A new commission is investigating the Metro Nashville Police Department’s handling of a 2019 tip involving the Christmas bomber, as the department faces criticism for its failure to prevent the explosion.
Multi-Agency Commission Will Look For Gaps In Law Enforcement’s Handling of 2019 Nashville Bomber Tip
Nashville Man Photographed With Zip Ties In Capitol Invasion Arrested On Federal Charge
FBI agents arrested a man in Nashville on Sunday for helping lead the mob that invaded the U.S. Capitol last week. Eric Gavelek Munchel, 30, is charged with unlawful entry and disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds, according to a statement from the U.S. Justice Department.
Demolitions Likely For Some Historic Buildings Damaged In Downtown Nashville Blast
Five of downtown Nashville’s historic buildings will likely undergo at least partial demolition because of damage from the Christmas morning blast. And six more remain at imminent risk of collapse.
Update: Fix Expected For Blaring Nashville Barge Horn
Updated 10:15 p.m. Friday. Nashville officials have determined what caused a horn to sound for more than 5 hours at a Cumberland River barge site on Sunday, and city police have secured cellphone numbers for the company to make contact if it happens in the future.
Photos: Downtown Nashville Two Weeks After The Devastating Christmas Day Bombing
Two weeks after the Christmas Day bombing in downtown Nashville, the debris has been moved from the roadway. But in many ways, the damage on Second Avenue looks the same. That’s because it was such a destructive hit to the historic district that building owners are only just now beginning the lengthy recovery and rebuilding […]
Trump Administration Approves TennCare Block Grant, Potentially Expanding Coverage While Concerning Health Advocates
On its way out, the Trump administration is approving Tennessee’s request to completely reshape how it provides health insurance to 1.4 million low-income residents. The so-called block grant takes effect immediately and lasts 10 years, making it more difficult for the incoming Biden administration to undo it.
FBI Searches Offices And Homes Of Former Tennessee House Speaker, 3 Other Republicans
FBI agents searched the legislative offices or homes of four Republican lawmakers, including former House Speaker Glen Casada, as well as three aides Friday morning.
Rebuilding After Bombing Will Test Resilience Of Downtown Nashville’s Historic District
Many property owners have more questions than answers about the rebuilding, and they’re anticipating a long and expensive process that will test the resilience of Metro officials and the downtown community.
Tennessee’s COVID Vaccine Distribution Depends Heavily On ‘Honor System’
As Tennessee widens the eligibility for who can get a COVID-19 vaccine, many health officials statewide are mostly taking people’s word that they qualify.
Rep. David Byrd Still On Ventilator With ‘A Long And Tough Road,’ Says Family Member
Rep. David Byrd is unable to talk and receiving physical therapy after being on a ventilator for nearly a month, according to a family member who posted on Facebook on Wednesday.
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