The only female unit to serve overseas in WWII gets a congressional medal 80...
The only female unit to serve overseas in World War II is receiving a Congressional Gold Medal on Tuesday, exactly 80 years after pulling off an incredible organizational feat. The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion — nicknamed the Six Triple Eight — was a predominantly Black, all-female unit that was...
Convicted Catholic Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu drops bid to take part in conclave
A Catholic cardinal convicted of embezzlement and fraud has announced he won't take part in the conclave to choose a successor to the late Pope Francis.
US tariffs could cost China 5–10 million jobs, ‘onus’ on Beijing, Bessent says
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that U.S. tariffs on China will prove "unsustainable" for the country.
UPS says it is cutting 20,000 staff and shuttering over 70 facilities
UPS said it would cut 20,000 jobs in 2025 amid cost-cutting and facility closures, responding to soft demand and aiming to strengthen operations.
Funeral Director Accused of Disturbing Pet Ashes Scam
A funeral home director has been charged after allegedly throwing out the bodies of thousands of pets and giving owners the ashes of other animals, collectively charging them over $650,000 in the process, prosecutors said. Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced on Monday that Jacob Vereb -- owner of...
Noem says she’s “very confident” suspects in purse theft are undocumented
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said she's "very confident" that the two people arrested in connection with the theft of her purse are in the country illegally. "These are career criminals," Noem told CBS News in an interview at the U.S.-Mexico border on Monday. "They have perpetuated crimes against many...
Nashville teacher on leave over allegation of first grader tied to chair
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Metro Nashville Public Schools has placed a teacher on leave due to an allegation involving a student last week. MNPS has confirmed to WSMV4 that a teacher has been placed on administrative leave to allow for an investigation to take place into allegations involving a first-grade student at...
Woman mistakenly detained by MNPD files lawsuit, says, ‘I felt violated’
She was detained, frisked and forced into a squad car in the middle of one of Nashville’s busiest roads. Only for the Metro Nashville Police Department to say they made a mistake.
Habitat for Humanity to Receive Grant to Expand Homeownership Opportunities
Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury is proud to announce it has been awarded $46,500 in grant funding from Habitat for Humanity of Tennessee, made possible through a $500,000 grant from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA). These funds will help build two new homes in Maury County providing a solid...
Corner Pub in Brentwood Closes
Locally owned bar/restaurant The Corner Pub has closed its Brentwood location at 710 Old Hickory Boulevard, Brentwood. There was no announcement of its closure on its website or social media channels, but diners shared the news of its closure. Another Corner Pub location confirmed the restaurant has closed....
