A privately developed tunnel project could soon connect travelers from downtown Nashville to Nashville International Airport.
Cynthia Abrams
Cindy Abrams is WPLN’s metro reporter. She grew up in Eugene and Portland, Oregon and moved east after graduating from Whitman College. Cindy comes to Nashville from central Virginia, where she covered the courts at Rappahannock News. She was WPLN’s digital news intern in 2021 before joining the station full-time as a newscast and digital producer last year. She started covering the Metro government in the fall of 2023.
Nashville’s Main Library pushes back targeted reopening date
Nashville’s Main Library is no longer expected to re-open at the end of this 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.
NashVillager Podcast: Nashville’s legendary amusement park
What made Opryland Nashville’s top tourist attraction? Plus, the local news for June 30, 2025.
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.
Should elected officials be jailed over their votes on sanctuary policies? Lawsuit challenges Tennessee law.
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a lawsuit challenging a Tennessee law that criminalizes local officials who vote in favor of sanctuary city policies.
NashVillager Podcast: 100-degree days
When has it been hotter in Tennessee history? Plus, the local news for June 23, and a deeper look at a niche running event in Tennessee.
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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