Murders, other crime down in Tennessee, per new report
Crime ticked down last year across several categories in Tennessee, according to a statewide report out this month that tracked data from hundreds of law enforcement agencies. The big picture: The number of offenses reported last year dropped more than 6%, to about 476,000, according to the latest annual overview...
ATF targeting illegal gun purchases with ‘Don’t Lie For the Other Guy’ campaign
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is launching an initiative targeting illegal gun purchases, and the message is simple: "Don't Lie For the Other Guy."
Talent show to benefit Nashville nonprofit fighting food insecurity
Unlike traditional food pantries, The Store allows families to shop for the groceries they need, giving them both dignity and choice.
Nashville Teens Arrested for Carjacking, Face Firearm Possession Charges
Two teenagers have been taken into police custody in connection with a carjacking incident and are now facing multiple charges, including vehicle theft and firearm possession. Nashville authorities, as reported by the Nashville Government website, detailed the arrest of two male juveniles, aged 14 and 15, on Monday...
Gathering honors those who died from drug overdoses, offers space for loved ones to...
One Nashville woman is working with an area nonprofit ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day to provide a candlelight service for those who have lost loved ones to addiction.
Metro councilwoman accused of demanding $500K from Nashville business owner
Nashville businessman accuses Metro Councilwoman Joy Kimbrough in ethics complaint of demanding $500K to support his project and using her office for personal gain.
High school student accused of throwing lit firecracker in gym
According to a news release from the Metro Nashville Police Department, the incident occurred on Wednesday at Hunters Lane High School, and no injuries were reported.
MPD responds to 13 calls of campus threats since school year began
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The deadly mass shooting in Minneapolis Wednesday may bring back memories of the deadly shooting at the Covenant School in Nashville. Like the school in Minneapolis, Covenant is a private Christian school. Six people, including three children, were killed at the school in 2023. Investigators say the...
Man on Nashville’s ‘Most Wanted’ fugitives list arrested by U.S. Marshals in Antioch
Crutcher had been on the run for more than two years, after a deadly July 4, 2023, shooting.
Mt. Juliet police arrest man on MNPD’s ‘Most Wanted’ list
Majors was wanted by Nashville authorities for about a month for domestic violence-related offenses.
