Davidson County

Early voting in Davidson County begins July 17 for the August 6 primary and county general elections, with three new voting locations added. The state and federal general election, including municipal races, is scheduled for November 3. Voting hours vary daily through August 1.

A man described as a 'prolific Home Depot shoplifter' is in custody for his involvement in over 30 theft incidents across Davidson County from January to May. Authorities attribute these thefts to him and have taken him into custody.

Equally Created, a nonprofit daycare organization, is opening two new facilities in Nashville's North Nashville and Modera Nations, adding over 200 childcare spots for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The initiative aims to address childcare shortages in underserved areas, with one location converting a former dollar store and the other being the first daycare in an apartment complex.

Nashville's Metro Council will use a free, ticketed queuing system for public hearings on two data center bills at a July 7 meeting. The system aims to manage increased attendance as the council considers restrictions on data center construction, including a proposed ban on large facilities and a temporary moratorium. The legislation is linked to efforts to block a DC Blox data center near the Nashville Zoo.

A semi-truck spilled approximately 50 gallons of industrial adhesive on I-40 East in Davidson County, Tennessee, causing traffic to be diverted to I-24 westbound at exit 211B. The Tennessee Department of Transportation confirmed the spill occurred at mile marker 211 and crews are managing the traffic redirection.

Wilson and Davidson counties are preparing voters for the upcoming primary and general elections. This will be the first election under the new federal congressional district map.

Middle Tennessee officials, including Nashville and Gallatin authorities, urged residents to stop using fireworks after July 4th, citing illegal activity and increased complaints. Personal fireworks are prohibited in Davidson County, with departments warning of citations for post-July 4th use.

Preliminary TCAP data for 2025-2026 shows improved test scores for Nashville students overall, but significant disparities persist for Black, Hispanic, and students with disabilities. The Tennessee Department of Education and advocacy group SCORE analyzed the data, revealing uneven academic growth across subgroups.

Nashville officials warn against illegal personal fireworks in Davidson County ahead of July 4th, citing risks of injuries, especially among children. Dr. Anne Wagner of the Vanderbilt Burn Center highlights dangers of fireworks and sparklers, advising alternatives like glow sticks. Over 300 suspected firework reports were submitted to Hub Nashville during the 2023 holiday.

West Nile Virus has been detected in Davidson County for the first time in 2026, according to Metro health officials. The detection was confirmed following the collection of a mosquito pool.

A search is underway in Davidson County for Mary Helms, a woman who allegedly escaped a confinement facility on June 30. Helms was admitted to the North Piedmont Confinement in Response to Violation Center for Women on June 24 to serve a 90-day sentence for a supervision violation.

Metro Social Services has activated its Severe Weather Response Plan to expand services for vulnerable residents in Davidson County amid dangerous heat. The initiative aims to protect individuals most at risk during the extreme weather event.

Nashville's Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA) celebrates the 10th anniversary of its PILOT program, which has created over 11,200 affordable housing units in Davidson County since 2016. The program offers tax incentives to developers, resulting in 240 units at Paddock at Grandview alone and supporting 55 developments across the county.

The Metro Action Commission is providing free air conditioning units to eligible Davidson County residents, including those 60 or older, with children under 5, or with medical conditions like asthma or high blood pressure. As of June 26, 42 units had been distributed, and the agency anticipates exceeding last year's total of 140 due to high demand.

A woman who impersonated a nurse and stole sedatives from patients was sentenced by a Davidson County judge to four years of supervised probation.

Nashville property owners in Davidson County must schedule a formal appeal of their 2026 property assessments by 4 p.m. Friday. The deadline applies to all owners seeking to challenge the 2026 valuation of their properties.

Davidson County residents have until 4 p.m. on Friday, June 26, to schedule a formal appeal for property tax values or classifications. The deadline applies to appeals before the Metropolitan Board of Equalization or its Hearing Officers, and failure to act may result in the 2026 assessment being finalized. Appeals can address classification or valuation but not tax rates set by the mayor and Metro Council.

Tennessee offers free and low-cost healthcare resources, including clinics like Neighborhood Health, Shade Tree Clinic, and Siloam Health, as well as Medicaid (TennCare) and prescription assistance programs like CoverRx. These services provide primary care, behavioral health, dental services, and affordable medications for low-income individuals and marginalized communities.

Three lanes on Interstate 65 North in Davidson County have reopened after a multi-vehicle crash near the Harding Place exit. The crash occurred at 1:46 p.m. near mile marker 77, but no details about injuries or the cause have been released.

