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.

A new mixed-use project is filling the 200 block of Gay Street with condos, retail and a courtyard that reconnects downtown to the Old City.

Three Nashville men sued the Tennessee Highway Patrol after DUI arrests where blood tests later showed no alcohol or drugs; the complaint seeks damages and policy change.

Lebanon police led a multi‑agency sweep that turned up stolen trucks, guns and altered VINs; the department is asking the public to help find a maroon GMC Sierra 2500 AT4.

A restored 19th‑century Rutledge Hill church reopened Thursday as ELM, a downtown Nashville event venue with soaring ceilings, a 20‑foot stage and on‑site parking.

Baptist Memorial broke ground April 30 on a $27M, 18,000‑sq‑ft hospital near Somerville that will restore emergency and inpatient care to Fayette County and is slated to open in March 2027.

A targeted police‑community outreach program gathered for its first conference as leaders highlight early gains and press for sustained funding and evaluation.

Cool, dry weather holds through the weekend in Nashville; showers and storms are likely to return Tuesday into Wednesday.

Chef Julio Hernandez converts his North Nashville tortilla shop into a 12-seat Maíz de la Vida Fonda Fina, opening Wednesday with a tight $12–$16 lunch menu. The spot emphasizes house-made tortillas, quick counter service and grab-and-go commissary items.

Sam Surridge's return and Nashville's stingy defense set up a high-stakes Concacaf semifinal at GEODIS Park.