NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — As we head into the morning hours, here's a look at the top stories to start your day!
Vanderbilt faces fine from the SEC
Vandy fans are still reeling after their historic victory on Saturday against #1 Alabama. The Vanderbilt Commodores beat Alabama 40-35 and their lively celebration is going to come with a hefty $100,000 fine from the SEC.
For Conference contests, the fines are paid to the opposing institution. So Alabama will be getting a check in the mail for the historic loss.
15-year-old shot, killed near Smith Springs Park
On Saturday night, 15-year-old Genesis Sarahi Medina Gonzales was shot multiple times and killed while being picked up by a male driver from Smith Springs Park.
Gonzales had been missing out of Arkansas, reported recently by her mother.
Are you registered to vote?
The November general election is getting close and with that comes plenty of deadlines you need to be aware of!
Including today, which is the last day you can register to vote.
Do you have more information about this story? You can email me at kelly.broderick@newschannel5.com.
Here’s a beautiful story of how one mother turned her grief journey into a gathering of gratitude… and organ donation awareness.
Robb Coles highlights a special event organized by Cari Hollis – whose 26-year old son Austin died two years ago. Austin agreed to be an organ donor – and that single gesture saved multiple lives.
Cari reached out to as many recipients she could find – several of whom traveled to Nashville for an emotional celebration in Austin’s honor. One woman – whose life was saved by receiving Austin’s lungs – put it simply: “He’s my angel”.
- Rhori Johnston
