Nashville

Nashville has started construction on its first 'Choose How You Move Complete Street' project along the Chestnut Street Corridor, adding safer crossings, bike lanes, and improved sidewalks. The voter-approved initiative aims to enhance safety and connectivity between Midtown, East Nashville, and downtown, with completion expected by year-end.

A new law in Nashville upgrades vehicle burglary penalties from a Class E to Class D felony, increasing potential prison time and fines. Sarah Jordan, a recent resident, experienced a car burglary where her ID, debit cards, and firearm were stolen, highlighting the issue addressed by the law.

A 7-year-old boy in Nashville was grazed in the head by debris from a bullet that passed through a shared apartment wall. Police reported the bullet was fired by a teen and her boyfriend in the adjacent unit, who fled the scene. The boy's mother, Keyshelle Miller, intends to pursue charges against the perpetrators.

Edgar Saul Beltran, Jr. was arrested in Texas after being wanted for a deadly May 17 gas station shooting in Antioch that killed two people. He faces criminal homicide and attempted criminal homicide charges related to the shootout during a suspected gun transaction.

Nashville has launched its first Complete Street project under Mayor Freddie O'Connell's Choose How You Move plan. The project is being implemented along Chestnut Street in Wedgewood-Houston.

JetBlue is expanding its operations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), adding new nonstop routes to cities like Baltimore, Charlotte, Nashville, Chicago, Detroit, and two destinations in Colombia. The airline aims to increase daily flights from 130 to 150 by year-end, leveraging Spirit Airlines' former gates to boost connectivity and economic opportunities in South Florida.

A Nashville man accused of sexually assaulting three young relatives has been extradited from Guatemala to Tennessee to face child rape and aggravated rape charges.

Edgar Saul Beltran, Jr., a 20-year-old, was arrested for homicide and attempted homicide following a shootout at a Nashville gas station. He is currently in custody in Webb County, Texas, after surrendering to the U.S. Border Patrol in Laredo on Tuesday.

A new report from ThinkTennessee highlights a sevenfold increase in data center electricity consumption in the Tennessee Valley region between 2020 and 2025, leading to rising residential electricity costs and grid reliability concerns. Tennessee now accounts for 16.7% of active data center construction in emerging markets, with households bearing the largest cost increases. Public opposition to data center development in Nashville has led to stricter local regulations.

A man is facing up to 33 charges related to shoplifting and organized retail crime after allegedly leading a theft operation at multiple Home Depots in Nashville. The charges stem from thefts linked to the retail chain's locations across the city.

A 6-month-old baby was rescued from a homeless camp in Nashville during a heat wave and is now in the custody of the Tennessee Department of Child Services. Councilmember Sheri Weiner found the baby soaking wet and held him for three hours before authorities intervened. The parents are currently in jail.

Hundreds protested during a Nashville city council meeting opposing data center construction near the Nashville Zoo and Fisk University. Two bills, BL2026-1391 (stricter data center rules) and BL2026-1448 (temporary moratorium), were approved and will move to a third reading. Concerns centered on noise and electromagnetic vibrations affecting zoo animals, particularly clouded leopards.

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

A house fire occurred in a duplex in Nashville, with no injuries reported. Fire crews are responding to the incident.

Two people were killed in separate road crashes in Nashville, leading to criminal charges for the drivers involved. Meanwhile, Nashville's crime rates continued to decline in 2026, with significant drops in violent offenses, homicides, and property crimes compared to the previous year.

Nashville's Metro Council meeting addressed proposed data center restrictions and a potential moratorium, with hundreds of attendees speaking during a seven-hour session. The discussion focused on community input regarding data center developments in the city.

A Nashville grandfather is demanding video evidence after his 20-year-old grandson was shot and killed by Tennessee National Guard soldiers during a crime-fighting patrol in Memphis. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating the incident, which occurred when Memphis police pursued Tyrin Johnson after he allegedly fired shots, with National Guard soldiers joining the chase and escalating the encounter. The family seeks transparency and plans to consult an attorney as they await further details.

A Nashville man was arrested after a seven-month investigation into allegations of sexually exploiting a minor. Jason Douglas Ford, 34, was taken into custody by the Metro Nashville Police Department's Internet Crimes Against Children Unit.

A man was extradited from Guatemala to the United States to face multiple child rape charges in Nashville, officials announced.

