Nashville’s violent crime rate among top 15 nationwide in 2024, per FBI data
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Federal Bureau of Investigation released new data showcasing violent crime statistics from across the country in early August. While the overall national violent crime rate (VCR) decreased in 2024 (359.1 per 100,000 residents), there were some cities, including two in Tennessee, that...
Victims of deadly drug overdoses getting younger according to Metro health data
The latest data from the Metro Public Health Department show overall fatalities are down compared to last year, but more victims are dying at a younger age.
North Nashville food banks see surge as Kroger renovation limits access
With Kroger under renovation and rising grocery prices, North Nashville residents are increasingly relying on local food banks for meals.
Analysis: Pressure mounts as Mayor O’Connell’s office ponders major ECD projects
Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell is at a tipping point in his term, with pressure building to complete several high-profile economic development projects. Why it matters: Halfway into his tenure, O'Connell is facing high-stakes decisions on several fronts: A racetrack renovation plan, the TPAC facility on the East...
Nashville felon on probation faces multiple charges after drug transaction arrest
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A Nashville convicted felon was arrested Tuesday after officers say he was seen conducting a drug transaction in the Cayce Homes community, Nashville's largest public housing development. Dejuan Bell, 33, was taken into custody and had previously pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in a...
Man shot during 3rd shooting in 3 nights at Cayce homes in East Nashville
Offices were called to the 600 block of South 7th Street just after 11 p.m.
Nashville’s Jail System Is Overcrowded — and It Has Been for a Long Time
Earlier this month, Nashville criminal justice officials received a regular email outlining the daily population of the city’s jail facilities. It showed that, with the exception of the mental health-focused Behavioral Care Center, every one of them was overcrowded. This was not a surprise. As a whole, the jail...
Nashville woman arrested after allegedly stealing $4K worth of clothes from mall
MT. JULIET, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Nashville woman was arrested Thursday after allegedly stealing more than $4,000 worth of clothes from a local mall. A Mt. Juliet Police officer pulled over the 46-year-old Thursday afternoon after noticing she was driving an SUV with a fake temporary tag, according to a post shared by the...
Old Hickory man arrested two nights in a row, police say
An Old Hickory man, who was arrested on back-to-back nights, faces multiple charges following his latest apprehension.
Tennessee ranks high nationwide for ICE jail arrests
Data shows Tennessee is second only to Texas for ICE arrests from jails, with minor offenses often leading to detention.
