I-24
Coverage of I-24 in the Nexus archive.
- Tennessee Transportation finds no “red flags” in toll-land bidder despite past problems
The Tennessee Department of Transportation selected DriveTN for a $9.2 billion project to build toll lanes along I-24 in Nashville’s southeast corridor. Despite DriveTN's associated companies having faced previous financial issues, including price-gouging accusations and bankruptcies, Commissioner Will Reid stated the state found no major problems during pre-qualifications.
- One person killed in early morning I-24 crash
One person died following a crash that occurred on I-24 in Anitoch early Friday.
- Letters warn South Nashville homeowners of I-24 toll lane property impacts
Federal officials approved Tennessee's I-24 Choice Lanes project, which involves adding toll lanes through a roughly 26-mile stretch between Nashville and Murfreesboro. The $5 billion plan is intended to improve traffic flow but has prompted concern among South Nashville homeowners regarding potential impacts, including the possible use of eminent domain for their properties.
- Semi-truck fire partially closes I-24 in Manchester during early morning commute
A semi-truck fire took place on Interstate 24 eastbound in Manchester. This incident is causing traffic delays for early morning commuters.
- Rollover semi crash closes portion of I-24 in Joelton
A rollover semi crash closed a portion of I-24 in Joelton. The incident occurred in the westbound lanes near mile marker 36 around 6 a.m.
- Overturned trailer causes delays on Old Hickory Boulevard on I-24, debris cleanup underway
An overturned trailer caused traffic delays on Old Hickory Boulevard and Whites Creek Pike on I-24 near mile marker 36. Debris cleanup operations are currently underway at the crash site.
- Montgomery County leaders push for additional I-24 exits as Clarksville continues to grow
Montgomery County leaders are advocating for additional I-24 exits to address traffic congestion caused by Clarksville's rapid growth. Discussions with the Tennessee Department of Transportation focus on new exits near existing interchanges, connecting to Ted Crozier Boulevard, Costco, and Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital. The project is in early stages and may tie into a 2034 I-24 widening plan.
- TDOT wants your input on downtown Nashville’s ‘inner loop’ plan
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is conducting a Planning and Environmental Linkages study to improve downtown Nashville's interstate network, including I-65, I-24, I-40, and I-440. Public meetings are scheduled for July 20-21, with alternative comment submission methods provided.
- More than a dozen injured in 8-vehicle crash involving tractor-trailer that closed 1-24 near TN-KY state line
An 8-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer near the Tennessee-Kentucky state line on I-24 caused the closure of westbound lanes and injured more than a dozen people. Nine individuals were hospitalized, and EMS and ambulance services from multiple counties are assisting.
- Crash involving 18-wheeler considered mass casualty incident with at least 12 injured
A crash involving an 18-wheeler on I-24 has injured at least 12 people, according to Hopkinsville Fire and EMS. The incident has been classified as a mass casualty event.
- Semi-truck carrying chickens bursts into flames in Chattanooga
A semi-truck carrying chickens caught fire on I-24 in Chattanooga near the Browns Ferry Road exit. The fire, possibly caused by the truck's brakes, resulted in some chickens dying, but the driver was unharmed.
- I-24 closed in South Nashville due to crash involving motorcyclist
All eastbound lanes of I-24 are closed in South Nashville. This closure is due to a crash involving a motorcyclist.
- Shooting in Antioch on I-24 at apartment complex
A shooting occurred at an apartment complex on I-24 in Antioch, injuring one person. The incident took place on Wallace Road.