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Here's a look at the top stories to start your Wednesday, October 23rd

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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 Wednesday, October 23rd.

Teenager on probation for homicide arrested after violent carjacking

An 18-year-old on probation for a murder-related conviction is back in police custody, now facing serious charges in a violent carjacking incident.

Eduardo Melendez-Pineda, who pleaded guilty earlier this year to criminally negligent homicide in connection with the death of 13-year-old Aaliyah Ingram, was arrested after police say he fired shots during the carjacking last week.

Two key GOP lawmakers threaten 'political fallout' if TBI continues investigation of Millersville police

Two key GOP lawmakers – the chairman and a member of the state House committee that oversees the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation – recently warned the agency that it could face “unnecessary political fallout” if it does not end its criminal probe into the troubled Millersville Police Department.

Teen runner deaths prompting doctors to investigate

The deaths of four teenage Cross-Country athletes in the last six months in Tennessee are raising red flags in the medical community, particularly among cardiologists.

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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