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Several People Injured In Serious Crash

Sat, 25 May 2013 20:17:00 EDT

The crash happened around 6:00 p.m. near the intersection of Highway 96 and Maple Lane. Emergency crews and police are on the scene, and several patients were being taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Body Found At Percy Priest Lake

Sat, 25 May 2013 19:07:00 EDT

The body found Saturday on Percy Priest Lake has now been identified as a missing boater.

Nashville Protesters Demonstrate Against Monsanto

Sat, 25 May 2013 18:25:00 EDT

Protesters in Nashville joined hundreds of other groups across the country to demonstrate against the Monsanto company.

Metro Neighborhood Checked For Mosquito Breeding Grounds

Sat, 25 May 2013 17:51:00 EDT

Mosquitoes have started creeping in on evening activities. Now with recent findings of West Nile in our area, the Metro Public Health Department wants to make sure residents are protects.

Driver Killed In Crash On Portland Highway

Sat, 25 May 2013 16:11:00 EDT

The crash happened on Highway 109 in Portland just after 8:00 a.m. Saturday. 43-year-old Stephanie Law was driving a Chevy Impala when she lost control and hit a tractor trailer.

Woman Dies of Injuries From House Fire

Sat, 25 May 2013 15:52:00 EDT

Susan Spry and her husband George were inside their home on West Linden Avenue in the West End area Thursday night when the fire started.

State Asks Judge To Freeze HRC Owners' Accounts

Sat, 25 May 2013 11:12:00 EDT

The state asked a judge to freeze the assets and personal accounts of the owners of HRC Medical and their wives, as well as the finances of the former HRC clinics.

Veterans Remembered On Holiday Weekend

Fri, 24 May 2013 23:37:00 EDT

To some it's a field full of flowers and strangers, but not to Veteran Marty Gencsi. On Friday, he visited old friends at the Williamson Memorial Gardens.

Schools Out, Agencies Step In To Help Students

Fri, 24 May 2013 23:21:00 EDT

Metro students are celebrating the last day of school, but during summer break thousands of students may not know where their next meal will come from.

Elementary Students In Brentwood Write Inspirational Song

Fri, 24 May 2013 23:08:00 EDT

Three students at Currey Ingram Academy in Brentwood had the opportunity to write a song with three teachers and came up with an inspirational message set to music.

Man Hospitalized After North Nashville Shooting

Fri, 24 May 2013 22:47:00 EDT

Metro Police said a man has been hospitalized after being shot in North Nashville.

Lebanon Woman Attacked By Dog

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:56:00 EDT

A dog's fate lies in the hands of a mid-state city after authorities say he viciously attacked a woman and sent her to the hospital.

Officials: 'Careless Smoking' Cause Of Fire, Couple Injured

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:31:00 EDT

Fire officials said a late night fire that sent a couple to the hospital was caused by "careless smoking."

Pool Inspections Important For Swimming Safety

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:01:00 EDT

With the Summer season fast approaching, a lot of people will be taking a swim in the pool, but there are some dangers health officials want swimmers to know about.

Ozone Advisory For Middle Tennessee Counties Saturday

Fri, 24 May 2013 18:21:00 EDT

Health officials have issued an Ozone Advisory for counties in Middle Tennessee for Saturday.

Two Appellate Court Judges Stepping Down

Fri, 24 May 2013 18:07:00 EDT

Two Tennessee appellate court judges have notified Governor Bill Haslam they will not run for another term on the bench in the August 2014 retention election.

Mosquitoes Test Positive For West Nile In Bellevue

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:15:00 EDT

Metro Public Health Department confirmed Friday a batch of mosquitoes collected in Bellevue tested positive for West Nile Virus.

FDA Warns Of Infections Tied To Tennessee Pharmacy

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:59:00 EDT

Government health officials are investigating several health problems reported with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.

One Killed In Single Vehicle Crash On I-24E In Rutherford County

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:43:00 EDT

One person has been killed in a single vehicle crash on Interstate 24 eastbound in Rutherford County.

Trial Wraps Up In International Custody Battle

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:40:00 EDT

A federal trial involving two 13-year-old twin boys at the center of an international child custody dispute has concluded without a decision yet made on the children's fate.

DA: Victims Shot After Drugs Handed Over

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:40:00 EDT

Prosecutors said a Tennessee pharmacy owner killed during a robbery had handed over several bottles of oxycodone before he was shot.

Driver Arrested In DUI Crash That Injured Two Teenagers

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:31:00 EDT

The woman accused of driving drunk when she slammed her pickup truck into a car carrying two Montgomery County high school cheerleaders has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses.

Man Arrested In Gallatin Murder

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:18:00 EDT

Gallatin Police have arrested a man in connection with their first murder in three years. Keanthony Dillard, aka "Cruna," was taken into custody Friday.

Governor, Officials Honor Military Members, Families

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:16:00 EDT

Governor Bill Haslam kicked off the Memorial Day weekend by honoring the service of our military men and women and their families on Friday morning.

