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Mt. Juliet passed an ordinance restricting U-turns at some intersections after its second reading. This means drivers may soon see 'No U-turn' signs, which may also include time restrictions and penalties for violations. The city’s leadership will use city engineers and public works to determine which intersections receive the signs.

State investigators determined that "operator error" caused an accident on a carnival ride at the Wilson County-Tennessee State Fair last week. The incident involved the Wave Swinger, injuring nine people, four of whom were hospitalized. As a result, the person who ran the ride will no longer operate it and other operators will receive additional training.

The Mt. Juliet Police Department is currently responding to a barricade situation involving an individual inside a home in Mt. Juliet, Tenn. Officers have contacted local residents and are asking people to avoid the area while they work to resolve the incident.

A single-vehicle crash involving serious injuries has closed a roadway in Lebanon, Tennessee. The wreck occurred on Hartmann Drive and closed northbound lanes between Hickory Ridge Road and Blue Devil Boulevard. The Lebanon Police Department's traffic unit is currently investigating the incident.

A pedestrian died in Clarksville after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the road with a bicycle on Thursday night. The incident occurred at 101st Airborne Division Parkway and Whitfield Road. According to the Clarksville Police Department, the injured person was taken to Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital and was pronounced deceased.

A violent crash involving a semi and another vehicle occurred overnight on I-24 East near Antioch, leaving at least one person dead in Nashville. The accident happened near the Old Hickory Blvd. exit ramp and caused the collision vehicle to catch fire. All eastbound lanes of I-24 are currently closed for investigation and crews working to remove wreckage, with reopening expected around 6 a.m.

An unspecified event at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown harmed at least four patients, according to hospital reports. Glenda Dorton's family alleges her condition of being paralyzed from the chest down was caused by receiving potassium chloride instead of an epidural during a knee replacement procedure. The hospital apologized for the harm and stated it immediately launched an investigation after reporting the incident to state regulators.

A man was flown to a Nashville hospital after being hit by a vehicle in Clarksville on Friday. The crash occurred near 1680 Fort Campbell Boulevard and resulted in the closure of the southbound lanes of Fort Campbell Boulevard. Clarksville police are currently investigating the incident.

A mother reported that a strange man allegedly tried to lure her 14-year-old son into his car in a West Nashville neighborhood. The alleged incident occurred in Bellevue, and surveillance footage captured the man following the boy near their home. The Metro Nashville Police Department is continuing to review the footage as part of its investigation.

A mother reported that a strange man attempted to lure her son into his car near their home in the Bellevue neighborhood. The alleged incident was captured on surveillance footage and involved a marked car displaying “Local Locksmith.” The Metro Nashville Police Department is currently reviewing video footage as they investigate this alleged abduction attempt.

A 3-year-old boy, reported missing from a home on Navaho Trail in Pegram, Tenn., was found dead inside a broken-down van by his sibling. Authorities noted the incident occurred during extreme heat and issued warnings about high heat index levels. Officials stressed educating the public not to leave children inside vehicles.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announced that 19-year-old Michael Gross, who went missing from Dickson County on Monday, August 10, was found safe early Tuesday morning. TBI had issued an Endangered Young Adult Alert for the young man, last seen in Vanleer, TN, near Slaydenwood Road. Gross was reportedly located and considered safe in the town of Vanleer.

A 7-year-old girl was hospitalized with serious injuries following a possible drive-by shooting in Nashville. Gunfire ripped through a duplex on Treutlan Place at approximately 2:30 a.m., with investigators stating that about 30 rounds were fired into the structure. Police are reviewing local surveillance footage to try to establish a description of the shooter’s vehicle.

A man was charged in Tennessee after 246 plants believed to be marijuana were discovered during a search warrant executed by a Narcotics Team. The arrest involved Gary Crain, who faced multiple charges including possession of controlled substances, drug paraphernalia, and maintaining a dwelling for drug purposes.

Flash flooding tore through Warrior Drive in Franklin, damaging several homes' backyards, fences, and sheds. The creek overflowed near Joseph and Caroline Susdorf's home on Saturday evening. The Williamson County Emergency Management Agency was dispatched to the area, but residents reported that no one was injured.

During a Friday evening pop-up storm in Spring Hill, Tenn., Michael and Carrie Gray observed more than a foot of water rushing through their yard and cul-de-sac. The family attributed the flooding to runoff from a hill adjacent to the main road that filters into only one storm drain. They are now considering collaborating with neighbors and potentially the city for a permanent drainage solution.

A shooting involving a father and son occurred in Goodlettsville, Tenn., resulting in one death and one hospitalization. The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) is conducting an investigation into the incident, which was reported around 4:42 p.m. on Saturday. Authorities suspect the event was domestic, leading to a large police presence and temporary closure of the area.

A murder investigation is underway in a Goodlettsville neighborhood, where Metro Nashville Police have established a large police presence at Graceland Drive. The area has been closed to traffic while authorities investigate what is believed to be a domestic situation. Smokey Barn News reports that there is no danger to the public.

Early voting data in Tennessee shows increased Republican turnout in Middle Tennessee's suburban counties, potentially influencing the state's two major GOP primary races for governor and Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District. The shift contrasts with expectations of rural county gains, highlighting suburban areas like Nashville as pivotal in determining outcomes.

