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A new study found Memphis and the Nashville metro are among the two most affordable major U.S. metros for raising a child in 2026. Even though Tennessee metros ranked as relatively affordable nationally, child care and other child-related expenses remain a major burden for many families. Previous reporting found child

First Alert Meteorologist Dan Thomas is breaking down the chances for more extreme heat and other dangerous weather for Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky.

Extreme heat (high 95°F) Severe Severe Weather Alert for Rutherford County is in effect due to extreme heat. As of 7:00 PM, the temperature in Rutherford County is 87.3°F with a wind speed of 9.6 mph. Currently, there has been no recorded precipitation, and the sky is mainly clear.

The 2026 Wilson County–Tennessee State Fair returns to the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon August 13-22, celebrating forestry as this year’s featured agricultural commodity under the theme “Tennessee Voices and Volunteers Celebrating America 250!” Click for More Events “Forestry plays a vital role in Tenne

Our hot and stormy summer continues today. Parts of our area have a very low severe thunderstorm risk, and other parts have extreme heat alerts.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Expect ongoing summer rain showers and thunderstorms Sunday, with heavy rain possible. SUNDAY: Scattered showers and thunderstorms are predicted throughout the day, with temperatures reaching the mid to upper 80s. There remains a chance for strong to severe storms, especially in our southeaste

Tennessee’s best meals aren’t always found on the main drag. Some of the most memorable plates are waiting in strip malls, quiet neighborhoods, and suburban corners where locals go when they want something special without the downtown hustle. These spots might not have the flashiest storefronts, but they’ve earned thei

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Scattered showers and thunderstorms could pop up Sunday afternoon and evening. The severe weather threat is low, but a couple strong storms could develop mainly south of Interstate 40. The strongest storms could bring gusty winds and heavy rainfall. Drier conditions should move in by...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Keep cool the next several days. Stay weather aware for storms Tuesday night. First Alert Weather Days have been issued for Monday and Tuesday. Both days will feature extreme heat and humidity. Monday’s high will be 95°. Meanwhile, Tuesday’s top temperature will be 97°. With significant humidi

SMYRNA, TN (WGNS) - The Rutherford County Historical Society’s July meeting brings back a familiar face and a deeply researched Civil War storyteller. Bret Hawkins will present Nathan Bedford Forrest: The True Story (Part II) on Monday, July 20, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sam Davis Home Visitor Center.