Man charged with evading arrest, assault in Brentwood pursuit that injured state trooper
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (WZTV) — A man is facing various charges after a police pursuit in Brentwood over the weekend ended with a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper being hospitalized. A preliminary report says Cortez Braxton, 33, of Tennessee is charged with assault on a law enforcement officer, among other offenses,...
Dunkin’ locations in Nashville to stop giving out pennies
Signs posted inside certain stores explain the shift. Because of a penny shortage, cash transactions may be rounded to the nearest nickel. Customers can still use pennies if they have exact change, but stores will not provide pennies back.
Brand new traffic lights installed that will change ‘green’ signal for American drivers
A NEW type of traffic stoplight is set to completely change how green lights function. The new smart traffic signals are already being installed in major metropolitan areas, and promise...
Coach speaks out following tragic homicide over weekend
JACKSON Tenn. — We have continuing coverage on a Jackson native and Fisk University student killed in a shooting on the interstate in Nashville this past weekend. Andre Bell died at Vanderbilt University Medical Center following a tragic incident over the weekend. The investigation, led by the Metropolitan Nashville...
Most wanted suspect accused in deadly head-on crash surrenders herself to police in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Metro Nashville Police Department announced that a woman, who was on the most wanted list, has surrendered herself to police in connection with a deadly crash in June 2025. Police said that 22-year-old Reana Ibrahim, of Clarksville, was the driver responsible for the June 15...
Nashville Council member sues for $40M following ethics dispute
Metro Nashville Council member Joy Kimbrough is suing a local businessman for $40 million, months after an ethics clash over alleged demands for incentives tied to a rezoning vote. In a lawsuit filed in Davidson County Circuit Court on Jan. 11, Kimbrough accused Ryan Moses, the CEO of beverage distributor Best Brands...
10 Nashville breakfast diners locals can’t stop raving about
In Nashville, breakfast is not a rushed meal grabbed on the way to work. It is part of daily life, weekend routines, and even family traditions. Locals talk about biscuits and pancakes the way other cities talk about nightlife. Yelp data shows breakfast diners consistently rank among the most reviewed...
What Nashville Visitors Really Complain About (And How to Deal With It)
I asked people what bothers them most about Nashville, and let me tell you — they had opinions. Over 100 people chimed in, and the responses ranged from practical gripes to deeply felt frustrations about how the city's changed. But here's the thing: knowing what annoys people can actually make your trip better....
Sandwiched Between Memphis And Nashville Is Tennessee’s Picturesque Lake For Camping And Peaceful Vibes
While Minnesota is what usually comes to mind for lake getaways, Tennessee boasts some of the country's most pristine lakes. Lake life is a stress-free zone, and Beech Lake is that lifestyle personified. Located near Lexington, this West Tennessee destination is the ultimate place to experience a true detox. The...
Century-old California College of the Arts to close, handing campus to Vanderbilt
By Sam Mondros and Gabe GreschlerUpdated Jan. 13, 2026 • 12:49pmPublished Jan. 13, 2026 • 10:33am. After 119 years, California College of the Arts will cease to be an independent institution and will be taken over by Nashville’s Vanderbilt University at the end of the 2026-27 school year.
