Gallatin's Historic Courthouse Square will host Sumner County's largest America 250 celebration this Wednesday, ending with a synchronized drone show.

Five people were rescued from kayaks after flash flooding near Robert Clark Park; there were no injuries and the park remains closed while water levels recede.

A 52-year-old man was killed after his ATV struck a moving train near Helenwood in Scott County; troopers say he failed to stop at a railroad crossing.

A 29‑year‑old was arrested after allegedly tossing a lit firework at officers during a traffic stop in East Nashville. Authorities say drugs and a loaded, reported‑lost firearm were found.

A pedestrian died after a hit‑and‑run on Nolensville Pike near Harding Place; police say two vehicles fled and investigators are seeking witnesses and video.

Patchy dense fog is likely Monday morning; hot afternoons with scattered storms expected. Allow extra commute time and check updates.

An NWS flash flood warning hit Memphis and nearby suburbs on Saturday; City OEM shared a map showing hundreds of thousands in the footprint and urged people to seek higher ground.

An 8-year-old was struck by falling gunfire near the Green Stage during downtown Nashville's July 4 fireworks. Police say the child was treated at Vanderbilt and the origin of the shot is unknown.

A 4-year-old girl was critically injured after being struck outside her family’s food truck in North Knoxville. Police arrested the driver and detectives are investigating.

Crews have finished deactivation at ORNL’s Isotope Row and will begin demolition in July to clear a cluster of radioactive buildings for new research use.

Hot and humid Sunday with highs near 94°F and storms likely this afternoon. Expect gusty winds and downpours that could disrupt outdoor plans.

A man faces a first‑degree assault charge after deputies say he struck another man with his vehicle at a Brownsville apartment complex. The suspect was arrested after a traffic stop in Chalybeate.

The General Jackson Showboat canceled its July 4 fireworks cruise after mechanical issues, affecting roughly 1,200 ticket-holders; refunds and a dockside option were offered. Many are scrambling for alternate viewing plans during Nashville’s big America250 celebration.