Tennessee authorities warn of a veterinary anesthetic, Medetomidine, in the illicit drug supply, linked to overdoses. They urge naloxone use and offer support via the Tennessee REDLINE.

Former Tennessee Speaker Glen Casada and aide Cade Cothren were sentenced for fraud and money laundering, receiving 36 and 30 months in prison respectively, and fines.

MNPS is adding weapons detection systems to all middle schools, funded by a Tennessee grant, costing $1.2 million initially and $1 million annually thereafter.

The Metro Nashville Police Department is seeking help to identify a female bank robbery suspect. She robbed a Fifth Third Bank and no injuries were reported.

Tennessee is hosting a free webinar on September 30 to inform residents affected by Tropical Storm Helene about the Natural Disaster Sales Tax Refund program, which offers up to $2,500 in refunds for certain purchases made due to storm damage.

Nashville is forecasted to have a series of showers and thunderstorms, with a high chance of precipitation and some breaks of sun in the coming days, leading to sunny weather by Saturday.

Cookeville's City Council approves a Master Plan for the Westside Commercial District, involving local and Chattanooga firms to rejuvenate the area including the Train Depot and Wilson and Shanks Hotel property.

West Jefferson Pike in Rutherford County reopened after a dump truck crash caused a fuel leak, prompting a response from multiple agencies. Traffic flow has resumed following the cleanup.

A neighbor alerted the Spring Hill Fire Department to a garage fire, leading to a swift response and a dog's rescue. Cooperation among emergency services was crucial during the incident.

Tennessee's Commissioner of Financial Institutions, Greg Gonzales, announced a new maximum interest rate of 11.35% per annum, with regular updates to follow based on prime loan rate changes.

Nashville extends its rideshare zone pilot program, aiming to improve traffic flow and safety during TPAC events, as part of the Connect Downtown Action Plan.

Tennessee Supreme Court will hear an appeal on Nashville city council size, with Vice Mayor Henderson supporting the move to defend local governance structure.

Sgt. Gary Herron of the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office led La Vergne's Fall Festival Parade with a decorated vehicle, winning third place, while Marty Luffman, recovering from a car accident, served as grand marshal.