High-altitude smoke from Pacific Northwest wildfires is causing hazy skies and vibrant sunsets in Middle Tennessee. The smoke, carried by the jet stream, remains suspended in the upper atmosphere and does not affect air quality. Residents can expect striking orange and red sunsets over the next few evenings.

A crash has closed westbound lanes of Interstate 24 at mile marker 51 near the I-40 split in Nashville. The Tennessee Department of Transportation reported the incident around 9 p.m., but no injuries have been confirmed. WSMV is seeking additional details from TDOT as the situation develops.

Tennessee’s sales tax holiday for back-to-school shopping runs from July 31 to August 2, offering tax-free purchases on clothing, school supplies, and computers. Eligible items include apparel priced at $100 or less, school supplies under $100, and computers/tablets under $1,500, with restrictions on sets and excluded items like jewelry or software. Walmart and other retailers are also offering sales to help families reduce costs.

A Nashville resident's electric scooter was stolen from his open garage while he worked on his lawn. Security footage from his home and Tesla vehicle led to the identification and arrest of the suspect, Adrian Russell, who was charged with felony aggravated burglary and property theft.

Attorneys for death row inmate Darrell Hines petitioned Tennessee Governor Bill Lee to commute his August 13 execution date, citing the state’s failure to follow execution protocols after a botched lethal injection of Tony Carruthers, Hines’ medical fragility from strokes, and doubts about his 1985 murder conviction. A judge has ordered the Tennessee Department of Correction to disclose the doctor for Hines’ execution.

La Vergne, Tennessee, may restrict data center locations through new zoning rules, limiting them to Interchange Districts and imposing 1,000-foot distance requirements from residential and sensitive areas. The proposal removes three existing zoning districts where data centers are currently permitted.

A man surrendered to police after a fatal shooting at a Hermitage apartment complex. Austin Arrieta, 20, was arrested and charged with criminal homicide for shooting 23-year-old Luis Hernandez during a fight. The incident occurred at City Side Flats on Lebanon Pike in Nashville.

Rockstar Bret Michaels was hospitalized after performing three shows while dealing with a kidney stone. He underwent surgery, is recovering, and expressed gratitude to healthcare workers for their care.

A Nashville food critic is recovering from cyclosporiasis, a parasite found in produce, after a three-week illness that caused her to lose nearly 20 pounds and stop working. The infection's source is difficult to trace due to her frequent consumption of produce as part of her diet and food reviews.

A fatal shooting occurred at an apartment complex in Hermitage, Tennessee, early Saturday morning, resulting in the death of a male victim at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Metro Nashville Police Department is investigating the incident and has reported having 'strong leads' in the case.

A subcontractor fell 20 feet into an empty concrete septic tank at Santa Fe Unit School in Maury County, prompting a multi-agency rescue operation. The man was airlifted to Vanderbilt University Medical Center with serious injuries but is expected to survive.

A man was killed in a motorcycle crash in Maury County, according to the Maury County Fire Department. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.

Metro Councilmember Courtney Johnston criticized the dismissal of three traffic citation dockets in Davidson County, stating the dismissals stem from Metro Legal no longer staffing the court sessions. Johnston argued the dismissals hinder Metro Nashville Police's traffic enforcement and contradict Nashville's Vision Zero initiative aimed at improving road safety. She urged Metro Legal and Judge Robin Kimbrough Hayes to resolve the issue to prevent further dismissals.

Tennessee State University placed its athletic director, Dr. Mikki Allen, on administrative leave during an internal investigation following a no confidence vote from multiple coaches. TSU President Dwayne Tucker announced the leave and stated an interim athletic director will be appointed soon.

Hickman County leaders in Tennessee are holding a special meeting to address Fairview’s plan to build a police training facility and gun range on Bates Trail. Nearby residents oppose the project due to concerns over noise, safety, and lack of transparency, with some claiming they were unaware of the project’s nature until recent reporting.

Paul Aniel, accused of repeatedly stopping traffic to solicit money, faces five new misdemeanor charges in Davidson County. Police cited safety risks and concerns over repeat offenses tied to roadside solicitation. Aniel has a history of over 100 charges in Davidson County dating back to 2011.

Flash flooding occurred rapidly in Middle Tennessee due to heavy rainfall exceeding ground and drainage system capacities. Saturated ground from prior rains and thunderstorms dropping 2-4 inches+ per hour caused immediate runoff, leading to flooded roadways, homes, and water rescues.

Severe storms caused significant flooding in Goodlettsville overnight, leading to stranded vehicles and road closures. Local emergency departments and Public Works responded to flooded roadways, urging residents to avoid travel. Roads were closed until just before 1 a.m.

A rollover crash occurred on Highway 70 near Old Hickory Boulevard in front of the Kroger in Bellevue, resulting in at least one injury. Traffic in the area is disrupted as crews work to clear the scene.

A 19-year-old Kentucky teen was shot at a house party in Hopkinsville and hospitalized in Nashville with serious injuries. One person, Kaiden Robinson, was arrested and charged with tampering with physical evidence and multiple counts of first-degree wanton endangerment. Detectives are continuing their investigation into the incident.

Residents in Hickman County's Lyles area are protesting a police training and gun range facility built by Fairview, which they claim was revealed to them only after a news report. The city of Fairview moved the project to Hickman County after prior opposition in Fairview, with construction plans including indoor classrooms and outdoor ranges. Concerns include noise, safety, and property value impacts.