experienced homelessness in Nashville.

News

Metropolitan Nashville Police Department

Police holding ‘safe surrender’ event for those wanted for non-violent crimes at Nashville church

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 6:49 PM CST
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By Caleb Wethington
MNPD is holding its Nashville Safe Surrender 2024 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, 2021 Herman Street.

News

Nashville restaurant owner killed after shootout in parking lot of shopping plaza

Teen twin brothers accused in death of Nashville restaurant owner arrested

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 6:48 PM CST
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By Caleb Wethington
The twins are alleged to have used an AR-style rifle to open fire at the occupants of a Dodge Charger across the way.

News

Downtown Nashville celebrates annual tree lighting

Downtown Nashville celebrates annual tree lighting

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 6:02 PM CST
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By Danica Sauter and Kassidy Brown
This year’s tree is from Brentwood and is 30-foot tall with more than 5,000 lights.

News

THP cruiser

Three-vehicle crash causes serious injuries in Putnam County

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 5:54 PM CST
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By Kassidy Brown
The collision happened at the intersection of Buffalo Valley Road and State Route 56.

News

The Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce used to organize a Christmas parade board but...

What holiday parades are happening in Middle Tennessee?

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 4:03 PM CST
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By Danica Sauter
Several cities and towns in the Middle Tennessee area will be holding local parades.

News

Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission approves rule changes to licenses

Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission approves rule changes to licenses

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 3:33 PM CST
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By Kassidy Brown
Price changes are set to take effect July 1, 2025.

WSMV4 Investigates

Local fencing contractor pleads guilty to theft in TN, KY

Fencing contractor pleads guilty to theft in Tennessee, Kentucky

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 3:16 PM CST
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By Courtney Allen
Copas is being ordered to pay restitution to the victims in both states.

News

THP cruiser

One killed in crash involving tractor-trailer

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 3:06 PM CST
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By Kassidy Brown
The crash closed the roadway for several hours.

News

Metro Police are trying to figure out what happened to Austin David, 22, of Mt. Juliet, before...

Family, friends push for answers after man found hit and killed on I-40

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 3:04 PM CST
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By Brendan Tierney
The 22-year-old's body was hit by multiple vehicles and could've been in the road for up to 10 hours, police said.

News

Police Lights Generic

One arrested after shot fired during trespassing incident

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 2:46 PM CST
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By Kassidy Brown
No injuries were reported in this incident.

News

Two people were shot Saturday night, according to officials with the Jefferson County...

Special education teacher arrested for assault in Jefferson County, police say

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 2:13 PM CST
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By Kelly Ann Krueger
The teacher hit a 7-year-old student with an iPad, according to police.

News

General atmosphere in Nashville on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Amy...

Senate passes bipartisan Music Tourism Bill, sponsored by TN senator

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 1:22 PM CST
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By Caleb Wethington
“Tennesseans know a thing or two about the positive impact that music tourism has on the economy and culture.”

News

Zoolumination

Where to see holiday lights in Middle Tennessee

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 12:48 PM CST
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By Danica Sauter
From Nashville to Clarksville, there are displays all over the mid-state.

News

stock image of landline telephone (Source: Pixabay/stock image)

Changes coming to TN’s child abuse hotline: What you need to know

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 10:25 AM CST
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By Caleb Wethington
The change affects the public phone line, police and medical professionals will still be able to call on weekends.

Wires

Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division...

Things to know about the federal investigation into the Memphis Police Department

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 9:53 AM CST
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By JONATHAN MATTISE
A U.S. Department of Justice investigation found that the Memphis Police Department committed a host of civil rights violations, including using excessive force, making illegal traffic stops and disproportionately targeting Black people in the majority Black city

News

Search for clues continues 2 years after hit and run death

Search for clues continues 2 years after hit-and-run death

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 9:43 AM CST
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By Amanda Hara
Two years after Cierra Burgess was killed in a hit and run crash near Inglewood, police are still searching for clues in the case.

News

Austin Peay launches tuition-free program: Do you qualify?

Austin Peay launches tuition-free program: Do you qualify?

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 9:33 AM CST
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By Caleb Wethington
The program will cover these fees for incoming freshmen and transfer students who meet certain requirements.

News

Pearl Jam announces Nashville tour stop

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 8:45 AM CST
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By Amanda Hara
Iconic grunge band Pearl Jam is coming to Bridgestone Arena in May.

News

Metro Nashville Police vehicle

“I’m willing to die.” Man accused of threatening Nashville church, nearby schools, previously committed involuntarily

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 8:25 AM CST
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By Kassidy Brown
Gamble has been charged with making a threat of mass violence.

News

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says bulky coats create extra room in the...

'No coats in the car seat!' Fire department issues warning for parents

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 8:16 AM CST
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By Amanda Hara
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says bulky coats create extra room in the car seat harness that can put children at risk of injury during a crash.

News

File image

Possible gas leak at Warren County elementary school causes delay

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 8:06 AM CST
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By Amanda Hara
In a post on Facebook, the district said a possible leak in the school’s kitchen could delay entry Friday morning.

News

Studies break down why some gloves are warmer than others and how to better conserve body heat.

Experts, parents share tips to keep students warm at bus stops

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 7:41 AM CST
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By Sharon Danquah
A study showed the body loses heat from exposed skin, so doctors recommend covering up as much as possible.

News

‘Violent robbery suspects’ targeting women in broad delight in Nashville, police say

‘Violent robbery suspects’ targeting women in broad daylight arrested in Nashville, police say

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 4:13 AM CST
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By Caleb Wethington
MNPD reports that a business security camera obtained pictures of a white sedan with rear-end damage that’s believed to be involved in the attacks.

Kentucky

Hopkinsville shooting injures two

Two teens in critical condition after Hopkinsville shooting

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 4:13 AM CST
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By Kassidy Brown
Both victims are in critical condition, police say.

News

CEO shooting scene (AP photo/Joe Frederick)

Words written on bullet casings found at murder scene of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 4:11 AM CST
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By Tony Garcia
An NYPD spokesperson said the words, “deny,” “defend,” and “depose” were written on the casings.

News

Witnesses wanted after fatal three-car crash in Murfreesboro

Witnesses wanted after 24-year-old woman killed in three-car crash in Murfreesboro

Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 4:09 AM CST
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By Caleb Wethington
Crash investigators are working to determine if drugs and/or alcohol played a role in this incident.

News

Springfield police, FBI investigating armed bank robbery

Springfield police, FBI investigating armed bank robbery

Updated: Dec. 5, 2024 at 10:05 PM CST
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By Kassidy Brown
The incident occurred Thursday afternoon at Volunteer State Bank.
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