Court Rules Against Man Who Lost Handgun Permit

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:11:00 EDT

The Tennessee Appeals Court has ruled against a man who claimed state law regulating the carrying of firearms was unconstitutional.

Hungry TennCare Eating More Of State Budget

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:54:00 EDT

State Treasurer David Lillard said expanding health care costs could absorb funding the state used to spend on other needs.

Masked Gunmen Rob Priest Lake Grocery Store

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:32:00 EDT

Police want to identify two masked gunmen robbed a local grocery store near Priest Lake on Tuesday night.

Elderly Nashville Couple Killed In Kentucky Crash

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:04:00 EDT

An elderly couple from Nashville was killed in a Thursday afternoon crash in Kentucky.

Water Main Break Gushes In East Nashville

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:01:00 EDT

A water main break gushed water into the air in east Nashville on Friday morning. It happened around 5 a.m. on South 6th Street, just south of Fatherland Street.

Final Two Suspects In Custody In Murfreesboro Robbery

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:41:00 EDT

The final two suspects in an armed robbery outside a Murfreesboro restaurant earlier this week have been arrested.

Suspected Serial Robber Arrested

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:28:00 EDT

A suspected serial robber was arrested Thursday afternoon in Nashville.

Masked Man Breaks Into Cool Springs McDonald's

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:09:00 EDT

A masked man dressed as a worker broke into a Cool Springs McDonald's earlier this week, and police need help identifying him.

House Destroyed By Fire In Ashland City

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:33:00 EDT

Crews worked to battle a house fire in Ashland City on Friday morning. It broke out sometime before 4:30 a.m. on Gibbs Road.

Clerk Assaulted During Robbery At Convenience Store Overnight

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:33:00 EDT

A man who wasn't able to pay for items at a convenience store decided to take them instead after assaulting a clerk overnight.

THP Stepping Up DUI Enforcement Over Holiday

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:30:00 EDT

The Tennessee Highway Patrol is stepping up seat belt and DUI enforcement over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

Deadline For Hunter Comments On Regulations

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:28:00 EDT

Hunters have through Monday to comment to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency on hunting regulations for the next seasons.

State Officials To Hold Seat Belt Campaign Event

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

The Governor's Highway Safety Office plans to announce its "Click It or Ticket" campaign on Friday.

NHK Seating Expanding Murfreesboro Facility

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:15:00 EDT

State officials said that automotive seat manufacturer NHK Seating of America Inc. plans to expand its facility in Murfreesboro, adding 94 jobs in the process.

Predators Raise More Than $7,000 For Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:13:00 EDT

The Nashville Predators raised more than $7,000 for Oklahoma tornado victims during a fundraiser outside Bridgestone Arena on Thursday.

Teen Injured In Crash Attends High School Graduation

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:00 EDT

A serious car accident didn't stop a senior at Montgomery Central High School in Clarksville from graduating.

Suspects Indicted In Tennessee-Alabama Murders

Fri, 24 May 2013 07:37:00 EDT

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation along with the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office served charges on the two suspects connected to a two-state murder spree that left six people dead in October 2012.

Donations Fill Tractor Trailers Across The Mid-State

Thu, 23 May 2013 23:17:00 EDT

A 53-foot tractor trailer has been parked outside Pleasant View's city hall to collect donations for the Oklahoma tornado victims.

Two Dead In Drugstore Shootings In East Tennessee

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:43:00 EDT

An East Tennessee pharmacy owner and a customer have been killed during a robbery that left a pharmacy tech and another employee wounded.

Prince Edward Presents Edinburgh’s Awards In Nashville

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:27:00 EDT

Queen Elizabeth's youngest son, Prince Edward, visited Tennessee to promote one of the British royal family's charities, the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.

'Growl Towels' Help Grow Nashville Company

Thu, 23 May 2013 21:57:00 EDT

A Nashville printing company is busy as the Memphis Grizzlies take aim at a national title.

Small Town Newspaper Catches Paper Thief

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:45:00 EDT

After losing thousands in revenue, a Kentucky newspaper took matters into their own hands to nab a newspaper thief.

Teen Offered $100,000 To Drop Out Of College

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:28:00 EDT

After being enrolled in what is considered one of the top colleges for aspiring entrepreneurs, a mid-state teen is being offered $100,000 to drop out.

Bond Lowered For Brentwood Man Accused Of Killing Wife

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:02:00 EDT

The man accused of murdering his wife in their Brentwood home was back in court Thursday where a judge agreed to lower his bond.

Retiring UT Official Cites 'Intolerable Situation'

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:06:00 EDT

Tennessee has announced that Tim Rogers is stepping down as the university's vice chancellor for student life.

Judge Suspends Conservator Over Fee Amounts

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:57:00 EDT

A Davidson County Probate Court judge has permanently suspended a public guardian, citing fees she charged her clients.

