Davidson County

A Cheatham County deputy fired shots at a car during an attempted traffic stop on Highway 70 near the Davidson County line after the driver fled, believing he was heading toward deputies. Although no one in the vehicle was hurt, the driver's car eventually became disabled, allowing deputies to take the driver into custody. The initial traffic stop had been made through contact from the Metro Nashville Police Department.

The Nashville housing market is shifting into a buyer's favor, evidenced by nearly 30% of listings cutting prices and Redfin ranking it the nation's second-strongest buyer's market. However, buyers still face significant obstacles because affordability remains poor, with the median home price remaining well above $500,000.

Mark Proctor won the Democratic primary to compete with Republican Bill Hancock for Tennessee House District 59 in November. The district includes Belle Meade, Forest Hills, and Oak Hill. Proctor's platform focuses on increasing public safety and affordable living, while Hancock supports a cap on property tax.

Davidson County voters in Tennessee head to the polls for the primary election, with redistricting causing some voters to see different candidates on their ballots. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, and officials have prepared for high turnout by testing voting machines and distributing voter registration cards.

A convicted sex offender is in custody on a $135,000 bond after being accused of violating the sex offender registry. The individual is also linked to repeated thefts across Davidson County.

The Metro Council is evaluating new limits on police drone use in Davidson County. The proposal has sparked debate between city leaders and law enforcement.

The Metro Public Health Department (MPHD) in Nashville is expanding clinical hours and hosting pop-up clinics through August to help children receive back-to-school vaccines. Families are encouraged to book appointments at three health centers with specified dates and times, and mobile services will offer remote clinic locations.

A proposal in Nashville, Tennessee, aims to prohibit right turns on red lights at intersections within Davidson County's Urban Services District to improve pedestrian safety.

More Davidson County residents can now access WeGo Public Transit's Journey Pass, a fare-free transit program, as the list of qualifying programs has been expanded. WeGo and Choose How You Move officials announced this expansion, which follows a reported 17% increase in bus ridership through May.

Bobby Clanton, 51, was arrested for stealing nearly $10,000 in merchandise from Nashville Home Depots over a two-month period in 12 thefts. He was booked into Davidson County.

A crash on westbound Interstate 24 in Davidson County is blocking three of four lanes during the morning commute after a vehicle overturned near mile marker 56.

Interstate 24 West in Davidson County is closed following a multi-vehicle crash reported around 10:07 a.m. near mile marker 40.6. The reopening time remains uncertain.

Lakesha Gunn, a 51-year-old woman from Davidson County, was found safe in Atlanta, Georgia, eight days after going missing. A Silver Alert had been issued for her, as she has a medical condition that likely hindered her ability to return home independently.

Interstate 65 South is closed in Davidson County following a motorcycle crash near Exit 90A, as reported by TDOT. The closure occurred on Wednesday evening.

A Davidson County resident is in jail for allegedly stealing the identity of an intellectually disabled woman, resulting in over $15,400 in stolen social security benefits. The victim, described as disabled, suffered financial loss due to the identity theft.

T-Mobile customers in parts of Davidson County may be experiencing temporary service disruptions Monday afternoon, July 27. The issue affects specific areas within the county but does not provide details on the cause or expected resolution time.

A T-Mobile wireless service disruption in Davidson County may affect some customers' ability to make 911 calls. The Nashville Department of Emergency Communications was notified on Monday, and T-Mobile is working to resolve the technical issues. Customers are advised to use alternative phones if 911 cannot be reached.

MNPD has installed over 400 publicly accessible overdose response stations in Davidson County to address a recent rise in overdoses. The initiative aims to provide immediate response tools in public areas.

The deadline for Tennessee voters to request absentee ballots for the August 6 primary election is Monday, July 27. Early voting is underway until August 1, with new early voting sites added in Davidson County. The primary includes a Republican gubernatorial race and challenges to Sen. Bill Hagerty.

A Davidson County judge has ordered the Tennessee Department of Correction to remove 149 state inmates from Davidson County jails within 10 days, citing unspecified legal grounds.

Metro Councilmember Courtney Johnston criticized the dismissal of three traffic citation dockets in Davidson County, stating the dismissals stem from Metro Legal no longer staffing the court sessions. Johnston argued the dismissals hinder Metro Nashville Police's traffic enforcement and contradict Nashville's Vision Zero initiative aimed at improving road safety. She urged Metro Legal and Judge Robin Kimbrough Hayes to resolve the issue to prevent further dismissals.

