Former White House teacher’s aide sentenced for statutory rape
A former teacher’s aide at White House Middle School has been sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty in Sumner County to statutory rape. Shaundra Florence Cartwright, 46, of Greenbrier, pleaded guilty in December 2025 to five counts of aggravated statutory rape. She had been indicted in August 2022 on
Mother speaks out after infant dies at her child’s unlicensed Smyrna daycare
A mother who sent her son to an unlicensed daycare in Smyrna is speaking out after an infant died there over the weekend. A complaint released by the Tennessee Department of Human Services states the home was operating as an unlicensed daycare center. The report states that when officers arrived, they found 16 children
‘We are borderline at capacity’: Cheatham County shelter filled with rescued animals
After multiple law enforcement operations where dogs were seized, Cheatham County Animal Control is basically filled to capacity.
Medication mix-up clouds $950M Williamson Health sale
A medication mix-up at Ascension St. Thomas is raising concerns about a $950M deal to sell Williamson Health.
More former MNPS teachers allege grade changing; district disputes broader pattern
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — More former Metro Nashville Public Schools teachers are raising concerns about student grades after a former MNPS Teacher of the Year publicly alleged she was directed to change a student’s grade. FOX 17 News has heard from additional current and former educators since Samira...
Overturned vehicle blocks traffic on I-40 westbound
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Interstate 40 Westbound near mile marker 212 near Elm Hill Pike is closed due to a crash involving an overturned vehicle. The crash happened just before 9 p.m. Wednesday night and is causing backup at the I-24 and I-40 split. Drivers should avoid the area or...
WCS Warns Community to Be Aware of Scams
Williamson County Schools is warning families and local businesses to be on the lookout for two potential scams. Text Message Scam Several community members have reported receiving a text message asking them to reply “Yes” to receive alerts from Williamson County Schools. The district uses a mass notification system to
These 11 Tennessee High Schools Rank Among the Best in the State
Finding the right high school can shape your entire future. Tennessee is home to some incredible schools that push students to reach their full potential while building communities where everyone belongs. From specialized STEM programs to creative arts academies, these 11 schools have earned their spots as the best in.
Croquet Cafe Opens in Nashville’s Centennial Park!
Croquet Cafe is now open at Centennial Park! It's located in an old croquet clubhouse, a landmark originally built in 1963. Guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor seating with a menu offering coffee, smoothies, salads, sandwiches, hot dogs, soft serve, and more. Operated in partnership with the Centennial Park Conservancy
Vanderbilt University achieves rezoning approval to repurpose parking lots
The university will convert roughly 40 acres of parking lots and structures into a mixed-use environment.
