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TDOT workers face increased danger from near-misses and vehicle strikes, with 73 incidents this year, urging drivers to follow safety laws and avoid distractions.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Nashville mother was arrested for threatening to conduct a shooting at an elementary school following a dispute about her child's dismissal protocol.
Matthew Isaac Knoot was arrested for allegedly helping North Korean IT workers pose as U.S. remote workers, potentially aiding North Korea's weapons program.
Weather & Environment in ...
The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies and high temperatures for Nashville, with a high near 94 degrees today and consistent warmth throughout the week.
A 64-year-old cyclist, Ronald Laird, was killed in Nashville after failing to stop at a sign and colliding with a car. Investigations point to Laird's failure to yield as the cause.
An interstate crash involving two semi-trucks shut down eastbound lanes of I-40 in Wilson County. Traffic is rerouted as authorities investigate, with no clear reopening time.
The National Weather Service predicts high temperatures with clear skies for Nashville, with highs near 90 degrees and heat index up to 104, before a slightly cooler weekend.
A Lebanon man, Gary Lester, was arrested after a traffic stop led to a drug bust in Mount Juliet; he had provided a false identity and was wanted by the U.S. Marshals.
The Franklin Police warned of credit card skimmers at local Krogers and seek two suspects caught on video. Shoppers are advised to be cautious at self-checkouts.
Larry Brown, 72, was fatally hit by a Chevrolet Silverado while crossing Murfreesboro Pike. The driver, unlicensed and uninsured, was arrested but showed no signs of impairment.
Community & Society in ...
MNPS is increasing its on-campus security by placing SROs in all middle and high schools, with plans to extend to elementary schools, amid safety measures.
Tennessee authorities are increasing alcohol compliance checks and underage buy operations to combat underage drinking, especially as students return to school.
Politics & Govt in ...
Two Massachusetts natives, Alex Ackles and Bryan Williams, have joined Brentwood Fire and Rescue, as announced at the Brentwood City Commission Meeting.
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