Ex-Army Sergeant Andrew J. Garasich was sentenced to 12 years' federal prison for severely neglecting his infant, who suffered burns and a skull fracture.

Mt. Juliet police arrested a woman for theft and a man for drug possession after a traffic stop for a stop sign violation revealed stolen goods and heroin.

Gov. Bill Lee and TDEC Commissioner Salyers announced a $1.6 million loan for water improvements in Parsons, TN, featuring low interest and partial principal forgiveness.

East Tennessee law enforcement agencies, including the Loudon County Sheriff's Office, have launched Operation Southern Slowdown to reduce speeding-related crashes and fatalities.

Murfreesboro Police announced a Teen Citizens Police Academy for ages 14–17 to explore law enforcement operations, running from August 19 to September 23.

The Columbia Police are searching for a missing 15-year-old named Maleah Pillow, last seen near Timber Trail. They ask for public assistance and caution against public speculation while offering contact methods for tips.

Henry Horton State Park in Tennessee introduces a new accessible 1.5-mile greenway with amenities exploring local ecosystem and history, funded by environmental grants and in-kind labor.

The Murfreesboro Police Department invites local residents to join its Fall 2025 Citizens Police Academy for insights into law enforcement operations.

Scammers in Nashville are using caller ID spoofing to pose as law enforcement and demand money for fake fines or warrants, prompting a community alert.

A 71-year-old man was charged with first-degree murder after his wife's shooting death in Byrdstown, TN. The TBI arrested Johnny Foutch. The investigation is ongoing.

The Maury County Fire Department dealt with old dynamite, calling in bomb experts to safely mitigate the explosives. They emphasized the dangers of such materials and urged public caution.

A major crash on Briley Parkway near Nashville's airport led to road closures and significant traffic, with diversions set up and the extent of injuries not disclosed.

Wilson County deputies resolved a seven-hour standoff peacefully; the male suspect was taken into custody after initially barricading himself and releasing others unharmed.