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Driver slams into power pole on White Bridge Road Video included

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Power was knocked out to hundreds of residents in Nashville overnight after a truck slammed into a pole on White Bridge Road.

Protests being held outside IRS buildings

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Conservative groups across the country, including one here in Nashville, on Tuesday will protest on the IRS controversy unfolding in Washington, D.C.

Nashville Zoo welcomes clouded leopard cubs, lynx

Eurasian lynx born at the Nashville Zoo on May 4 (Courtesy: Amiee Stubbs) Eurasian lynx born at the Nashville Zoo on May 4 (Courtesy: Amiee Stubbs)
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The Nashville Zoo announced Tuesday they are welcoming the recent births of a female Eurasian lynx and two female clouded leopard cubs.

Father charged with leaving kids in hot car Video included

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A father is facing charges after police said he left his young kids in a hot car Monday in the Gulch area of downtown.

TX truck driver arrested in man's death at Nashville motel Video included

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A suspect has been arrested in the death of a west Tennessee man at a north Nashville motel earlier this month.

Nashville jail officer accused of child porn possession

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A corrections officer was arrested right at the jail where he works.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for Music City Center Video included

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Mayor Karl Dean hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Music City Center on Monday morning.
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Walden's Puddle overrun with injured, abandoned animals Video included

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One of the busiest hospitals in Middle Tennessee is now almost overrun with patients. In fact, it's never had more admissions than it does right now.

Mayor Dean continues push for improved education during State of Metro address Video included

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Following the ceremony to open the new Music City Center, Mayor Karl Dean gave the 50th annual State of Metro Address in which he pushed for improved public education, more mass transit and creating new housing for low-income residents.

TN college tuition set to increase again this fall Video included

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Tennessee college students can expect to pay more for tuition next fall, but the increase for state universities could be less than it has been in recent years.

Meharry Medical College names interim president

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A former dean of the Meharry Medical College School of Medicine has once again been tapped as interim president of the Nashville institution.

Maplewood HS's fitness center keeps students focused on health

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Metro schools are making a big push to improve student health, and one high school is taking that initiative one step further.

Armed robbers steal car after Antioch wreck Video included

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Police are searching for two young men who robbed and carjacked two people at the scene of a crash in Antioch early Monday morning.

Civil War exhibit visits Green Hills

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A national traveling exhibit on the Civil War will be on display at Nashville's Green Hills Library beginning on Monday.

Michelle Obama tells MLK graduates to chase dreams Video included

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First Lady Michelle Obama congratulated students at Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet School's graduation Saturday, in her only high school commencement speech this year.

Police warn of new car break-in scheme Video included

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Imagine if thieves could get inside your car without leaving a trace. Saturday night, Metro Police said there were six car burglaries in the same downtown parking garage. Some were near the valet service.

Sales of guns, ammo slows after background check vote fails Video included

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The initial rush for ammunition and guns in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting and the resulting fear over possible tougher gun laws has subsided.

Feds investigate possible hate crime at Muslim family's home Video included

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Those who live in a south Nashville neighborhood awoke to the sound of an explosion Friday morning, and now the family who lives at the home is wondering if they were targeted because of their religion.

Rallies held to keep gays out of Boy Scouts Video included

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The Boy Scouts of America is just days away from what could be a major showdown. A resolution is on the table for the organization to begin allowing openly gay boys to join as members.

Woman rescued from Cumberland after fall from bridge

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A woman who fell into the Cumberland River from a bridge on Old Hickory Boulevard has been rescued safely.

Man admits smoking crack before standoff on motel roof Video included

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Police said a homeless man admitted to smoking crack cocaine before a three-hour police standoff on the roof of a south Nashville motel Friday morning.

5,000 pain pills found inside speeding car Video included

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A convicted drug dealer is in police custody after he was caught with a large amount of cash and pills while speeding in Madison.

Boyfriend charged in 3-year-old child's death

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A Nashville man is facing charges in connection with the recent death of a 3-year-old boy.

Family's battle with DCS over baby's custody finally over Video included

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A couple's frustrating battle with the Department of Children's Services regarding custody of their child is finally over.

Charter schools losing struggling students to zoned schools Video included

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Leaders with Metro Nashville Public Schools have serious concerns about what is happening at some of the city's most popular charter schools.

