FBI Raids, Stolen Trucks, Fake VINs: Inside the Tennessee Auto Theft Ring That Just...
A major auto theft investigation in Tennessee just pulled in the FBI, state troopers, local deputies, and multiple search raids after investigators uncovered stolen trucks, altered VINs, and what police believe was a larger organized theft operation stretching beyond state lines. And this is not some isolated chop-shop
Movies Under The Stars Returns to Murfreesboro
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to a free movie under the stars in Murfreesboro! Free outdoor movies are returning to this summer as the city’s long-running “Movies Under the Stars” program kicks off June 1, bringing family-friendly films to parks across the city through July 25.
FIRST ALERT: Heavy rain continues across East Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Expect a wet Saturday with heavy rain, lingering showers into Sunday, and drier conditions and lower humidity by mid next week. SATURDAY: This morning is a FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY. A flood watch is in effect, and heavy rain and storms will continue through the morning. The widespread heavy rai
TWRA: Fawns found alone are likely not abandoned
JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is issuing a reminder about seemingly abandoned fawns. The TWRA says it receives many calls this time of year regarding fawns that look to be abandoned, but this is hardly the case according to the agency. Often times, the TWRA says...
Tennessee lawmaker proposes suspending tax on gas, diesel and food
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A Tennessee lawmaker is urging state leaders to temporarily suspend taxes on gasoline, diesel fuel, and food, arguing the move would provide relief to families facing higher living costs. In a May 19 letter to House Speaker Cameron Sexton, Rep. Monty Fritts, R-Kingston, proposed suspending...
Murfreesboro man convicted of rape charges after week-long trial
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Murfreesboro man was convicted on rape and sexual battery charges following a week-long trial, according to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office. Johnny Franklin King, 44, was recently convicted by a Rutherford County jury of aggravated rape and two counts of aggravated sexual battery.
Nashville toddler shoots himself; advocates push gun safety
A Nashville toddler shot himself after finding a gun at home. Advocates say 92% of child firearm deaths in Tennessee are preventable.
New Tennessee law requires data centers to pay for their own electricity infrastructure
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A new law signed by Gov. Bill Lee signed new legislation aims to protect utility ratepayers’ pockets when new data centers come to town. The law, sponsored by Sen. Brent Taylor (R-Memphis) and Rep. Ed Butler (R-Rickman), requires data centers that have a peak demand of at least 50 megawatts of
Nashville Superspeedway looking for 4th consecutive sellout at Cracker Barrel 400
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — NASCAR is back at the Nashville Superspeedway as tens of thousands of fans flock to Wilson County for the Cracker Barrel 400!. Saturday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m. - O'Reilly Auto Parts Series. Sunday, May 31 at 6 p.m. - Cracker Barrel 400. The Superspeedway...
Measuring the Erosion of American Democracy
America needs a Gerrymandering Partisan Index. Here’s what it reveals.
