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FILE - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee answers a question while taking part in a panel discussion...

Gov. Lee signs ‘single largest tax cut’ in Tennessee history into law

Updated: 11 minutes ago
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By Caleb Wethington
Lee said this act will provide over $400 million in savings for Tennessee families and businesses.

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A suspect shines a laser beam toward a MNPD helicopter Wednesday night.

Two men arrested for allegedly shining laser pointer at MNPD helicopter

Updated: 24 minutes ago
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By Tony Garcia
The helicopter crew noticed a laser shining through the cockpit from separate locations on the same night.

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The Cadillac Three & Friends at Ascend Amphitheater on Friday, June 9.

CMA Fest announces music lineup for Ascend Amphitheater

Updated: 33 minutes ago
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By Tony Garcia
The outdoor venue will host five musical performances on Friday, June 9.

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Rutherford County Schools

Rutherford Co. schools to vote on clear bag policy at extracurricular events

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Chuck Morris and Ryan Breslin
The measure would allow security officers to see what is inside a bag quicker and streamline the entry process.

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Covenant parent calls for Franklin alderman to resign

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Chuck Morris
A Covenant School parent claims a Franklin alderman minimized the threat students faced when a shooter entered the Nashville school and killed six people.

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Tourniquet controls bleeding for man shot at Antioch car wash

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Amanda Hara and Joylyn Bukovac
The victim was shot in the leg and ran to an auto shop for help where a mechanic fashioned a tourniquet on his wound.

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Protesters march to Speaker Sexton’s office after rally in Legislative Plaza

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Danielle Jackson
A group of students, religious and state leaders held a rally in Legislative Plaza in Downtown Nashville pushing for stricter gun laws in the state.

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Man claims self-defense in fatal shooting at Madison apartment complex

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Amanda Hara, Ryan Breslin and Chuck Morris
Apartment residents claim victim was Peeping Tom and was confronted by shooter outside apartment.

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Antioch park attacker now linked to three assault cases

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Sharon Danquah
A man accused of kidnapping a teen at a Nashville park has been connected with at least two other attacks.

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Protesters march to Speaker Sexton’s office

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Courtney Allen
Rally attendees are calling for stricter gun laws on same day as governor signed school safety bill into law.
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How will districts afford to pay teachers the new state minimum?

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Courtney Allen
Smaller counties will have challenge of finding more revenue if state money isn’t enough.

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Antioch High School teacher wants to press charges after pepper spray incident

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Marissa Sulek
He said the problem isn’t the staff at the school, but with those not working there, the students.

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Staying safe in a lightning storm

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Melanie Layden
Safety tips in a lightning storm

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Victim speaks out on alleged abuser’s capture

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Savannah Sapp
After a year on the run, Suggs was captured by law enforcement in Walton County, FL on Monday.

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Nashville drivers unnerved but not shocked after shooting at 7-Eleven

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Danielle Ledbetter
Two store employees are recovering after the overnight shooting

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Bicyclists injured after hit-and-run crash in Clarksville, police seeking suspect vehicle

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
“The vehicle may be either a GMC, Chevrolet, or Nissan full-size van.”

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Photos: Memorial service held in Nashville for officers who died in line of duty

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
“This is time for our local officers that have given the ultimate sacrifice and their families to be honored.”

US & World News

FDA panel backs over-the-counter birth control pill

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By The Associated Press and MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer
If the agency follows the nonbinding recommendation, Perrigo’s drug, Opill, would become the first contraceptive pill to be moved out from behind the pharmacy counter onto store shelves.

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Report: Brunch spot ranks best in Nashville, top-100 in U.S. for Mother’s Day

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
Who doesn't love a good brunch?

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Report finds what $1,500 in rent could get you in Nashville

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Caleb Wethington
The findings vary as in Denver you can live in luxury, but in New York, you’re in a 220-square-foot studio apartment.

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Man accused of kidnapping teen at Antioch dog park facing new charges

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Daniel Smithson
The man is accused of harassing or assaulting at least three females.

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Employee, armed man exchange gunfire at Nashville 7-Eleven

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Amanda Hara and Joylyn Bukovac
Police say one employee was shot running away and a second employee who was armed was shot engaging the gunman.

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Memphis man charged following chase through Nashville

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Carmyn Gutierrez
MNPD said the man fled from them on two separate occasions.

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Language in Tennessee’s abortion law could allow regulation of IVF, lawyer warns tonight at 6:00 p.m.

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 10:32 AM CDT
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By Lauren Lowrey
On May 11th at 6pm, WSMV4 explores why experts say the future of IVF could come down to one word in Tennessee’s abortion law.

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One dead after fiery single-vehicle crash in West Nashville

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 10:20 AM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene.

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Was this your ticket? $210,000 winning Tennessee Lottery ticket sold in Clarksville

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 10:03 AM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
The jackpot-winning ticket was sold at a Circle K location in Clarksville.

