Nashville’s Main Library is slotted to re-open at the end of the month. It closed in June when the adjacent parking garage caught fire.
Metro asks TN Supreme Court to rule on council size as city leaders reflect on long history of the 40-member body
It’s been two years since state legislators passed a law that would slash the size of Nashville’s 40-member Metro Council. In response, Metro sued. After the city saw some victories in the lower courts, the latest ruling sided with the state — and a smaller council.
As property taxes rise, more Nashvillians qualify for relief under adjusted income caps
Many Nashville homeowners are bracing for higher property tax bills this year. But there are programs that can alleviate some of the burden.
Nashville fire investigators rule out arson in downtown parking garage blaze
The devastating fire in a large downtown Nashville parking garage was not intentionally set — but the exact cause remains elusive.
Nashville’s home listings are outpacing closings, new report shows
There are a lot of homes on the market around Nashville — but fewer people buying them.
Nashville police uncover new details in Civil Rights bombing cold case
MNPD’s nearly year-long investigation into bombings by the KKK points to the identity of a possible suspect in the attack on Z. Alexander Looby’s home.
NashVillager Podcast: How Metro was made
Would there even be a Metro Nashville if there wasn’t a 40-member Metro Council? Plus, the local news for June 18, 2025.
Trump administration blocked from cutting local health funding for Nashville and other municipalities
A federal court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from clawing back millions in public health funding for four Democrat-led municipalities in GOP-governed states. It’s the second such federal ruling to reinstate public health funding for several states.
Nashville’s next city budget includes a substantial property tax increase
Nashville’s Metro Council approved a property tax increase as part of the city’s $3.8 billion spending plan on Tuesday night.
Nashville’s Metro Council closes in on final budget, with implications for the property tax
Nashville is close to finalizing its spending plan, with the Metro Council scheduled to vote on the budget Tuesday night.
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