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.

The Nashville Health Department warns of a triple threat of respiratory illnesses—flu, COVID-19, and RSV—and advocates for vaccinations and preventive measures.

The Clarksville Police Department reported a fatal crash on the 101st Airborne Division Parkway, where one female passenger died and charges are pending.

TDOT's 5th Annual No Trash November removed over 77,000 pounds of litter with the help of 2,470 volunteers and 205 cleanup events. Governor Bill Lee supported the initiative, which included educational components and rewards for participants.

Strong winds and rains caused emergencies in Murfreesboro, with the Fire Rescue responding to downed lines and road blockages. Minor injuries were reported.

Tennessee's revenues in November reached $1.5 billion, marking a year-over-year increase yet falling short by $49.9 million against budgeted estimates, with strong consumer spending but less corporate tax revenue than expected.

Smyrna, Tennessee adjusts speed limits along Jefferson Pike, as announced by the Smyrna Police Department. New limits are 40 MPH and 45 MPH in specified stretches, following a road safety study.

Nashville's Department of Transportation and Parks and Recreation offer a Christmas Tree Recycling Program, with 14 drop-off locations for natural trees and convenience centers for artificial ones. Decorations must be removed before recycling.

Montgomery County offices will close on December 24, 25, and 26 for Christmas and maintenance, and on January 1 for New Year’s Day, but essential services remain operational.

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture received over $880,000 from the USDA to help expand the state's hardwood industry into markets in India and Vietnam.