Plans For Smith Springs Road School Move Forward

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:34:00 EDT

Plans for a new elementary school in Antioch have taken a big step forward, much to the disappointment of neighbors who oppose the plan.

Mayor Unveils New B-Cycle Station At Downtown YMCA

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:47:00 EDT

Nashville's newest B-cycle station opened Thursday morning in downtown Nashville.

Henry County Assisting Living Facility Forced To Close

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:46:00 EDT

A Henry County assisted living facility has been forced to close after an investigation.

Photographer Facing Child Pornography Charges

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:42:00 EDT

Federal prosecutors said a professional photographer from Perry County has been charged with possessing child pornography.

Two Students Struck By Car Outside Hillsboro High School

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:31:00 EDT

Two students getting off the bus were struck by a vehicle outside Hillsboro High School on Thursday morning.

Belk Offers Free Mobile Mammography Service

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:26:00 EDT

A 39-foot breast cancer screening center on wheels is rolling through Tennessee. Belk department store is offering women free mammograms this summer through their mobile mammography center.

Vandy's Stallings Hires Harvard Assistant Hufnagel

Thu, 23 May 2013 12:49:00 EDT

Vanderbilt men's basketball coach Kevin Stallings has hired Harvard assistant Yanni Hufnagel to fill a spot on his staff.

Vote On Gay Boy Scouts Comes At Emotional Moment

Thu, 23 May 2013 12:45:00 EDT

The Boy Scouts of America's national leadership will vote Thursday whether to allow openly gay Scouts in its ranks, a critical and emotionally charged moment for one of the nation's oldest youth organizations and its millions of members.

Man Injured In Officer-Involved Shooting In DeKalb County

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:07:00 EDT

A man was seriously injured after being shot by officers with the DeKalb County Sheriff's Department on Wednesday night.

Two Teens Arrested In Spring Hill Parking Lot Stabbing

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:07:00 EDT

Two teens have been charged in a stabbing in the parking lot of a Spring Hill shopping center. The stabbing happened Saturday night in the parking lot of The Crossings shopping center.

Radio DJ Organizes Auction, Country Stars Pitch In

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:35:00 EDT

Nationally syndicated radio DJ Bobby Bones wanted to do something to help relief efforts in Oklahoma. He decided an auction would raise money, and country stars are helping out.

Prosecutor Asks To Withdraw From Cadiz Murder Case

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:29:00 EDT

The commonwealth's attorney in Cadiz has asked to withdraw himself from a murder trial in an old slaying case.

Police: Man Who Killed Wife, Self Also Raped Teen

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:28:00 EDT

A felon who police said shot himself to death after fatally beating his pregnant wife also raped a 15-year-old girl the same day.

DA Asks TBI To Look Into Possible Charges Against Advocacy Group

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:25:00 EDT

Members of an advocacy group investigating the Holly Bobo case could find themselves behind bars for allegedly making up evidence in the high profile missing persons case.

Driver Slams Vehicle Into Brick Mailbox Overnight

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:51:00 EDT

Neighbors in east Nashville woke up to a loud crash overnight after a driver slammed his car into a brick mailbox.

Cheatham, Robertson Veterans Have Clinic Friday

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:43:00 EDT

State and local veterans affairs officials are hosting a one-stop clinic for Robertson County and Cheatham County military veterans on Friday.

Federal Grants Help Landowners Conserve Wildlife

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:42:00 EDT

Federal officials have set aside more than $1 million for Tennessee landowners who help conserve wildlife.

Audit Finds $51K Missing At Hamblen Animal Shelter

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:39:00 EDT

An audit by the state comptroller's office has found that more than $51,000 in animal adoption fees and donations for the Morristown-Hamblen Humane Society was not deposited into the facility's bank account.

MNPD Officer Injured In Crash In East Nashville

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:28:00 EDT

A Metro Police officer is recovering from his injuries after a crash in east Nashville on Wednesday night.

Two Stewart Co. Women Charged In Murder Solicitation Scheme

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:17:00 EDT

Two women have been charged in murder-for-hire scheme to kill one of their daughters.

Judge Attacked By Man Upset With Court Ruling

Thu, 23 May 2013 06:53:00 EDT

A Rutherford County judge found himself in a fight with a man who attacked him at a busy store. Police said the man was upset with a ruling the judge had made against him in court.

A Reporter's Personal Story: Hidden Dangers In Lakes, Rivers

Thu, 23 May 2013 06:39:00 EDT

With the summer season about to begin, most of us will take part in water activities and there are important things you need to know before going in the water.

American Cancer Society Celebrates 100 Years

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:53:00 EDT

Wednesday marked 100 years since the American Cancer Society was founded.

High School Students Given A Second Chance To Graduate

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:39:00 EDT

Metro honored graduates from the Academy at Opry Mills and Hickory Hollow. For many students, graduation is an expected end to their high school career, but that's not always the case.

