The relationship between Metro and state lawmakers has been fraught, prompting multiple lawsuits. Has the tide begun to turn?
Here’s how Nashville fared in the latest legislative session
‘My mom isn’t a criminal’: Nashville families search for loved ones detained by ICE
Nashville families impacted by a series of ICE raids in the past few days still don’t have concrete answers on where their loved ones are.
NashVillager Podcast: Biking in Nashville
How far have we come since the Nashville Ladies Bicycle Club? Plus, the local news for May 8, 2025.
Tennesseans have dim view of U.S. economy, poll finds
The majority of Tennesseans from across the political spectrum say the U.S. economy is in bad shape, according to a new poll from Vanderbilt University.
Education tops city spending proposal as mayor’s budget goes to Metro Council review
Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell said that education is the city’s biggest investment during his State of Metro address last week.
An extremely grand bazaar
The Qaysari Bazaar is an absolute marvel. Nestled in the heart of old Erbil, this sprawling covered market sits in the shadow of the city’s ancient citadel, which is perhaps the oldest continuously inhabited place on earth.
VUMC starts forewarned hiring freeze and layoffs triggered by federal funding cuts
Cutbacks at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have started. “In response to reductions in federal funding, VUMC is strategically reducing operating costs,” reads a statement. “Hiring for most research and administrative positions has been paused and some positions have been eliminated.”
Nashville officials release timeline of ‘surprise’ ICE arrests
Metro officials are moving to clarify that city police did not have a role in immigration arrests in South Nashville over the weekend.
3 former Memphis officers acquitted in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after he fled a traffic stop
A jury took about 8 1/2 hours over two days to find Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith not guilty on all charges after a trial in state court in Memphis.
NashVillager Podcast: Theater of War and the Ode to Joy
How can art respond to conflict, danger, and triumph? Plus, the local news for May 7, 2025.
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