NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Looking to start off your day catching up on headlines? Here's a look at the top stories from overnight.
Dramatic video shows neo-Nazi assault on 20-year-old man during hate group's visit to Nashville
Dramatic video obtained by NewsChannel 5 shows why a Canadian neo-Nazi now faces new charges for an assault back in July on the streets of Nashville.
That video, captured by a group of neo-Nazis themselves, led to new charges being filed last month against Ryan McCann. The 30-year-old Ontario man already faced an aggravated assault charge stemming from his confrontation with a Nashville bartender.
Vanderbilt to open clinic to support those wrongfully convicted in TN
Vanderbilt is taking steps to help those who may be innocent in some criminal cases but are still sentenced to serve time.
They're working to build a clinic that'll support exonerating those who are wrongfully convicted in Tennessee.
Bill to ban cell phone usage in classrooms passes Tennessee Senate, heads to governor's desk
A new bill aimed at reducing distractions in class by banning cell phones has passed the Tennessee Senate and will head to Gov. Bill Lee for his signature.
Most Tennessee school districts already have some sort of rule or policy on phones, but there's nothing uniform from the state.
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
