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Here's a look at the top stories to start your Friday, October 25th

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — As we head into the morning hours, here's a look at the top stories to start your Friday, October 25.

Warren County suspect running from police hits beloved business owner on highway

A police pursuit ended in a fatal crash early Thursday morning in Warren County, killing two people, including 61-year-old Phyllis Prater. The crash occurred on Nashville Highway and Castle Street.

GOP letter threatening TBI for Millersville investigation was 'wrong way to go,' House speaker says

A letter from two GOP lawmakers, which appeared to threaten the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation for its probe of the Millersville Police Department, reflected a poor choice of words, the House speaker said Thursday.

After years in storage, Nashville gets state approval to use pod shelters to house the homeless

Years after Nashville spent $1.2 million on pod shelters, state officials now say these shelters meet their requirements as an option for short-term housing.

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Meet Trashley! New commercial pays tribute to 1970s Tennessee anti-litter ad

You'll love her and you'll love to hate her! Meet Trashley: the bad girl of Nashville littering. She stars in a new campaign that's a throwback to an anti-litter movement from years past. Her role has been reimagined by NDOT as a fast-paced, Dukes of Hazzard-style wrecking ball of a lady. You'll find yourself cracking up as you meet the actress behind Trashley and hear how she landed the role of Queen of Trash.

-Rebecca Schleicher