A man was killed in a shooting in Brentwood near the Davidson County line. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Drivers on Interstate 65 in Davidson and Sumner counties should expect brief traffic delays next week due to work by the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

Metro Council in Nashville is considering two proposals to stop a proposed data center near the Nashville Zoo. Council Member Rollin Horton's zoning bill would restrict data center size, location, and operations, while Council Member Courtney Johnston's moratorium would pause all data center construction until new regulations are passed. The project by Atlanta-based DC Blox faces legal delays and potential regulatory changes.

The Metro Action Commission (MAC) in Nashville is offering free air conditioners to qualifying Davidson County residents through its Summer Cooling Program. Eligible individuals include those aged 60+ or households with children under 5, disabled adults, or handicapped members who meet income guidelines. Applications require documentation and run from May 1 to August 31.

A 29-year-old man was arrested in Nashville after being found with methamphetamine, crack cocaine, fentanyl, and marijuana during his apprehension. He admitted to shooting a 33-year-old man and selling drugs in the area, and faces charges related to an attempted murder from a May shooting. The suspect has prior convictions for aggravated assault and robbery.

The murder trial of former Tennessee Titans scout Blaise Taylor began in Nashville, where he is accused of poisoning his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Benning, leading to her death and the death of their unborn child. Prosecutors allege she died from acute cocaine toxicity, while the defense questions the investigation's integrity.

Prosecutors and defense presented competing accounts in the murder trial of Blaise Taylor, who is accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Benning, and their unborn daughter. The trial began with opening statements in Davidson County.

A report by Brown’s Promise and the Segregation Tracking Project ranks Tennessee sixth in racial school segregation and 20th in economic segregation. The study shows increased segregation between white and Black/Hispanic students in Tennessee since 1991, with segregation metrics rising from .52 to .58 and .02 to .34, respectively. School choice programs like vouchers lack protections for equitable access to enrollment.

Nashville officials will inspect and repair all 113 outdoor tornado sirens from June 23 to July 31 to ensure functionality during severe weather. The maintenance includes short 'growl tests' to check sirens, which are designed to alert people outside, while residents emphasize their importance for safety. Tests will be canceled during severe weather.

Interstate 24 Eastbound in Davidson County is closed due to a pedestrian crash, causing delays. Traffic is expected to be disrupted as a result of the incident.

An interstate in Davidson County has been closed due to a crash involving a pedestrian, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). The closure is at Mile Marker 56 on Interstate 24 East, with a diversion in place at Exit 56.

Police in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, have arrested two suspects in a fatal shooting outside MJ’s Sports Bar and Grill. The victim, Cierra Torres, 27, was identified, and both suspects, Castella Goodman and Keosha Bassham, face first-degree murder charges. Goodman is also charged with firearm possession by a convicted felon.

Metro Nashville is considering a bill requiring companies in Davidson County to disclose when they use dynamic and personalized algorithmic pricing. The proposal, introduced by Council Member Mike Cortese, aims to increase transparency for consumers by revealing how pricing algorithms determine different charges for the same product. A similar state-level bill to ban such practices stalled earlier this year.

A judge in Davidson County revoked the bond for controversial streamer 'Chud the Builder'. The Davidson County District Attorney's office requested the bond revocation.

Dalton Eatherly, known as 'Chud the Builder,' had his bond revoked in Montgomery County after facing attempted murder charges for allegedly shooting a disabled veteran outside the courthouse on May 13. He is scheduled to appear in Davidson County court next week for a separate case related to an arrest at a Nashville restaurant on May 9.

Metro Parks in Nashville faces a $127 million repair backlog for aging facilities, including community centers, greenways, and playgrounds. The backlog has led to facility closures, reduced summer camp capacity, and safety concerns, with a focus on prioritizing repairs based on available funding.

Dalton Eatherly, known as 'Chud the Builder,' had his bond revoked during a Nashville hearing, resulting in him remaining in custody. A Davidson County judge made the decision during a court session on Wednesday.

An 18-year-old Nashville teen was arrested after allegedly admitting to vehicle burglaries following his stop for discarding a plastic bag containing pills. Police found stolen items and identification from victims in his possession, and he was taken into custody by Metro Nashville Police.

Metro Nashville's Eviction Right to Counsel (ERTC) program became a permanent initiative after saving $3.4 million in 2025. The program, which provides legal aid to tenants facing eviction, secured $4.5 million in the 2027 fiscal year budget and demonstrated high success rates in preventing displacement.

Metro Council is considering over $4.4 million for after-school programs supporting 3,000 youth annually through the Nashville After Zone Alliance. Darrell Caldwell's organization, Why We Can’t Wait, which operates from Cleveland Street Baptist Church, will receive $380,000 to fund mentorship, academic, and life skills programs for teens.

A single-vehicle crash has blocked all eastbound lanes of Interstate 24 in Davidson County. The incident was reported at 3:31 p.m. near mile marker 60, with eastbound lanes and the left shoulder closed.