Tornado Threat Expands Across Deep South Tuesday as Severe Weather Targets Alabama, Mississippi, and...
DEEP SOUTH — Meteorologists are warning of an elevated tornado threat across the Deep South on Tuesday, with Alabama, Mississippi, and western Georgia at the highest risk for severe storms capable of producing multiple tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail. According to updated forecast maps, the greatest threat...
The 6 best-selling Tennessee specialty license plates of 2025
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Tennessee‘s specialty license plate program offers over 100 unique options and raises millions annually for charities and organizations. For the majority of the specialty plate options, 50 percent of the $61.50 annual fee is allocated to the organization associated with the plate after...
CSX Santa Train makes 83rd run, visiting Kentucky along its 110-mile route
The CSX Santra Train made its 83rd run on Saturday, traveling through Kentucky, a portion of Virginia and Tennessee on its 110-mile route and "delivering gifts and festive cheer to communities."
2 men accused in murder-for-hire plot targeting Tennessee resident
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two men are facing charges in an alleged murder-for-hire plot targeting a resident in Tennessee. The Cookeville Police Department reports that officers discovered the plot targeting a local resident. After investigating, indictments were returned charging Johnny Murray, 45, and Mitchell...
Proposed bill aims to help law enforcement agencies with officer shortage
A new bill could help police departments across Tennessee fill critical staffing gaps. The proposal would create a special fund to help agencies recruit officers if they have 10% or more vacancies.
Contentious Debate: Resurfaced Clip Reveals Tennessee Democratic Candidate’s Disdain for Nashville and Country Music
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on Tennessee Democratic candidate caught saying she 'hates' Nashville, country music in resurfaced clip.
Nearly Half of Northeast Tennessee Households Struggle to Meet Living Costs, Local Report Finds
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. — A new analysis reveals that nearly 46% of households across Northeast Tennessee aren’t earning enough to cover today’s basic expenses, underscoring economic pressure in the region despite broader state growth. bjournal.com.
Tennessee National Guard will stay in Memphis despite court ruling
The Tennessee National Guard remains in Memphis despite a court ruling. There was speculation lawmakers might return to debate the topic but Lt. Gov. Randy McNally calls it "idle speculation."
These Value City Furniture stores are closing following bankruptcy
Value City Furniture’s parent company has filed for bankruptcy, announcing plans to sell company assets and close additional stores, this time in North Carolina and other states. The company, American Signature Inc., announced the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in a press release on Sunday, Nov. 23. The filings...
Quake Rattles Tennessee Near Chattanooga Not Far from Saturday’s Earthquake
According to USGS, a weak earthquake rattled portions of eastern Tennessee last night just west of Chattanooga and not far from the epicenter of another earthquake that struck northwestern Georgia yesterday morning. The magnitude 2.4 earthquake struck just outside of Tracy City from a depth of 9.7 km at 11:28 pm last...
