Broadway
Coverage of Broadway in the Nexus archive.
- Florida officer on Nashville vacation saves woman hit by car during Broadway crash
An off-duty Florida police officer named Chase Thompson was helping his fiancé when a white sedan crashed into pedestrians on Broadway in Nashville. Seeing one victim, Dianne Cooper, who was unconscious and barely breathing, Thompson used his training to begin CPR. Cooper's family later praised his actions, noting that his efforts in those critical moments were instrumental in saving her life.
- Man shot multiple times and killed in Brooklyn: NYPD
A man was found dead in Brooklyn after having been shot multiple times. The victim of unknown age was located at the intersection of Broadway and Lewis Avenue in Bedford Stuyvesant on Wednesday.
- The Business of Broadway: How did you get your tickets?
Broadway ticketing is described as a layered business with various buying methods beyond standard online platforms like Ticketmaster. Options include the direct box office, which offers transparent pricing; the secondary market, where prices fluctuate significantly; and group sales through licensed agencies, which provide savings of 15-25% for groups. The best purchasing strategy depends entirely on the buyer's specific situation.
- After an 87-year-old drove into pedestrians on Broadway, safety questions are rising. Here’s how TN regulates aging drivers
An 87-year-old man from Kentucky caused a fatal crash on Nashville's Broadway, killing one pedestrian and injuring three others. Tennessee and Kentucky do not enforce age-based driver retesting, relying instead on complaints from families, doctors, or police to review drivers' safety.
- Australian insurance leader Tim Wedlock killed when driver runs red light on Broadway in Nashville
Tim Wedlock, an Australian insurance leader, was killed in a pedestrian accident in Nashville when 87-year-old Thomas Cahill ran a red light, resulting in multiple injuries. Wedlock became the city's 22nd pedestrian fatality of the year, with two others remaining hospitalized in critical condition.
- ‘Economic suicide’: Broadway business owner opposes closing the street to vehicle traffic
A Broadway business owner opposes closing the street to vehicle traffic, calling it 'economic suicide' after a deadly pedestrian crash reignited calls for traffic restrictions. The city is considering installing bollards, while a council member says he will evaluate restricting cars on Broadway following the incident.
- Multiple pedestrians and more identified in tragic Broadway crash
A tragic crash occurred on Broadway, leading to the identification of multiple pedestrians. The incident is being investigated, with key details provided by authorities.
- 'She's such a good soul': Woman fighting for her life after pedestrian crash along Broadway
A woman is fighting for her life after a pedestrian crash on Broadway. News 2 interviewed a friend of one of the seriously injured individuals involved in the collision.
- After deadly Broadway crash, Nashville officials revisit pedestrian safety
A fatal pedestrian crash occurred at the corner of 4th and Broadway in Nashville on Saturday afternoon, prompting Metro police investigation and discussions about improving pedestrian safety on Broadway.
- 911 calls recall critical moments following deadly pedestrian crash on Broadway
An 87-year-old Kentucky man ran a red light on Nashville's Broadway, striking pedestrians with the walking signal and killing one person while injuring others. The incident has sparked discussions about pedestrian safety, including potential bollard installations, and police are investigating whether the driver had a medical emergency.
- TDOT considers closing Broadway to cars following pedestrian death, injuries
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is considering closing Broadway to cars using bollards after a pedestrian death and injuries occurred over the weekend. The move aims to address safety concerns following the incident.
- 'It's heartbreaking': Gov. Bill Lee addresses safety concerns after deadly crash along Broadway
Gov. Bill Lee emphasized the need for officials to ensure public safety along Broadway following a crash that killed an Australian tourist and injured three pedestrians. The incident has raised concerns about safety measures in the area.
- State evaluating possible bollards on Broadway after deadly pedestrian crash in Nashville. Here’s what you need to know
State and local agencies in Nashville are evaluating the installation of bollards on Broadway following a crash that killed one pedestrian and injured three others. The incident involved an 87-year-old driver who ran a red light, prompting discussions about pedestrian safety measures and potential vehicle access restrictions on high-traffic weekends.
- Broadway bar Robert's Western World to open new location inside new Nissan Stadium
Broadway's popular bar Robert's Western World is set to open a new location inside the new Nissan Stadium. The move highlights the bar's expansion beyond its original Broadway location.
- The Business of Broadway: Cogs in the machine
Broadway ticket prices fund a complex unionized ecosystem with high operational costs, including salaries for actors, stage crews, musicians, and other professionals. Weekly expenses often exceed hundreds of thousands of dollars, emphasizing consistency and reliability in live performances.
- ‘Absolute shock:’ Witness describes moment car hit four pedestrians on Broadway, killing one
A car driven by 87-year-old Thomas Cahill ran a red light on Broadway in downtown Nashville, killing 58-year-old Timothy Wedlock and injuring three others. Detectives are investigating why Cahill drove into the intersection, as he showed no signs of impairment. A witness described the chaotic scene and immediate bystander response.