Investigators Return To UCDD Offices

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:19:00 EDT

The federal and state criminal investigation of the Upper Cumberland Development District appears to be heating up again.

Dog Viciously Attacked With Knife

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:19:00 EDT

A Clarksville man is facing serious animal cruelty charges after officials say he cut open the throat of a dog belonging to a man he got into a fight with.

Freedom To Fish Act Could Reopen Restricted Dams

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:19:00 EDT

Some fishermen across Tennessee and Kentucky are celebrating what could soon reopen waters above and below dams along the Cumberland River.

Wilson County Homeowners Involved In Zoning Dispute

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:51:00 EDT

A group of Wilson County homeowners took action on a zoning dispute involving developers after a planning commission approved a controversial subdivision in their neighborhood.

Federal Judge Dismisses Charter School Suit

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:19:00 EDT

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against the Metro Nashville Board of Education brought by a charter school that was ordered to be closed because of poor student performance.

Teen Faces Assault Charge In Playground Attack

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:20:00 EDT

Police in western Kentucky said a 13-year-old boy has been charged with assault in connection with a playground attack that sent another boy to the hospital.

Tennessee Recoups Unemployment Benefits

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:04:00 EDT

State Labor Department officials said they have recouped about $15.3 million worth of fraudulently collected unemployment benefits.

Two Men Arrested In Robbery, Police Search For Third Suspect

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:49:00 EDT

Police said two men are charged and a third is wanted in connection with a robbery outside of Walgreens in Madison Tuesday night.

Rutherford Co. Deputy Accused Of Bringing Contraband To Inmates

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:55:00 EDT

A Rutherford County detention deputy was terminated earlier this month after he allegedly brought marijuana, tobacco, and a cell phone to inmates at the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center.

Notice Of Appeal Filed In Campfield Libel Lawsuit

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:41:00 EDT

A former Democratic candidate for the state House has filed notice that he will appeal the dismissal of his libel lawsuit against state Sen. Stacey Campfield.

Georgia Men Charged In Undercover Drug Operation At Cookeville Motel

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:05:00 EDT

Two Georgia men were charged after an undercover operation in Cookeville netted marijuana, money, and a weapon.

2-Year-Old Child Injured In Shooting In Cadiz

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:04:00 EDT

Kentucky State Police said they are investigating the shooting of a 2-year-old child.

Van-Rob Automotive Expanding In Manchester

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:04:00 EDT

Automotive supplier Van-Rob will expand its plant in Coffee County, adding 104 jobs.

Juveniles Arrested In Clarksville Robbery

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:04:00 EDT

Two juveniles were arrested after police said they robbed a Clarksville man while they were walking to alternative school.

Hundreds Of Troops Welcomed Back At Fort Campbell

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:03:00 EDT

Families and friends met loved ones Tuesday at Fort Campbell where more than 200 soldiers returned to the post on the Kentucky-Tennessee border from Afghanistan.

Man Charged With Faking Marriage To Visit Inmate

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:53:00 EDT

Washington County authorities said a man faked a marriage certificate so he could visit a woman held in the Johnson City Detention Facility.

Re-Opening Of Welcome Center On I-24 Delayed

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:03:00 EDT

An interstate welcome center in southern Kentucky near the Tennessee line won't reopen Wednesday for the Memorial Day holiday as planned.

Traffic Stop Leads To Discovery Of Large Amount Of Drugs Inside Shop

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:41:00 EDT

A traffic stop led officers to find a large amount of marijuana inside a business in south Nashville.

Line Knocked Down By Limb Overnight In Belle Meade

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:41:00 EDT

A tree limb knocked down a line early Wednesday morning in Belle Meade.

$22,000 Reward Offered In Bald Eagle Shootings

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:39:00 EDT

Officials are offering up to a $22,000 reward for information leading to convictions in the shooting of two bald eagles in eastern Tennessee.

Veterans Honored At The Grand Ole Opry

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:27:00 EDT

Vietnam veterans were honored with red carpet treatment Tuesday night at the Grand Ole Opry.

Healthy Locker Trying To Take Control Of Titans

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:24:00 EDT

Jake Locker believes the best way to be a leader is by doing, not talking. It's why the Titans quarterback worked so hard on his recovery from offseason shoulder surgery to be ready for the team's offseason program.

Holly Bobo's Family Speaks Out Against TBI Statements

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:20:00 EDT

The family of a missing nursing student spoke out Tuesday against statements made by an official about a series of reports by another local TV station.

Tennessee Sends Volunteers, Relief To Oklahoma

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:22:00 EDT

Several groups across Tennessee have sent volunteers and relief to help with tornado recovery in Oklahoma.

Sumner County Highway Reopened After Crane Collapse

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:21:00 EDT

Highway 109 in Gallatin reopened Tuesday night after a construction crane collapsed on a vehicle and closed the road for several hours.

