A nonprofit bought the historic Mayflower in Hillsboro Village to keep 18 apartments affordable as Nashville prepares a record housing funding push.

Mt. Juliet police say a Guardian Shield alert led to the arrest of a 28‑year‑old Nashville man wanted on warrants accusing him of nonconsensual photo posting and harassment.

Brian Harpole filed a federal defamation suit against Candace Owens on April 30, 2026, saying she amplified false claims that he conspired in Charlie Kirk’s killing. The filing could force discovery into how explosive Fort Huachuca claims spread through conservative media.

Franklin-based SageSpring Wealth Partners moved into about 55,000 square feet in Cool Springs, up from roughly 25,000 square feet, as it scales advisors and support staff.

UT Knoxville has joined MNPS’s University MNPS initiative, adding last‑dollar Tri‑Star scholarships and advising supports to build a no‑cost route to college for eligible Nashville seniors.

Naples-based Hoffmann Family of Companies has acquired Memphis-based LEO Events; terms were not disclosed. The agency lists 100+ staff and national clients like Walmart.

Mother’s Ruin is planning a rooftop-focused second Nashville location in 12 South with a roughly $1.1M build-out and an expected late‑year debut.

A body was found Thursday at Fort Dickerson Quarry in South Knoxville. Authorities say Knoxville police are leading the investigation and details remain limited.

Franklin leaders balked at a developer's plan to put a 120‑room hotel on the historic Riverview estate, citing scale and preservation concerns. Another neighborhood meeting is set for May 7.

Potbelly Sandwich Works will open four East Tennessee locations — including downtown Knoxville — under local franchisees the Patel brothers. Addresses and opening dates were not included in the company's release.

Allen Baggett was arrested April 24 in Gallatin and charged with six counts of aggravated sexual battery and six counts of solicitation of a minor. Police say the investigation began after a March complaint and are asking witnesses to call 615-452-1313.

Air Methods and Covenant Health will open two 24/7 air‑medical bases in Morristown and Rockwood this May, bringing H135 helicopters and crews able to carry whole blood.

A new elevated greenway bridge and riverfront upgrades were unveiled at Ascend Amphitheater, promising year‑round access and management‑led improvements.