Nashville

The podcast discusses planting trees to help restore Nashville's canopy after losses sustained during Winter Storm Fern. Additionally, the broadcast covers local news for August 18, 2026, and addresses bipartisan concerns regarding data centers.

The Nashville Metro Council is considering new rules that could change how local police use drones as first responders. These potential regulations address specific deployment criteria, outlining when the advanced technology can be utilized.

The Metro Council considered legislation allowing Music City Center to refinance debt and transfer $300 million in excess tourism tax revenues for East Bank infrastructure, despite questions raised by councilmembers Sean Parker and Quin Evans Segall. The proposal involves extending dedicated tax streams while freeing up city capacity for an affordable housing bond program. Other topics included a bill restricting drone use and another effort led by Councilmember Joy Styles to mandate annual employee surveys across Metro departments.

In Nashville, a mother and her neighbor confronted a man who was attempting to violently force his way into her home. The pair successfully stopped the suspect from entering the residence.

Middle Tennessee will experience a break from intense heat and humidity. The forecast indicates that Nashville will reach a high temperature near 90 degrees.

Federal officials approved Tennessee's I-24 Choice Lanes project, which involves adding toll lanes through a roughly 26-mile stretch between Nashville and Murfreesboro. The $5 billion plan is intended to improve traffic flow but has prompted concern among South Nashville homeowners regarding potential impacts, including the possible use of eminent domain for their properties.

An off-duty Florida police officer named Chase Thompson was helping his fiancé when a white sedan crashed into pedestrians on Broadway in Nashville. Seeing one victim, Dianne Cooper, who was unconscious and barely breathing, Thompson used his training to begin CPR. Cooper's family later praised his actions, noting that his efforts in those critical moments were instrumental in saving her life.

John Lewis kept the local Civil Rights Movement active in Nashville after the initial lunch counter sit-ins, making sure desegregation activists maintained pressure on Music City. The podcast also includes information about the genesis of the Metro Human Relations Commission and covers local news for August 17, 2026, along with the return of the band Hovvdy.

The Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge is set to undergo changes, and leaders have updated its timeline. Additionally, the New Nissan Stadium is taking shape and will serve as the future centerpiece of Nashville's East Bank neighborhood.

The Winter Storm Response Commission released an interim report regarding the handling of January's deadly ice storm in Nashville. This new report specifically identifies major gaps and deficiencies in how the city managed the crisis.

Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville," died at age 36. Her father announced her passing, stating she was an incredible light. She was found unresponsive at an apartment complex in Greenville, South Carolina, according to the Greenville Police Department; the cause of death is under investigation.

Nashville's Choose How You Moove is advancing $100 million in transportation projects. These investments are planned across Nashville for improvements to sidewalks and traffic signals.

Actress Hayden Panettiere died in South Carolina on Sunday after being found unresponsive at the Judson Mill Lofts apartments in Greenville. Medical assistance was administered upon discovery, but she passed away. Greenville police reported that a preliminary investigation showed no signs of foul play regarding her death.

Actress Hayden Panettiere has died at an apartment complex in Greenville, located in the Upstate SC. She was known for her roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville."

A suspect has been taken into custody following a search operation. This search shut down CMX train tracks near the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville, Tenn.

A man in Nashville discovered that his Chevy Blazer was missing from its usual parking spot after returning home. The article reports that the vehicle had been stolen and subsequently sold to a scrapyard.

A massive redevelopment project near Vanderbilt University is moving toward a final vote and could reshape Nashville’s skyline. The plans involve transforming more than 40 acres of parking lots into a new innovation district.

A homeless encampment located in Nashville’s Nations area has become a source of concern. The activity described involves burning copper for cash, leading to concerns among police and nearby residents.

Michael Burcham is an influential figure in Nashville’s business ecosystem and serves as the founding president and CEO of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center. As a serial entrepreneur who started three successful investor-backed businesses, he also teaches business and healthcare innovation at Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Management.

The Clarksville Police Department is searching for a driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that occurred on Fort Campbell Boulevard on Friday night. A male pedestrian was injured by a vehicle, which officials believe was a black Dodge Charger, leading to his transport to Nashville. The investigation is ongoing, and police are asking the public for information.

A Nashville man faces charges of reckless driving and felony evading after being involved in a high-speed pursuit on Friday night. The incident occurred while the individual was leading police from Metro and Mt. Juliet.

Samuel Robinson challenged his eviction case without a lawyer, basing his arguments on legal precedents. However, his filing was dismissed by an appeals court after realizing it contained AI-fabricated citations.

A man was flown to a Nashville hospital after being hit by a vehicle in Clarksville on Friday. The crash occurred near 1680 Fort Campbell Boulevard and resulted in the closure of the southbound lanes of Fort Campbell Boulevard. Clarksville police are currently investigating the incident.

