Tennessee prison commissioner looking to prevent drone drug drops, needs funding
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Tennessee Department of Corrections Commissioner Frank Strada is seeking $2 million in funding to prevent "drug drops" from drones. State lawmakers asked Strada about the drops in recent budget hearings. Strada confirmed it's a problem. The Commissioner is hoping to get drone detection...
Proposed changes to buying lottery tickets in Tennessee
People aren't spending as much money on lottery tickets in Tennessee. Now, state leaders are talking about making it easier to buy tickets.
Williamson County felon who prompted Ascension Saint Thomas lockdown turns himself in
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WZTV) — A man who prompted a lockdown at Ascension Saint Thomas last week is now in custody after turning himself into authorities Sunday, the Williamson County Sheriff's Office confirms. William Matthew Frankenbauch, a convicted felon out of Williamson County, is back in custody after a...
I-75 NB shut down at Kentucky–Tennessee line after multiple weather-related crashes
(WKYT) - There’s a traffic alert for drivers on Interstate 75. Northbound lanes of I-75 are shut down at the Kentucky–Tennessee state line due to multiple weather-related crashes, according to Kentucky State Police. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says I-75 is blocked at mile point 1.8, and the estimated...
Salvation Army Murfreesboro Sees Sharp Rise in Food and Utility Assistance Requests Amid Prolonged...
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — As the federal government shutdown stretches now into almost its sixth week, The Salvation Army in Murfreesboro is reporting a significant increase in families seeking help with food and utility assistance. At the local center on West Main Street, more families are turning to The...
Garage fire displaces family in Murfreesboro
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - A space heater is being blamed for a garage fire that heavily damaged a Murfreesboro home on Monday. According to the Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Department, multiple crews were dispatched to a home on Glenwood Drive at about 5 a.m. on Monday. Firefighters arrived and could...
Anatolia Cabinet and Millwork Selects Tennessee for New Manufacturing Facility
Officials for Anatolia Cabinet and Millwork announced last week that the company has selected Baxter, Tennessee, as its first location in the state. The announcement “underscores our commitment to supporting growth and opportunity across rural Tennessee. The creation of nearly 60 new jobs will be transformative for...
Suspect Remains Jailed as 2024 Murfreesboro Homicide Case Nears Plea Hearing This Week
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — A 2024 murder case that began with an emergency call for medical help has now moved closer to resolution, as the accused killer prepares for a court appearance this week. On October 27, 2024, Murfreesboro Police responded to a residence after receiving reports of a...
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee Proclaims November as Accounting Opportunities Month
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has declared November 2025 as Accounting Opportunities Month in Tennessee. During this important month, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Board of Accountancy are highlighting the important services currently provided by Tennessee’s...
Storm Team 11: Winter weather to impact the region today
A clipper system will drop into the region today, increasing the chance for snow showers this afternoon and evening. Bursts of heavier snow will be possible this evening. The best time for snow will fall from around 3pm through around 8pm. Road conditions could worsen with bursts of heavy snow...

















