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Tennessee's primary election is scheduled for August 6, covering races for governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House seats (districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 9), and state Senate and House. Republican candidates for governor include Marsha Blackburn, John Rose, and Monty Fritts, each with distinct professional backgrounds and policy priorities.

Dozens of neglected animals, including dogs, chickens, and goats, were seized from a Hickman County property. Many animals were found in severe health conditions, with some deceased and others emaciated. A local rescue organization is seeking donations to care for the rescued animals.

A lithium-ion battery fire in Spring Hill, Tenn., caused a house fire with minor homeowner injuries. Authorities reported two similar fires and a near-miss incident in the past week, urging residents to handle batteries safely and recognize warning signs like overheating or swelling.

A 2026 SmartAsset study ranks Memphis as the least expensive major U.S. metro for raising a child with an annual cost of $19,922, and Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin as the second most affordable at $21,216. Despite this, Tennessee families face high child care costs, averaging $14,000 annually, which constitutes about 17% of their income.

DC Blox purchased a 23-acre property next to the Nashville Zoo, but local regulations and a Tennessee state vesting law create uncertainty about building a data center there. A final Metro Council vote on data center regulations and the timing of permit submissions could determine whether DC Blox is allowed to proceed under existing or new rules.

John Rose, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, is demanding transparency from Marsha Blackburn, another GOP candidate for governor, regarding an alleged Senate ethics probe into her office. Blackburn's office has not disclosed details of the investigation, which Rose argues should be made public to build trust. The request comes amid Tennessee's early voting period for the August 6 primary.

An Alabama-based burger chain, Joyland, has closed its East Nashville and Sylvan Park locations. The company thanked customers in a social media statement, attributing closures to rising property taxes, rent prices, and failed negotiations. Over a dozen restaurants in Nashville have shut down this year.

WSMV4 meteorologist Darius Mack warns about the dangers of flooding in Nashville ahead of forecasted storms, emphasizing that flash flooding can create standing water on roadways. He advises drivers to avoid crossing flooded roads when the road surface is not visible and explains the difference between a flood watch (potential flooding) and a flood warning (immediate action required).

Sen. Marsha Blackburn avoided questions about debating Republican gubernatorial candidates, claiming she has participated in 'lots of forums' with them. Her opponents, Monty Fritts and John Rose, disputed this, stating no public forums have occurred since she announced her candidacy. Blackburn's campaign cited private events and a January town hall, but opponents highlighted these lacked debate elements and excluded them.

Flash flooding in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, caused debris and muddy streams in backyards due to clay runoff from a nearby construction site. WSMV4 issued a First Alert Weather Day for Thursday as a Flood Watch took effect, prompting residents to seek weather alerts via their app.

An unidentified young woman, found dead near the Harpeth River in Nashville in 1976, remains unnamed and her case unsolved. Nashville researcher River Robbins is investigating, using details like a mole on her left temple, a distinctive tooth, and a photo with the name 'Little Charlie' and a phone number linked to Charles Moore. Moore and his brother-in-law reported giving the woman a ride days before her death, and her possible self-identification as Sherry or Cheryl.

Darius Chappell died in custody at the Montgomery County Jail after a police encounter involving a taser, hair pulling, and a police dog bite. Authorities stated he received routine medical care, but the official cause of death remains unreleased. Investigations by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office are ongoing, with calls for transparency from community leaders.

A suspect exited a vehicle after law enforcement deployed a chemical agent during a hours-long standoff on Interstate 40 near Jackson, Tennessee, leading to the closure of the highway. A child involved in the standoff was reportedly released, but no further details have been disclosed.

Kelly Rosenthal's death from nitrous oxide addiction led to Tennessee legislation banning its sale at vape shops. A WSMV4 investigation revealed easy access to nitrous oxide at vape shops, prompting bipartisan support for the Nitrous Oxide Abuse Prevention and Retail Sales Prohibition Act.

A crash involving a semi-truck and multiple vehicles on Interstate 65 North in Robertson County, Tennessee, has reduced traffic to one lane, causing delays. The wreck occurred near mile marker 106 southwest of White House just before 6 a.m., with emergency responders at the scene and the right northbound lane closed for over an hour.

A current employee of the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office was shot on Demonbruen Street in Nashville, leaving the victim in stable condition. The incident is linked to an ongoing domestic situation involving a former employee.

Millersville leaders accepted the resignation of Commissioner David Gregory, 76, accused of sexually abusing children for decades. Gregory submitted his resignation following charges of continuous sexual abuse and seven counts of aggravated sexual battery, with allegations spanning nearly 40 years.

Millersville leaders are holding a meeting to accept the resignation of Commissioner David Gregory, 76, who was charged with multiple counts of sexual abuse and battery of children over nearly 40 years. Gregory submitted his resignation immediately after the charges were filed, and the meeting will occur Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.

Three people were injured in a stabbing near a restaurant in Nashville, Tennessee. The incident occurred Friday night at 409 Murfreesboro Pike, and victims were taken to a local hospital with unknown conditions.

A Middle Tennessee commissioner resigned after being charged with sexually abusing multiple children over nearly 40 years. David Gregory, a 76-year-old commissioner from Millersville, faced one count of continuous sexual abuse of a child and seven counts of aggravated sexual battery, with allegations spanning from 1987 to this year.

A plane crash occurred near McMinnville, Tennessee, near Doyle Frazier Road in Morrison, Warren County. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is responding and confirmed it is gathering information. This incident marks the sixth plane crash in Tennessee in 2026, with seven total aviation crashes statewide this year, including one helicopter.

A plane crashed near McMinnville, Tennessee, near Doyle Frazier Road in Morrison, Warren County, on Wednesday afternoon, as confirmed by sources to WSMV4. No further details have been released, and the news outlet is sending a crew to the scene for updates.