Pit bull once placed on 'death row' gets second chance Video included

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A dog considered vicious and sentenced to death is now getting a second chance. The pit bull killed another dog, but what happened in court caused the judge to reverse his ruling.

Big retail development coming to Hillsboro Village Video included

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Some big changes are coming to one of Nashville's busiest and most high-profile neighborhoods.

Nashville officers lobby for first pay raise in four years Video included

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A public battle is brewing over just how much Nashville's police officers should be paid. Advocates say officers aren't being rewarded for making a big dent in crime, and their campaign is now headed to the streets.

17th gun confiscated at Nashville airport this year

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TSA security screeners found an unloaded gun in a carry-on bag Thursday morning at Nashville International Airport.

Metro police dedicate west precinct to former chief

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The Metro Police Department held a ceremony Thursday to name the west precinct after a former chief that served as head of the department for 16 years.

Secret Service shuns Metro police during first lady visit Video included

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First lady Michelle Obama is visiting Nashville this weekend to speak at Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet School's graduation, but Metro police won't play a major role in her security during the visit.

Man guilty in Bellevue stabbings originally claimed self-defense Video included

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The man serving three life sentences for the stabbing deaths of a Bellevue family in 2012 initially told detectives he was acting in self-defense.

Music City Eats festival to combine good tunes, good food

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Nashville foodies and music lovers have something new to celebrate. The Music City Eats festival will make its debut this fall.

300 gallons of clay, water spill at Radnor Lake Video included

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Opponents of a new natural gas pipeline are outraged over a mishap that happened during drilling.

Man injured in shooting on Claiborne Street

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A gunman is being sought after a shooting on Claiborne Street on Tuesday.

3 arrests made at Hermitage complex in 1 week Video included

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In one week, Metro police have made three arrests at the same apartment complex in Hermitage.

Gas leak forces Dollar General evacuation

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A gas leak forced customers and employees out of a Hermitage store Tuesday evening.

Youth coach accused of possessing child porn Video included

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A girls' softball coach is no longer on the field after a disturbing discovery. Police say they found several images of child pornography on the man's computer.

Local leaders react to recommendation to lower BAC levels Video included

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Tuesday, the National Transportation Safety Board voted to recommend all states lower the legal blood alcohol content level from .08 to .05.

Metro school board to hear arguments over school proposal

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The Metro School Board is set to meet Tuesday night, and members will get an earful about plans for a new school.

Nashville musicians feel conned by studio Video included

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They come to Nashville each year by the hundreds, many with nothing more than a guitar and a pick in their pocket, but several aspiring musicians are seeing their Music City dreams crushed by con artists.

Nashville firefighters to take cautious approach at abandoned buildings Video included

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When lives are on the line, firefighters spare nothing to rescue those in danger, but in Nashville, a new policy will ensure they will soon be less aggressive when it comes to properties where no one lives and no one is in danger.

Family's dogs rescued in Cane Ridge house fire

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Firefighters rescued a family's three dogs when their Cane Ridge home caught fire Tuesday.

Antioch store broken into twice recently Video included

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Police are actively searching for a serial burglar that robbed the same business twice this week.

IHOP employee accused of running over customer Video included

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An IHOP employee in Antioch is accused of running over a customer with a car and robbing him.

Mosquitoes captured in Bordeaux test positive for West Nile Video included

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Metro Public Health Department officials say that a batch of mosquitoes collected in Bordeaux have tested positive for West Nile virus.

Resident sets Hermitage apartments on fire, say police Video included

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Four families were forced out of their homes when a fire that was intentionally set ripped through a Hermitage apartment building.
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McGavock HS student, sister arrested on drug charges Video included

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A McGavock High School student and her older sister are accused of selling drugs.

Longtime Metro teacher admits sending explicit messages to child Video included

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A longtime Metro Schools teacher with a lengthy list of accolades has resigned after admitting to sending inappropriate messages to a child.

First date from online dating site leads to armed robbery Video included

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Police say criminals are turning to a popular dating website to find potential victims, and a recent case even led to an armed robbery.

School pantry feeds students who would otherwise go hungry at home Video included

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A lot of recent attention has been paid to what students are eating in their school cafeterias, but some say what's worse is what some are not eating when they're away from school - nothing.

Metro officer faces TBI investigation for alleged misconduct

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Officials are not releasing much information about why a Metro police officer had his badge and gun taken away amidst a probe by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.

Nashville ranked No. 2 for Best Cities for Jobs

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The second best place to land a job in the United States is the Metro Nashville area, according to Forbes.