More Thunderstorms Expected For Wednesday

Tue, 21 May 2013 23:48:00 EDT

More storms are expected to move across Middle Tennessee Wednesday after a round of storms hit the area Tuesday.

Pearl High School Opens Archives To Public

Tue, 21 May 2013 23:24:00 EDT

Pearl High graduated its first class in 1898, as one of Nashville's only schools for African Americans.

Local School Collecting Donations For Oklahoma

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:51:00 EDT

A local school will be sending donations to the victims of the Oklahoma tornado.

DeKalb West One Of A Few Schools Getting Storm Shelters

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:48:00 EDT

DeKalb West School is preparing to break ground on a new FEMA storm shelter able to sustain winds of up to 250 mph.

Proposal Planners Help Men Pop The Question

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:58:00 EDT

It is the day every girl dreams about and it is also the day every guy simultaneously dreads, but there may be some help for guys who just can't figure out the right way to say, "Will you marry me?"

Pursuit Suspect Tries To Run Down Shelbyville Cop

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:44:00 EDT

The Shelbyville police chief spoke out after he said a man on the run from the law took dead aim at one of his own police officers from behind the wheel of his truck over the weekend.

Police Nab Accused Stalker Who Targeted Female Realtors

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:33:00 EDT

Manchester police arrested 32-year-old Robert Green who is accused of using a Homes magazine to target more than 20 female real estate agents.

Is Your 'Safe Place' Really Safe?

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:14:00 EDT

Meteorologist Charlie Neese demonstrates where you should go during a storm when you don't have an expensive storm shelter installed in your home. Some of the places you expect to be safe may not be.

Highway In Carthage Reopened After Massive Rock Slide

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:32:00 EDT

A highway in Carthage has been reopened three days ahead of schedule after a massive rock slide on State Route 25 shut down the roadway for about two weeks.

House Passes Two Year Moratorium On Dam Barriers

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:44:00 EDT

The U.S. House has passed legislation that would put a two-year moratorium on an Army Corps of Engineers plan to erect barriers to prevent people from fishing below dams on the Cumberland River.

Predators Fire Associate Coach Peter Horachek

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:31:00 EDT

The Nashville Predators have fired associate coach Peter Horachek after nine seasons with the franchise.

Vanderbilt Poll: Tennesseans Oppose Online Tax

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:58:00 EDT

A new Vanderbilt University poll finds a majority of Tennesseans oppose the state enforcing online sales taxes, though respondents were split on whether the current system is fair to local businesses.

Texas Truck Driver Arrested In Nashville Motel Murder

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:57:00 EDT

Texas state troopers and deputy U.S. marshals have arrested a long haul truck driver wanted in the beating death of a man inside a Nashville motel.

Henry To Become Permanent DCS Commissioner

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:52:00 EDT

Governor Bill Haslam has named interim Children's Services Commissioner Jim Henry to fill the post permanently.

Music City Center To Attract One Million Hotel Room Reservations

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:18:00 EDT

The Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau said conventions have booked more than one-million hotel rooms nights through 2026.

Publisher Moving Administrative Offices Downtown

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:48:00 EDT

Music publisher Sony/ATV is moving its administrative offices from Nashville's famed Music Row to new offices downtown.

Gang Members Get Guns At Gun Shows

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:03:00 EDT

A Nashville gang member told NewsChannel 5 Investigates that he often went to local gun shows to buy guns.

Police Say Couple Had Kids With Them During Drug Deal

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:22:00 EDT

A Nashville couple was arrested for using TennCare benefits to sell prescription drugs on the street, and police said they had two children with them.

Toby Keith Says Oklahoma Hometown Is 'Strong'

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:07:00 EDT

Country music performer Toby Keith said he was raised in the area near Oklahoma City that was hit by a devastating tornado.

Father Charged After Leaving Two Daughters In Hot Car

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:56:00 EDT

A father was arrested after leaving his two young daughters in a hot car on Monday afternoon, according to police.

Witness Helps Lead To Quick Arrest Of Burglary Suspect

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:54:00 EDT

A burglary suspect was quickly taken into custody after witness saw him trying to breaking into a south Nashville apartment on Monday afternoon.

Trial Begins In International Custody Case

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:51:00 EDT

A trial begins Tuesday that could determine which country will decide the fate of 13-year-old twin boys at the center of an international custody battle that extends from Eastern Europe to Middle Tennessee.

Rebar Finishing Will Add 40 Jobs In Knox County

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:49:00 EDT

Another 40 jobs are coming to Knox County as Gerdau expands its steel reinforcement bar plant.

Couple's Bodies Found In Their Blount County Home

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:44:00 EDT

The Blount County sheriff's office said preliminary results of autopsies on the bodies of a couple found dead in their home in Louisville show their deaths are consistent with murder-suicide.

WWII Veterans Go On One Final Mission

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

Nearly 100 World War II veterans took part in a Music City Honor Flight to Washington D.C. to visit the memorial built in their honor.

