WeGo tops 6,000 enrolled in free bus fare program
The WeGo transit agency has now topped 6,000 people enrolled in its new free bus fare program known as “Journey Pass.”. Eligibility is open to anyone already receiving safety net services from Metro agencies, as well as recipients of federal SNAP food stamps. The passes last for 3 years.
Three Arrested After Street Takeover on Dickerson Pike Near Broadmoor Drive
On Saturday night, police arrested three men on Dickerson Pike near Broadmoor Drive. The suspects are Malayke Williams, 23, and Christopher Foote and Drevin Jordan, both 22. Officers say the men were involved in blocking traffic and performing stunts with vehicles.
Fucheck accepts national journalism award
Principal Gregory Fucheck accepted the Administrator of the Year award at the Journalism Education Association’s national award ceremony during its fall convention in Nashville in November. The award goes to a school administrator who supports scholastic journalism and a free press. More than 5,300 students, advisors...
Tragic Accident on Brick Church Pike: Woman Fatally Struck, Teen Driver Arrested
On Saturday night, a woman was hit and killed on Brick Church Pike near Moorewood Drive. Police say a 17-year-old driving a Nissan Versa reported that the woman was standing on the double yellow lines before she walked in front of his car. He tried to avoid her but struck her. He left the scene and later told his...
On This Day in 1954, Country Music Said Goodbye to the Man Who Made...
On this day (December 1) in 1954, Fred Rose died from a heart attack in Nashville, at the age of 56. He was one of the first to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, and for good reason. Rose helped Hank Williams secure his major-label record deal. Additionally, he wrote multiple timeless songs, including...
Nashville deputy of 15 years dies amid battle with health issues
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of a veteran deputy. Sheriff Daron Hall reports that 15-year veteran Deputy Corey Toney died during Thanksgiving week. Toney was reportedly battling health issues over the last several months. “Corey, who struggled with health issues...
Thanksgiving Traffic Stop Leads to Cocaine and DUI Arrest in La Vergne
LA VERGNE, Tenn. — A Thanksgiving Day traffic stop in La Vergne resulted in the arrest of a driver now facing multiple felony drug and DUI charges, according to authorities. Police said Officer Gad was on patrol on Murfreesboro Road traveling toward Antioch when he observed a vehicle with illegal window tint and...
Woman charged with attempted homicide after stabbing in Nashville
An 18-year-old suspect is in Metro jail after a stabbing that reportedly stemmed from a domestic dispute.
The Center for Nonprofit Excellence Announces Recipients of the 2025 Salute to Excellence Awards...
The Center for Nonprofit Excellence of Middle Tennessee (CNEMT) announced the winners for its prestigious 2025 Salute to Excellence Awards presented by Amazon, which took place at the Music City Center. Johari Matthews and Wanda Lyle served as this year’s event co-chairs. The Salute to Excellence is the nation’s...
Unprecedented Traffic Chaos at the Airport
Passengers at a major airport recently experienced an unprecedented delay in exiting the airport, with some reporting being stuck in traffic for over two hours. The situation was described as "ridiculous" and "unheard of" by frustrated travelers who were trying to leave the airport. The standstill traffic was...
