HCSO Topples $5M Theft Ring Spanning Florida, Tennessee, Kentucky & Indiana
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office disrupted a sophisticated criminal network that handled retail theft like a corporate enterprise. The investigation, dubbed “Operation D-Fence,” concluded on May 4, 2026, with the arrest of 14 people and the confiscation of almost $5 million in stolen products. The crackdown tar
Ms. Cheap: My guide to free summer activities in Middle Tennessee
Summer is almost here and there is a lot of free entertainment out there for all ages. Here are my picks for free summer fun. • The free Musicians Corner lawn party concert series takes place on weekends through June 13, in the Musicians Corner area at 27th Avenue North at West End at the southwest side of Centennial P
The snow crab legs at this iconic Tennessee seafood restaurant are unbelievably delicious
If you have never tried snow crab legs done the right way, Juicy Seafood in Smyrna, Tennessee is about to change everything you thought you knew about seafood. Tucked away at 267 N Lowry St, this beloved local spot has earned a loyal following for its bold flavors, generous portions, and unforgettable seafood boils.
DA raises concerns about prison safety, ongoing intimidation claims as Pedigo case heads to...
MORGAN COUNTY, Tenn. — Months after Morgan County correctional officer Dustin Pedigo was stabbed to death inside Morgan County Correctional Complex, Governor Bill Lee and Ninth Judicial District Attorney General Russell Johnson are addressing prison safety concerns, an ongoing TBI investigation and the status of the cr
Now Hiring! TBI Announces Forensic Scientist 1 Job Opening
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation seeks interested and qualified candidates for the following open position. Responsible for analyzing physical, biological, or chemical evidence submitted to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation; and composing technical laboratory reports describing the results of tests. Uses and m
Adderall, lean, cocaine and guns among items police recover from vehicle after high-speed chase...
LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WSMV) - An array of drugs and weapons were recovered from a vehicle that led police on a high-speed chase in Middle Tennessee. The La Vergne Police Department said Wednesday that the incident occurred “recently” when officers found a vehicle that was connected to active warrants. When they attempted t
Smyrna Appoints Veteran Lawman Kyle Evans as New Town Attorney
SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Town of Smyrna has a new face leading its legal team. Officials announced Wednesday that Kyle Evans will serve as the new Town Attorney, bringing decades of Rutherford County experience to the position. Evans is a familiar name in Midstate public safety circles. He began...
New traffic signal in Murfreesboro to go live May 18
A new traffic signal at John Bragg Highway and Lyons Farm Parkway in Murfreesboro will be fully operational Monday morning after a week in flashing mode.
2026 layoffs in Tennessee eclipsing recent years
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Thousands of workers have been laid off in Tennessee just four months into 2026. From January through April, WARN notice data shows that 3,377 workers were laid off in Tennessee. In that same time frame last year, 3,370 workers were laid off. In 2024, that number was significantly less, with a
Backyard Chicken Laws in Tennessee: What Every Keeper Needs to Know
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Photo by munzelminka via pixabay Tennessee is one of the more welcoming states for backyard chicken keeping — but that welcome comes with a long list of local fine print. Whether you live in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, or a rural hollow in th

