Metro Nashville Animal Care and Control (MACC) will host a free microchip and rabies clinic for Davidson County residents on Saturday, offering 1-year and 3-year rabies vaccines. The event, held at MACC’s Haring Place location, requires dogs to be leashed and cats to be in crates. Two additional clinics are scheduled for September 26 and December 12.

Davidson County voters in Tennessee face judicial retention votes for several judges and unopposed local races in the August primary. Positions include Supreme and Appellate Court judges and various county offices with Democratic nominees unopposed.

Metro Council in Nashville passed the city's first data-center regulations, imposing restrictions on size, location, and operations, including a temporary moratorium on new construction until December. The rules aim to limit data centers near residential areas and require special approvals for smaller facilities, potentially affecting DC Blox's controversial zoo-near proposal.

Metro Nashville's Council has passed data center regulations and a temporary moratorium, marking a significant shift in how these facilities are developed in Davidson County.

Nearly 60% of households in Nashville zip codes 37210 and 37115 struggle to afford basic expenses, with 96,892 ALICE households in Davidson County earning above the federal poverty level but falling short of the ALICE Threshold. The United Way highlights challenges in addressing financial hardship, noting childcare costs and rising living expenses exacerbate the issue.

DC Blox has revised its Nashville data center plans, reducing the project from two buildings to a single 69,200 sq. ft. facility, with capital investment dropping from $1.9 billion to $380 million. The company cites community feedback as a reason for the changes, which come as Metro Council prepares to vote on zoning regulations for data centers.

Over 75,000 Tennessee voters cast ballots in the first two days of early voting for the August primary election, a 47% increase from 2022. The election includes competitive primaries for an open governor's seat and newly redrawn congressional districts, with notable Democratic primary ballot activity in Shelby and Davidson counties.

Six people died of overdoses in Davidson County within 24 hours, highlighting the ongoing drug crisis. A Nashville team, including Terry Milliner of Stars Nashville, distributes naloxone (Narcan) to reverse opioid overdoses and educates the public. Fentanyl remains a leading cause of overdose deaths, though suspected fatal overdoses have decreased compared to the previous year.

A 22-year-old Lexington man, Ja’von Marquise Miller, was arrested after allegedly assaulting a Burke County deputy during an attempted carjacking. Miller, already wanted on felony kidnapping charges, faces additional counts including assault on a law enforcement officer and robbery. Two juveniles involved were unharmed and reunited with their family.

A nationwide cyclospora outbreak is shifting Nashville shoppers to local farmers markets, with Smiley Farm reporting a 25% sales increase. The CDC has documented over 1,600 cyclosporiasis cases nationwide, though fewer than 10 are confirmed in Davidson County.

A Silver Alert has been issued for a woman reported missing from Davidson County. The alert indicates authorities are actively searching for the individual.

A Silver Alert has been issued for Lakesha Gunn, a 51-year-old woman from Davidson County, who was last seen in Hermitage on July 9 near Dodson Chapel Road. Authorities report she has a medical condition that may hinder her ability to return home safely, prompting a public request for information.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a second Silver Alert for a missing woman from Davidson County, who was last seen in Hermitage over a week ago.

Nashville leaders are working to impose restrictions on future data center sites in Davidson County as companies propose new facilities across Middle Tennessee. The proposed measures, including a moratorium, are set for a final vote this week.

Sweetgreen clarified it does not use iceberg lettuce in its menu during a Cyclospora outbreak causing diarrhea nationwide. The outbreak has led to product recalls, including Taylor Farms' iceberg lettuce, and the CDC reported 1,645 cases across 34 states as of July 14.

DC Blox has closed on a 23-acre property next to the Nashville Zoo for a proposed data center, which the zoo opposes due to concerns about animal impacts. Metro Council will vote on legislation that could block the data center's construction, including a temporary moratorium and zoning restrictions.

Tennessee opens new early voting locations from July 17th to August 1st, with three additional sites in Davidson County. Voters in Davidson County received updated registration cards listing their congressional district and Election Day location, as Nashville is now divided into three districts. The county now has 15 early voting sites, and voters can cast ballots at any location during the early voting period.

Davidson County and Nashville filed a lawsuit against Tennessee, alleging the state failed to transfer 151 inmates from the county jail to state prison as required by law. The suit claims these inmates, sentenced to seven years or longer, have exceeded their 14-day sentencing document deadline by an average of 153 days, and the county seeks a court order to compel the state to take custody.

Early voting in Tennessee opens ahead of the August 6 gubernatorial primary, with Davidson County voters facing new polling locations and redrawn congressional districts. Over 470,000 voters in Davidson County received updated registration cards, and Nashville is now split across the 4th, 6th, and 7th districts following redistricting.