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How state and local officials hope to address a broken system of repeat violent offenders
For more than a decade, Carl Jerome Hamilton has been in a revolving door in the Davidson County criminal justice system. He’s racked up roughly 100 criminal charges in Nashville since 2007 as he struggled with drugs and mental health issues, court records show. His crimes grew increasingly violent.
A system in crisis: How three violent suspects slipped through the cracks in Nashville
Nashville has seen a recent string of violent suspects who have been released from custody after doctors have determined that they are mentally unfit to stand trial, only to go out and commit more alleged violent crimes. In order to stand trial and face charges, a defendant must be able...
MNPD Reminds Nashvillians of Important Safety Measures Ahead of Fourth of July Celebrations
Ahead of Fourth of July celebrations this week, the MNPD would like to remind Nashvillians of a few important safety measures. Hundreds of MNPD officers will have a very visible presence at Thursday’s Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th celebration downtown which is expected to have more than 250,000 persons attending. The police department reminds event goers to be mindful of their surroundings, and that if you see something suspicious or concerning, say something to a nearby officer, or call 615-880-1515. The telephone line will ring directly to an MNPD command post. Those attending are also advised to protect their personal belongings and not leave them unattended.
A revolving door in our local jails
Good morning! Welcome to Your Week, our subscriber-exclusive newsletter where each Sunday we feature some of our best stories about Nashville and beyond. I am politics and investigations editor Duane Gang. Tennessee lawmakers this year passed a new law in honor of slain Belmont University student Jillian Ludwig. In November,...
Amateur fireworks are illegal in Nashville. Here are the consequences for lighting the fuse
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – The Fourth of July holiday is approaching, and the Nashville Fire Department is reminding Davidson County residents that fireworks – in exception to permitted professionals – are prohibited within county limits. Metro Nashville laws explain that only professional firework displays are allowed, with...
Nashville's RTA Endorses Mayor O’Connell’s "Choose How You Move" Transit Improvement Initiative
Source: Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee. The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) has given the thumbs-up to Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s Choose How You Move transportation improvement program, aiming to reshuffle the transportation deck in Nashville and its neighboring counties. According to information from the Mayor's Office, this endorsement could pave the way for a vastly more connected region. The RTA, covering a 10-county stretch around Nashville and responsible for services like the WeGo Star and commuter buses beyond county lines, clearly recognizes the need to fully step up the transportation game.
SCORE Connect: Nashville Small Business Update
On this episode of SCORE Connect, host Anna-Vija McCloud is joined by Isaac Addae, Manager of Entrepreneurship & Economic Development, Metro Government of Nashville and Davidson County, to give us a Nashville small business update. What happens if you don't use airplane mode on your flight? Here's the answer to...
Davidson Weekend: 5 Happenings This Weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are 5 events in and near Davidson County!. The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum unveiled a Tom Petty display highlighting how his southern roots shaped his music and his continued influence on new generations of country music artists. Tom Petty: Where I Come From features several western-themed artifacts from Petty’s wide-ranging and generation-defining career. The display is included with museum admission and runs through summer 2025.
Man indicted on vehicular homicide charges in deadly Nashville crash
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A man who fled the scene of a deadly crash in December has been indicted on vehicular homicide charges. A Davidson County Grand Jury returned the vehicular homicide indictment against Terrelle Butler on June 20. Police said Butler, 21, ran from the crash that killed 23-year-old...
1 arrested after police followed stolen vehicle from Hendersonville to Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - One person was arrested after Hendersonville police followed a stolen vehicle from Sumner to Davidson County on Wednesday, according to the Metro Nashville Police Department. Police said HPD was investigating for days after a vehicle was taken at an auto shop. On Wednesday, officers followed the...
Middle Tennesseans Invited to Free Healthcare, Vision, Dental Clinic
Ascension Saint Thomas is excited to announce the highly anticipated return of its Medical Mission at Home event. Residents of Davidson and surrounding counties are invited to the Nashville Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 29, to receive select free medical, dental, behavioral health, and vision care services from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Select prescriptions will be provided at no cost.
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