A County’s Move to Protect Domestic Violence Victims Is Spreading Across Tennessee After Legislative...
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Tennessee woman accused of plotting murder-for-hire now accused of stealing from Franklin nonprofit
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Middle Tennessee woman accused of plotting to kill her ex-husband is facing a new felony indictment. This month, a Grand Jury indicted Angelia “Angie” Solomon on one charge of felony criminal simulation and one charge of misdemeanor theft under $1,000. This comes after Solomon was...
Murfreesboro Firefighter Honored After Dramatic Rescue on E. Burton Street
MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro Fire-Rescue Department has long been known for its readiness, professionalism, and deep commitment to the people it serves. That reputation is backed by its rare ISO 1A rating—one of the highest distinctions a fire department can earn nationwide. It’s a mark of excellence that only...
Jamaican man previously deported twice gets 24 years for drug, gun crimes in East...
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The United States Department of Justice said a Jamaican man who has been deported from the United States twice was sentenced to decades behind bars for drug and gun crimes in East Tennessee. According to the DOJ, filed court documents said the Johnson City Police Department...
Tennessee Toddler and Mother Found Safe, Community Vigilance Praised in Search Effort
Relief spread across the community as the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed that 2-year-old Beckham Coleman and his mother, Amy Coleman, were found safe. This resolution comes after an anxious search following their reported disappearance. The initial concern for their wellbeing was broadcasted widely,...
Tennessee teacher breaks Guinness World Record after teaching at same school for more than...
WESTMORELAND, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Tennessee teacher is receiving international recognition for her dedication to a Midstate high school. Westmoreland High School announced Friday that longtime educator Glenda Akin was honored with the Guinness World Record for the Longest Career as a Female Teacher in the Same School....
‘I was horrified’: Parents describe inappropriate interactions on Roblox, Tennessee AG files lawsuit against...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - When Savannah Bishop’s 13-year-old got into Roblox, it seemed innocent enough to her. “The game itself, it’s a pretty cool interface,” Bishop said. “They can go in, and they can play all sorts of little sub games, and some of them are very innocent. The one that my kid was into at the time...
Rutherford County Schools outperforms state average in several learning metrics
The report said RCS currently has one of the highest graduation rates in the state at more than 97%, and 80% of its schools earned an overall "A" or "B." The grade is based on achievement, growth, growth for highest need students, and college & career readiness.
Miss. to provide full voter registration lists, per Justice Department’s request
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The state of Mississippi announced today that it will voluntarily provide its full voter registration lists upon a request from the United States Department of Justice. Additionally, two other states - Louisiana and Tennessee - made similar announcements of their intentions to provide these...
Jelly Roll among 33 pardoned by Tennessee governor
The decision comes just months after the Tennessee Board of Parole and Davidson County Sheriff Daron Hall recommended a pardon for 41-year-old Jason DeFord, also known as Jelly Roll.