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Juvenile in custody after shooting girlfriend in the face in South Nashville

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 9:51 AM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson and Caleb Wethington
The shooting happened at about 4:15 a.m. in a home on Atkins Drive, police say.

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Gov. Lee signs school safety bill aimed at preventing school shootings

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 8:30 AM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
The bill requires newly built or renovated schools to have bullet proof glass and doors.

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Colorado woman alerts Tennessee authorities of school threats she found on Twitter

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 7:18 AM CDT
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By Carmyn Gutierrez
The woman told police she didn’t know the Twitter user but was concerned for the school’s staff and children.

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RaDonda Vaught wants nursing license reinstated

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 5:10 AM CDT
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By Chuck Morris
The former nurse was convicted of criminal neglect homicide in May 2022.

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Allergy season getting longer each year

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 11:54 PM CDT
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By Cruz Medina
Growing season gets longer as warmer temperatures begin earlier and end later annually.

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Maury Co. hospital ranked among nation’s best for treating heart attacks

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 10:59 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
Maury Regional Medical Center reports they’ve received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain - MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award for 2023.

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Nashville Mexican restaurant chain donates $100,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 10:53 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
A Nashville Mexican restaurant chain donated $100,000 to St. Jude Children’s Hospital on Tuesday.

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Wyn Starks shares inspiration behind music ahead of dream Nashville performance

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 10:31 PM CDT
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By Jerry Shannon
Music City will be in for a treat when the city welcomes Wyn Starks to the annual Pride Festival in June. The musician says he’s excited about being among the artists set to perform.

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Metro school board approves emergency preparedness backpacks

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 10:16 PM CDT
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By Danielle Jackson
Schools will receive 3,330 backpacks with over 200 items to be used in emergency situations.

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Community bands together to oppose possible sale of Nashville nonprofit Alive Hospice

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 9:32 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington and Michael Warrick
A community is banding together to oppose the possible sale of a Nashville nonprofit.

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Parents supporting book ban lawsuit want more input before titles removed from libraries

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 9:00 PM CDT
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By Stacey Cameron
Wilson County School Board’s book review committee accused of violating state’s open meeting law.

US & World News

Dog co-owned by Tim McGraw wins new breed at show

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 8:39 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press and JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press
Owners say the dogs are amiable and can be easygoing at home, but only if they get enough activity.

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MNEA says MNPS teachers leave business due to student abuse

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 8:36 PM CDT
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By Marissa Sulek
The Metro Nashville Education Association says the Metro Nashville Public School discipline handbook isn’t always followed.

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Five Daughters Bakery to open new location in downtown Nashville

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 6:18 PM CDT
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By Danica Sauter
A new Five Daughters Bakery will be opening soon in Nashville in the fall.

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Victim identified from fatal single-vehicle crash on Murfreesboro Pike

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 6:03 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
Metro Nashville Police have released the identity of the man killed in Sunday’s single-vehicle crash on Murfreesboro Pike.

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Neighbors contemplate moving after Lebanon shooting

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 5:50 PM CDT
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By Danielle Ledbetter
Shooting leaves residents concerned it could happen again.

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Vanderbilt doctor explains bacterial infection linked to baby formula shortage

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 5:38 PM CDT
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By Lydia Fielder
The same germ sparked a recall and nationwide shortage of powdered infant formula last year.

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Metro Police arrest man who allegedly robbed Truist Bank on Nolensville Pike

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 5:09 PM CDT
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By Danica Sauter
Metro Nashville Police arrested a man who allegedly robbed a Truist Bank on Nolensville Pike on April 21.

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Teen arrested after shots fired at homes in Lebanon

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 5:00 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
A 19-year-old was arrested on Tuesday after shots were fired at homes in Lebanon on Monday, according to the Lebanon Police Department.

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CMA honors music teachers in Middle Tennessee, across the country

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 4:59 PM CDT
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By Danica Sauter
The County Music Association (CMA) Foundation announced 30 music teachers from across the country as 2023 Music Teachers of Excellence

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Hendersonville woman dead after crash in Gallatin Tuesday morning

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 1:26 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington
A Hendersonville woman died after a two-vehicle crash on Hartsville Pike on Tuesday morning, according to Gallatin Police.

US & World News

Country music performer Morgan Wallen rescheduling 6 weeks of shows

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 1:21 PM CDT
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By Gray News staff
Wallen in an Instagram post apologized to fans, saying he got “bad news” from the Vanderbilt Voice Center.

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Police: Springfield officer points AK-47 at car, kicks woman in face

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 1:10 PM CDT
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By Caleb Wethington and Brendan Tierney
Springfield Police Chief Jason Head says officer Jarreil Peoples has been placed on paid administrative leave until an internal investigation is complete following the events on Sunday night that led to his arrest.

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Tennessee fire crews save resident, puppy from well

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 12:04 PM CDT
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By Daniel Smithson
The Decatur Fire Department said the resident fell 15 feet into a well.
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