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First Alert Forecast: Rain & rumbles of thunder
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - TODAY. After some widespread rain this morning, showers will continue off and on through our Friday afternoon, so you’ll want to keep that umbrella handy. Don’t be surprised if you hear a couple rumbles of thunder, but we are not expecting any severe weather with...
The Tennessee Craft Fair is a great spot for some free, family friendly fun!
Celebrate and support crafts in Tennessee as the craft fair kicks off at Centennial Park! From May 3 through 5, you can shop one-of-a-kind artwork, check out some amazing booths and food!
WeGo leaders working with nonprofit, city leaders to make affordable housing more accessible
As plans to upgrade transportation across Music City move forward, the question of affordable housing and how to make sure its accessible lingers. It's on the top of mind for WeGo Public and a Nashville non-profit.
'Literally about to get killed right there': Pizza delivery driver shot at 7 times after parking in the wrong driveway, police say
A man allegedly opened up fire on a pizza delivery driver who had parked in the wrong driveway while dropping off the pizza, according to police in Tennessee. The post ‘Literally about to get killed right there’: Pizza delivery driver shot at 7 times after parking in the wrong driveway, police say first appeared on Law & Crime.
Man arrested after allegedly choking, kicking pregnant girlfriend
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A soon-to-be father is in custody after his pregnant girlfriend said he nearly killed her during an argument on Wednesday in Nashville. According to the arrest affidavit, officers responded to a domestic situation and spoke with a woman who fled her home to hide from her, now ex-boyfriend. She told officers that she and 36-year-old Allon Adams were in an argument when he smacked her, leaving an abrasion on her face, the affidavit states.
Shooting victim recovering after carjacking incident at McDonald’s drive-thru
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The man who was shot in the face at a McDonald’s drive-thru line is speaking about his near-death experience. Bryan Sapp says he has never visited the McDonald’s in South Nashville before the incident. He’s a musician and was simply passing through to get something to eat after work.
When could Nashville see 90-degree temperatures?
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - With the hot summer months looming, Nashville has yet to see temperatures soaring into the 90s, but that could change soon. On average, Nashville’s first 90-degree date is May 27. However, that doesn’t mean the hot weather can’t hit us sooner or later. The earliest we’ve ever seen a 90-degree date in the calendar year was on April 9, 2011, and the latest we’ve seen a 90-degree date for the summer season was July 5, 1893.
Surviving The Storm: Preparing for severe weather before disaster strikes
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – The weather in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky can be described as unpredictable at times. But WSMV4′s First Alert Weather team is there to keep you safe when it matters most, providing the Nashville market’s most accurate forecast. In order to keep you...
Nashville man killed in Memphis road rage shooting
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Nashville man was killed in a Memphis road rage shooting on Monday night, family and friends confirmed to WSMV4. Frank Platt was shot during a road rage incident at about 7 p.m. at Coleman Road and Magevney Street. According to the family, Platt was the...
26-Year-Old Chef Who Died Running Nashville Half-Marathon Didn't Get Urgent Medical Care: Report
A half-marathon in Nashville turned tragic when 26-year-old chef Joey Fecci collapsed and died. A fellow runner is reporting he didn't receive urgent medical care. Writing in The Tennessean, fellow runner Caroline says she was on the scene when Feccie went down. She said there were not medics around the area.
Black woman fired by Tennessee Department of Education alleges racial discrimination
A Black woman fired from her job and replaced with a non-Black employee in the school choice division of the Tennessee Department of Education has filed a lawsuit against the department. The suit, filed Tuesday by former employee Serena Sayles in Davidson County Chancery Court, lays out allegations of racial...
‘Devastated doesn’t even cover it’; Family of FSU student killed in hit-and-run wants change at intersection
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The family of a Florida State University sophomore who was killed in a hit-and-run Monday evening is working to turn their grief into action. Ellie Sims’ older sister Anna Sims, and their mother Kristen Sims, made their way to the capital city from Franklin, Tennessee, on Thursday to mourn with others who knew and loved Ellie.
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