Tennessee moves to limit robocalls, but experts say scams may continue
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Tennessee lawmakers are taking aim at the constant barrage of robocalls, passing new legislation designed to limit how often companies can contact consumers, but experts warn the measure may only address part of a much larger and rapidly evolving problem. House Bill 1447, sponsored by...
Beloved National Park in Tennessee Forced To Shut Down Areas Across the Park Due...
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is facing an unusual challenge this spring: too many bears.
A million bees swarm Tennessee highway after truck hauling them crashes
Officials warned drivers to keep their windows shut due to the number of bees in the area.
Beekeepers round up 1M bees on I-40 after crash in Tennessee led to them...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Transportation said the ramp from I-40 East to Henley Street is back open after bees swarmed the area after a crash on Friday morning. TDOT spokesperson Mark Nagi said the driver of the truck and the passenger are beekeepers and the truck...
Walmart to remodel 8 stores in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Walmart will be remodeling eight stores in Tennessee in 2026. The remodeling includes an effort to “modernize the in-store and digital shopping experience” with upgraded layouts, technology and services. The company says the goal is to offer faster, more convenient shopping to customers and be able to deliver items in as little as an hour.
Sharp Springs Natural Area fishing piers replaced by Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
Two of four fishing piers in Sharp Springs Natural Area in Smyrna have been replaced by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
Murfreesboro working to connect historic square to MTSU
Murfreesboro officials are studying how to better connect their historic square with Middle Tennessee State University.
High Winds Knock Out Power and Topple Trees Across Rutherford County
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS)- Thunderstorms scraped through Rutherford County on Thursday leaving behind a trail of minor damage and utility disruptions. High winds reaching 65 miles per hour pushed through the region, knocking out power to nearly 3,800 local Middle Tennessee Electric customers at the height of the storm. Key...
Tennessee’s Live Music Support Act Abruptly Shut Down After Garnering Encouraging Bipartisan Support
The Tennessee House Finance, Ways and Means Committee voted 11-15 to block the state’s Live Music Support Act, despite strong bipartisan support. Tennessee’s House Finance, Ways and Means Committee has blocked legislation in an 11-15 vote that would have provided funding to independent music venues in the state. The bill, titled the TN Live Music […]
Rutherford County Wins Big in New $58 Billion State Budget
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS)- The Tennessee General Assembly officially passed the state's $58 billion budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year Thursday. This spending plan brings a massive win to North Rutherford County with an $83 million allocation for the Department of the Military. That money is designated for the construction of a brand-new Army Aviation Support Facility located at the Volunteer Training Site...