Bobby Lequan Council, a 39-year-old Goodlettsville man, pleaded guilty to sexually exploiting a 7-year-old child, possessing child sexual abuse material, failing to register as a sex offender, and committing a felony while required to register. Council, a Tier III sex offender due to a 2012 conviction, faces a mandatory minimum of 35 years in federal prison and up to 90 years.

A leading automotive glass manufacturer is expanding its Nashville site with a $55 million investment. The project involves moving operations to the area.

Nashville Severe Weather, a group of volunteers including Will Minkoff, Andrew Leeper, and Tom Johnstone, provides calm, real-time storm updates via social media during tornadoes and severe weather in Nashville. Their approach contrasts with traditional media, emphasizing hyperlocal, authentic information that resonates with younger audiences relying on handheld devices for quick updates.

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.

A 22-year-old man was arrested and charged with reckless conduct resulting in vehicular homicide after a deadly crash in Nashville. The collision between a Tesla and a Lexus occurred at a 40 mph zone where the Tesla driver admitted to speeding at 70 mph, leading to the death of the Lexus driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt.

Tornadoes and dangerous storms regularly impact Nashville, prompting residents to rely on Nashville Severe Weather for information during these events.

Waymo is training driverless cars at an airport in Nashville, with operations covering a 60-square-mile area. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is commenting on the training activities.

A Think Tennessee report reveals that Tennessee residents near data centers experienced a 3.2% average increase in electricity bills between 2023 and 2024, while commercial consumers saw a 0.2% decrease. The report highlights growing electricity consumption by data centers and public concerns over grid strain, with proposed zoning regulations and a moratorium set for public hearings.

Metro Council members are set to consider legislation Tuesday night that supporters say is designed to protect Nashville's young people online.

Nashville police handled 7,438 calls during a two-day Fourth of July celebration commemorating America's 250th anniversary of independence. The event marked a historic milestone with a high volume of emergency calls.

Nashville is proposing a dedicated transit police unit through an agreement between WeGo Public Transit and the Metro Nashville Police Department. The unit would patrol transit properties to enhance rider safety.

The family of Tyrin Johnson, a man shot and killed by the Tennessee National Guard in Memphis, demands the release of video footage to challenge the police account of the incident. Memphis police claim the National Guard members, part of a federal crime-fighting initiative, fired after Johnson allegedly turned toward them with a gun. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is reviewing the case, and local Democrats are calling for transparency in the investigation.

An 8-year-old girl pulled a bullet fragment from her back while her family walked to a Nashville Fourth of July fireworks event, prompting an emergency room visit. The incident is linked to celebratory gunfire, with a new Tennessee law now criminalizing firing guns into the air at events with 25 or more attendees.

A man is facing multiple charges after allegedly launching a firework at officers during a traffic stop in Nashville. Police identified 29-year-old Montez Peebles as the suspect, who hid behind a vehicle after the firework was detonated. Officers later arrested him and found a loaded gun, cocaine, and marijuana.

An 18-year-old man was arrested in Nashville after allegedly pointing a firearm at another driver on an interstate. Officers found a loaded Glock 43x during a traffic stop and charged him with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He was released after posting bail.

The Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th event drew a record crowd of over 400,000. A lawsuit alleges the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) discriminated against white homeowners in distributing COVID-19 relief funds.

Bordeaux, a Nashville ZIP code, has produced numerous Black elected officials through community-driven political engagement. Brenda Gilmore's journey from volunteer to Metro Council representative and state senator reflects the area's legacy of fostering leadership, rooted in historical displacement due to Interstate 40 construction and a culture of civic service.

A proposal to strengthen safety on Nashville’s public transit system is set to be reviewed by the Metro Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The plan involves establishing a dedicated police unit for the WeGo transit system.

An 8-year-old girl was injured by falling celebratory gunfire during Nashville's Fourth of July fireworks celebration. The incident occurred near a downtown stage, and the girl was hospitalized but expected to recover. Previous Fourth of July shootings in the area have injured multiple people over recent years.

An 8-year-old girl may have been struck by a bullet during the 'Let Freedom Sing' Fourth of July fireworks show in Nashville. She experienced pain in her back, retrieved part of a bullet, and was treated for a non-life threatening injury. Police suspect the bullet originated from celebratory gunfire.

TriStar Centennial Children's Hospital in Nashville celebrated newborns born around the Fourth of July. The hospital highlighted the timing of the births as part of its holiday observance.