Middle Tennessee

Flash flooding in Springfield's Stonegate neighborhood highlighted confusion over drainage easement maintenance responsibilities. Homeowners with drainage easements may be tasked with clearing blockages, even if they don't directly benefit from the easement. Similar policies apply across Middle Tennessee, with local governments emphasizing property owner responsibility for maintaining unobstructed water flow.

Severe storms caused flash flooding and water rescues in Nashville as powerful weather systems swept through Middle Tennessee Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Damaging winds and downed trees prompted emergency crews to respond across the region.

The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) has released tips to assist individuals affected by Middle Tennessee weather in filing claims and making repairs. The guidance aims to support residents dealing with weather-related damage.

Flash flooding occurred rapidly in Middle Tennessee due to heavy rainfall exceeding ground and drainage system capacities. Saturated ground from prior rains and thunderstorms dropping 2-4 inches+ per hour caused immediate runoff, leading to flooded roadways, homes, and water rescues.

Robertson County in Middle Tennessee is experiencing flooding following severe storms that occurred late Tuesday into early Wednesday morning. The storms caused significant flooding in the area.

A deadly boating incident and multiple water rescues occurred in Middle Tennessee as flash flooding struck Tuesday evening due to heavy rain.

Thousands of Middle Tennesseans remained without power Tuesday night as strong to severe thunderstorms moved through the region, bringing damaging winds and heavy rain.

A Code Red Weather Alert is in effect for dangerous heat and potential severe weather across Middle Tennessee and South regions from Tuesday through Wednesday. A heat advisory has been issued for most of these areas.

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is conducting a study on Nashville's downtown interstate loop to address traffic congestion and safety concerns, seeking public input through meetings and an online survey. Commuters and residents report dangerous, chaotic conditions on the 32-mile corridor of Interstates 24, 40, 65, and 440 due to rapid regional growth.

A man was arrested in Middle Tennessee after law enforcement in two states collaborated to rescue a teenage girl who was initially feared to be a kidnapping victim out of Kentucky.

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.

Middle Tennessee's growth is prompting cities like Mt. Juliet to consider new housing developments and safety measures as regional challenges intensify.

Redstone Federal Credit Union is awarding $750,000 to Middle Tennessee nonprofits through its Community Impact Grant Program, with applications open until August 1. The program prioritizes organizations focused on financial education, workforce development, and economic opportunity, and Hustle Recovery, a Joelton-based nonprofit, received $80,000 in the program's first year to renovate a recovery facility.

The article highlights essential apps for Middle Tennessee parents to download before the start of the school year, emphasizing preparation as part of a checklist. It suggests parents prioritize digital tools alongside traditional back-to-school tasks like packing backpacks.

Hazy skies in Middle Tennessee were caused by heat, humidity, and urban emissions rather than Canadian wildfires affecting other U.S. regions. Air quality is expected to remain in 'good' to 'moderate' levels, with minor impacts through the weekend.

Banner reporters discuss primary elections for state House, Congress, and governor, focusing on implications of new Republican-drawn congressional maps that create a uniquely shaped district connecting Middle Tennessee and Memphis. The podcast is produced by Andrea Tudhope and available on multiple platforms.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is lowering air quality in the northeast U.S., with over 860 active fires as of July 16. Middle Tennessee is not expected to experience direct impacts, but the smoke poses health risks due to PM2.5 particles, particularly for those with respiratory or heart conditions.

Nashville’s Flock camera rollout remains on hold as debate over privacy and public safety continues. In Middle Tennessee, many law enforcement agencies continue to rely on the technology.

Nashville has experienced its driest 12-month period since 1987-1988, with 36.72 inches of rainfall compared to a normal 50.51 inches. Recent heavy rain has provided temporary relief but has not resolved the long-term deficit, which has led to eight consecutive months of below-normal rainfall and visible impacts on soil, vegetation, and water levels.

Williamson County Schools in Middle Tennessee leads the state with a 73.9% proficiency rate in all subjects on the 2025-26 TCAP test, showing improvements in English/Language Arts, math, and social studies. Science results are pending for release on August 31.

