A fire in a Putnam County home was quickly contained by firefighters, saving the family pet and limiting damage to one room, though a firefighter sustained minor injuries. An investigation into the fire's cause is underway.

The Tennessee Titans are restructuring their front office, with GM Mike Borgonzi taking on more control, including overseeing the team's roster and leading the coach search.

The Wilson County Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance in finding Paul Girton, wanted for bond jumping, elderly financial exploitation, and theft of $10,000-$60,000.

Police arrested a suspect for an armed robbery at a Walmart parking lot in Lewisburg, TN, using traditional methods and technology, with no reported injuries.

Officer Wolfe arrested a driver with a history of DUI for multiple offences, including possession of cocaine, marijuana, illegal weapons, and impaired driving in La Vergne.

Nashville police report a rise in gun thefts from unsecured vehicles, with 1,008 firearms stolen in 2025—a jump from 928 in 2024. They emphasize the need for vehicle security to prevent further theft and crime.

Officer Ragle has been sworn into the Cookeville Police Department, with expectations that her experience and professionalism will benefit the community.

A train derailment in Todd County, Kentucky, led to a shelter-in-place order due to a car with molten sulfur. No injuries were reported, but air quality concerns prompted temporary precautions. The order was lifted when the air was deemed safe.

Tennessee AG has shut down illegal online sweepstakes casinos for consumer protection, citing them as predatory and evading gambling fairness regulations.

The Tennessee Volunteers and Illinois Fighting Illini are set to play for the first time at the Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl, each with an 8-4 season record. The match is on December 30th at Nissan Stadium.

A Murfreesboro house fire caused serious damage, rendering the residence uninhabitable; a man was hospitalized, and the Red Cross is assisting the homeowner. The cause is under investigation.

Murfreesboro faced two significant traffic accidents; one resulted in a fatality and several injuries. Both incidents occurred on December 21 and are under investigation.

Aubrey Bellamy, 23, was fatally shot in his Madison apartment after reportedly an altercation. Police are investigating and seeking information on the suspects.