Music City Center Celebration Wraps Up With Concerts

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:07:00 EDT

Thousands of people filled 5th Avenue South, alongside Music City Center, for the culmination of a two-day celebration to mark the opening of the new convention center.

Mayor Announces New Affordable Housing Program

Mon, 20 May 2013 23:09:00 EDT

Mayor Dean discussed the need for affordable housing in his State of Metro address, saying it's key to a successful future.

Debris Covers Franklin River Banks

Mon, 20 May 2013 22:15:00 EDT

The banks of the Harpeth River in Franklin has been plagued with decade-old debris.

Questions Over Rutherford County Drug Fund Spending

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:59:00 EDT

Leaders in Rutherford county are asking questions after the sheriff's office there says they spent hundreds of dollars on items out of the fund that's made up of seized drug money.

Pediatrician Says DCS Challenges Medical Opinions

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:41:00 EDT

A Spring Hill pediatrician said she has some sympathy as the Tennessee Department of Children's Services tries to sort through claims about children's welfare.

Meharry Medical College Announces Interim President

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:06:00 EDT

Meharry Medical College has announced who will service as interim president as the current president decided to go on sabbatical.

Firefighters Find Body In Burned Memphis House

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:47:00 EDT

Fire officials said a man's body was found in a burned house in Memphis.

FWS To Consider Concerns About Endangered Fish

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:38:00 EDT

A spokesman for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said the agency takes seriously the concerns of environmentalists that two East Tennessee mines are a threat to endangered fish.

Police: Siblings Killed In Kentucky Car Crash

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:36:00 EDT

Kentucky State Police said two siblings were killed and three other people injured when a car and a truck collided in Nelson County.

No Injuries In Old Hickory House Fire

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:28:00 EDT

No one was hurt in a fire in Old Hickory on Monday morning. Firefighters reported heavy smoke when they first got on the scene at a home on Rolling Mill Road around 11 a.m.

Ribbon-Cutting, Grand Opening Concert For Music City Center

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:22:00 EDT

A ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday morning officially marked the opening of the Music City Center, nearly three years after the project began.

I-65S Reopens Hours After Tractor Trailer Overturns

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:20:00 EDT

Interstate 65 southbound in Robertson County reopened Monday afternoon hours a tractor trailer overturned.

Police Investigate Shooting Near Smyrna Park

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:20:00 EDT

Police are working to piece together conflicting information about a shooting in Smyrna on Sunday night.

Clarksville Police Identify Murder Victim

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:17:00 EDT

Clarksville Police have identified the man whose body was found early Saturday morning.

Man Sought In Death Of Wife Takes His Own Life

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:17:00 EDT

The sheriff of Hamilton County said a homicide suspect police had been searching for has killed himself in a Georgia motel room.

Taylor Swift Wins 8 Trophies At Billboard Awards

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:06:00 EDT

Taylor Swift won eight of 11 awards, including top artist and top Billboard 200 album for "Red." She told the crowd: "You are the longest and best relationship I ever had."

8-Year-Old Boy Found Safe In Smyrna; Father In Custody

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:43:00 EDT

An 8-year-old boy taken by his father after assaulting his mother was found safe in Smyrna on Monday morning.

Tennessee Powerball Ticket Worth $1 Million

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:41:00 EDT

A Powerball ticket sold in Tennessee barely missed winning a share of an estimated $590.5 million prize. But the ticket has a nice consolation prize worth $1 million.

Newest Tennessee Court Of Appeals Judge Being Sworn In

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:49:00 EDT

Governor Bill Haslam will administer the oath of office Tuesday to the state's newest Court of Appeals judge, Thomas R. Frierson II.

TransCard To Expand In Chattanooga

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:48:00 EDT

State officials said banking technology company TransCard LLC plans to expand its operations in Chattanooga, adding 69 new jobs in the process.

National Exhibit On Civil War In Nashville

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:43:00 EDT

A national traveling exhibit on the Civil War will be on display at Nashville's Green Hills Library beginning on Monday.

Jury Convicts Kentucky Man In Torture Murders

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:42:00 EDT

A Kentucky man who was retried on murder charges was convicted Friday for his role in the torture and murder of a Knoxville couple in a case that has been described as one of the most heinous crimes in history of Knox County.

Afghan Pilots Learn Air Assault Tactics From 101st

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:36:00 EDT

With Afghan troops increasingly leading combat operations on the ground, the Afghan Air Force's fledgling helicopter fleet based in Kabul has learned new techniques to support them from the air.

Victims Identified In Sumner County Crash

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:40:00 EDT

New information was released late Sunday evening about a deadly weekend crash in Sumner County. The crash on Hartsville Pike near Kemp Road, just outside Gallatin killed two people.

Shooting At South Nashville Party Injures One

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:39:00 EDT

Four different law enforcement agencies rushed to south Nashville early Sunday morning after shots were fired at a party that was packed with hundreds of people.

