A house fire in Donelson left one person dead Friday as crews battled flames on Hunters Hill Road. Nearby streets were closed while investigators probe the cause.

The Pruitt branch was briefly locked down Thursday after a shooting was reported nearby; officers worked the 140 block of Charles E. Davis Boulevard while detectives canvassed the JC Napier area.

Gunshot-detection sensors and the city's Real Time Crime Center helped Murfreesboro police identify a suspect vehicle after bullets struck a Rushwood Drive home; two people were arrested and no one was hurt.

Knoxville police renewed a public plea for tips in the 2019 killing of Nahimana Zacharia. Detectives say social handles and witness memories could crack the cold case.

Williamson County launched a voluntary "Connect Williamson" camera registry to help investigators find evidence faster. Officials say no live feed access; privacy watchdogs want guardrails.

A 67-year-old woman was booked after allegedly making threats near Belmont United Methodist’s preschool on April 24. Authorities say staff heard the comments while children played outside.

President Trump told aides he would not endorse either Marsha Blackburn or John Rose in Tennessee's GOP primary, leaving the race without his formal backing. The comment came during travel to Memphis, per reporting.

A man was seriously wounded Saturday night in Tusculum; police detained a person of interest and the victim was rushed to a hospital for treatment.

Henry County and the TBI are investigating a suspicious death in Buchanan; the victim was identified as 49‑year‑old Angela Claxton. Authorities are asking anyone with tips to call.

TWRA warns Middle Tennessee that black bears have been spotted in Hickman, Dickson, Wilson and Sumner counties; secure food sources and report sightings.

A FEMA assistance center is open at 425 West Highland St. in Decaturville to help Winter Storm Fern survivors apply for federal and SBA aid before June deadlines.

Rep. John Rose aired a radio spot paid with House funds backing the SAVE America Act as he runs for Tennessee governor, raising questions about franking and oversight. The spot’s transcript says it was funded with official House money.

A 45-year-old man was arrested after a pickup struck and killed a pedestrian on Woodland Street; police say impairment is suspected.