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Dangerous heat hits Nashville Tuesday: highs near 99°F and heat‑index values into the low 110s. A Heat Advisory runs through 8 p.m. CDT.
Heat Advisory runs 10 a.m. Monday through 8 p.m. Tuesday with highs near 97°F and feels‑like temperatures above 110°F. Overnight storms are possible early Monday.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A late-night shooting on Belcourt Avenue in Midtown left one person injured and prompted an emergency response. Officials have not released further details.
Patchy fog this morning clears to a dangerous heat spike. Heat indices could top 110°F early next week.
Politics & Govt in ...
Court records show dozens of traffic cases were dismissed after Metro Legal stopped staffing traffic court, and a Metro Council member says the move undercuts Vision Zero enforcement.
Scattered storms possible Saturday afternoon with highs near 89°F. Heat spikes Sunday–Tuesday with 'feels like' temperatures topping 100°F in spots.
Parks & Nature in ...
Metro and partners closed on roughly 300 acres to add to Beaman Park, protecting Highland Rim forestland northwest of Nashville and expanding outdoor access.
Clear and mild Friday, but storms Saturday and a major heat spike by Tuesday.
Community & Society in ...
A federal SNAP overhaul has left many refugees in Knoxville without benefits. Bridge Refugee Services has expanded emergency groceries and culturally familiar food distributions to fill the gap.
A Nashville man wanted in connection with a November 2025 head-on crash that killed Dustin McLeod surrendered and was booked on vehicular homicide and aggravated assault warrants.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
Gaylord Opryland’s ICE! returns this winter with a Home Alone theme, running Nov. 6–Jan. 2 and packed with carved‑ice scenes, slides and family‑friendly traps. Early‑bird packages are available now.
Food & Drinks in ...
William Bagley, founder of Archer's BBQ, is coming back to Knoxville with a new barbecue restaurant at 937 N. Central St., calling the project a 'second chance.'
Retired Metro Nashville Public Schools employees found thousands in fraudulent Medicare charges on their EOBs. MNPS cut ties with HealthSpring as federal anti‑fraud measures ramp up.
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