Columbia Officers Collide During Pursuit

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:36:00 EDT

Attempts to catch up with a drunk driving suspect ended with two police officers colliding with each other.

Meth Lab Found At Smyrna Home

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:35:00 EDT

Police in Smyrna discovered a meth lab at a home on Saturday where two children were staying.

Crash On I-65 Blocks Traffic For Miles

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:33:00 EDT

Traffic was backed up for several miles after a crash on Interstate 65 in Brentwood.

First Lady Michelle Obama Addresses Local Grads

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:09:00 EDT

First Lady Michelle Obama was in Nashville on Saturday to address the graduating class from Martin Luther King Junior High School. The commencement was held at TSU's Gentry Center.

Confusing Traffic Lights Blamed For Downtown Crash

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:08:00 EDT

A collision early Saturday morning could have been caused by what authorities called confusing traffic lights.

Remarks By The First Lady At MLK's Commencement

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:05:00 EDT

The White House released the full text of First Lady Michelle Obama's Commencement Address at Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet High School.

Global Mall At The Crossings Holds Grand Opening

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:40:00 EDT

Saturday was the Grand Opening for the new Global Mall at the Crossings, and there were big festivities to mark the event.

Middle Schooler Arrested After Gun Found At Dance

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:34:00 EDT

A middle school student was arrested Friday night after police officers said he pulled a gun at a school dance. The incident happened at Freedom Middle School in Franklin.

50 Year Anniversary Of Kennedy's Nashville Visit

Sat, 18 May 2013 07:39:00 EDT

Months before his assassination, President John F. Kennedy came to Nashville to celebrate Vanderbilt University's 90th anniversary.

Prayer Vigil Held For Teens Struck By Drunk Driver

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:19:00 EDT

Friends and teammates rally around two Montgomery County cheerleaders seriously injured in a car accident involving a drunk driver.

Powerball Jackpot Grows To $600 Million

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:12:00 EDT

Powerball officials said the jackpot has climbed to an estimated $600 million, making it the largest prize in the game's history and the world's second largest lottery prize.

Coffee County Man Accused Of Murder

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:04:00 EDT

The man accused of a brutal murder in Coffee County has been brought back to the mid-state after his arrest in California.

Allegations Against Former Owners Of HRC Medical

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:00:00 EDT

Stunning new allegations have been made against the former owners of HRC Medical which once claimed to be the world's largest hormone replacement company.

Lawmakers Promise Review Of Questionable Contracts

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:21:00 EDT

Two questionable state contracts -- first uncovered by "NewsChannel 5 Investigates" -- will face scrutiny from state lawmakers.

Delays On I-40 In Wilson Co. After Overturned Tractor Trailer

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:13:00 EDT

Traffic was being diverted off of Interstate 40 westbound in Wilson County after an overturned tractor trailer was partially blocking the roadway.

Marijuana Grow House Discovered In Franklin

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:37:00 EDT

A Franklin couple was arrested after police discovered marijuana growing inside of their home.

Driver Cited In DUI Crash That Injured Two Teenagers

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:31:00 EDT

Two Montgomery Central High School students were injured in a head-on DUI crash near their school on Thursday.

TBI Accuses TV Station Of Irresponsible, Misleading Reporting

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:56:00 EDT

The Tennessee Bureau Investigation has accused a Nashville television station and a group of private investigators of giving the Holly Bobo family false hope in finding their missing daughter.

Tornado Warning Expired For Lincoln, Giles County

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:10:00 EDT

The National Weather Service has expired the tornado warning for Lincoln and Giles County in middle Tennessee.

Tennessee's Jones Faces Balancing Act On Caravan

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:43:00 EDT

Tennessee coach Butch Jones faces a delicate balancing act this month as he talks to fans and alumni during the Volunteers' caravan.

Body Of Missing Man Found In Bedford County Woods

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:39:00 EDT

Searchers in the woods near Bell Buckle have found the body of a man who had been missing for three days.

Woman Rescued From Cumberland River Near Madison

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:38:00 EDT

A woman was rescued from the Cumberland River on Friday afternoon.

1 SEAL Dead, 7 Sailors Hurt In Training Accident

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:12:00 EDT

A Humvee carrying six Navy SEALs and two other sailors overturned during a training exercise at Fort Knox in Kentucky, killing one of the SEALs and injuring the others, military officials said Friday.

SUV Trailing Governor's Vehicle Damaged By Gate

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:09:00 EDT

One of the sport utility vehicles assigned to the governor's office is getting more than $10,000 in repairs after getting caught on a security gate at the state Capitol.

Gang Leader Sentenced To More Than 78 Years

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:42:00 EDT

A gang leader has been sentenced to serve more than 78 years in a federal prison for his role in three armed home invasion robberies in Nashville.

Secret Service Cancels MNPD Assistance During First Lady Visit

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:09:00 EDT

The U.S. Secret Service canceled its request for assistance from the Metro Nashville Police Department while First Lady Michelle Obama is in town.