Health officials in Middle Tennessee are monitoring two confirmed measles cases, including one in Nashville, with potential exposures from June 29 through July 4. Dr. Buddy Creech emphasized measles' high contagiousness and the importance of vaccination, noting the virus can linger in spaces and infect others up to four days before and after rash onset. The Tennessee Department of Health reports no community spread beyond the confirmed cases.

Health officials are investigating two confirmed measles cases in Middle Tennessee, the first in the state for 2026. They are urging the public to monitor for symptoms.

A power outage affected over 1,400 people in Middle Tennessee after a large tree fell onto power lines, causing an extended disruption. Dickson Electric System reported the incident and worked to restore services, with most outages potentially restored within hours.

A two-month drug trafficking investigation in Middle Tennessee led to the seizure of over 2,000 pills (including fentanyl-laced ones), nearly $58,000 in cash, multiple firearms, and cocaine. The Maury County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, executed search warrants to conclude the operation.

The American Red Cross is urging residents of Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky to address an 'emergency blood shortage' caused by a months-long decline in donations. The shortage is particularly critical for platelets and O positive and B negative blood types, with hospital demand exceeding supply. Donors who schedule appointments between July 13 and 31 will receive a Fandango movie ticket.

Jeri Matthews, 68, was shot and killed by her husband, Jerry Matthews, 57, in their Lebanon, Tennessee apartment. Her family describes her as a compassionate woman who prioritized others and seeks to raise awareness about domestic abuse, citing concerns over police response and sharing her story to help others avoid similar fates.

East Nashville food pantry has experienced record demand during the summer due to ongoing financial uncertainty affecting many Middle Tennesseans. Local pantries are providing increased assistance to neighbors as financial challenges persist.

FOX 17 News has issued a Code Red Weather Alert for the threat of flooding and damaging winds across Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky. The severe weather threat is expected to continue through the weekend.

Dozens of dogs are being relocated from an overwhelmed rural Arkansas shelter to an animal rescue center in Middle Tennessee. Animal Rescue Corps (ARC) is leading the 'mass rescue' of 34 dogs, providing medical care before transporting them to adoption partners nationwide.

A flood watch is in effect for Middle Tennessee through Sunday due to a storm system potentially bringing up to five inches of rain. Officials advise residents to evacuate if necessary, document flood damage, and contact insurance companies, noting that many standard policies exclude flood coverage.

Recent rain in Middle Tennessee has improved drought conditions, with Nashville now in moderate drought and most areas receiving 2-6 inches of rain (50-90% of normal). Agricultural and hydrologic conditions have benefited, though some regions still require more rainfall to fully replenish water storage. Additional rain is forecasted, which could further alleviate drought conditions.

The Madison In-N-Out Burger is set to open on Friday and will be the fifth store in Middle Tennessee.

The article explains the basics of data centers as construction proposals in Middle Tennessee encounter opposition. FOX 17 News is providing an overview of the topic amid the pushback against these proposals.

Middle Tennessee is under a flood watch through Sunday with high rain chances, while over 500 attended Vonda McDaniels' funeral. A federal judge paused Metro's airport authority lawsuit, and Brittany Schaffer was named CMA's new CEO.

Dozens of Nashville businesses in Middle Tennessee are using discounts and creative strategies to cope with rising costs and a growing city.

NHTSA Administrator John Morrison visited Nashville to discuss autonomous vehicle safety and accountability. He highlighted a speeding prevention campaign during his stop in Middle Tennessee.

Federal investigators seized 68 kilograms of cocaine and dozens of firearms in Middle Tennessee, leading to the arrest of three individuals on federal drug charges.

Jim Tracy, a Tennessee senator who represented portions of Middle Tennessee and served in the first Trump administration, has died at 69. The article notes his role as a Republican lawmaker.

Over 10,000 Middle Tennesseans lost power Friday evening due to severe thunderstorms with heavy rain and damaging winds. The storms impacted customers of NES and MTE, causing widespread outages.

Dangerous heat and isolated thunderstorms caused scattered power outages across Middle Tennessee on Friday, with outage numbers reported by three utility providers. As of 4 p.m., Duck River Electric Membership Corporation reported 7,303 outages, CEMC reported 641, and Pennyrile Electric reported 1,682.