WeGo hosting expanded Journey Pass sign-up events for SNAP recipients
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - WeGo Transit said it is offering expanded Journey Pass sign-up events for those who receive SNAP benefits. Journey Pass, which is funded through the Choose How You Move initiative, is the largest fare-free transit initiative in Nashville. “To date, more than 2,500 residents have received a...
Nashville advocates push for free bus rides amid SNAP benefit freeze
Nashville transit advocates call for suspended WeGo bus fares to help 60,000+ residents without SNAP benefits access food distribution center
North Nashville church delivers meals as SNAP cuts leave more families hungry
A North Nashville church is delivering meals to neighbors in need as food costs rise, and SNAP benefits are cut — helping feed hundreds each month across Davidson County.
As SNAP benefits stall, Donelson church steps up to fill pantries
As more than half a million Tennesseans who rely on SNAP wait on their food benefits, one church opened its doors Tuesday to fill the need.
Running on joy: Inside Nashville’s new Happy Thrift Store
As someone whose go-to recommendation finder is TikTok, my For You page is constantly flooded with things happening around Nashville — from weekend pop-ups to new cafes opening every other week. During one of those late-night scrolls, I stumbled across a video from local influencer Lillian Claire featuring a new shop...
Teen found with stolen gun in backpack at Nashville high school
Officers discovered an extended magazine and loose rounds of ammunition in his backpack, along with the gun.
‘He didn’t bother to even hide it’: Nashville resident describes seeing gunman drive through...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A gunman caused panic in parts of Nashville Wednesday morning, brandishing a long gun inside Plaza Mariachi and then driving through a neighborhood allegedly shooting from his car. Metro Police took the man into custody in South Nashville in the area of Dodson Chapel and Bell...
2025’s most popular baby names, according to BabyCenter
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — BabyCenter has released its annual ranking of the most popular baby names for 2025, and some favorites aren’t going anywhere. For girls, Olivia holds the top spot for the second year in a row, followed by Amelia in the second spot. Newcomers Eliana and...
Nashville celebrates 1 year of “Choose How You Move” with new fare-free program
Over the past year, the city has moved from planning to building, funding projects like 86 miles of new sidewalks, smarter traffic signals at nearly 600 intersections and expanded 24/7 transit service
Man seen carrying rifle inside Plaza Mariachi taken into custody
Metro Police are asking for the public to be on the lookout for a man who was carrying a gun inside Plaza Mariachi on Nolensville Pike on Wednesday.