Sen. Charlane Oliver is threatening legal action after protesting during a vote that approved an illegal redistricting, leading to punishments like restricted per diem and removal from the Government Operations Committee. Meanwhile, an ethics complaint was filed against Zach Young regarding accusations made about canvassers seeking signatures to end racing at Fairgrounds Speedway. Separately, Flock Safety announced policy changes requiring law enforcement customers to audit searches and reducing data retention to 7 days.

The podcast explores what Lyft is building in Nashville to support Waymo’s car fleet, noting that the rollout of autonomous cabs involves a partnership between competitors. The segment also covers local news for Aug. 13, 2026, and examines the impact of data centers on power bills.

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.

Tennessee leadership is urging parents to use ‘Baby in the Back’ car tags as a reminder of children in the backseat, particularly during hot weather. Free tags can be found at the Secretary of State’s Office or William R. Snodgrass Tennessee Tower in downtown Nashville. Additionally, the Department of Safety distributes these reminders at various centers and headquarters across the state.

Congressman Tim Burchett proposed legislation in the U.S. House to prohibit federal agencies from using automated license plate readers (LPRs), a stance echoed by opponent Michaela Barnett. Growing public anger and local community opposition have stalled plans for citywide LPR deployment in Nashville, despite arguments from the Metro Nashville Police Department about safety benefits.

A high-stakes dispute concerning the Nashville landmark Cheekwood is intensifying just days before a zoning hearing. Nearby residents and neighbors are clashing over blasting for a new parking facility, leading them to ask the site to temporarily halt these activities.

The Islamic Center of Nashville increased its security measures after a box truck displaying anti-Muslim messages, including "deport all Muslims," was spotted outside the mosque. The incident prompted concerns from community leaders about rising Islamophobic rhetoric across Tennessee and led to the center allocating additional funds for safety enhancements.

Police are searching for a silver Jeep Grand Cherokee allegedly involved in an incident on July 27 in Nashville. The vehicle struck and injured 34-year-old Jesus Peraida-Gutierrez near Largo Drive and Wallace Road, with investigators believing the crash may have been intentional. Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers.

A report by the Community Review Board found that while the Metro Nashville Police Department's use of force policies align with some best practices, incidents over two years revealed racial disparities and concerns about training and transparency. The CRB noted that Black Nashvillians were disproportionately subjected to police force, recommending policy updates such as requiring crisis intervention team training and prohibiting officers from using vehicles as impact tools.

A review of the Metro Nashville Police Department’s use of force has prompted eight new recommendations from the Community Review Board. The board raised concerns regarding persistent racial disparities and limitations in access to police data. Additionally, it noted its own limited ability to compel changes within the department.

Nashville Peacemakers, a nonprofit dedicated to helping mothers and teens heal from violence, has secured permanent ownership of its space in North Nashville. Founder Clemmie Greenlee established the organization after personal experiences with loss, initially starting it as Mothers Over Murder. The program continues to support young people through initiatives like Guitars Not Guns, aiming to end the cycle of violence.

A Nashville man started a petition calling for Lower Broadway to be permanently closed to vehicles between First and Fifth Avenues, making it pedestrian-only. The advocacy follows the death of Australian tourist Timothy Wedlock after he was struck by a vehicle run by an 87-year-old driver while crossing with the walk signal. Petition organizers argue that closing the area is necessary to improve safety compared to places like Bourbon Street and Beale Street.

Anthony Darrell Dugard Hines faces planned execution for the murder of Catherine Jean Jackson Jenkins, an event his supporters argue is flawed after forty years. The crime occurred when Hines checked into the Ce’Bon Motel in Kingston Springs, where Jenkins later had her body found with knife wounds and signs of sexual assault. Later that day, Hines was discovered near Jenkins' broken-down car, his clothing stained with dried blood.

Metro Nashville Public Schools adjusted many school bus routes and stops to accommodate new start times beginning this year. Some parents have expressed concern that these new locations are unsafe or involve a drastically longer walk from home than expected. The changes followed a unanimous board vote after community feedback indicated the original start time was too early.

A 28-year-old man was accused of abandoning a backpack containing more than a pound of suspected marijuana. He was subsequently arrested by the Metro Nashville Police Department after fleeing a crash in Nashville.

A 7-year-old girl was hospitalized with serious injuries following a possible drive-by shooting in Nashville. Gunfire ripped through a duplex on Treutlan Place at approximately 2:30 a.m., with investigators stating that about 30 rounds were fired into the structure. Police are reviewing local surveillance footage to try to establish a description of the shooter’s vehicle.

A man was arrested by police after allegedly crashing into another vehicle and fleeing the scene in Mt. Juliet on Sunday morning. After officers used a photo taken by an involved driver, they identified the 36-year-old suspect and contacted the Metro Nashville Police Department. The suspect admitted to fleeing the crash scene because he lacked a valid driver’s license.