34-year-old man shot in shoulder after fight Video included

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A fight early Friday morning ended in a man getting shot, said police.

Robber sought in Dollar General theft

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Detectives are seeking to identify a man who robbed a Dollar General on Monday afternoon.

Metro Animal Control to begin allowing pit bull adoptions Video included

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Metro Animal Control is lifting a ban on adoptions for dogs that had been off limits for years, in a major shift in its philosophy and policy.

Neighbors near Sevier Park say homes constantly flood Video included

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Homeowners in a popular Nashville neighborhood say they are plagued with problems every time it rains.

Davidson Co. election commission fires administrator Video included

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The Davidson County Election Commission voted to terminate Election Administrator Albert Tieche during a special meeting Thursday.

Dolly Parton still wants to build park in Nashville Video included

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Despite retracting support for a water and snow park project in Nashville last year, singer Dolly Parton said Thursday she still wants to build some sort of park in Music City.

Police find marijuana operation while investigating separate case Video included

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A husband and wife in Madison are accused of manufacturing marijuana after police discovered a growing operation in a hidden room.
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Man critically wounded in Lewis Street shooting

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A man was wounded in a shooting Wednesday evening in Nashville. Officers were called to a home in the 700 block of Lewis Street just before 8 p.m.

Pearl-Cohn HS begins own record label, opens studio Video included

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A Nashville high school is starting its own music label.

Suspicious fire damages home in Madison

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A house in Madison was damaged by fire overnight, and crews said the blaze is suspicious.

Ceremony honors officers killed in the line of duty Video included

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Nashville offered a somber tribute Wednesday to police officers who have given their life in the line of duty.

Metro schools reviews changes in recent intersession Video included

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When Metro schools adopted a balanced school calendar this year, administrators sold it to parents based on enrichment opportunities during intersession.

6 charged in meth bust near Donelson Christian Academy Video included

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Six people were arrested Tuesday in connection with a methamphetamine bust near Donelson Christian Academy.
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YWCA helps hundreds of women, children in domestic violence

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The YWCA answers thousands of calls each year and helps hundreds of women and children who are living in a potentially violent situation.

Car crashes after police chase in east Nashville

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A routine traffic stop early Wednesday morning ended with a police chase and a crash in east Nashville.

Suspicious fire damages home on 16th Avenue

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A fire that ripped through a vacant home in Nashville on Tuesday may have been set on purpose.

TN, KY Atmos Energy customers overcharged

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Some Atmos Energy customers in Tennessee, Kentucky and five other states experienced surprisingly high bills this month due to a glitch.

Strong smell briefly evacuates Una Elementary

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An elementary school in southeast Nashville was briefly evacuated Tuesday because of a strong smell.

Nashville-based Oreck files for bankruptcy

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Nashville-based vacuum maker Oreck Corporation has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

2 face charges for harboring 17-year-old murder suspect

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A woman was arrested Friday and another person is being sought after the arrest of a 17-year-old boy accused of killing a Pearl-Cohn student.

Heavy smoke causes dog food factory evacuation

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Heavy smoke caused the evacuation of a dog food factory Wednesday morning in south Nashville.

3 taken to hospital after carbon monoxide leak at Goodwill store

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Three employees were taken to local hospitals from a west Nashville Goodwill store after it was evacuated Tuesday morning for a carbon monoxide leak.
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2 in custody, 1 sought after sheriff's dept. car stolen

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Police arrested two people and are looking for a third fugitive after a car and a sheriff's department vehicle were stolen in north Nashville on Tuesday.
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Victims' rights group honors Davidson County D.A.

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Victims' rights group You Have the Power is celebrating its 20-year anniversary and will be honoring Nashville District Attorney General Torry Johnson with the first annual Powerhouse Award.

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1 killed I-65N wreck in near Long Hollow Pike

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A Goodlettsville woman was killed in a multiple-vehicle accident Wednesday afternoon on I-65 North near Long Hollow Pike.

Woman suffers minor injuries after home robbed

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An elderly woman suffered minor injuries after three men kicked down the door of her Brick Church Pike home and robbed her early Wednesday morning.

Audit reveals improper NES purchases, credit card use

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The state released an audit Thursday that says the Nashville Electric Service paid one manufacturer and its distributor more than $17 million in the last eight years for electric power cable that was not properly bid.