Nashville’s new Waste Services department marked its first year, pointing to insourced routes, tablet-based routing, nine new trucks and a foam recycling pilot.

A new Tennessee law launched July 1, 2026, creating a short pilot that lets eligible caregivers of people with dementia apply for reimbursements up to $6,000.

A Clarksville Publix sold a Powerball ticket that matched five numbers and, with Power Play, is now worth $2 million; the Tennessee Lottery says the prize remains unclaimed.

Nolensville’s Star Spangled Celebration moves to Nolensville High School tonight with live music, food vendors and a fireworks finale after 9 p.m.

Smyrna officials are asking residents to text 'smyrna2026' to 77295 for traffic, weather and event updates ahead of the July 2 Independence Day celebration.

Metro Action Commission’s Summer Cooling program is handing out free air conditioners and fans to eligible Davidson County households through August. Here’s who qualifies and what to bring.

A viral video shows a 10-year-old in handcuffs downtown; Nashville’s Community Oversight Board has opened a review and will examine police rules for minors.

A 17‑year‑old Lewisburg racer, Bentlee Potts, died after his car flipped at Duck River Raceway Park; family, school and the track are mourning and a fundraiser has been started.

Tennessee State is projecting a fall incoming class of about 1,600 61,800 students 6a jump administrators are calling an "unprecedented surge" as they race to scale housing and orientation.

The McNabb Center opened Tennessee’s first transition campus in Blount County, bringing housing, clinical care and job supports together on one site. Local and state grants helped pay for the five buildings.

SoKno Pride returned to Sevier Avenue Saturday, filling the street with drag, music, vendors and community outreach.

Roane State will launch a Fire Science emphasis in Fall 2026, pairing classroom instruction with hands-on training and state certifications for East Tennessee responders.

Nashville SC will host a free USA vs Australia watch party at Centennial Park Friday, pairing Team USA viewing with Juneteenth615 festivities and a fireworks finale.