Sugarland's Nettles To Release Solo Album

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:49:00 EDT

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles is releasing a solo album. Nettles said Friday in a news release that she is working with Rick Rubin and will release the album in the fall.

Florida Man Struck, Killed While Repairing RV On Side Of Interstate

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:44:00 EDT

A Florida man trying to repair his RV on the side of the interstate in Clarksville was killed when a tractor trailer slammed into it.

Six Indicted After Accused Of Defrauding Nissan

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:36:00 EDT

Six people have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Nashville after being accused of running a scheme to defraud Nissan North America of more than $570,000.

Randy Travis Sues To Block DWI Patrol Car Video Release

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:30:00 EDT

Country star Randy Travis has sued two agencies to block the public release of patrol car video of his 2012 DWI arrest in North Texas.

Labor Lawsuit Filed Against Nashville Candy Maker

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:29:00 EDT

A Nashville candy maker is being sued for allegedly not paying its workers fairly.

Head Of Fort Campbell Harassment Program Arrested

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:52:00 EDT

The manager of the sexual harassment and assault response program at Fort Campbell was arrested in a domestic dispute and relieved of his post, authorities said Thursday.

Obama Vows To End 'Scourge' Of Military Sex Abuse

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:25:00 EDT

President Barack Obama is pledging to eliminate the "scourge" of sexual assault in the military while cautioning that it will take a long and sustained effort by all military members.

MNPD West Precinct Named After Former Police Chief

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:05:00 EDT

Metro Nashville Police's West Precinct has been officially named after a former police chief.

Good Samaritan Winds Up In Line Of Fire After Robbery

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:48:00 EDT

A Good Samaritan who witnessed a robbery wound up in the line of fire as the robbers made their getaway.

Man In Custody After Roof Standoff At South Nashville Motel

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:47:00 EDT

A man was taken into custody Friday morning after he refused to come down from the roof of a south Nashville motel.

Haslam To Attend Veterans Home Groundbreaking

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:43:00 EDT

Governor Bill Haslam will help break ground Friday on the future Montgomery County State Veterans Home site in Clarksville.

Seven Tennessee Airports To Get Grant Funds

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:40:00 EDT

The Tennessee Department of Transportation announced this week that state aeronautics grants totaling more than $316,000 have been approved for seven Tennessee airports.

Spring Hunt Figures Show Steady Turkey Population

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:39:00 EDT

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency said reports on the spring turkey hunt show the wild turkey population in Tennessee is stable.

Man Arrested After Ramming Portland Police Cruiser

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:06:00 EDT

A man deliberately rammed a Portland Police cruiser in an attempt to get officers to open fire, according to police.

Obama Nominates Knoxville Lawyer To Federal Bench

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:34:00 EDT

A longtime Knoxville lawyer and the first female president of the Tennessee Bar Association has been nominated by President Barack Obama to a seat on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee.

Massive Raid Ends Two-Year Drug Investigation In Lincoln Co.

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:09:00 EDT

A two-year drug investigation ended with a massive raid near the Alabama state line.

Elderly Man Kills Ailing Wife, Then Himself

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:44:00 EDT

The deaths of an elderly couple in Red Boiling Springs have been ruled a murder-suicide.

Man Surrenders After Overnight Standoff In Brentwood

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:39:00 EDT

An overnight standoff has ended more than 16 hours after it began. Brentwood Police said the man turned himself in on Thursday.

New Robin Williams Movie To Film In Nashville

Thu, 16 May 2013 23:23:00 EDT

A new movie starring Robin Williams will begin filming in Nashville this month, and a casting call for extras attracted hundreds.

Mid-State Church Vandalized, Set On Fire

Thu, 16 May 2013 23:22:00 EDT

It's a place where people come to worship, but police said they're investigating why a mid-state church became the target of vandals, even starting a fire inside.

Interstate 24 Wreck Caused Major Delays In Robertson Co.

Thu, 16 May 2013 23:22:00 EDT

A wreck on Interstate 24 in Robertson County was causing major delays as police worked to clear the scene after a car left the roadway and crashed into the trees.

Senate Approves 2-Year Moratorium On Dam Barriers

Thu, 16 May 2013 22:47:00 EDT

A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plan to put controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams would be held off under a two-year moratorium that's been passed by the U.S. Senate.

Nashville Shoe Repair Shop Sells More Than Shoe Services

Thu, 16 May 2013 22:30:00 EDT

A Nashville shoe repair store sells more than shoe services, and they're selling them by the dozens.

Governor Signs Virtual Schools Legislation

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:48:00 EDT

Gov. Bill Haslam has signed into law a measure to tighten enrollment requirements at privately run online schools.

Emergency Responders Opening Massive Sumner Co. Facility

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:04:00 EDT

Crews are almost finished converting a massive facility into a hub for emergency responders. It's a huge upgrade that could make you and your family safer.