- Who were the driver, pedestrian killed in Broadway crash in Nashville?
An 87-year-old driver, Thomas Cahill, ran a red light in downtown Nashville, striking four pedestrians and killing one, 58-year-old Timothy Wedlock. Three others were injured, and investigators are examining the cause, including a caregiver’s account of the driver’s phone use in the moments before the crash.
- Nashville council member says he will be ‘evaluating’ restricting cars on Broadway after deadly pedestrian crash
Metro Council Member Jacob Kupin is considering restricting cars on Broadway following a deadly pedestrian crash. An 87-year-old Kentucky man ran a red light, hitting four people and killing one. Police are investigating, and a bill to restrict right turns on red will be discussed.
- 1 dead, 3 hurt after being struck by vehicle on Broadway
One person has died and three others were injured after being struck by a vehicle on Broadway in downtown Nashville, according to Metro police.
- Pedestrians hit by vehicle on Broadway
A car struck multiple pedestrians on Broadway on Saturday afternoon. The incident occurred in a public area, resulting in injuries to several individuals.
- Why lotteries can make winning feel more valuable than buying
Economist Judd Kessler explains that lotteries often reveal existing demand rather than create it, using examples like Broadway ticket lotteries and SpaceX IPO allocations. Businesses use lotteries to manage scarce goods without raising prices, while governments use them for equitable distribution, such as Diversity Visas and national park access.
- Rideshare drivers protest against 'unfairly' issued tickets downtown
More than 160 taxi and Uber drivers protested on Saturday against tickets they claim were 'unfairly issued' in Broadway and designated pickup zones. The protest highlights dissatisfaction with enforcement practices in specific areas.
- Seatbelt violation turns to stolen gun recovery in Mt. Juliet
Middle Tennessee police stopped a vehicle for a seatbelt violation and discovered a stolen handgun. The 27-year-old Nashville man was found with a firearm reported stolen in September, linked to a vehicle with a smashed window on Broadway.
- Police activity shuts down road in Vallejo
Police activity has shut down a road in Vallejo, with the Vallejo Police Department advising the public to avoid Mahogany Drive and Broadway. Details of the incident remain unclear as of the report.
- Mother of girl shot by gunfire in downtown Nashville on July 4th pleads for change
An 8-year-old girl was struck by a bullet fragment during a Fourth of July celebration in downtown Nashville, prompting her mother, Perri Orman, to urge the community to find safer celebration methods. The bullet, a 9mm hollow point, narrowly avoided causing severe injury and required hospital treatment, but the family emphasized the incident as a worst-case scenario with a fortunate outcome.
- Edgewater Neighbors’ Lawsuit Against City Over Broadway Rezoning Dismissed
A Cook County judge dismissed a lawsuit from Edgewater residents and business owners challenging the city's Broadway rezoning, ruling they failed to demonstrate constitutionally protected harms. The plaintiffs argued the city violated zoning code by not properly notifying property owners and limiting public hearing participation, but the judge found no prejudice or protected property interests were harmed.
- Judge dismisses Edgewater residents, businesses' lawsuit over Broadway zoning changes
A Cook County judge dismissed a lawsuit by Edgewater residents and businesses challenging Chicago's Broadway zoning changes, ruling they failed to prove constitutional violations or prejudice. The zoning plan allows taller buildings and new commercial uses, and the city argued it met public notification requirements despite complaints about inadequate notice and public engagement processes.
- Utility work to close Broadway in Amsterdam for over a month
Broadway in Amsterdam will be closed between Queen Anne Road and Florida Avenue for just over a month to allow utility work on Broadway Hill.
- Broadway Shows Eye London, NY Wooing With Tax Credits
Broadway shows are considering London as a potential location, with New York using tax credits to attract productions. The focus is on incentives for theatrical performances.
- Broadway's $1.9 billion season is the latest sign of consumers splurging on experiences
Broadway's $1.9 billion season indicates consumers are spending more on experiences. The Tony Awards, which occurred on Sunday, follow this record-breaking season and often boost ticket sales for winning shows.
- Local businesses are off to the races for day 2 of the Belmont
Day two of the Belmont Racing Festival saw increased foot traffic on Broadway, with local businesses reporting positive activity as shoppers and diners filled the area. Businesses expressed optimism that the crowds from the previous day's 'Belmont on Broadway' event would continue through the weekend.
- World Is My Country
Garry, a Broadway understudy horrified by WWII bombings, became an activist using art and a 'World Passport' to protest. His efforts attracted global figures like Einstein and Roosevelt and contributed to momentum for the UN's 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights.