Tennessee is launching a plethora of new tourist attractions in 2026, including scenic lifts in Gatlinburg, a night ride at Dollywood, and new eateries and hotels statewide.

Goodlettsville Planning Commission approves a major redevelopment plan for Rivergate Mall, including new retail, a grocery store, and multi-family housing.

Jason Keith Woods, 49, was arrested on a 2nd-degree murder charge related to the fentanyl overdose of Blake Fisher. The Metro Nashville PD emphasizes the seriousness of the fentanyl crisis.

Vanderbilt Commodores rank 14th in the College Football Playoff standings with a 10-2 record after beating Tennessee, as they await Selection Day for a potential playoff spot.

CWD, a fatal neurological disorder in deer, has been detected in Decatur County, Tennessee, with hunters urged to follow regulations and submit deer for testing.

The article provides a detailed weather forecast for Nashville with a mix of sunny and cloudy skies, mild temperatures in the mid-40s, and potential rain showers and freezing rain later in the week.

The race for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District seat features a significant clash between Democratic nominee Aftyn Behn and Republican nominee Matt Van Epps, drawing national attention.

Mark Eatherly was charged with theft, misconduct, and money laundering after an investigation revealed he misappropriated over $62,000 from Nashville's MHRC.

Senator Marsha Blackburn advocates for the Kids Online Safety Act, highlighting the need for better online protection for children, in response to allegations against Meta for inadequately handling sex trafficking on its platforms.

The article reports 8 traffic fatalities in Tennessee during the Thanksgiving holiday, matching the previous year's count, despite troopers' efforts to increase road safety.

Tennessee's maximum effective home loan interest rate will be 10.19% in January 2026, up 4 points above the average prime offer rate, following new state legislation.

The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet at the Tennessee Aquarium on Dec. 4-5 to discuss rule changes and recognize Fisheries staff achievements.

Nashville faces chilly weather with cloudy skies and a high of 38 degrees, and fog reducing visibility for morning commuters. Evening fog and a drop to 22 degrees are expected, with a slight chance of snow showers on Thursday night.