Gov. Lee says task force arrest are of violent criminals, gang members; data show...
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said Tuesday that the “Memphis Safe Task Force” is focused on violent crime, and that the coalition of 31 agencies has already arrested “850 violent criminals and known gang members.” But a look at the task force’s operations on Monday shows that most of the people arrested were not charged...
Mom in shock after woman practiced as nurse, despite losing multistate privileges in Tenn.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — FOX 17 News learned that Marissa Jean Denton, who faces charges of impersonating a licensed professional and theft, worked for Maxim Healthcare in Clarksville after Tennessee revoked her multi-state privileges to practice here. Maxim Healthcare won't answer how a nurse with a revoked nursing...
Silver Alert issued for missing person in Tennessee
TENNESSEE — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a Silver Alert on behalf of the Clarksville Police Department for a missing man. According to the TBI, Ricky Baker was last seen wearing a red shirt with the words “Proud Dad” and green shorts. Authorities said Baker has a medical condition that may affect...
Five given prison sentences for drug crimes
JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- On Sept. 15, 2025 and Oct. 6, Eighth Judicial District Judge Zachary R. Walden sentenced the following offenders to Tennessee Department of Correction custody:. -Frank Wesley George, LaFollette, plead guilty to numerous drug, theft, and firearm offenses for a total of 19 years to be served in...
“No Kings” Moves: New location: is on Broad Street behind Linebaugh Library
Murfreesboro, TN - This Saturday’s “No Kings” rally in Murfreesboro has a new home. Originally planned for The Avenue, the event has been relocated downtown due to multiple activities scheduled in the shopping district. Rallygoers will now gather on the public sidewalk along Broad Street, behind the City Hall and...
Two people dead following shooting incident in Tennessee
TENNESSEE — Two people are killed and a third is wounded following a shooting Wednesday night in Baxter, authorities say. Deputies responded around 7:30 p.m. to Vickers Ridge Road in the Austin Bottom area of DeKalb County. Upon arrival, they found a man and a woman shot to death. A third male victim was flown […] ...
Tennessee failed to investigate thousands of nursing home complaints, audit finds
A state audit revealed Tennessee failed to investigate thousands of complaints filed against nursing homes and assisted living facilities within the federally required timeline, leaving some complaints sitting for five years.
Florida, Tennessee Senators Rip ‘Attacks’ On Federal Law Enforcement In Illinois
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) introduced a resolution in the Senate on Thursday to formally condemn what they describe as “despicable, violent attacks” against federal law enforcement officers in Chicago and the state of Illinois. The resolution, which addresses escalating violence and...
Gun deaths in Tennessee hit a historic high
In 2023, 1,588 Tennesseans died as a result of a firearm, a historic high, according to newly released data by the state’s Department of Health. The rate of firearm deaths rose in nearly every category: adult suicide, child suicide and homicides of both adult and child victims. The latest numbers put Tennessee...
Buc-ee’s founder, Gov. Lee tout groundbreaking for Murfreesboro store, 4th in Tennessee
Buc-ee's founder Arch “Beaver” Aplin III , along with supporters, celebrated the groundbreaking Oct. 14 for a Murfreesboro store expected to open by December 2026. The popular business with travelers will open off Interstate 24's exit to Joe B. Jackson Parkway on the southeast side of Murfreesboro, offering 220...